Singapore Motor Cycle Trade Association was approved by the registry of Societies and founded on September 9, 1970. Its official founding date is January 2, 1971.
Why was the Singapore Motor Cycle Trade Association founded?
After the Second World War, Singapore's economy developed gradually and its population increased unceasingly. This trend boosted the demand for vehicles. Motorcycles and scooters which were cheap and convenient means of transportation thereby became great in demand.
According to statistics collected in 1970, there were more than 200 motorcycle and scooter shops then. Some of there imported their own vehicles directly from the manufacturers and some exported spare parts to neighboring countries as well.
The springing-up of motorcycle business gave rise to competition. In addition, the authorities concerned imposed various regulations, some of which were disputable.
Under these circumstances, to promote unity and cordial contacts among fellow businessmen to study and solve the common problems in the trade and to effectively advance national transport, our forerunners founded the Association 30 years ago.
The Committee of the Association was chaired by Mr. Lim Kim Guan of Hong Guan Motor Pte Ltd and Mr. Robert Tan Bee Chuan of Ban Hock Hin Co Pte Ltd as its Secretary and Mr. Lee Seng Choa of Ying Tong Motor Co as its Treasurer.