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M'sia authorities retrieve receipt & footage of S'pore car driver who pumped subsidised RON95 fuel in Johor
They publicised their enforcement efforts.
August 06, 2025, 11:34 AM
The authorities in Malaysia have launched investigations after a man standing beside a Singapore-registered car was seen dispensing subsidised RON95 fuel into a container at an Iskandar Puteri petrol station on Aug. 3 at around 6:36pm.
The car, a Mini Cooper, and its licence plate, could be seen clearly in an image of the incident.
Officers visited petrol station
The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) Johor branch posted on Facebook on Aug. 5 that its enforcement officers have reviewed surveillance footage, obtained the vehicle driver's purchase receipt, and located the owner of the petrol station involved.
A video showed its officers present at the petrol station where the incident occurred.
An officer was seen asking the counter staff if the manager or supervisor was present, and explained the situation before requesting to view the surveillance footage.
"Johor KPDN has met with the station owner and issued a stern warning to remain vigilant to ensure such incidents do not recur. A case has been opened under the Control of Supplies Act 1961," the post added.
Penalties
It is the duty of petrol stations in Malaysia to stop foreign vehicles from buying subsidised fuel.
If found guilty, the owner of the petrol station can face a fine of up to RM1 million (S$305,000), up to three years' jail, or both.
For subsequent offences, the fine may go up to RM3 million (S$915,000), or a jail term of up to five years, or both.
For companies, fines can reach up to RM2 million (S$610,000), with repeat offenders facing fines of up to RM5 million (S$1.53 million).
KPDN also urged the public to report any misconduct.
About 33% cheaper
RON95 fuel is priced at about RM2.05 (S$0.63) per litre.
Foreign-registered vehicles can refuel with RON97 or RON100 instead.
RON97, which is permitted for Singapore motorists to purchase within Malaysia, is currently priced at RM3.17 (S$0.96).
Top photo via Telegram & KPDN Johor Facebook
