Beginning April 7, a new policy by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) requires ride-hailing companies and operators to shoulder the cost of the 20% fare discount for senior citizens, students, and persons with disabilities (PWDs)—a move set to ease the long-standing burden on ride-hailing drivers. What the New Policy Says Under Memorandum … READ MORE
If you’re planning to drive around Metro Manila this Holy Week, take note: April 17 (Maundy Thursday) and April 18 (Good Friday) have been declared regular holidays, and most major malls will either close completely or reduce operating hours. While that may sound like a break from the usual traffic build-up, changes in mall schedules … READ MORE
President Ferdinand Marcos has approved several new laws aimed at improving land transportation services in the Philippines. Signed on March 14, 2025, the legislation creates and upgrades Land Transportation Office (LTO) district offices across the country, marking a major step in strengthening local access to essential transport services. These laws were officially published in the … READ MORE
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) took a major step toward modernizing public transportation with the introduction of a fully electric vehicle from Global Electric Transport (GET) Philippines. The demonstration was held at the LTO main office, with Chief Assistant Secretary Atty. Vigor D. Mendoza II leading the event. A Vision for Modern, Eco-Friendly Transport Atty. … READ MORE
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) and the Department of Transportation (DOTr) have pledged to end the long-standing license plate backlog that has affected millions of Filipino motorists since 2014. LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Atty. Vigor D. Mendoza II announced that this challenge will finally be resolved within 2025, bringing much-needed relief to vehicle owners across … READ MORE
The Department of Public Works and Highways – National Capital Region (DPWH-NCR) has announced a major rehabilitation of Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), set to commence by the end of March 2025. The project, which will be implemented in segments, aims to improve road conditions without causing a total shutdown of Metro Manila’s busiest … READ MORE
Land Transportation Office (LTO) Chief Assistant Secretary Atty. Vigor D. Mendoza II has mandated refresher courses for all LTO enforcers across the country. The decision comes after a viral video showed five enforcers allegedly manhandling a motorcycle rider in Panglao, Bohol. “This incident calls for a deeper and systematic approach to ensure it does not … READ MORE
The Department of Public Works and Highways – South Manila District Engineering Office (DPWH-SMDEO) is set to begin rehabilitation work on damaged southbound lanes of Roxas Boulevard. The project, spanning from Quirino Avenue to Vito Cruz, will commence on February 26, 2025, and is expected to be completed by November 17, 2025. The rehabilitation aims … READ MORE
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has halted the planned implementation of cashless toll payments in major expressways across Luzon. This includes the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) and South Luzon Expressway (SLEX), where the policy was set to take effect on March 15. The announcement was made by newly appointed DOTr Secretary Vince Dizon during a … READ MORE
Metro Manila is set to experience a major upgrade in traffic management as the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) partners with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) for a groundbreaking technical cooperation project. The initiative aims to integrate Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) to ease congestion and modernize the city’s road network. During a ceremony at … READ MORE