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Will Yap (The Son)
My driving licence has expired more than 3 years. Can you help?
Thank you.
Dear Chin Yoon Heong,
License expired 3 years and above has become null and void.
You have to contact J.P.J. in Putrajaya for advice.
‘Cikgu Yap
thank you cikgu yap.
cikgu yap, saya ingin bertanya.saya terlibat kemalangan di lebuhraya pada oktober baru-baru ini.segala proses claim insurans sudah dibuat dan dinilai.kereta saya mengalami kerosakan teruk serius.tetapi saya syukur tidak cedera parah.kereta saya hyundai matrix, dibeli tahun2008 dan first party insurans.
masalah saya ialah pihak insuran menasihatkan untuk saya repair kereta itu di bengkel.tetapi saya bimbang ia tidak direpair dengan sempurna dan akan gagal
pemeriksaan puspakom, kerana kereta saya adalah total loss.apa harus saya buat
Dear Ramnah,
Gembira mendengar segala claim insurans sudah selesai di buat.
Anda di nasihatkan turut patuhi nasihat membaiki kereta anda di bengkel mereka.
Jangan bimbang. Kiranya tidak lulus peperiksaan Puspakom, hantarkan balik ke bengkel mereka lagi.
Pihak insurans terpaksa membaiki kereta anda sehingga ia lulus!
Sekian, harapnya semua beres.
‘Cikgu Yap
for example iam on low speed side and want to move towrds fast lane and enter a u turn what are the rules and if vehicles beside me passes fast how long i should wait and take uturn.
Dear Khan,
A person in a slow lane, which is the extreme left of a highway, wanting to move into the fast lane on the right, so as to enter a U-turn should follow the following steps recommended below:
i) Observe rear view mirror or side mirror to see if fast cars are approaching behind.
ii) Signal right, moving slowly to the right.
iii) As you move slowly to the right, no sane driver will dare overtake you in such a situation.
iv) Ideally, you should wind down your driver side window, put out your hand to use manual hand signal besides using mechanical signal too.
‘Cikgu Yap
Cikgu Yap,
recently I pay $156 RM to pass my undang-undang test in JB,and I want my practical test in Klang,but the driving school in JB want to charge extra $100 RM to obtain the printed result to me,can you tell me is this legal or illegal.
Dear Govardhan,
You can test in Klang. The result issued to you when you sat for Highway Code test should be enough to get your “L” out in Selangor.
Extra charges requested unfortunately is outside my purview to comment.
‘Cikgu Yap
Hello.
I have colour blindness but I have no problems identifying the colours being displayed on the traffic lights. Can I still pass the Highway Code test and get a driver’s license?
Thank you.
Dear Darren,
Prior to sitting the 50 questions computer test, you’ll face an 8 questions colour blind test.
You’ll need an 8/8 result to pass the above test.
Should you fail the colour blind test, you’ll be asked to go for an eye test at a government clinic.
Hand the above test result to the J.P.J.
‘Cikgu Yap
If I fail the colour blind test, do I get notified right away or do I get to complete the rest of the 50 questions? Should I do the eye test first and then attend Highway code the test so as not to waste time and money?
Thanks again.
Dear Darren,
Colour blind results are issued right away. If you fail the colour blind test, you cannot proceed with the 50 questions computer test.
‘Cikgu Yap
Thank you very much for your prompt replies. =)
Dear Darren,
Do colour blind test first. If you fail the above, you cannot do the 50 questions objective test. Results of the first test will be immediately made known.
‘Cikgu Yap
Dear Cikgu Yap,
I’m a foreign student from Vietnam currently studying in Malaysia. I’ve been living in Malaysia for 3 years and want to apply for driving license because I plan to stay here longer.
Can you advise me on the costs and procedures if I want to apply for both motorbike license and driving license?
What are the reputable driving schools that I can go to in Puchong or Putrajaya (I’m staying in Cyberjaya)?
Thank you.
Dear Lien Ho,
A foreigner can apply B2 (motor) and D (cars) license. Costs vary from place to place. Ask nearby driving schools.
The procedures are:
a) Attend 5 Hour K.P.P. course.
b) Sit for Highway Code.
c) Attend g Hour Theory course.
d0 Then take out the “L”.
Practical lessons 10 – 16 lessons are recommended.
‘Cikgu Yap
I just started to learn car but the klac is hard to control and the stereng also. I hope I can get the tips on how to control the klac and stereng in malay version. Thank you for your concern and advise.
