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PolicyStreet Unveils Free Road Tax Initiative for Selected Proton and Perodua Cars to Combat Rising Insurance Premiums

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PolicyStreet Unveils Free Road Tax Initiative for Selected Proton and Perodua Cars to Combat Rising Insurance Premiums
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PolicyStreet Unveils Free Road Tax Initiative for Selected Proton and Perodua Cars to Combat Rising Insurance Premiums

2025-01-06 14:00 Last Updated At:14:15

Malaysians driving Perodua Axia, Bezza, Proton Saga, and Iriz can enjoy FREE road tax, while owners of other car models can get up to 70% off when renewing car insurance with PolicyStreet.

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As Malaysians navigate the bumpy road of rising insurance premiums, homegrown insurance technology (insurtech) company, PolicyStreet is shifting gears to make car insurance renewals more affordable. Starting today until 28 February, car owners of Perodua Axia, Perodua Bezza, Proton Saga, and Proton Iriz can enjoy a smooth ride into 2025 with FREE road tax when they renew their car insurance through PolicyStreet's car insurance renewal platform. The promotion is an extension of the company's existing promotion, offering Malaysians up to 70% in discounts for road tax.

"At PolicyStreet, we are dedicated to creating solutions that improve financial inclusion for all Malaysians. This free road tax initiative, reflects our mission to make car insurance renewals more affordable and accessible, especially during these challenging times," says Yen Ming Lee, Co-founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of PolicyStreet.

To take advantage of this promotion, visit PolicyStreet's car insurance renewal platform at car.policystreet.com and request a quote. Customers can choose from five trusted insurers or compare quotes from up to 12 insurers to find the best fit for their budget and needs. For eligible Proton and Perodua models, the cost of road tax will be waived at checkout. Other car owners can still enjoy significant savings on road tax renewal, with discounts of up to 70% available.

In addition, PolicyStreet is offering a 0% interest Easy Payment Plan, allowing customers to pay for their car insurance in 3, 6, or 12-month instalments with credit cards from nine participating banks, including Maybank, CIMB Bank, and Public Bank. This flexible payment option aims to ease the financial burden on Malaysians while ensuring they remain protected amid rising insurance premiums.

Proton and Perodua hold a special place in Malaysian hearts, known for their practicality and affordability. PolicyStreet's focus on these models ensures that everyday Malaysians get a financial boost where it matters most. Combined with discounts for other car makes, this initiative underscores PolicyStreet's mission to empower Malaysians with affordable and accessible car insurance solutions.

This latest initiative is part of PolicyStreet's broader efforts to drive change in the insurance industry by making coverage more Purposeful and Simple for Malaysians. As part of its mission to close the protection gap, PolicyStreet partners with industry leaders such as Shopee, foodpanda, and Carsome to embed new-to-market insurance products into their ecosystems. These include micro-policies tailored for gig workers and customised SME packages, all designed with affordability and accessibility in mind.

Having served over 5 million customers nationwide and partnered with over 200 businesses, PolicyStreet remains steadfast in its mission to close the protection gap for underserved communities. Whether it's through initiatives like free road tax, affordable micro-policies, or digital solutions that simplify the insurance experience, PolicyStreet aims to pave the way for a more financially inclusive future.

For more information on PolicyStreet's innovative insurtech solutions, please visit policystreet.com.

About PolicyStreet

PolicyStreet is a regional full-stack insurance technology (insurtech) group of companies providing cutting-edge digital insurance solutions to businesses and consumers in Southeast Asia and Australia.

PolicyStreet works directly with over 40 life, general, and Takaful providers globally to offer a comprehensive range of products and services, which includes but is not limited to embedded insurance, customised employee benefits, financial advisory and aggregation of insurance, as well as the development of digital solutions to make insurance purposeful and simple for businesses and consumers.

As a licensed Reinsurer, General Insurer and Takaful Operator by the Labuan Financial Services Authority (LFSA), an approved Financial Adviser and Islamic Financial Adviser by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), and a licensee of the Australian Financial Services License by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), PolicyStreet is able to underwrite, customise policies, and provide unbiased advice to its clients and partners worldwide.

