{
  "id": 12104396,
  "title": "Petron probes RON95 contamination claims after vehicle complaints",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/petron-probes-ron95-contamination-claims-after-vehicle-complaints",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-05T07:51:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Vibes",
    "slug": "the-vibes",
    "url": "https://www.thevibes.com/articles/uncategorized/128007/petron-probes-ron95-contamination-claims-after-vehicle-complaints"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Petron Malaysia is probing allegations that contaminated RON95 fuel has caused vehicle issues at several northern region petrol stations. The investigation follows social media posts claiming customers experienced difficulties starting their cars after refuelling at a Penang station. However, initial checks by the Penang Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry found no evidence of water or contamination in the storage tanks or fuel dispensing system. Petron stated customer safety and product quality remain top priorities as the company conducts further investigations into the claims.",
  "summary": "PETRON Malaysia is investigating social media claims that contaminated RON95 caused vehicle problems at several northern-region stations, although initial KPDN checks at a Batu Kawan station found no evidence of water or fuel contamination. It said i...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}