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Philippines Moves to Support Motorcycle Taxis Amid Legal Limbo

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Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon is poised to sign a department order permitting motorcycle taxi companies to continue their operations in the Philippines as the industry awaits legislative action to formalize their legal status. Currently, no law explicitly permits motorcycle taxis on Philippine roads, placing the industry in a challenging position.

 

Motorcycle taxis were initially allowed through a pilot test approved by Congress in 2019 to evaluate their safety and reliability as public transport alternatives. This trial, originally slated for six months, was repeatedly extended as lawmakers deliberated on formal regulations for the sector. However, the pilot officially concluded last year, prompting Dizon to underscore the urgency for a legal framework.

 

Dizon stated that legislative action is essential for a permanent solution, highlighting the Department of Transportation's (DOTr) commitment to collaborating with lawmakers to craft mutually beneficial solutions for riders and commuters. He emphasized that providing more transportation options aligns with President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.'s directive to alleviate commuter challenges, ultimately enabling people to spend more time with their families.

 

Safety remains paramount, and Dizon stressed that motorcycle taxis must adhere to road safety regulations and standards concerning vehicle roadworthiness and driver qualifications.

 

In a supportive move for the industry, Dizon recently paused the implementation of a Land Transportation and Franchising Regulatory Board (LTFRB) decision affecting motorcycle taxi firm Move It. The LTFRB had ordered Move It to significantly downsize its rider fleet, threatening nearly 14,000 jobs. The agency has set a cap of 45,000 on motorcycle taxis in Metro Manila, allocating specific fleet numbers for companies Move It, Angkas, and JoyRide.

 

This interim measure to allow continued operations reflects the DOTr's intention to maintain service availability for commuters while pursuing expedited legislative support for the industry.

 

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