KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 -- The Malaysian government is proposing new changes to the law that will increase the minimum fine from RM300 to RM500 for driving without a driving licence and speeding, and also to introduce the new specific crime of road racing.

Transport Minister Anthony Loke yesterday said the higher financial penalties are not aimed at burdening the public or increasing the government revenue, but to increase compliance with road safety laws.

Here is Malay Mail's quick summary of what you should know about the proposed changes to the Road Transport Act, based on the Bill to amend it and Loke's explanations yesterday in Parliament:

New: Racing OR speed trial on the road (even if no accidents happen)

Illegal racers in Malays...