She is on Percubaan Licence

Yes, she did it..my doter passed her driving test today. She did not have so much confident that she will get it over in one sitting as she was not so lucky with the undang-undang test.

Well, that means we have to get an additional car for her to shuttle between college and home, which indirectly meant more $$$ output. And since new drivers are so so keen to drive everywhere, we will make sure we will not smother her enthusiasm :-).

Below are some dos&don'ts that P licence drivers have to adhere to:-

courtesy of : http://www.mykakis.com/malaysia-life/driving/the-malaysian-probationary-drivers-license

The "Defensive Driving" or "Panduan Berhemat" in reality is an Australian concept of driving. It has proven to be an effective method in curbing accidents, especially in its country of origin.

Amongst the many rules and regulations of defensive driving is the use of the "P" stickers. But Malaysian "P" drivers are actually a lucky lot compared to Australian ones.

Australian "P" drivers, amongst other things are not allowed to:

i) Drive alone - During the probation period (2 years). They must be an experienced driver beside them.

ii) Drive at night.

iii) Must undergo another practical test after 1 year to ascertain their capability to drive.

iv) The necessity to stick "P" stickers in front and at the rear remains.
"P" probation period is 2 years.

Newly "passed" drivers for Class B2 (Motorcycle) and D (Cars) have to have the "P" emblem displayed in front and at the rear of their vehicles.

Failure to do so might result in the authorities giving you a "Summon". Getting such a summon is getting 10 Demerit Points, resulting in your license being suspended.

What is the colour of the "P" Sticker, one may ask. Car "P" stickers are slightly larger compared to motorcycle "P" stickers, where are smaller. Use the correct sized stickers or you will end up in trouble with the authorities. "P" stickers have the alphabet "P" in White with a Red background.

What must "P" drivers do during the 2 years probationary period?

a) Maintain a 0.00 alcohol content in their blood / urine / breath.

b) Have their "P" license along while driving.

c) Ensure "P" plates / sticker are affixed in front and at the rear of their

vehicle.

What happens if your car has only 1 "P" sticker and you are unlucky to be stopped by the Police , J.P.J. or other authorities? Well, its still an Offense. Believe me. I know because a "P" student of mine got a summon for it. He failed to realize the rear "P" of his vehicle had dropped off. The maxim seem to be - "Ignorance Is No Excuse".

Use the "P" sticker till your probationary period is over (2 years). Then convert your "P" license into C.D.L. (Competent Drivers' License) within 1 year.