YinSyn,
Sekiranya anda bersaiz kicil, minta pengajar pasang tayar depan dengan angin lebih. Ini akan menyenangkan stereng itu jadi ringan dan senang di kawal.
Untuk clutch pulam kaki anda hendak di letak pada lantai kereta. Hanya naikkan jari kaki anda saja.
Hendak juga lepas clutch 50% saja. Kawal 50% lagi elok-elok. Lepaskan perlahan-lahan clutch sewaktu kereta itu berjalan.
Harap tunjuk-tunjuk ajar di atas dapat membantu anda.
“Cikgu Yap
YinSyn,
I am also starting to learn to drive and gets very worry that i am too stupid to handle the cluth……
Thank you cikgu yap for ur advise to yinsyn as this helps me abit..
Thank you
Dear Agnes,
My teacher once told me “There are no stupid students. Only stupid teachers, who are unable to teach their students properly”.
‘Cikgu Yap
Hahaha, I like cikgu Yap’s teacher… Thank you for the precious advice…
Dear yinsyn,
Glad you like the “saying”. Best wishes, take care!
Hi Mr Yap,
I would like to know the overall cost of getting a car licence (including the practical lessons and exam fees). Would you by any chance know how much it roughly costs in PJ (Kota Damansara) area? Any info is much appreciated :)
Also, when will auto cars be allowed to take the practical test? I would like to get a licence to drive only auto cars…
Thank you!
Dear Melissa,
Price of getting a car license can be anything between RM900 to RM1100. Remember, prices fluctuate from place to place. Petaling Jaya can at times be higher due to cost of living.
For the time being, no decision yet on “auto” cars.
Hi Cikgu Yap,
I just started my “L” driving licence for the 1st time. Before this i`ve done practical for 3 hrs. When is the best time for me to do lessons on road. I`m still not so confident of myself (esp.when comes to the clutching things) but my instructor insist on learning on the road for the next( 2nd) lesson. She said there`s no time to waste because i only have 5 lessons more. What is your opinion?
Thx
Dear Sara,
Learning on the road should ideally be done when you are adept at basic control. Steering control, brake control and ability to change gears must be taken into account.
Most driving instructor do not care much about the above. They just wand to finish the lessons quickly and then collect the money.
thanks for your advice.. :)
hello Mr Will Yap..
i’ve got question to ask here.
I’m having a very big problem to look at the rear mirror and the right hand “side” mirror. It affects me while reversing the car because we must look at both mirrors to do that.It is so irritating. I dunno why i couldn’t do it. can u give me any tips regarding that matter? i really want to drive a car!!! =( it would be really appreciated if you or anyone else can help me to solve diz problem.Thanks.
Dear Dea,
To reverse is a slow process. Yes, you have to look at both rear and side mirror (right) even side mirror (left).
My advise is, reversely slowly, alternative between looking at rear mirror, ride side mirror and also left side mirror.
Indeed it’s an irritating procedure as you said. But there’s no other choice.
thanks a lot Mr.Yap..=) i think i need to take a driving class again since i feel that i’m not confident enough to drive a car.i feel frustrated bcoz i dun hv much time to learn driving before bcoz of my semester has already begun on that time. and now i’m having a very big problem to start driving on my own.if possible, i need to know how much does it cost (in average) if i want to take a driving class only since i already got my license.tq
Dear Mr.Yap,
I am writing to you in regard to Malaysian driving licence. I am a foreigner student here, and I don’t have any driving licence. Can I get the Malaysian driving licence through your school?
My question is : “How can I get the Malaysian driving licence since I don’t have any driving licence”.
Thanks,
Dear Maryam,
My driving school business only covers the surrounding area of Klang town, Selangor.
If you are in Klang, you can definitely get a Malaysian driving license through me.
Thanks Mr. Yap.
Dear Teacher,
It’s me again and now I’m more frustrated than before. My problems are
1) When I meet the humps, I don’t now how to deal with that.
2) When I near, stop and start from the traffic light, I just keep on lose control of my car. My engine dies every time the traffic light turn green, can you tell me how to deal with that( from changing cluth to rear and also stereng again)
I hope teacher can give me some tips in malay version. Sorry for bother and thank you for reading.
Dear Yinsyn,
1) Kebanyakan bonggol agak tinggi. Perlahan kereta sehingga ke bonggol. Tukar kepada Gear satu, kawal clutch dan turn dari bonggol. Kawal brek sedikit dan kemudian menekan injak / accelerator sedikit dan teruskan berjalan.
2) Mengatasi enjin kereta kerap mati.
