Rappler's latest stories on transportation in Manila
[OPINION] Don't forget the pedestrians
Pedestrians and bikers are second-class road users, partaking only of crumbs from the mobility table
DOTr, San Miguel ink construction deal for Manila International Airport
Groundbreaking for the new airport is set for December
[PODCAST] Laffler Talk: Trapped in traffic
Marami ka bang reklamo sa biyahe? Hindi ka nag-iisa.
DOTr begins France-funded study for Metro Manila cable car system
The French government extends a multimillion-peso grant for the study, with the Department of Transportation expected to identify possible areas in Metro Manila for the implementation of the project
By August 15, no more provincial buses on EDSA during rush hours
Provincial buses will not be allowed to ply EDSA on weekdays from 7 am to 10 am, and from 6 pm to 9 pm
The week in photos: October 14-20, 2017
This week's selection of photo highlights here and around the world
Want fare hike? Improve your services first – LTFRB reminds jeepney drivers
'The riding public expects a better service from the increase of the fare,' says LTFRB chairman Martin Delgra III
Sakay.ph's new app shows MRT congestion levels
Traincheck gives commuters info on how crowded the train stations are and tells them when s the best time to leave
Dry run of 'no window hours' starts October 12
Violators of the new policy will be flagged down but won t be issued tickets during the dry run from October 12 to 14 Strict implementation begins October 17
Tugade clarifies: Traffic problem a 'state of chaos, not a state of mind'
Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade also suggests moving some government offices and factories outside Metro Manila to decongest traffic
Gov't forms inter-agency body to solve Metro Manila traffic
The inter agency body which will follow orders from Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade includes the MMDA PNP Highway Patrol Group LTO and LTFRB
Dept of Transportation unveils plans to ease Metro Manila traffic
The government is focusing its efforts on improving the public transportation system and changing citizens’ driving habits
Getting around Manila through tech-based carpooling
Services like Wunder and uberPOOL indicate that Filipinos are more open to sharing their rides even with complete strangers to get around Manila s congested roads
Uberpool in Manila: Adjusting to the metro's unpredictable traffic
Two weeks since its launch Uber Philippines cites positive feedback from riders but says tweaking the system to make it responsive to Manila traffic is an ongoing challenge
Fixing traffic: Are presidential bets proposals viable for PH cities?
A University of the Philippines professor looks at the candidates proposals and tells Rappler their economic feasibility
VIRAL: 'Crazy' LRT ride
UPDATED Viral videos show the ordeal of passengers as a doorless LRT1 train car moves from station to station LRT management apologizes to the passengers
To solve Metro Manila traffic: Move more people, not cars
To start a serious campaign to solve traffic urban planner Benjamin dela Peña says citizens should keep putting pressure on government to act on the problem
Truck ban begins September 15
Trucks will not be allowed on any Metro Manila roads from 6 am to 10 am and then again from 5 pm to 10 pm This is in anticipation of the Manila leg of the APEC summit
Proposed traffic solutions: Regulate car sales, relocate industries
A congressman renews proposal to sell cars only to those with proof of parking spaces; an ex senator says factories commercial establishments should move to the provinces
#CommuterWatch: 'Choosy' taxi drivers and other transport woes
Netizens weigh in on the MRT problem and the controversy regarding regular taxis and Transport Network Vehicle Services
SONA 2015: MMDA sets alternate roads
Here are the alternate routes motorists can take to avoid road closures for the 2015 State of the Nation Address
Motorcycle riders push for rights, road safety
Did you know that among all motorists motorcycle riders suffer the most harassment from traffic authorities?
'A Walk to Remember': Pedestrians walk for safer roads
The walk raises awareness on pedestrian safety especially for those who live in the city and for drivers who are often not mindful of the harm they can cause when they over speed or disobey traffic rules
Half of EDSA for bikers, pedestrians only on June 28
From Ortigas to SM MOA buses and private cars on EDSA will be limited to 3 out of 5 lanes both on the north bound and south bound sides
'Exorbitant' fee forces hybrid buses out of BGC
The shortened route of Green Frog buses will inconvenience 500 regular bus passengers BGC wants the company to pay P250 for every bus entry
On Facebook? Try MMDA's new carpooling app
Friend Trip MMDA s new carpooling app aims to ease road congestion and reduce air pollution by getting Facebook friends to share rides together
Brake glitch bugs MRT3 rush hour operation
2nd UPDATE A glitch in the track brakes limits MRT3 operations to just the Shaw to Taft route and vice versa for around two hours
Sakay.ph: Making Metro Manila navigable
The developers behind web service Sakay ph aim to combine data and technology to help commuters navigate their way around Metro Manila
Fixing traffic: Jeeps eyed as feeders to bus routes
The transport franchising agency seeks to get jeepneys out of main routes where they cause traffic while carrying less passengers than buses can
Grace Poe: Stop 'insensitive' MRT, LRT fare hike
The senator who has led a probe into the state of the MRT3 says the hike is an ‘added insult and an injustice to the suffering of the riding public’
MRT, LRT fare hikes to take effect January 4
UPDATED The DOTC approves the increase in fares for the 3 major train lines in Metro Manila after several years of deferment
Ruby: MRT, LRT, PNR operations end early Monday
UPDATED Railway services in Metro Manila will be cut short Monday December 8 in anticipation of the arrival of Tropical Storm Ruby Hagupit
Abaya to taxi operators: Uber should make you modernize, innovate
Among the upgrades the transportation chief wants? Booking systems through mobile devices newer and well maintained fleets and highly trained drivers whose identities are disclosed to passengers
Southern provincial buses get 'window' to enter Manila
Between 12 midnight and 4 am from Monday to Sunday buses from Southern Luzon Bicol and the Visayas can drop off and pick up passengers in their Metro Manila terminals
Flooding forces MRT3 into 'provisional' mode
UPDATED Full operations resume several hours later after the flooding between the Buendia and Ayala stations is managed
PNR train derails; No injuries reported
The train going southbound and traversing the line between Sta Mesa and España stations when the last coach was derailed at around 9:30 am
#AnimatED: Problema sa MRT? Rebolusyon ang solusyon!
Meron tayong kalbaryo araw araw Pero nananahimik tayo nagtitiis
MMDA to give free rides during June 19 transport strike
MMDA Chairman Francis Tolentino also encourages commuters to take the Pasig River ferries as alternative mode of transportation
Catch up: The DOTC's race to 2016
Admitting the government had lagged behind in improving the transportation sector the DOTC is now playing catch up
DOTC eyes bus rapid transit, more walkways, car-less cities
Bus rapid transit improved walkways and car less cities are plans that may just see road sharing become a reality in the Philippines
Why I advocate road sharing
The vision of a walkable commutable Metro Manila becomes even more attractive than owning a car
Emergency powers for energy woes? Palace says no talks yet
Malacañang says it will wait for the oral arguments on Meralco s power rate hike in the Supreme Court
Bus plunges off Skyway, lands on van
UPDATED Police confirm 18 fatalities revising an earlier toll of 22 Sixteen other victims were injured and were rushed to nearby hospitals
Manila starts ban on buses without terminals
In line with the city of Manila s resolution the MMDA issues an advisory on alternative routes
No classes in 4 cities due to transport strike
DepEd suspends classes for elementary and high school in Pasay San Juan Parañaque and Quezon City
