Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro halts the deployment of 600 electric taxis, citing an unfair licensing process. Public consultations set for Jan 5, 2026, will decide the fleet's future. Read more.
The PRC announces 79,696 new licensed teachers passed the 2025 LEPT. Registration for PRC IDs starts January 5, 2026. Read the full results and next steps here.
Davao City halts Green GSM's all-electric taxi fleet for lacking permits. LTFRB says the company was warned. Read about the compliance issues and the future of EV transport in the city.
Cebu taxi operators urge LTFRB to revoke approval for 600 EV taxis from a Vietnamese firm, citing traffic congestion and unfair competition. Deployment set for Dec 19.
Cebu City launches free electric bus service to ease holiday transport crisis. Mayor Archival responds to citizen's plea. Will this fix traffic or hurt jeepney drivers?
A Cebu taxi association challenges the LTFRB's approval of 600 electric vehicle taxis, citing market saturation and procedural issues. Read the full story.
Cebu City launches free electric bus services from Dec 18 to address the 'transport emergency' during the holiday rush. Routes cover Talamban and Bulacao, prioritizing PWDs and seniors.
Cebu City gears up for the Solemnity of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel with free bus rides, traffic rerouting, and a power advisory. Get all the details for July 16.
Davao City halts Green GSM's electric taxi launch for lacking permits. The LGU supports green transport but demands legal compliance. Read the full story.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro opposes the LTFRB's provisional authority for 600 EV taxis in Central Visayas, citing licensing and traffic concerns. A public hearing is set for Dec 23.
Mandaue City is overhauling its investment code to boost competitiveness & attract jobs in EVs, data centers & manufacturing. Local chamber leads reforms amid national uncertainty.
A 10-wheeler wing van carrying snacks plunged into a ravine in Oslob, Cebu. The driver miraculously survived after the vehicle got snagged on trees. Read the full report on the dramatic rescue and traffic aftermath.
A police officer sustained minor injuries after strong floodwaters swept his vehicle off the Transcentral Highway in Balamban, Cebu. Get the full details on the incident.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian pushes for an AI regulatory framework to ensure accountability and combat disinformation. Learn about the risks and the proposed legislative action.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival is uniting taxi operators to set service quality standards after a spike in complaints about overcharging and dirty cabs. The plan focuses on cooperation, not just punishment.
The European Commission opens a formal antitrust investigation into Meta, targeting a new policy that may restrict AI providers' access to WhatsApp. Read the details.
Davao City Government turns over a patient transport and a multipurpose vehicle to the Muslim Affairs Office to enhance community services and emergency response. Learn about the new initiative.
The surge of unregistered e-bikes and e-trikes on Philippine roads demands urgent LTO action. Outdated laws and regulatory confusion fuel safety risks and unfair competition. Read more.
Cebu City Councilor Jun Alcover Jr. authors the Calesa sa Sugbo Ordinance to regulate and preserve the iconic tartanillas. New rules include permits, uniforms, and safety standards.
The LTO suspends the ban on e-bikes and e-trikes on national roads, moving enforcement to January 2026 for a public information drive. Officials cite safety concerns and lack of regulation.
Cebu City Councilor Jun Alcover pushes the 'Calesa sa Sugbo Ordinance' to formalize the tartanilla industry, protect kutseros' livelihood, and preserve this cultural heritage. Learn about the new rules.
Rising car prices and economic worries push Americans to buy used cars and extend loans. The EV market slumps after a key tax credit ends. Discover the full impact on consumer spending.
The LTO announces a ban on light electric vehicles on national highways starting Dec 1, 2025, with impounding operations to begin January 2, 2026. Learn the new rules.
ASH Philippines declares a total vape ban is feasible with government political will. Health advocates fully support DOH's proposal, citing failed regulation and youth targeting. #VapeBan #PublicHealth
The LTO defers impounding e-bikes & e-trikes on national roads until Jan 2, 2026, starting an information campaign on Dec 1. Learn the new safety rules.
A 50-year-old farmer died after falling from an overloaded multicab in Dumanjug. The driver has promised to cover funeral expenses as family declines to file charges.
Metro Cebu implements e-bike and e-trike ban on national roads starting December 1, 2025. Local governments enforce regulations affecting drivers' livelihoods. Learn the new rules.
The Department of Transportation implements nationwide ban on electric bikes and tricycles from major roads starting December 1, 2025. Learn how this affects traffic flow and public safety.
Starting December 1, 2025, e-bikes and e-trikes face nationwide ban on major roads. Learn how this impacts drivers' livelihoods and road safety across the Philippines.
LTO prohibits e-trikes and e-bikes from national highways starting December 1, 2025. New traffic regulation aims to improve road safety in San Fernando and nationwide.