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Driver Claims LED Display Showing "F*** Chinese" Was HACKED

 




A highly controversial incident involving a grey Honda SPADA displaying racially abusive language on its rear LED screen while driving near Woodlands Checkpoint has taken a new turn. The driver, identified as private-hire driver Manam (53), claims innocence, stating that the display was hacked and the offensive message was changed without his knowledge.

The Driver's Defence: Hacking Suspected

The incident went viral after a post on the SGRV Facebook page on Friday (November 21, 2025) showed the Honda SPADA displaying discriminatory language against the Chinese community on Thursday (November 20) in Woodlands Centre Road, prompting public outcry and police reports.

Manam, the driver, spoke to Shin Min Daily News and vehemently denied responsibility:

  • Unaware of Change: He claims the display's pre-set message was "Support Liverpool." He worked from 7:30 pm to 2:00 am that night and noticed nothing unusual until two hours later when a relative sent him the viral video.

  • Hacking Theory: Since the electronic display is controlled by a mobile application that anyone can download, Manam suspects someone "invaded (the system) and changed the text."

  • Self-Correcting Display: He noted that when the engine is restarted after parking, the display automatically reverts to the pre-set text ("Support Liverpool"), which is why he did not see the offensive message when he checked later.

  • Prior Knowledge: Manam believes the text was changed earlier, stating a female passenger he picked up around 9 pm complained directly to the platform TADA after seeing the text, but did not alert him personally.

Denying Racism and Business Conflict

Manam emphasized that he is not a racist, stating, "My neighbors and friends are mostly Chinese." He stressed that as a private-hire driver, the majority of his customers are Chinese, making it illogical for him to intentionally display such a message and "smash his own rice bowl" (jeopardize his livelihood).

Legal Compliance and Investigation

Manam did admit to one wrongdoing: the installation of the LED display on the rear windscreen is illegal.

  • Admission of Fault: "I admit this is my fault. I shouldn't have put an electronic display on the rear mirror."

  • LTA Notification: He confirmed he has received a notice from the Land Transport Authority (LTA) requiring him to bring the car in for inspection.

  • Police Report Filed: Manam confirmed he has filed his own police report regarding the suspected hacking of his display. The police have confirmed they have received the report and the case is under investigation.

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