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
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has announced the commencement of the application period for special permits for public utility buses (PUBs) in preparation for the upcoming Holy Week. The application window will open on February 24, 2025, and close on March 7, 2025. These special permits will be valid from April 13 … READ MORE
The Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) has announced that starting March 15, 2025, all vehicles using expressways must have a valid Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) Device or Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) sticker. This move aims to reimplement cashless and contactless transactions on all toll expressways, enhancing efficiency and reducing congestion. Purpose of the Policy The primary … READ MORE
Baguio City motorists and commuters should prepare for temporary road closures from February 21 to 23, 2025, as the city celebrates the much-anticipated Panagbenga Grand Street Dancing and Floral Float Parade. The Baguio City Police Office (BCPO) has released a traffic advisory detailing the affected areas and alternate routes to ensure the smooth flow of … READ MORE
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is steering the country’s transportation system away from its long-standing dependence on private cars. Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Vivencio “Vince” Dizon confirmed this initiative during a Palace press conference on Friday, emphasizing the need for a shift toward mass transit and pedestrian-friendly urban spaces. Dizon acknowledged that the current system … READ MORE