A recent sighting of a BlueSG electric car at the Woodlands Checkpoint sparked confusion among netizens, who questioned whether it’s permissible to drive these cars across the Causeway into Malaysia.
The image, posted on Facebook on April 4, quickly made its rounds across the BlueSG Users Group and SG Road Vigilante pages. One user even asked if driving the BlueSG car into Johor was an offence, wondering if the driver might face a fine.
Some speculated that the car might have been driven and parked by an employee of the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority. Others found the situation amusing, commenting on the challenge of recharging electric BlueCars on the other side of the Causeway.
So, can you rent a BlueSG car to take a quick trip to Johor Bahru? According to BlueSG’s website, the answer is no. Their terms and conditions clearly state that driving a BlueSG vehicle outside of Singapore is prohibited. Violation of this rule could result in a $500 penalty, along with any additional towing fees.
For those looking to drive into Malaysia, not all car-sharing services have such strict policies. Both Tribecar and Drive lah allow for travel into West Malaysia, but each has specific rules. Tribecar permits driving within Singapore and West Malaysia, while Drive lah’s car-sharing service depends on individual vehicle owners’ specifications regarding international travel.
For future trips to Johor Bahru, it’s essential to review the terms and conditions of the car-sharing service to ensure compliance.