Di lampu isyarat, anda perlu menekan lebih minyak. Harus ingat sesebuat kereta agak berat. Ia perlu minyak lebih supaya enjin tidak mati.
Thank you teacher.
Hi there,
I had a look at your blog. Its really very helpful. Im from Mauritius.I’ll be coming to Malaysia end of February.I’ll be getting a job that will require me to drive a lot. I dont have a driving license but i have a learner.Can you advise me about the procedures to follow to get a license and also if you could give me details about an efficient instructor and how much it will cost and how quickly i can get it…etc as i need it very quickly.
I dont really understand Malay, would that be a downside to getting a license?
Thanks
Sameerah
Dear Sameerah,
As a foreigner, if you do not know Malay, you should then know English. Briefly, to get a license, you have to:
a) Do the 5 hour Highway Code course.
b) Sit for the above test.
c) Then attend the 6 hour theory course for B2 (motor) or D (cars).
If you wish to be recommended a driving instructor, please give your location.
Cost of instructor depends on how many lessons you wish to take and your place of stay. For this, you’ll have to discuss with the instructor later.
All in all, you need at least 35 – 40 days duration to get the license.
My location will be Bukit Bintang
Dear Sameerah,
You can try the Metro Driving School. Please Google for their information.
hello cikgu yap.
i’m living in maluri, kuala lumpur and currently planning to get my license.
is it better for me to go to driving academies like Metro or to take classes from private instructor? and which price is cheaper anyway?
thanks.
Dear Jonnas Wong,
Whether you prefer institute or driving school depends on individual preference. I think institutes should be cheaper.
Dear Cikgu Yap,
I wish to learn driving in KL. I am 39 years old but I have not even ride a bicycle before.
I am looking to learn driving in KL and I am looking for driving instructor who is patient with someone like me who knows nothing about driving, car, etc.
Can you recommend a good driving institute or school? Thank you.
Age and not knowing about driving is no obstacle. You can try approaching the Metro Driving School. Please Google for their information.
hi Cikgu Yap, i got alot of questions to ask u ..
my 1st question is – when i want to do a turning or reach the roundabout already, what should i do??? Do you mind tell me step by step , what am i suppose to do with my gear , clutch , brake and oil pedal.
2nd question – regarding the “enjin mati” , can u tell me the reason why car will “mati enjin” ??
When reaching a roundabout, know your position to stop. Secondly, you slow down, going from 4th to 3rd and so on . You will sometimes have to stop, to give way to traffic from the right.
When stopping, obviously you have to apply brakes & clutch to prevent the engine stalling.
I have previously written about roundabout ==> How Does Traffic Move in a Roundabout?
Please read it carefully.
To answer your 2nd question, please read the following article ==> Why The Engine Of A Manual Car Dies Off?
Hi Yap,
I have gone through all the coments. Its quite useful. I have few questions.
1. If I don’t pass in color blind test or I don’t get 8/8 in the test, do i still go for test after the doctors advice and treatment anything?
2. I am staying in Brickfields and foreigner. I want to obtain CAR driving license. You area covers Brickfields to go through your school? or Advise me the best school for me.
3. What is K.P.P. course. stands for….
4.Please correct the following order of procedure, to have a clear idea.
4.1. Attend K.P.P. course
4.2 .Based on K.P.P sit for Highway code test(written)
4.3. Attend theory course for CAR (6hrs)
4.4 .Obtain L License
4.5. Go for App. 16 Practical classes on CAR driving
4.6 Go for Final test to obtain P license.
Thanks & Regards
Mohan
1. After test by a clinic doctor, you can proceed with the test.
2. Please contact Mr Zaini at 013-254-5970
3. KPP = Kursus Pendidikan untuk Pemandu
4. Sequence 4.1 – 4.6 are correct.
Cikgu Yap,
I have a valid D license. I now want to learn to ride a bike. I have never riden a bike before therefore assume that I need lots of training.
Are bikes riding classes charged similar to cars e.g. per hour basis? If yes, what are the going rates now?
Is there any institutes in Kepong that you would be able to recommend for weekend classes?
Thank you.
Yes, you’re correct. You may need lots of classes. Most institutes have packages deals. In my institutes for example, RM70 – Rm80 is charged for 4 – 6 hours training.
Should you need more hours of training, talk to your driving instructor. He should be able to arrange for more hours for you.
Look for a driving instructor first. He should then be able to get you an institute nearby.
can any one help me about turing a car?
Say, if I want to take “L” pattern turn then in which angle i have to turn the steering whhel?
when to start turning the steering?
Is there any particular Point from whare to start tturning the wheel?
