Expedite introduction of lemon law


NEW cars can be “lemons” too, as the recent case of one breaking down eight hours after it was purchased shows.

As such, Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) is urging the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDNKSH) to look into speeding up the introduction of a lemon law to protect car buyers.

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