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Chinese borrowers drown in online lending's 'bottomless pit'

Dec 15, 2019 - 10:40 PM

China's peer-to-peer lending market multiplies from almost nothing in 2012 to become the world's biggest, but so do accusations of bad debts and fraud

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No more free P2P rides for SEA Games spectators on November 30

Nov 28, 2019 - 8:53 PM

Despite earlier commitments, the Philippine Southeast Asian Games Organizing Committee will no longer be providing free rides to opening ceremony spectators

NO FREE RIDES. Spectators will no longer be offered free point-to-point buses to go to the Philippine Arena. Photo by Loreben Tuquero/Rappler

LIST: P2P suspensions for Undas 2019

Oct 27, 2019 - 8:31 PM

Point-to-point bus schedules for the Undas long weekend

P2P UNDAS SCHEDULES. Commuters using the affected routes will need to find alternative modes of transport. Photo by Alanis Banzon/Rappler

Megaworld to launch P2P bus transport hub at Iloilo Business Park

Jul 10, 2019 - 1:45 PM

The P2P bus transport hub at the Iloilo Business Park will have two terminals. Here's what travelers can expect.

LAUNCHING SOON. Megaworld will be bringing in the first premium point-to-point bus services in Western Visayas within the year. Photo from Megaworld

LTFRB suspends P2P service for UV Express to mid-June

Jun 01, 2019 - 1:06 PM

The decision will give way to more consultations with stakeholders who are opposed to the new policy

POINT-TO-POINT. The LTFRB to strictly enforce point-to-point service for UV Express shuttles. File photo by Joel Liporada/Rappler

Commuters 'to suffer more' due to P2P service for UV Express

May 30, 2019 - 4:55 PM

'Senior citizen ka, galing Fairview, pupunta ng PGH. Bababa pa po ba ng Buendia, tapos babalik po, sasakay uli? It's time-consuming,' says transport leader Mar Valbuena

'TIME-CONSUMING.' Transport groups said commuting will only becoming harder due to the stricter P2P service of UV Express shuttles. File photo by Rob Reyes/Rappler

LTFRB to strictly enforce P2P service for UV Express

May 28, 2019 - 1:51 PM

(UPDATED) The LTFRB taps the MMDA to strictly enforce point-to-point service for UV Express shuttles

POINT-TO-POINT. The LTFRB to strictly enforce point-to-point service for UV Express shuttles. File photo by Joel Liporada/Rappler

Grab offers unli P2P bus, jeepney rides in Metro Manila this Christmas season

Dec 15, 2018 - 4:22 PM

The free rides aim to supplement the limited number of cars that can be booked through the app

FREE RIDES. Grab Philippines launches free unlimited bus and jeepney rides for Christmas. Photo from Grab

P2P buses to NAIA from Alabang and Laguna available by November 8

Nov 07, 2018 - 7:00 AM

The new routes to NAIA will have 4 stops: two in Muntinlupa and 2 in Sta Rosa, Laguna

POINT-TO-POINT. The South-NAIA P2P route by UBE Express will start operations on November 8. Photo from Ube Express Facebook page

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Sep 05, 2018 - 9:59 PM

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You can now ride P2P buses from Araneta Cubao to NAIA

Sep 05, 2018 - 12:57 PM

A premium point-to-point bus route from Araneta Center in Cubao, Quezon City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is now operational, only for P100

POINT-TO-POINT. UBE Express launched a point-to-point (P2P) bus from Araneta Center Cubao in Quezon City to NAIA in Pasay. Photo from Araneta Center's FB page

P2P buses not part of EDSA bus ban

Jul 08, 2018 - 5:24 PM

The ban only applies to regular provincial buses, says the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority

PREMIUM BUS. Point-to-point buses are not covered of the provincial bus ban along EDSA. Photo by Alanis Banzon/Rappler

Free train, P2P rides on Independence Day 2018

Jun 11, 2018 - 2:15 PM

(UPDATED) The PNR, MRT3, and LRT Lines 1 and 2 will give free rides on Independence Day during select times. Certain P2P bus routes will also be free.

