The private operator will only handle operations and maintenance
The Department of Transportation clarified over the weekend that the MRT-3's upcoming privatization will only transfer the railway's operation and maintenance duties, with the government retaining asset ownership and fare-setting authority in a public-private partnership. The statement
The operator will be responsible for upgrading service and reliability
Volatile diesel and gasoline prices brought about by the fuel crisis have intensified public sentiment for alternative mobility, particularly public transportation. Amid these calls for better service and reliability, the Department of Transportation is proceeding with the transfer of MRT-3 operations
Ever wanted to go straight from the office on a Friday directly to Baguio for the weekend? Quicker getaways to the City of Pines are now possible with a new accessible and premium route conveniently departing from One Ayala in Makati.In
For the safety of commuters getting on and off the platform
The Department of Transportation has given bus operators using the EDSA Busway a six-month extension to comply with the government agency's EDSA Busway Left-Side Door Policy. The directive requires all buses along the busway to have doors facing the
Three trips headed to NAIA and another three back to Nuvali are available daily
If you live anywhere in Laguna, you probably understand how difficult it can be to commute to the airport. Before the advent of ride-hailing services south of the metro, getting to any of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) terminals would
These are the Bagong Barrio, Monumento, and North Avenue stops
The Department of Transportation recently announced that rehabilitation works on three EDSA Busway stations are finally complete. Commuters can enjoy updated facilities at the North Avenue, Monumento, and Bagong Barrio stops.Like other refurbished stations, these locations now feature wider platforms, better
AltMobility Philippines envisions what more dedicated bus lanes could look like
You may have heard that the Department of Transportation is studying the feasibility of adding busway systems on other major thoroughfares around Metro Manila. Three corridors are reportedly in the running: C5, Quezon Avenue, and Ortigas-Aurora. All of which could "expand
Not sure how much a jeepney, tricycle, or train ride in Metro Manila costs these days? Good news: There's an app for that! With the various transport fare hikes, it's hard to keep track of how much cash you need
Need to catch the last train going home? Or unsure if you'll make your connecting train? Here's a compilation of the hours of operation, train station closing times, and last trips of the LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-
Segments will gradually open across that time period
After a recent site inspection, the Department of Transportation announced that the North-South Commuter Railway will begin partial operations by 2027. According to transportation undersecretary for railways Timothy John Batan, this first phase will open the 27km and seven-station segment
It carries up to 10 passengers, and comes loaded with plenty of modern features
Earlier today, Toyota Motor Philippines previewed the Tamaraw MPUV Class 1 conversion at its Santa Rosa, Laguna manufacturing plant and headquarters. The conversion uses the long wheelbase utility van configuration of the Tamaraw, which received approval to be used as a modernized
The bus service will support trains during rush hour and service disruptions
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has begun preparations for a feasibility study of new bus routes following the stretch of LRT-2 from Antipolo to Manila. The agency compared the concept to the EDSA Busway's setup, with a
Something similar to the EDSA Busway, which serves almost 200,000 commuters daily
Department of Transportation undersecretary Mark Steven Pastor said earlier this week that the agency is preparing to evaluate the feasibility of busway lines on C5, Quezon Avenue, and Ortigas-Aurora. These major thoroughfares were identified by an earlier World Bank-funded study.
The budget includes P5 billion each for service contracting and fuel subsidies
The House of Representatives has officially approved the Department of Transportation's proposed P300.96 billion budget for 2027. As with regular proceedings, the proposal will still need to pass through the Senate and the Office of the President before any funds
Amid public transport operators’ rising operating costs during this fuel crisis
A round of public transport fare hikes is set to take effect today, September 28, 2026. This follows last week's DOTr memorandum directing the LTFRB to lift the suspension of fare hikes put into place in March, around the start of
Great news for commuters and cyclists around the area
Attention, cyclists and commuters in Alabang: The Department of Transportation has just inaugurated an end-of-trip bike facility and three new PUV stops around the district. These new structures are spread throughout Alabang and feature helpful equipment for all road users.
Multiple figures have stated the administration is exhausting all its options
As the public transport sector continues to feel the crunch of the fuel crisis that started in March, the government has reiterated that its support will continue to come in the form of targeted subsidies and initiatives. While Malacañang assures transport
The plan is to build it on a three-hectare GSIS property along Elliptical Avenue
The plan to build a transport hub on a three-hectare property along Elliptical Avenue in Quezon City could be gaining traction again with the submission of an unsolicited proposal by MWM Terminals, a subsidiary of Megawide Corporation and operator of the
According to the agency, the busway served 63 million passengers in 2025
The Department of Transportation has officially requested P1.756 billion in funding for the EDSA Busway's 2027 operations. This comes after the public transport line was given no allocation in the Department of Budget and Management's proposal for next year.
Construction for the station broke ground on September 16
The Metro Manila Subway Project is moving along as construction for the station at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 broke ground on September 16. With the subway's southern terminus on the way, the public can expect the complete line to
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