In which angle do I have to turn the steering wheel to make a 45 degree tu rn?
Is there any suitable method to know the angular relation between Wheel & Steerin?
I WANT PERFECTION IN DRIVING & THAT’S WHY I NEED TO RESOLVE THIS QUARIES. PLEASE HELP ME
You must be referring to the 3 Point Turn in your question. Please read the following articles ==> 3 Point Turn
i decide to have my car driving license…My current city is kl..if i have L licence at kl,is it possible i have my P license at my hometown which is Temerloh ,Pahang due to the timing problems? any charges will be apply or problems will occurs I i already have motorcycle licence.
Thanks.
Your KL “L” license can be used in Temerloh, Pahang.
Get a driving instructor. He should be able to assist you regarding all problems.
Dear Cikgu Yap
recently i’m having the driving practice on the circuit,learning about the parking n “3 penjuru”.
but i still can’t understand very well the steps to run a parking lot in the circuit.
can’t you give some brief explanation about the steps?
Please read the following article ==> Failed Your Side Parking Test? Read This.
Mr Cikgu Yap
Hello i would like to know that do you have a course for driving refreshment course because i took my driving test and passed bout 2-3 years back but never had an opportunity to drive and i am getting a new automatic car about 1 months time from now.
You have to get an instructor near you to coach you in your auto car. Most probably, I do not service your area.
Would like to enquire about how a foreign passport holder who has long term residence in Malaysia should go about acquiring a driving licence, bearing in mind that this person does not speak the local language nor have any driving licence apart from a few lessons on the subject.
Your advice is much appreciated.
Yang
You must be able to do Highway Code test in English. You must also know how to use a computer. If staying here a long time, you should qualify to take up driving course.
how old exactly is the minimum age to learn to ride the super bikes like the ducati monster or harley davidson.
Please read the following article ==> Securing Motorcycle B Full Super Bikes License
For super bikes, you have to be 21 years old.
Mr Yap,I’m a bit confuse about changing gear.Can you please explain to me what to do if I come to these situations (let say I’m in third gear) :
1.to stop at a traffic light.
2.to stop and turn off the engine.
3.to follow slow moving car.
4. drive uphill/downhill.
1) At traffic light: Stop 1 car behind. Free gear. Pull the handbrakes.
2) Stop. Then free gear. Pull the handbrakes.
3) When car vibrates, change to 2nd gear.
4) If losing power (unable to go up), change to lower gear. When going downhill, continued to use 3rd gear. Do not step on the clutch. Control brakes if necessary.
Hopefully, the above advice will help you become a better driver.
Teacher Yap,
I want some tips on the side parking, 3 point turn and slope test. I’ve read your recent tips but the problem is the parking lot and the 3 point turn doesn’t have “tiang”, so i’m confused. I hope i’m not bothering you.
I’ll hold back my answer to your questions right now. I will concur with colleagues of mine before I pen a special article on the subject, specially for your needs.
So, please be patient.
I have prepared the following article to answer your question ==> Malaysian Driving Institutes Test Without Poles
Thank you for the tips… Sorry if I’ve let you busy about my questions.
Happy reading. The pleasure is all mine!
Saya nak bertanya…apa cara terbaik untuk lulus ujian bukit?dah 2 3 kali x lulus2…;(
Cara terbaik lulus satu saja…belajar lagi dan lagi…
Can you please let me know if there any driving schools in Cyberjaya or Putrajaya area wit their contact nos.
Sorry, we do not have any contacts in Cyberjaya / Putrajaya.
I am overseas. my driving licence expired in june this year. after how long can my driving licence still can be renew after it expired (without sitting any exam again)? thanks.
“P” license not more than 1 year after expiry. CDL license, 3 years.
how much is the total fees if we take car driving license?
I am unable to quote the cost of driving lessons as it varies from place to place and also from instructor to instructor. I suggest you contact the nearest driving school for more information.
hi, cikgu yap.
i hope you are having a nice day. I have a question to ask, after obtaining my P license in the year of 2006, i have rarely driven and therefore completely forgotten
about my license.
my license expired back in august, 2008. Since i would have to renew it, is there anyway i could avoid taking the exams again? But if i can’t , is there any sort of payment i have to make, if yes? how much?
thank you .
Your license which expired in Aug 2008 can still be renewed. No exams need to be taken. The payment 1 year is RM30, 2 years is RM60 and 5 years is RM150.
oh i’m sorry i didnt make it clear enough.. i meant my p license expired back in august 2008..
that would mean i would have to re-take the exams right?
thanks again.