The Land Transportation Office (LTO) Bicol has intensified its enforcement efforts to promote road safety and strengthen compliance with Republic Act 4136 and other traffic-related laws. This crackdown aims to reduce road incidents, enhance driver discipline, and warrant adherence to traffic regulations across the region. Coordinated Enforcement Across Provinces In a massive enforcement push, multiple … READ MORE
The passage of a proposed bill to regulate motorcycle taxis in the country could mark a significant step forward in ensuring passenger safety, generating jobs, and improving public transportation services. George Royeca, the Chief Executive Officer of Angkas, the leading motorcycle taxi company, expressed strong support for the measure in a statement released Monday. Royeca … READ MORE
A petition to increase the traditional jeepney fare from ₱13 to ₱15 is under careful review by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB). The proposed hike aims to address the growing concerns of jeepney drivers and operators, but the LTFRB emphasizes the importance of balancing their needs with the welfare of commuters. In … READ MORE
In a significant move to enhance road safety and accessibility, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) MIMAROPA Region, through its Romblon District Office, held a two-day Road Safety Advocacy Program in Santa Fe, Romblon, on January 18-19, 2025. The program aimed to bridge the gap between government services and the community while promoting responsible driving practices … READ MORE
In a concerted effort to enhance road safety and compliance, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) Region 6 successfully conducted an enforcement operation on Boracay Island, Malay, Aklan. The operation, which took place from January 15-18, centered on the strict implementation of the “No Registration, No Travel” policy, a key directive from LTO Chief and Assistant … READ MORE
In a bid to ease traffic congestion across Metro Manila, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has proposed adjusting the working hours of national government offices. The proposed schedule, shifting from the current 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to a 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. arrangement, is now under consideration by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. … READ MORE
On January 21, 2025, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) conducted a major clearing operation targeting sidewalk obstructions in Quezon City and Manila. More than 40 motorists were fined for leaving their vehicles unattended on sidewalks, with 14 vehicles towed and impounded. The operation took place early in the morning, catching many violators off guard. … READ MORE
Road safety may soon become a classroom topic if Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) mentor Edison “Bong” Nebrija’s proposal gains traction. On January 17, Nebrija, who leads the MMDA Traffic Education Division’s Training Section, suggested that road safety be integrated into school curriculums, describing it as a important “life skill” for the youth. “If we … READ MORE
The Land Transportation Office (LTO), under the leadership of Assistant Secretary Atty. Vigor D. Mendoza II, has issued a directive to all regional directors to ensure the complete distribution of tricycle license plates by April 30, 2025. This move marks a significant milestone in the agency’s ongoing efforts to eliminate plate backlogs and curb unauthorized … READ MORE
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has summoned the driver of a vehicle involved in an accident that injured a traffic enforcer in Sta. Maria, Bulacan. The incident, which occurred on January 14, 2025, was captured on video and quickly went viral on social media, sparking public concern over road safety. The Incident in Detail According … READ MORE