Over 6,000 luxury cars in Malaysia have unpaid road tax, totaling RM35.7 million, prompting vehicle seizures.

Luxury car owners in Malaysia owe nearly RM35.7 million in unpaid road tax, with Porsche, Rolls Royce, Bentley, Ferrari, and Lamborghini leading in arrears, according to Transport Minister Anthony Loke. Over 6,000 luxury vehicles have expired road tax and insurance, some remaining on roads for years. Authorities have seized 421 vehicles under Operation Luxury, targeting non-compliance among high-income individuals, including politicians and businesspeople. While some delay renewal citing low penalty fees, officials stress all drivers must pay taxes and maintain insurance, regardless of vehicle value or fuel subsidy benefits. The government holds owner data and may consider public disclosure if compliance doesn’t improve, but the focus remains on enforcement, not shaming.