We didn’t see this coming
by Lije Martin
The private operator will only handle operations and maintenance
The Department of Transportation clarified over the weekend that the MRT-3's upcoming privatization will only transfer the railway's operation and maintenance duties, with the government retaining asset ownership and fare-setting authority in a public-private partnership. The statement
by Angelo Nieto
The operator will be responsible for upgrading service and reliability
Volatile diesel and gasoline prices brought about by the fuel crisis have intensified public sentiment for alternative mobility, particularly public transportation. Amid these calls for better service and reliability, the Department of Transportation is proceeding with the transfer of MRT-3 operations
by Angelo Nieto
Segments will gradually open across that time period
After a recent site inspection, the Department of Transportation announced that the North-South Commuter Railway will begin partial operations by 2027. According to transportation undersecretary for railways Timothy John Batan, this first phase will open the 27km and seven-station segment
by Billy Caluag
Something similar to the EDSA Busway, which serves almost 200,000 commuters daily
Department of Transportation undersecretary Mark Steven Pastor said earlier this week that the agency is preparing to evaluate the feasibility of busway lines on C5, Quezon Avenue, and Ortigas-Aurora. These major thoroughfares were identified by an earlier World Bank-funded study.
by Angelo Nieto
The budget includes P5 billion each for service contracting and fuel subsidies
The House of Representatives has officially approved the Department of Transportation's proposed P300.96 billion budget for 2027. As with regular proceedings, the proposal will still need to pass through the Senate and the Office of the President before any funds
by Billy Caluag
Great news for commuters and cyclists around the area
Attention, cyclists and commuters in Alabang: The Department of Transportation has just inaugurated an end-of-trip bike facility and three new PUV stops around the district. These new structures are spread throughout Alabang and feature helpful equipment for all road users.
by Billy Caluag
According to the agency, the busway served 63 million passengers in 2025
The Department of Transportation has officially requested P1.756 billion in funding for the EDSA Busway's 2027 operations. This comes after the public transport line was given no allocation in the Department of Budget and Management's proposal for next year.
by Billy Caluag
This is the North-South Commuter Railway’s third eight-car trainset
The third eight-car trainset for the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) has arrived in the Philippines and is currently undergoing its importation process through the Bureau of Customs. The new trainset was purchased from the Japan Transport Engineering Company and Sumimoto
by Lije Martin
The official hearing is set for July 9
On July 1, 2026, the Department of Transportation, through the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), issued show-cause orders (SCO) to 34 PUV operators due to their failure to serve the commuting public.The accused operators were seen at a
by Billy Caluag
103 stops will be built nationwide with lighting, seats, and charging stations
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) presented one of its newly built modern public utility vehicle stops in Marikina City on its official Facebook page. The DOTr has announced the construction of 103 modern PUV stops nationwide in addition to the 24 stops
by Lije Martin
The new lanes run along McArthur Highway and FilAm Friendship Highway
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has set up 11km of new bike lanes in Angeles City, Pampanga as part of its expansion of active transport infrastructure in the Philippines. These bike lanes are classified as Class 2 cycleways, having clearly painted pavement
by Angelo Nieto
PUV operators can save up to P5-M over the next three months
Starting today, May 18, the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) will be waiving terminal fees for PUVs. This initiative will run for three months, and was announced last week by the Department of Transportation (DOTr.)All PUVs that stop at PITX
by Angelo Nieto
Including electric buses, ferries and more
As fuel prices continue to remain unstable due to the ongoing Middle East crisis, commuters need to consider more affordable transport options compared to using private cars or ride-hailing services.Currently, Filipino commuters can take advantage of a 50% general fare
by Kara Santos
Bus drivers will get P100/km, modern PUV operators P40/km, and jeepney drivers P30/km
On April 15, 2026, the Philippine government's Net Service Contracting Program will take effect to support around 15 million commuters and 1,000 transportation operators. The nationwide initiative will cost P1 billion, with P800 million allocated for 823 road-based routes,
by Billy Caluag
Take note and plan accordingly for the upcoming holiday break
The Deparment of Transportation has made an announcement on the operating schedule of train lines for Holy Week this year. With much of the country taking the holiday to stay home (in no small part due to the fuel crisis) and with
by Angelo Nieto
Every little bit helps, given the current fuel prices
Last week, toll operators announced they would be implementing discounts for public utility vehicles and cargo trucks. This is in light of a directive from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to the Department of Transportation to secure cost-saving opportunities for the transport
by Angelo Nieto
It will cut travel time from Skyway-Buendia to Port Area to just 25-30min
To motorists who regularly drive to the Port Area in Manila City and take the northern or southern expressways, the Department of Transportation and Department of Public Works and Highways have good news for you.The agencies have announced that the Skyway
The driver will need to explain their actions to the DOTr
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has issued a show-cause order on a driver who was seen illegally overtaking other vehicles on a two-lane street. In a video circulating online, a white SUV attempted to get past two tricycles by swerving
by Billy Caluag
The 3,160sqm facility is located in Barangay Tunasan
Remember last month when we wrote about a new public space designed to educate kids on road safety? It's now officially open and will hopefully lead to more similar facilities in the country.The Muntinlupa Road Safety Park was inaugurated on
The statement was made concerning a recent incident
In a statement issued by the Department of Transportation, secretary Giovanni Lopez wrote that on-duty ambulances are authorized to use the EDSA Busway. Lopez was prompted to reiterate the department's November 2023 policy after an ambulance carrying a cancer patient
by Billy Caluag
