Articles about Traffic

A good move by the agency

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is about to make some huge changes regarding its operations: Several of its traffic enforcers will soon begin wearing bodycams.The agency recently held a meeting with transport groups, motorcycle organizations, members of the media, and

Don't give in to anger

Picture this: You're driving along, having a morning coffee and vibing to some tunes. Suddenly, the guy behind you pulls out into oncoming traffic, cuts back in front of you, and slams on their brakes to make a turn. You hit

Here’s some long-weekend reading for you

This includes government vehicles

We know traffic has gotten pretty bad these days-perhaps even worse than the situation pre-pandemic-so it's no surprise that we're all just trying to avoid all the gridlocks whenever we're out and about.We should all

Just a feel-good update to start the week

We had quite the end to the week on Friday, as a horse on the loose was spotted on North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), right between San Fernando and San Simon in Pampanga. We shared footage of it on Facebook and the post

Two-way traffic will be observed on Conrado Street

Motorists of Mandaluyong City, take note: Manila Water will be conducting pipe laying and road construction along F. Blumentritt Street starting next week, and there will be imminent traffic changes in the area.The local government unit will impose a one-way

No demerit points for now

As you know by now, the single ticketing system pilot program was rolled out on May 2, 2023. The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) says implementation has since been smooth. With that, it will only be a matter of time before all

’Twas a busy start to May

That soon, huh

It's all over the news today-the pilot implementation of the single ticketing system in Metro Manila has just begun. As it stands, seven cities are now using this new system for traffic enforcement.What about the other cities and municipalities,

Heads up, motorists

In case you guys missed it-but we doubt many of you did-the implementation of the new single ticketing system in Metro Manila has begun.If you're still unfamiliar, the single ticketing system harmonizes all the local laws on traffic

It’s a big deal, indeed

The single ticketing system for the National Capital Region (NCR) is a huge deal for Metro Manila's traffic system. First planned out in the early-'90s, it is finally coming into reality after the Metro Manila mayors approved its implementation during

Good for a 15.55% year-on-year increase

Traffic in Metro Manila reset when COVID-19 hit. But in the months since the major lockdowns, gridlock have increasingly gone worse-actually, traffic didn't even take long to go back to pre-pandemic levels.But EDSA isn't the only

Motorists are advised to take alternate routes

Heads up, motorists in Manila City. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will be conducting road reblocking and rehabilitation on Blumentritt Street from April 14 to May 12, 2023.The first part of the roadworks which is scheduled from April

SLEX, Skyway Extension, NAIAX—you name it

The uber-long weekend's finally over, and it's back to reality once again. For many of us, it means we're back to dealing with grueling Metro Manila traffic.Actually, we didn't have to wait long for that. From

A look at the changes on the thoroughfare

The exclusive motorcycle lanes on Commonwealth Avenue have been the talk of the town recently, especially for those who live on that side of the metro. After the dry run, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has now officially begun the full

Heads up

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) recently began the dry run of the exclusive motorcycle lanes on Commonwealth Avenue. The said run was supposed to end on Sunday, March 19, but the agency has extended it for another week.The extension will

The MMDA recently met with 1 Rider Party List to discuss the initiative

Late last year, the Metro Manila Council 'approved in principle' the proposed plan to put up exclusive motorcycle lanes on Commonwealth Avenue. Now, it appears those plans are about to be put into motion.The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) recently met

The LGU is testing a new traffic scheme to eliminate bottlenecks in the area

Motorists who pass through Elliptical Road in Quezon City regularly, take note of the new traffic scheme that the Quezon City Government is now testing.The LGU has announced that the middle lanes of East Avenue merging into Elliptical Road will be

Always buckle up for safety!

There is a saying that goes, 'The law applies to all, otherwise, none at all'. Whether it's a private individual or a civil servant, the rules of the land must be respected by all. Unfortunately, we don't always see that

What an alarming number

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has been continuously cracking down on road obstructions along Mabuhay Lanes over the past few weeks, and if the agency's recent photos are anything to go by, they've been doing a pretty impressive job.