Dashboard Toys in Malaysia
During my six years living in Kuala Lumpur (KL), I quickly noticed an endearing local custom- Malaysians love to decorate their car dashboards. The creativity and variety of these decorations captured my attention, and this fascination sparked the idea for my ongoing project – Car Dashboards. Whether I’m walking around with my camera or simply commuting, I always keep an eye out for interesting dashboards to document.
If you’re intrigued by this post and want to see more, here’s another collection of dashboard photos.
Car Dashboard Inspiration
Looking for ideas to spruce up your vehicle dashboard? KL has a wealth of inspiration. Here are some of the most common characters and items I’ve noticed and photographed:
Flag of Malaysia – Particularly during Independence Day, you’ll see these proudly displayed.
Blue face mask – A new, yet increasingly common sight, often hung from rear-view vision mirrors.
Religious statues – Malaysia’s diverse ethnic groups contribute to an array of spiritual figures adorning dashboards.
Smiling plastic ram toy – My personal favourite, perched on a spring, adding a cheerful vibe to the dashboard.
