Among other new safety orders and recommendations
by Billy Caluag
It’s “long overdue,” says LTO chief
Remember when the government said that it will require putting speed limiters in Public Utility Vehicles? It was supposed to be fully implemented way back in 2016, but it seems not much progress was made on it since.Now, the current heads
No to body shaming
In case you missed it, there was a viral incident that saw a jeepney driver telling off a passenger to get off the vehicle. The reason? The passenger's size.The incident was filmed by the commuter herself and she has since
45,000 jobs at risk
In the pre-COVID era, if commuters were in a rush and traffic was terrible, the only 'option,' if you can call it that, were habal-habal or colorum motorcycle taxis. This illegal nature all changed in 2019, when the Land Transportation
The time has come
It's time's up for jeepney operators who have yet to consolidate their units. After years of moving the deadline, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has begun apprehending unconsolidated jeepney units that continue to ply the streets.The
“How can we issue a traffic violation ticket if the users do not possess a license?”
Several government agencies are joining forces to come up with a unified regulation that will govern the use of electric vehicles-especially e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-tricycles-on local roads.Currently, the requirements and restrictions for the operation of electric-
It now has 15 days to present a proof of compliance with the TNVS guidelines
Remember inDrive, the newest ride-hailing service provider to enter the Philippines? Well, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has just ordered a suspension of its operations.According to the LTFRB's official statement, inDrive will remain suspended until it
Catcalling is not a compliment
Ever been harassed, catcalled, or groped while riding public transport? There's a law that protects you from that. While you could air your sentiments on social media, aggrieved passengers can now report incidents of sexual harassment to the "Bawal Bastos" hotline
by Kara Santos
Amid rising fuel prices
In case you missed it, a P4/L price hike for diesel takes effect today, August 8. This marks the fifth consecutive week that diesel prices have gone up.To aid operators and drivers of public utility vehicles (PUVs), the government will
We paid more attention to the points that weren’t discussed than those that were
Earlier today, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. gave his second State of the Nation Address (SONA). We ourselves were keeping a close eye on this year's SONA, as there are currently a lot of issues involving the transport sector.However, Marcos Jr.
Here’s some long-weekend reading for you
The DOJ sets the record straight
Time and again, national government agencies remind its people on what they can and cannot do in the line of duty. If you recall recently, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) reiterated that its marshals and deputized officers are not allowed to confiscate
Good news for commuters
For those struggling to book a ride, there might be some relief in the coming months. That's because the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) will open up to 10,300 Transport Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) slots. That is according
The initial 4,000 slots were filled quickly
With the country mostly relaxing its restrictions on Covid-19, the need for mobility and transport is coming back to pre-pandemic levels. Keen on catering to that demand, Grab Philippines would like an additional 20,000 slots for Transport Network Vehicle
Along with other fare reductions
After the Department of Transportation (DOTr) proposed recently the lowering of public transportation fees, the measure is now official after the government's approval.ABS-CBN News reports that come April, the minimum fare for traditional jeepneys traversing Metro Manila will be
by Jason Tulio
DOTr wants to make it nationwide
The Department of Transport (DOTr) might have mentioned details regarding a certain proposal for public transport vehicles. This comes from the Philippine Star, citing a recent news item from GMA News. The said proposal was aired March 14, 2023.According to the
Transport groups to stage ‘tigil pasada’ starting next Monday
About a week ago, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) announced a new deadline for the total phase out of traditional jeepneys. That date was set for June 30, 2023, following several extensions that the agency gave prior. But despite
Is this the deadliest deadline?
Last February 8, 2023, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) announced that it will extend the deadline for the total phase out of traditional jeepneys to a later date. Prior to that, the agency set the deadline on March 2023
Is this really necessary?
Nobody likes red tape. Well, almost nobody. We reckon there are plenty of fixers out there with business models that rely almost entirely on its existence. But yeah, you get the point.Now, imagine that a single piece of red tape is
by Drei Laurel
In fact, the opposite is happening
Is the demand for ride-hailing dwindling? Apparently, some groups believe so. According to data presented by Grab, though, the situation is quite the opposite.During a media roundtable discussion held by the ride-hailing giant earlier today, officials bared that demand
by Drei Laurel
The grace period was supposed to end by April
It's been years since the PUV Modernization Program (PUVMP) kicked off. The goal was to phase out traditional jeepneys (and other public utility vehicles) that are at least 15 years old and transition to more modern and more eco-friendly units.
