Letter to the Editor: Motorists who tamper with their fuel gauge before going into JB pose a bigger problem

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Dear Editor, I refer to the following article: ICA issues S$100 fine for driver who went into JB with less than 3/4 tank.  I am concerned with your above-mentioned article not presenting a clearer context of the content. On a simple reading, it gives an impression that if I get caught with less than 3/4 tank, the fine is $100. You may wish to note that for a motorist that tampers with their fuel gauge to show less than 3/4 tank carries a heavier offence of fine and jail. On reading your article, I do not see this mentioned which may mislead younger readers on the actual penalties. The comments also make no mention of this. I hope that you will do the necessary in ensuring a more holistic understanding of driving into JB under the 3/4 tank rule and advise fellow Singaporeans to take note. I have appended a CED link to highlight the severity. https://www.customs.gov.sg/news-and-media/media-releases/2008-10-02-MR-tamperedfuelgauge.pdf