Must-have apps for Malaysian drivers: Top 4 for easier drives

Tech
January 6, 2026
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By 
Farah Mustafa

Driving in Malaysia can feel like a daily adventure — from beating traffic to finding parking or keeping track of JPJ summons. Thankfully, a few must-have apps can make every drive smoother, smarter and a whole lot less stressful. Whether you’re commuting, balik kampung, or heading out for weekend makan trips, these essential Malaysian driving apps have your back.

1. Waze Malaysia – Outsmart traffic, every day

Waze Malaysia is a GPS navigation app trusted by daily commuters, delivery riders, and weekend road trippers. Real-time traffic updates, community alerts, and police warnings make it your go-to driving companion.

🚗 Why it’s essential:

  • Live traffic reports and jam avoidance
  • Real-time police and accident alerts
  • Alternate route suggestions to save time
  • ETA sharing with friends or family

📱 Pro tip: Ensure a stable data connection for Waze to function in real-time — perfect when navigating unfamiliar routes.

2. Touch ‘n Go eWallet – The cashless travel app

The Touch ‘n Go eWallet is more than just a toll payment tool. It's now one of the top eWallets in Malaysia, letting you pay for fuel, food, parking, and tolls with Touch ‘n Go RFID.

💳 Top features:

  • RFID toll payments — skip the queue!
  • Reload Touch ‘n Go card instantly
  • Pay for parking and drive-thrus
  • DuitNow QR and cashback promos

📱 Pro tip: Enable auto-reload to avoid getting stuck at tolls or car parks.

3. Setel – Pay for petrol without leaving your car

Say goodbye to walking into petrol stations. Setel lets you pay for petrol from your phone, earn Mesra rewards, and manage your spending — all without leaving the driver’s seat.

⛽ Why drivers love Setel:

  • Pay for fuel without queuing
  • Track spending and collect Mesra points
  • Available at Petronas stations nationwide
  • Use for in-store purchases and car services

📱 Pro tip: Login before you reach the station to activate your pump faster — great for rainy days!

4. MyJPJ – Go digital with your road tax and driving licence

If you haven’t downloaded the MyJPJ app, now’s the time. It is the official mobile app from Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) that stores your digital driving licence and road tax (LKM). It also lets you check and pay for JPJ summons online.

📄 Key features:

  • Digital road tax and driving licence (LKM)
  • Check and settle traffic summons
  • Receive JPJ updates and news
  • Access service locations across Malaysia

📱 Pro tip: Always update the app to ensure your digital documents remain valid during inspections.

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From dodging jams with Waze to paying tolls via Touch ‘n Go and checking summons on MyJPJ — these apps make every Malaysian driver’s life easier. But they all rely on one thing: strong, reliable data.

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These apps aren’t just helpful — they’re essential for the modern Malaysian driver. From avoiding traffic to managing your licence, they keep you safe, efficient and fully in control behind the wheel.

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