Mot Apad Looking Into Reported Spike In E Hailing Fares
For context, it has recently been reported that e-hailing services have increased ride fare prices up to 400% during peak hours, which triggered discontent amongst users. They also called for government intervention to regulate fare prices. Transport minister Wee Ka Siong told reporters on Sunday that MOT’s top management has been instructed to contact the involved companies for explanation regarding the alleged increase in fares. “An increase from RM20 to RM70 in the current situation is seen as burdensome to the people, so I think as a policymaker, we will see if any party is taking advantage to make a profit,” he said....