FAQs on Cars
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Frequent Asked Questions on Cars
Short Forms used for Cars forum
1.OTR = On The Road
2.COE = Cert of entitlement
3.OPC = Off Peak Car
4.OMV = Open Market Value
5.dep = Depreciation
6.mod = Modify or Moderator
7.FC = Fuel consumption
8.BTT = Basic Theory Test
9.FTT = Final Theory Test
10.ICE = In Car Entertainment
11.SE = Sales executive
12.TC = TurboCharge
13.SC = Supercharge
Applying for driving license
1.What is the legal age for applying for a driving license ?
The legal age for applying is 18.
2.How do I go about applying for a driving license ?
You can enroll yourself at any driving centres or private schools.
3.What is the difference between driving centres and private schools ?
The difference is that driving centres conduct lessons on a systematic structure and private schools may varies from school to school.
4.Which is better between driving centres and private schools ?
There are a few points of difference and I will put them in point form which is much easier for all users to understand
1.Centres are more expensive then private
2.Centres take a shorter time in booking your Traffic Police Test
3.Private schools take lesser lessons to complete IF the instructor deem you good in driving
4.You will be driving the same car throughout the course of your driving lessons for private and you are allocated to different cars when in driving centres
5.Where are the driving centres ?
There are a few driving centres around in Singapore. BBDC , SSDC and Comfort Driving centre. You can get more information on their websites
6.Where are their websites ?
BBDC , Comfort Driving Centre and SSDC
Qualified Drivers
1.What will happen if I do not show my Probation Plate when IÂ’m suppose to ?
You will be fine $120 for first offense and have your license revoke on the second.
2.How do I check the depreciation for a car ?
Use this formulas below
Total Cost minus Parf divide by 10 = depreciation for a car
3.How to check fuel consumption for my car ?
Use the formula below
Pump full tank --> reset your Odometer --> drive till empty --> Pump full tank again --> Note down how many litres you had pump. So now your odometer should
show the total distance you have covered for that tank of petrol . Now use your Total distance covered divide by the amount of petrol you had pump and you will get your Fuel consumption
*Note : The Fuel consumption varies from each and individual driving styles
4.What to check when collecting my new car? <-- Contributed by LLukeShen , speedygonzales and bunny2002sg
1. all lamps and lights - check if it's working
2. front grille - Check if there is any cracks or misalignment
3. side mirrors - Use the control to check if it's moving in the direction you want it to be
4. door handles
5. aircon - cooling enough ?
6. power window - Play with the controls and check if all windows wind up and down smoothly
7. auto lock - check if it's working
8. leather seats and stitching
9. stereo - Make sure all 4 speakers are working by putting your ear near to each speaker
10. seal belts - Try pulling it hard and make sure it lock itself in position
11. wood panels
12. horn - check if it's working
13. compartments
14. car body - Check all over for scratches
15. car paint
16. Fittings
Offenses , Fines and demerit points system
1.Parking Fines at HDB carparks
Never put coupon : $30
Display coupon but
exceed ½ hr or less : $6
exceed ½ hr to 1 hr : $10
exceed 1 hr : $20
2.Speeding
Exceeding 21-30km = $120 + 6 points
Exceeding 31-40km = $180 + 8 points
Exceeding 40km and above = Court
3.Dash across red light = $200 + 12 points
4.Can I still drive if I got 12 points when IÂ’m serving my probation period ?
Yes, you can but you will be left with 0 point which means any offense you make before you retrieve your points will result you in having your license suspense or revoke.
Class 4 and 5 Driving License
1.Where can I apply for Class 4 and 5 driving license?
You can apply for Class 4 and 5 driving license at Pan Country Driving Centre.
2. Where is Pan Country Driving Centre?
The driving centre is just by the side of Jurong Stadium.
For the map, click HERE
3.How much will is cost?
There is a package that allows you to enroll for class 4 and 5 together at the cost of about $750. If you are just going for the class 4 driving license, it will cost you about $450 just for one license.
4.What is the difference between class 3 from class 4 and 5 ?
The difference is mainly the turning radius and the braking. The turning radius is wider then a normal class 3 vehicle as it is longer. Braking system used on Class 4 and 5 is different from class 3 as they are using air brakes. You must get used to the air brake if not you gonna jerk your way throughout on a class 4 or 5 vehicle.
5.What isthe procedure to getting a class 4 licence and the duration? <-- Asked by williamtan
The procedure is the same as you enrol for a class 3 driving license and the duration is about 1 - 2 months time before you actually have your first practical lesson. So alone class 4 will take about 3 months and the same for class 5.