Victory Liner to launch Clark-Subic, Clark-Dagupan P2P routes

Mar 11, 2018 - 8:40 PM

The bus company will use the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX) and the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) for the new routes

DOTr adding 22 point-to-point bus routes

Jan 11, 2018 - 7:10 PM

The new routes include Pasig (city proper)-Makati, Imus-Makati, Malolos-North EDSA, NAIA-Cubao, and more

FAST AND COMFORTABLE. The point-to-point buses promise faster travel time and a comfortable riding experience for bus commuters. File photo by Joel Liporada/Rappler

WATCH: The P2P bus ride experience

Feb 18, 2017 - 1:30 PM

With entertainment systems a restroom and comfortable seats the premium amenities in the point to point buses draw in passengers looking for a hassle free commute

PREMIUM BUS. Froehlich Tours operates the Trinoma to Glorietta 5 route, a journey of about 14 kilometers. Photo by Alanis Banzon/Rappler

Have you tried the P2P bus yet? It's still a better ride

Feb 11, 2017 - 9:30 AM

From only 3 routes in end 2015 the P2P service has since expanded its routes But for its continued success standards for operators must be maintained

PREMIUM BUSES. Two double decker point-to-point luxury buses are presented to media during the dry run in January 2016. Photo by Joel Liporada/Rappler

#ThewRap: Things you need to know, January 8, 2017

Jan 08, 2017 - 9:39 AM

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Blessing of the Black Nazarene replica in Quiapo, Manila. January 7, 2017. Photo by Rob Reyes/Rappler

Free rides on Jan 8-9 as P2P buses resume services

Jan 07, 2017 - 6:27 PM

Point to point buses are set to resume regular operations on Tuesday January 10

PREMIUM BUS. The two double decker point-to-point luxury buses about to start their route from SM North EDSA in Quezon City to Glorietta 5 in Makati City. File photo by Joel Liporada/Rappler

LTFRB explains suspension of P2P bus service

Jan 07, 2017 - 11:08 AM

LTFRB asks for the understanding of users of the bus service and assures them that it will be restored once Froelich complies with the requirements

NONSTOP SERVICE. The point-to-point buses aim to provide commuters with a comfortable and faster riding experience. Photo from LTFRB

LTFRB suspends point-to-point bus services

Jan 06, 2017 - 11:15 PM

UPDATED On Saturday January 7 P2P Premium Bus System says it will be giving free rides from January 8 to 9 before resuming regular operations on January 10

P2P BUSES. One of Froehlich Tours' point-to-point buses. Screen shot from Facebook.

New premium buses rolling out on October 12

Oct 12, 2016 - 7:00 AM

The 14 double decker buses are part of the premium point to point bus service launched earlier this year

NONSTOP BUS. The point-to-point buses aim to provide commuters with a comfortable and faster riding experience. Photo from LTFRB

Alabang-Makati premium bus route launched

Apr 26, 2016 - 1:20 PM

The third point to point bus route is expected to provide a convenient transportation option for residents living in parts of Cavite and southern Metro Manila

EXPRESS BUS. The point-to-point bus service promises commuters a faster, more comfortable ride. Photo from the DOTC

DOTC, LTFRB launch PWD-friendly premium buses

Feb 18, 2016 - 10:55 AM

The government launches a new class of city premium buses with low floors and foldable ramps for persons with disability

VIP LOUNGE. The two double decker point-to-point luxury buses during dry run at SM North Edsa in January 2016. Photo by Joel Liporada/Rappler

Gov't approves two more premium bus routes

Feb 11, 2016 - 5:35 PM

Commuters from North EDSA to Makati and Ortigas can benefit from new point to point bus routes

FAST AND COMFORTABLE. The point to point buses promise faster travel time and a comfortable riding experience for bus commuters. Photo by Joel Liporada/Rappler

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Jan 07, 2016 - 6:05 PM

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VLOG: Double decker bus offers preview of modern PH bus service

Jan 07, 2016 - 5:40 PM

The P2P service promises faster travel time and a comfortable ride for passengers

Double decker bus dry run: 'Preview' of modern bus system

Jan 07, 2016 - 3:15 PM

The P2P double decker bus holds a dry run along the non stop route from Quezon City to Makati City – a 75 minute trip during rush hour

PREMIUM BUS. The two double decker point-to-point luxury buses hold a dry run on the route from SM North EDSA in Quezon City to Glorietta 5 in Makati City on January 7, 2016. Photo by Joel Liporada/Rappler

Point-to-point buses promise faster, comfy EDSA ride

Jan 06, 2016 - 4:15 PM

A premium bus ride from Quezon City to Makati City takes just 35 to 45 minutes says a gov t official

NONSTOP BUS. The point-to-point buses aim to provide commuters with a comfortable and faster riding experience. Photo from LTFRB