PolicyStreet is backed by the Malaysian sovereign wealth fund, Khazanah Nasional Berhad, and serves over 5 million customers with over US$ 10 billion in sum insured. In 2024, PolicyStreet was recognised as "Fintech of the Year" at The Asset's Triple A Digital Awards and was the winner of the Fintech Excellence Award for Financial Inclusion at the Singapore Fintech Festival endorsed by the Monetary Association of Singapore (MAS). The company was also ranked as the second-highest Malaysian company in the "High-Growth Companies in Asia Pacific 2024" list by Statista and The Financial Times.

** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **

PolicyStreet Unveils Free Road Tax Initiative for Selected Proton and Perodua Cars to Combat Rising Insurance Premiums

PolicyStreet Unveils Free Road Tax Initiative for Selected Proton and Perodua Cars to Combat Rising Insurance Premiums

SINGAPORE, Jan. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has introduced the Booking Form Bot, an AI-powered chatbot designed to answer travelers' booking-related questions at the final stage of the booking journey. The new tool aims to help travelers answer last-minute questions and complete their reservations with ease and confidence.

Internal research by Agoda found that 28% of users navigate back to the property page from the booking page to re-check trip details. Customer research revealed that the main reasons to pause or exit the booking journey are questions about promo codes, cancellation policies, and price discrepancies. The Booking Form Bot addresses this by providing instant, context-aware answers to questions such as "Can I cancel for free?" "Does this booking qualify for cashback?", etc.

Building on the success of Agoda's Property AMA Bot, which answers over 30,000 hotel-related questions daily, the Booking Form Bot extends this capability to the checkout experience. The bot automatically understands the user's booking session, including the selected property, room type, rate plan, and associated terms, allowing it to deliver accurate, personalized responses without requiring users to repeat details or leave the page.

Users can access the Booking Form Bot by tapping the chat icon on the booking form page, available through the Agoda app and mobile browser.

Idan Zalzberg, Chief Technology Officer at Agoda, shared, "Helping travelers stay informed at every step of their journey is central to building trust in our platform. At the booking stage, last-minute questions often arise around cancellation options or payment terms. The Booking Form Bot provides instant answers right when travelers need them, helping them book with confidence.

With the launch of the Booking Form Bot, Agoda continues to invest in AI-powered tools that make travel planning simpler, faster, and more intuitive for millions of travelers worldwide.

Explore Agoda's offerings, including over 6 million holiday properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities, all in one booking. Visit Agoda.com or download the Agoda mobile app for the best deals.

SINGAPORE, Jan. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has introduced the Booking Form Bot, an AI-powered chatbot designed to answer travelers' booking-related questions at the final stage of the booking journey. The new tool aims to help travelers answer last-minute questions and complete their reservations with ease and confidence.

Internal research by Agoda found that 28% of users navigate back to the property page from the booking page to re-check trip details. Customer research revealed that the main reasons to pause or exit the booking journey are questions about promo codes, cancellation policies, and price discrepancies. The Booking Form Bot addresses this by providing instant, context-aware answers to questions such as "Can I cancel for free?" "Does this booking qualify for cashback?", etc.

Building on the success of Agoda's Property AMA Bot, which answers over 30,000 hotel-related questions daily, the Booking Form Bot extends this capability to the checkout experience. The bot automatically understands the user's booking session, including the selected property, room type, rate plan, and associated terms, allowing it to deliver accurate, personalized responses without requiring users to repeat details or leave the page.

Users can access the Booking Form Bot by tapping the chat icon on the booking form page, available through the Agoda app and mobile browser.

Idan Zalzberg, Chief Technology Officer at Agoda, shared, "Helping travelers stay informed at every step of their journey is central to building trust in our platform. At the booking stage, last-minute questions often arise around cancellation options or payment terms. The Booking Form Bot provides instant answers right when travelers need them, helping them book with confidence.

With the launch of the Booking Form Bot, Agoda continues to invest in AI-powered tools that make travel planning simpler, faster, and more intuitive for millions of travelers worldwide.

Explore Agoda's offerings, including over 6 million holiday properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities, all in one booking. Visit Agoda.com or download the Agoda mobile app for the best deals.

** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **

Agoda Launches AI-Powered Booking Bot to Help Travelers Book with Confidence

Agoda Launches AI-Powered Booking Bot to Help Travelers Book with Confidence

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