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Ministry investigates fuel quality complaints at Penang petrol stations
Malaysia's Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living has launched a probe into reports of vehicles failing to start after refuelling at several petrol stations in Batu Kawan, following complaints shared widely on social media.
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The ministry's intervention comes after multiple posts circulated online describing motorists experiencing engine troubles immediately after filling up at petrol stations in the Batu Kawan area of Penang. The complaints have raised concerns about potential fuel quality issues at the affected stations.
Officials from the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living confirmed they are examining the allegations and have begun gathering information from the stations in question. The investigation aims to determine whether substandard fuel or contamination may be responsible for the reported mechanical failures.
Petrol station operators in the area have been contacted as part of the preliminary inquiry. The ministry has urged affected motorists to lodge formal complaints to enable a thorough assessment of the situation.
Fuel quality control remains a priority for Malaysian authorities, with regular inspections conducted to ensure petrol distributed through licensed stations meets established safety and performance standards. The outcome of this investigation is expected to clarify whether the reported incidents stem from fuel quality problems or other factors.