Those lights are a danger to other road users
by Billy Caluag
*At least once a week
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) will be facing a big reality check, as acting secretary Giovanni Lopez has obligated select officials to commute from their homes to their offices.Starting Wednesday, September 17, these officials will need to use public transportation once
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Giovanni Lopez will take the reins of the transportation department
On September 2, 2025, the leadership of the Department of Public Works and Highways was officially turned over to Vince Dizon, succeeding Manuel Bonoan. And today, Dizon has handed the reins of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to Giovanni 'Banoy' Lopez, a
by Billy Caluag
Come on, guys
If you keep up with the Facebook pages of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Land Transportation Office (LTO), you'd notice that a concerning number of show-cause orders are issued to irresponsible and reckless motorists, on what feels like
by Billy Caluag
The cashless turnstiles went active just last week
It has been a full week since the cashless turnstiles on the MRT-3 train line became operational, and already, it seems there are some issues-birthing pains, hopefully.Many commuters have experienced unsuccessful transactions when using the cashless turnstiles to tap
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From North Avenue to Taft
All MRT-3 stations, from North Avenue to Taft Avenue, are now equipped with free Wi-Fi, as announced by the Department of Transportation and the Department of Information and Communications Technology.The duo opened the network from the Ayala Station, where
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Stay safe, everyone
In case you need to evacuate or evade a flooded area, the Department of Transportation, with the support of the Philippine Coast Guard and the Philippine Port Authority, has deployed several buses and trucks to shuttle affected citizens.There are currently four
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To aid citizens affected by heavy rains and flooding
The Department of Transportation has announced that the LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3 train lines will be implementing a fare relief today, July 21, 2025, starting 12nn. This is to help Metro Manila citizens avoid and evacuate from floods and
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Available until 2028
The MRT and LRT lines now offer 50% discounts on fare tickets to senior citizens and PWDs. The train systems previously offered the discount to just students, but today President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Department of Transportation announced that the promotion
by Billy Caluag
At least from Valenzuela to Camp Aguinaldo
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has announced that his administration will aim to operationalize the Metro Manila Subway by 2028. This statement was made while he was inspecting the tunnels by the Camp Aguinaldo station of the subway project.There, he mentioned that
by Billy Caluag
In a new end-to-end online system
The eGovPH app now has a complete, end-to-end online driver's license renewal system. Launched by the Department of Transportation, Land Transportation Office, and the Department of Information and Communications Technology, the online system should be more accessible as it
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NLEX Corporation is now investigating the incident
NOTE: The photo above was taken back in March 2025.After almost three months, another overheight truck has crashed into the Marilao Interchange Bridge on NLEX. You may recall the first crash that took place in March earlier this year, which caused
by Billy Caluag
An arrested suspect was presented as the agencies made the warning
The Department of Transportation, Land Transportation Office, and the Philippine National Police held a joint press conference yesterday, May 22, 2025, to issue a stern warning to fixers and online scammers who sell fake or illegally obtained identification cards.Speaking specifically in
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Or, to even match the insurance policies of PUVs
The Department of Transportation has been prompted to study new and increased insurance policies for private vehicles by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.Marcos was previously called upon by the Alliance of Transport Operators and Drivers Association of the Philippines (ALTODAP) to overhaul
by Billy Caluag
Automatic 90-day suspensions can be given to reported motorists
The Department of Transportation and the Land Transportation Office will be handing out 90-day suspensions to motorists who are caught violating road safety laws on social media.This aggressive course of action was prompted after some content creators went viral for
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As stated in Department Order. 2025-008
The Department of Transportation is now officially requiring PUV drivers, including motorcycle taxi riders, to undergo regular drug and alcohol testing. Department Order. 2025-008 was issued on May 5, 2025, and outlines the frequency and scope of this new mandate.On
by Billy Caluag
DOTr also called for a meeting with several bus operators
The Department of Transportation (DOTr), through the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), has issued an immediate suspension order for Solid North Transit. DOTr secretary Vince Dizon announced separately that all Solid North Transit operations are now suspended.Earlier today, the
by Billy Caluag
The increased rates have kicked in, as of April 2, 2025
As of Wednesday, April 2, 2025, LRT-1 fares will start at P20 for Single Journey tickets and P16 for Stored Value cards. The fare hike was approved earlier this year on January 30, 2025.According to the Department of Transportation, the
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The current MRT-3 general manager has also been relieved of his post
Secretary Vince Dizon of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) has advised the MRT-3 management to look into extending the train line's operating hours. Along with that, the official has also suggested adding more trains during peak hours to accommodate the
by Billy Caluag
Will it solve the backlog issue, especially for motorcycles?
New Department of Transportation (DOTr) secretary Vince Dizon has just been appointed to his post, and he recently hosted a briefing with the press to share his initial plans for the agency moving forwad.During the press conference, Dizon was asked if
Opening the EDSA Busway to ordinary motorists was also proposed
