Why An Expired Road Tax is "Bad Feng Shui"
Chinese New Year is all about fresh starts, good fortune, and beginning the year on the right note.
From cleaning the house to wearing new clothes and settling unfinished matters, many traditions share one common idea: don’t carry bad luck into the new year.
While road tax may not sound like a Feng SHui topic, an expired road tax right before Chinese New Year? That's as inauspicious as it gets.
Why Expired Road Tax Feels Like “Bad Feng Shui”
In Feng Shui thinking, problems that follow you into the new year often start with unfinished responsibilities.
An expired road tax represents:
Something overdue
Unnecessary risk
Potential trouble at the worst time (festive travel season)
During CNY, when roads are crowded and journeys are longer, the last thing anyone was is:
Getting stopped at a roadblock
Paying fines or penalties
Being unable to use the car for balik kampung
Not exactly the kind of “good luck energy” you want to bring home.
Practical Reasons to Renew Before CNY
Beyond Feng Shui symbolism, there are very real reasons to avoid letting your road tax expire during the festive season.
1. Roadblocks and enforcement increase
Festive periods usually come with more checks on the road, especially on major highways and inter-state routes.
An expired road tax can mean:
Fines or summons
Travel delays
Unnecessary stress during reunion season
2. Accidents and risks are higher during peak travel
Chinese New Year sees heavier traffic, longer drives, more tired drivers, and higher chances of minor accidents. If something happens while documents are not in order, it can complicate an already stressful situation.
3. Peace of mind matters more during reunion season
CNY travels should be about reaching home safely, enjoying time with family, and starting the new year calmly. Sometimes, good fortune is simply being properly prepared.
Start the New Year Right With Protection and a Little Extra Luck
Renewing your road tax and insurance before Chinese New Year isn’t just responsible. It is also a modern way of welcoming good luck.
It reduces last minute stress, ensuring a smooth balik kampung journey, and a peace of mind for you and your family. This year, the responsible thing might even bring something extra your way.
This festive season, PolicyStreet is adding a little extra good fortune to a responsible choice. Drivers who renew their car insurance between 6 to 28 February 2026 will be automatically entered into a Chinese New Year lucky draw, for a chance to win a RM8,888 in cash.
Promo highlights:
Campaign period: 6 - 28 February 2026
Applicable to all car insurance renewals
Open to all car types
1 renewal = 1 entry
Chance to win RM8,888 cash
Note: This is a Chinese New Year-only, limited-time promotion. Once 28 February 2026 passes, the opportunity ends.
Good Feng Shui isn’t just about symbols or rituals, it’s simply about being prepared, staying protected, and starting the year with confidence on the road.