6.Can I book for all practicals one shot?
Yes you can. Even if you wish to change the practical date, just give them a call. Forms of contact can be found in the Links section below.
7.What is the min. requirements for class 4 and 5 ?
You must be 21 of age and must not have more then 12 points in your Driver Improvement Points System(DIPS) -
Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence
1. A holder of a valid foreign driving licence who intends to stay in singapore for 1 year or less, and who wishes to drive in singapore during that period of time, is NOT required to convert his/her foreign driving licence. However, if his foreign driving licence is not in english, he/she is required to have an international driving permit(IDP) OR an official translation of his foreign driving licence in ENGLISH.
2. A person residing or who intends to reside in singapore for a period exceeding 12 months is required to convert his foreign driving licence in order to drive in singapore.
3. Before applying for a singapore driving licence, applicants are required to pass the Basic Theory Test(BTT). When registering at Traffic Police or at any driving centres for the BTT, an applicant has to furnish the following;
A)Passport and NRIC / Employment Pass(EP) / Dependent(DP) / Work Permit(WP) / Social Visit Pass(SVP) / Entry Permit Cert.(PR) / Student Pass (STP) and
B)A fee of SGD$6
4. After passing the BTT, an application for licence conversion must be made in person at the traffic police department. The following documents(both originals and photocopies) are required;
A) Passport and Entry Permit/EP/DEP/WP/SVP
B) A valid qualifed foreign driving licence
C) An official translationof the foreign driving licence from the relevant Embassy/High Commission if it is not in english
D) An extract of driving licence record from the licensing authority, indicating the date of 1st issue of the foreign driving licence
E)For malaysian licence holders, an extract from Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan(JPJ) is compulsory
F) A complete medical examination form (obtainable from traffic police dept. or any test centres) for applicants aged 65 and above where applicable
G) A recent passport size photograph with matt or semi matt finish on white backgroup
H) A fee of SGD$50
5. The foreign driving licence must be obtained before the applicant is issued with his EP/DEP/WP/PR/SVP etc
6. A Singapore citizenor permanent resident(PR) of singapore may be allowed to convert a foreign driving licence to a singapore driving licence if he can show documentary proof from his passport(s) and other officialdocuments indicating that he/she has resided in the country of licence issuance for at least 6 months continuously.
7. An application for the conversion of foreign driving licence MAY BE GRANTED after satisfactory verification of the particulars and documents furnished -
Questions on Insurance
Insurance : This consist of 3 kinds of policies namely 3rd party , 3rd party Fire and Theft and Comprehensive cover . When you buy a new car, it will be covered by in house package for the 1st year
Third Party cover : This policy provides cover for the driver's legal liability for damage to property belonging to other persons such as cars; fences; street lighting etc as well as the driver's legal liability for death of or bodily injury to passengers and third parties caused by his negligence
Third Party Fire & Theft cover : In addition to the cover provided by the "Third Party" cover, the policy can be extended to accidental loss or damage by fire and/or theft of the vehicle and its accessories and spare parts
Comprehensive cover : This is the widest type of cover in that it includes all the covers mentioned previously plus accidental damage to the insured's own vehicle. The additional cover provides personal accident benefits for the driver and medical expenses arising from the motor accident. Although the term "comprehensive" is used, the standard cover does not include riot, strike and civil commotion, flood and windstorm and personal accident benefits to the passengers and legal liability of passengers for acts of negligence. However, these covers can be effected upon payment of an additional premium The breakage of a windscreen or side windows is insured but the standard policy excess will apply and a claim paid will result in the loss of any No Claim Discount unless arrangements are made for a special cover. You should compare the rates, covers and services offered by other insurance companies before making a decision -
Links
1.OneMotoring
2.LTA
3.SingaporePoliceForce
4.MTA <-- Contributed by Larry
5.Class 4 and 5 informations <-- Contributed by ahkico
Will update more when IÂ’m free but if you think you want to add anything to the above just post here and I will add in accordingly. -
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Latest Update
Added 3 questions in Class 4 and 5 sections and a link on class 4 and 5 in Links section on 13th Aug 2004
Added 'Conversion of foreign driving licence' on 7th Oct 2004
If you think you want to add anything to the above list, Please private msg(PM) me. Thanks
Hope this helps
nick34 -
Langgar pedestrian min. fine $200 + 6 points. Dun ask mi how i know.....
