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Malaysia Enforces Heavy Vehicle Ban for Chinese New Year

2/6/2026

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The Road Transport Department (JPJ) of Malaysia announced a heavy goods vehicle ban during Chinese New Year, enforced February 14, 15, 21, and 22.
The ban targets lorries over 7,500 kg, trailers, and vehicles transporting construction materials, imposing an all-day ban.
Container lorries and electronic-item transporters face restrictions from 8am to 8pm.
Mobile cranes and cement mixer lorries are prohibited from 6pm to 6am within 25 km of sites.

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The Road Transport Department (JPJ) of Malaysia announced a heavy goods vehicle ban during Chinese New Year, enforced February 14, 15, 21, and 22.
The ban targets lorries over 7,500 kg, trailers, and vehicles transporting construction materials, imposing an all-day ban.
Container lorries and electronic-item transporters face restrictions from 8am to 8pm.
Mobile cranes and cement mixer lorries are prohibited from 6pm to 6am within 25 km of sites.