This blog is last updated on 6 July 2026.
Good news to Lalamove driver partners who own diesel vehicle!
The Malaysian government has announced the new subsidised price for diesel, effective 1st July 2026.
If you’re a Lalamove driver partner who drives a 4x4 Pickup, Van or Lorry, this blog will help you understand the newly subsidised diesel price.
Diesel Price Reduced To RM2.10 Per Litre
Starting 1 July 2026, all Malaysian citizens who own a valid driving licence and a diesel vehicle registered under their own name will be eligible to enjoy the new subsidised diesel price.
For Peninsular Malaysia
Before subsidy: RM4.37 per litre
After subsidy: RM2.10 per litre
For Sabah and Sarawak
Before subsidy: RM2.15 per litre
After subsidy: RM2.10 per litre
This new diesel price will be implemented across Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak.
For the eligibility limit, kindly refer as below:
1. RON95: 200 litres/month
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Malaysian citizens with MyKad
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Has a valid driving license
2. RON95 + Diesel: 200 litres/month
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Malaysian citizens with MyKad
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Has a valid driving license
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Owns a petrol vehicle and diesel vehicle registered under own name
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Has an active motor vehicle license (road tax)
3. Additional diesel quota 100 litre/month
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Malaysian citizens with MyKad
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Has a valid driving license
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Owns a diesel vehicle registered under own name
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Has an active motor vehicle license (road tax)
To enjoy the subsidy, Malaysian citizens will need to present their MyKad as per usual.
While for the additional 100 litres diesel, you'll need to apply manually through the official website at https://budimadani.gov.my or visit your nearest Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri Malaysia (LHDNM).
BUDI Diesel Eligibility Transfer
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has officially announced that individuals who qualify for BUDI Diesel can transfer their eligibility to a close family member.
This initiative aims to ensure that the subsidy benefits households more effectively, especially if the original recipients does not require it.
Who Can You Transfer To?
Source: Kementerian Kewangan
The transfer is strictly limited to one person only and they must be an immediate family member, including:
- Spouse (Husband or wife)
- Parents (Mother or father)
- Siblings
- Children
It's important to note that extended family members are not eligible, this includes:
- Cousins
- Uncles or aunties
- Grandparents
- Grandchildren
- In-laws (Mother-in-law, father-in-law or siblings-in law)
Additionally, the recipient of the transfer must already be eligible under the BUDI95 programme.
Important Terms To Take Note
Before applying for the transfer, here are a few conditions you should be aware of:
1. The transfer of BUDI Diesel can only be made once
2. Once transferred, it cannot be reversed
3. The eligibility cannot be passed on again to another family member
How To Apply For The Transfer
Source: Kementerian Kewangan
To make the transfer, you'll need to submit an application through the official BUDI MADANI website.
First Phase Application
Deadline for submission: 12 July 2026
Expected approval date: 15 July 2026
Second Phase Application
However, for applications submitted after the date above or before 27th each month will be processed on the 1st of the following month.
If you or your family members qualify, be sure to review the terms carefully and submit your application on time.
What You Need To Know About Sistem Kawalan Diesel Bersubsidi 2.0 (SKDS 2.0)
Source: MySubsidi
SKDS 2.0 is a targeted diesel subsidy program implemented by the Malaysian government for the commercial vehicles.
Any diesel vehicle registered under a company and has a valid Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) certificate is eligible to apply for SKDS 2.0.
Eligible SKDS 2.0 applicants can enjoy diesel price at RM2.15 per litre.
Therefore, Lalamove driver partners who own a Van or Lorry registered under a company can take on this opportunity to apply to ease the burden of daily operating costs.
How To Apply?
The SKDS 2.0 application process can be completed online. If you haven’t applied yet, you may follow these steps:
Step 1
Register through the MySubsidi official portal.
Step 2
Fill in the required details such as:
- Company's name
- SSM Number
- Representative's name
- Representative's IC number
- Contact Number
- Email address
- Password
Step 3
Submit the required documents such as:
- SSM certificate
- Vehicle grant
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Active motor vehicle license (road tax)
Step 4
Once your application is approved, you may apply for SKDS 2.0 fleet card from your desired gas station.
Apply for BH Petrol fleet card
Note: Ensure all your details are correct and valid to avoid any issues during the approval process.
Let’s Save Up On Your Diesel Cost!
Once you’ve completed your application, you may check your status from time to time via the same portal.
This is a great chance for Lalamove driver partners to earn additional cash to cover daily operational costs.
And now you can also enjoy the subsidised diesel price!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity if you meet all the application requirements.
