Vehicle Reclassification from P to R
As of January 2025, new LTA regulations limit P-type (Private - P10/P11) vehicles on Drive lah to weekend and public holiday bookings only.
To unlock weekday bookings, your vehicle must be reclassified as Rental (R-type).
What Are P-Type Listings?
Vehicle class: P10 or P11
Intended for private use, not for rental
Only eligible for bookings on weekends and public holidays
You can still block your calendar on any day via your listing calendar.
How to check your vehicle class:
Go to your listing on Drive lah
Click Edit
Scroll to the About section
Look for the field labeled Vehicle Class Code
Why Convert to R-Type (Rental)?
Stay compliant with LTA rental regulations
Utilize weekday rentals and grow your income
Note: Hosts with P-type vehicles cannot open weekday dates unless they convert to R-type.
How to Convert Your Vehicle to R-Type
To allow weekday bookings, reclassify your vehicle through the OneMotoring LTA portal
Steps to Convert:
Visit: OneMotoring LTA website via https://onemotoring.lta.gov.sg/
Click Digital Services → View All
Search for "Convert Vehicle Type"
Select "Convert Vehicle Type" from the results
Log in using your Singpass
Choose "To R – Private Hire" as the new classification
Select your vehicle and submit the request
Processing Time:
Reclassification is completed as soon as you have settled the payment for the conversion.
After Conversion:
Reach out to Drive lah via support@drivelah.sg to update your vehicle type
If Your Car Is Financed
Before reclassifying your vehicle type, check with your loan provider:
What to Ask:
Does your lender allow reclassification to R-type?
Are there any fees or loan term changes involved?
Common Scenarios:
Most lenders permit reclassification
Some may require an admin fee or loan document update
Important: If your contract doesn’t prohibit vehicle-type changes, your lender cannot block the reclassification.
Insurance & Rental Usage
Will My Personal Insurance Be Affected?
No, as long as you remain the named driver
Drive lah provides trip-specific insurance for all bookings
Your no-claims discount and personal coverage remain unaffected
At Insurance Renewal:
Insurers assess driver profile, car age, and claim history
Most do not ask about vehicle classification
Because Drive lah handles claims, personal policies are generally not impacted
We also partner with insurers who support rental usage:
Tokio Marine
NTUC Income
Can I convert to Z-Type?
Yes, but:
Do not enable PHV feature unless you have commercial insurance
Drive lah does not cover PHV trips
Do I Need Z10 Insurance without Using PHV?
Yes. All vehicles require basic insurance by law, even if PHV is not activated.
Drive lah insurance only applies during Drive lah bookings.
Road Tax & Resale Value
Will Road Tax Change?
No. Road tax depends on:
Engine capacity
Vehicle age
Fuel type
Classification (P, R, or Z) does not affect road tax amount.
Does Reclassification Affect Resale?
No. Vehicle resale value is based on:
Age and condition
Market demand
You can revert to P-type later if you stop renting. Reclassification does not reduce resale value.
Do I Need a PHV Sticker?
- No sticker is required for R10 or R11 vehicles
- A PHV sticker is required for Z10/Z11 only if PHV is enabled