Trial run for eCall emergency system Liow: Carmakers encouraged to add feature


PUTRAJAYA: The “eCall” emergency response system will now go on trial in Malaysia, ahead of making it a mandatory feature for vehicles in the country in the future.

Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai said carmakers in the country are encouraged to equip their vehicles with the eCall feature, as the Government gauges its effectiveness.

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