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PUVMP update: LTO, MMDA, PNP begin intense crackdown on unconsolidated jeepneys, PUVs

The PUVMP continues to be pushed forward by the LTFRB. As it stands, and as part of the Modernization Program, the consolidation deadline for PUVs - ...

Great idea? – Open EDSA Bus Lane for all vehicles during “off-peak hours” to reduce traffic

A new idea from former Deputy Speaker Lito Atienza involves the EDSA Bus Lane being opened during "off-peak" hours to all types of vehicles and ...

No clear end to EDSA busway Violations – guess how many apprehensions from Jan-May 9, 2024

On its part, the government has kept EDSA busway violation apprehensions steady and steadfast. That said, continuous apprehensions mean that ...

LTO wants discipline, promises more enforcer presence to prevent abuse of traffic rules and laws

From hereon, we can safely assume (and expect) that more LTO enforcers will be seen along our roadways. The apparent lack of discipline pushed the ...

Important PUVMP update: Unconsolidated PUVs have until April 30 to operate

There is no stopping the PUVMP, more formally known as the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program. The LTFRB has given deadline extensions and ...

MMDA enforcer victim of alleged drunk driver, injured by motorist he was apprehending

We'd think that as an MMDA enforcer and being an element of the law are reasons enough to not be victims of being hit (on purpose?), right? Given the ...

It’s 2024, and it’s time that RA 11313, the Safe Spaces Act, is properly observed and enforced

The Safe Spaces Act or, more properly, Republic Act 11313, has been around for a very long time now. It's been around since 2018. Six years hence, ...

PUVMP: What happens now that LTFRB deadline for PUV Consolidation has lapsed after Dec. 31?

The PUVMP has long been a hot issue both from the public transportation sector and for the government, specifically for the Land Transportation ...

MMDA releases new list of vehicles that can legally use the EDSA Busway as of Nov. 14, 2023

Much hullabaloo was involved with the EDSA Busway last week. From implementation and enforcement of new fines and penalties to apprehending stubborn ...

MMDA quickly places NTFSOU Head Bong Nebrija on 15-30 day preventive suspension

We all know of the “exploits” of the MMDA  New Task Force Special Operations Unit's (NTFSOU) head honcho, Col. Edison “Bong” Nebrija. From clearing ...

EDSA Bus Lane Violators: Fail to pull over, that’s PHP 20K and a 1-year Driver’s License suspension

Today is the day that EDSA Bus Lane Violators will start paying much heftier fines and penalties for their, err, transgressions. That being ...

MMDA implementation of higher fines for exclusive EDSA Bus Lane violations starts on Nov. 13, 2023

Sweet potatoes of the 2- and 4-wheel (or more) variety beware! If you get caught violating the EDSA Bus Lane, you're in for a pretty big fine, and ...

MMDA implements higher fines for violating exclusive EDSA Bus Lane, minimum PHP 5K

The majority of the public's clamor to solve the problem of motorists violating the EDSA Bus Lane includes the suggestion of higher fines and ...

“Temporary” PHP 1.00 increase in traditional and modern jeepney fare will be implemented on Oct. 8

Given the recent hikes in fuel prices, the LTFRB has likewise approved an increase in jeepney fares. Following the clamor of numerous transport ...

LTO reinforces MMDA constables in all out assault against EDSA Bus Lane violators

There is strength in numbers, and to effectively apprehend traffic violators, the LTO will be deploying its own enforcers to help the MMDA constables ...

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