Singapore motorists can now use GetGo car-sharing vehicles for trips across the Causeway, with the platform introducing a new option that allows eligible cars to be driven into Malaysia.
The new “Drive to Malaysia” feature is available through the GetGo app, giving users the option to select vehicles approved for cross-border travel when making a booking.
The service allows drivers to travel throughout West Malaysia, including popular destinations such as Johor Bahru, Kuala Lumpur and Cameron Highlands. GetGo said the vehicles included under the programme have the necessary Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) registrations.
For Singapore residents who regularly make short trips to Malaysia, the new service could provide an alternative to traditional car rental arrangements, particularly for those who do not own a vehicle.
No Deposit Or Mileage Charges
GetGo said the new cross-border service is designed to make the cost of driving to Malaysia more predictable.
Unlike some conventional rental arrangements, users do not have to pay a deposit or visit a physical rental outlet before collecting a vehicle. The company also said there are no additional mileage charges, regardless of the distance travelled within West Malaysia.
A cross-border surcharge applies to these bookings, but the amount is capped according to the vehicle category and travel day. The applicable costs are shown in the app before users confirm their booking.
The additional surcharge is set at 30% of the time charge, subject to the applicable daily cap.
For Select vehicles, the surcharge is capped at S$20 per day on weekdays and the eve of public holidays, rising to S$30 per day on weekends and public holidays.
For Plus vehicles, the corresponding caps are S$25 per day on weekdays and the eve of public holidays, and S$35 per day on weekends and public holidays.
Drivers Can Add A Co-Driver
GetGo is also offering users the option of adding a pre-registered co-driver to their booking.
This means two insured drivers can share the driving during a Malaysia trip while remaining under the same insurance coverage, potentially making longer road journeys more manageable.
Additional protection is available through GetGo’s Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) options. The standard CDW increases from 5% to 10% of the total booking charge, while Enhanced CDW rises from 10% to 20%.
These CDW charges are calculated on top of the vehicle’s time charge and applicable cross-border surcharge.
Drivers can identify eligible vehicles directly through the GetGo app by selecting the “Drive to Malaysia” option. Cars that are permitted for cross-border travel will carry a dedicated Malaysia badge on their vehicle listing.
Bookings Limited To Five Days
The service comes with several conditions that drivers will need to consider before making a booking.
Each “Drive to Malaysia” booking must last at least 12 hours, while the maximum duration is five days. Users can make reservations up to 30 days ahead.
Cross-border journeys are restricted to two designated Singapore-Malaysia crossings: the Woodlands Causeway and the Tuas Second Link.
Once in Malaysia, drivers can travel throughout West Malaysia, but the vehicle cannot be taken into Thailand or any other country.
These restrictions mean motorists planning longer regional road trips will need to make separate arrangements rather than using a GetGo vehicle for journeys beyond Malaysia.
GetGo Tested The Service With Beta Drivers
The Malaysia feature was tested before its wider launch through a beta programme involving selected existing GetGo users.
According to the company, the response was strong, with nearly 2,000 people registering interest within 48 hours of the beta programme being announced.
GetGo currently operates a fleet of more than 3,000 vehicles across over 1,700 locations around Singapore. The platform also has more than 500,000 registered drivers.
The launch gives Singapore’s car-sharing market another cross-border mobility option, particularly for motorists who want the flexibility of driving to Malaysia without owning a private vehicle or arranging a conventional rental car.