Tag: road safety
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Benhur Abalos Jr. Designated as Road Safety Advocate by Leading Motorcycle Organizations
To enhance road safety for motorcycle and three-wheeler riders, two prominent organizations have named former Interior Secretary and Mandaluyong City Mayor Benhur Abalos Jr. as their new ‘Ambassador for Road Safety.’ The Motorcycle Philippines Federation, alongside the Motorcycle Road Safety Warriors, acknowledged Abalos, a current senatorial candidate for the administration, for his significant contributions to…
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Nationwide Retraining for LTO Enforcers After Bohol Incident
In a decisive move, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has mandated a comprehensive refresher course for all enforcers across the country. This decision comes in the wake of a recent incident in Panglao, Bohol, where five LTO officers were involved in a controversial action that went viral online. LTO Chief Vigor Mendoza II emphasized the…
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Cebu City Mayor Orders Removal of Hazardous BRT Lane Dividers
Cebu City Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia has issued a directive to the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project contractor to dismantle the rubber lane dividers on Osmeña Boulevard. These dividers, intended to separate the BRT lanes from those for private vehicles, have been linked to eight accidents involving motorcyclists. During a visit on February 12,…
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LTO Strips License from Survivor of Deadly ‘Superman’ Stunt on Marilaque Highway
In a decisive move, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has revoked the driver’s license of Rico Akmad Buyawan, the survivor of a fatal ‘Superman’ motorcycle stunt on the Marilaque Highway. The stunt, which occurred on January 26 in Barangay Cuyambay, Tanay, Rizal, resulted in the death of motovlogger John Louie Arguelles and injuries to several…
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Angkas CEO Praised for Accountability in Cainta Road-Blocking Incident
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) commended Angkas CEO George Royeca for his accountability and cooperation in the investigation of a road-blocking incident in Cainta, Rizal. The event, which occurred on February 2, 2025, involved Angkas riders blocking an intersection to allow a motorcade to pass, despite a red light. The incident was captured on a…
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Kennon Road Limited to Light Vehicles February 12-14, DPWH Announces
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in the Cordillera region has announced that Kennon Road will be accessible only to light vehicles from February 12 to 14, 2025. This restriction comes as a result of scheduled road surface corrections along a temporary bypass section of the road, specifically between K0223+010 and K0223+126 in…
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Baguio City Urges Vehicle Safety Checks After 109 Accidents Recorded
Baguio City’s police force is emphasizing the critical need for vehicle safety checks following a series of accidents, totaling 109 incidents since the start of the year. A recent collision between a taxi and a public utility jeepney in Barangay Bakakeng resulted in injuries to at least 22 individuals, highlighting the urgency of the issue.…
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LTO and Legacy College of Compostela Launch Free Driving Education Program
MANILA – In a move to enhance road safety education, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has teamed up with the Legacy College of Compostela (LCC) in Davao de Oro. This collaboration, part of the SAFE schools initiative, offers free driving lessons and permits to students and faculty members of the college. LTO chief Assistant Secretary…
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LTO and Compostela College Launch Free Driving Education Program
MANILA – In a move to enhance road safety education, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has teamed up with Legacy College of Compostela (LCC) in Davao de Oro. This collaboration, part of the SAFE schools initiative, offers free driving lessons and permits to students and faculty members of the college. LTO chief Assistant Secretary Vigor…
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Permanent Police Deployment on Marilaque Highway to Boost Safety
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has committed to a permanent police presence along Marilaque Highway, a favored spot for motorists and leisure riders, to improve safety and maintain order. This decision was announced during a Senate hearing on February 3, 2025, where PNP officials detailed their strategy to curb reckless driving and enhance road discipline.…
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