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my friend kana $200 + 9pts hahaOriginally posted by huoye:Langgar pedestrian min. fine $200 + 6 points. Dun ask mi how i know..... -
Speeding:
Exceeding 1 - 20km/h = $130 + 4 demerit points.
Exceeding 21 - 30km/h = $150 + 6 demerit points.
Exceeding 31 - 40km/h = $180 + 8 demerit points.
Exceeding 41 - 50km/h = >$200 + 12 demerit points + Court.
Exceeding 51 - 60km/h = >$200 + 18 demerit points + Court.
Exceeding >61km/h = >$200 + 24 demerit points + Court.
If you wan to be hero and fight the court case yourself, and you lose, you pay the court charges yourself, which wil add up to your fine. I guess the court charges is at least $200 and above.
Careless driving = $150 + 6 demerit Points.
Inconsiderate Driving = $170 + 9 Demerit Points + Court.
Dangerous Driving = >$200 + 24 Demerit Points + Court + Vehicle Compounded.
Illegal Racing = >$200 + Vehicle Confiscate + Court.
Fail to put Seat Belt = $120 + 3 demerit points.
Crossing Double White lines = $130 + 4 points.
Phone and Drive = $200 + 12 demerit point + Phone Confiscate.
Do not hold your hp in your hand when you drive even with loud speaker or ear piece.
Drink Driving = Up to $5000 Fine And, or jail Term + Licence Suspended + Court. For first offence.
2nd time offence = Jail term + Fine + Court.
Making an illegal U Turn when there's no U Turn sign = $70.
Fail to Signal when changing lanes = $70.
Driving at night without headlights or taillights switch on after 7pm = $30.
No Number Plate = $70.
Obstructed Number Plate = $70.
Obscured Number Plate = $70.
Number Plate Of Unapproved Type = $70.
As for Demerit Point system:
Let's say you have 0 points on 1st January 2005, and you committed the offence of Failing to Put on Seat Belt. So now, you will have 3 demerit points and this wil last for 1 Year. If during this 1 year you have no demerit points offence at all, your 3 demerit points will be gone on 1/1/2006.
But, if during this one year, From 1/1/2005 - 1/1/2006, you commited another offence with demerit points, your very first offence will be extended for another year until 1/1/2007.
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Thanks for your input ... you sure know the system well anson ... hahaOriginally posted by kohanson: -
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haha, no problem..Originally posted by nick34:Thanks for your input ... you sure know the system well anson ... haha -
hi, many thanks, this is useful 4 me as a new driver.....a car bible
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if you have any problem/s or questions ... feel free to Pte Msg me ...Originally posted by vandagal2002:hi, many thanks, this is useful 4 me as a new driver.....a car bible
To All : Please try to keep this topic as neat as possible
Thanks
Nick34 -
are there any training school that provided class 5 trailer/container and those trucks with a lifting arm courses. what i mean is even i have pass the class4/5 test i won,t be able to drive a container trailer right because pan country use 14lt lorries to take test . i might not be able to apply for a job as a trailer driver because i don,t have ex.p in container.so may i know if there are any courses in that field to learn first. thanks
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To drive container , you need to take up a Safety Course from PSA. They provide forklift , crane and most heavy machineries courses ... Do call them up to enquire more ...Originally posted by leong262000:are there any training school that provided class 5 trailer/container and those trucks with a lifting arm courses. what i mean is even i have pass the class4/5 test i won,t be able to drive a container trailer right because pan country use 14lt lorries to take test . i might not be able to apply for a job as a trailer driver because i don,t have ex.p in container.so may i know if there are any courses in that field to learn first. thanks
Cheers
nick34 -
a noob in this....
some car establishments offer COE rebates as high as 20000bucks...wat does that mean?...they pay u 20000 bucks for buying their car? -
aye,thanks man!!!Originally posted by nick34:To drive container , you need to take up a Safety Course from PSA. They provide forklift , crane and most heavy machineries courses ... Do call them up to enquire more ...
Cheers
nick34 -
Hi, im currently 16 this yr.. still studying.. just wanna noe when is the legal age for my batch to take on driving license?
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The legal age to apply for class 3 driving license is 18 as of your birthday, which means if you are born in 1st jan 1989, you can only register yourself on the 1st jan 2007.Originally posted by jetaime:Hi, im currently 16 this yr.. still studying.. just wanna noe when is the legal age for my batch to take on driving license?
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nick34 -
haha.. great.. thanks bro.. cheers!
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great info
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ThanksOriginally posted by ha8n:great info
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can post about the diff. colour of plates....aniwae got once i saw blue yellow plate Wat does it mean????