Isuzu D-Max Pick-Up Trucks Chosen to Facilitate Citizenship Registration in Remote Orang Asli Villages

In a significant development, the National Registration Department (JPN) has enlisted the support of the esteemed Isuzu D-Max pick-up truck for their crucial citizenship registration initiative in remote Orang Asli villages across the nation.

The Director General of JPN, En. Zamri bin Misman, recently took delivery of three units of the Isuzu D-Max 3.0-litre Automatic model in a simple ceremony held in Kuala Rompin. The vehicles were handed over by Isuzu Malaysia’s Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Kenkichi Sogo.

Addressing the ceremony, Mr. Sogo emphasized Isuzu’s established reputation as a reliable vehicle, expressing confidence that the D-Max trucks would significantly enhance the efficiency and capabilities of the department’s tasks. He highlighted Isuzu’s track record of excelling in various challenging terrains, emphasizing the brand’s commitment to getting the job done effectively.

The Isuzu D-Max’s prowess lies not only in its powerful and efficient 3-litre engine coupled with an advanced four-wheel-drive system featuring a differential lock for superior off-road traction but also in its class-leading 800mm water-wading ability. This unique feature empowers the vehicle to confidently navigate streams, rivers, or flooded roads, ensuring the safe transportation of teams to their destinations and back.

The three Isuzu D-Max vehicles will be stationed at JPN offices in Kuala Mu (Perak), Gua Musang (Kelantan), and Kuala Rompin (Pahang). Their primary role will involve collaborative efforts with the Jabatan Kemajuan Orang Asli (JAKOA) to enter remote Orang Asli villages and facilitate the registration of villagers, especially newborns in those regions.

To guarantee the safety of both the vehicle and its passengers during these challenging missions, the Isuzu D-Max units have been equipped with essential features, including an electric winch, bull bars, a canopy, and mud terrain tires. This strategic partnership between Isuzu and JPN marks a significant step towards streamlining citizenship registration processes in remote areas.