The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced a crackdown on e-bikes and e-trikes on major thoroughfares in Metro Manila starting April 15th.
Here's a breakdown of the key points:
- Enforcement Starts April 15: The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will begin apprehending violators on this date.
- Information Dissemination: The MMDA plans an awareness campaign before enforcement starts.
- Roads Covered: At least 19 major thoroughfares are initially included, with LGUs potentially adding more. (See list below)
- Reason for Ban: The ban aims to address growing road safety concerns due to e-bikes and e-trikes.
- Exemptions: Pedal-assisted e-bikes may still be allowed on designated bike lanes on major roads.
Classifications and Regulations Under Discussion
- The Metro Manila Council (MMC) and MMDA are working on further regulations for e-bikes and e-trikes.
- Issues being considered include classifications of these vehicles and designated use areas.
- Registration and driver's license requirements are also being discussed by the Land Transportation Office (LTO).
Not a New Restriction
- The MMDA clarifies that a 2020 memorandum already prohibited e-bikes and e-trikes on national roads and major thoroughfares.
Focus on Regulation, Not Ownership
- The MMDA emphasizes that the goal is not to eliminate e-bikes and e-trikes entirely.
- They aim to regulate their use to improve road safety. Concerns include minors driving e-trikes on major roads.
Impounding and Penalties
- Riders with driver's licenses will likely receive citations for violations.
- Unregistered e-trikes with unlicensed drivers may be impounded.
- Fines for those who will violate the prohibition will be PHP 2,500.
LTO Considering E-Bike/Trike Regulations
- The LTO is holding consultations regarding registration and driver's license requirements for e-bikes and e-trikes.
List of Major Roads with Initial Ban (as of March 11, 2024):
- C1: Recto Avenue
- C2: Pres. Quirino Avenue
- C3: Araneta Avenue
- C4: EDSA
- C5: Katipunan/CP Garcia
- C6: Southeast Metro Manila Expressway
- R1: Roxas Boulevard
- R2: Taft Avenue
- R3: Osmeña Highway (South Superhighway)
- R4: Shaw Boulevard
- R5: Ortigas Avenue
- R6: Magsaysay Blvd./Aurora Blvd
- R7: Quezon Ave./Commonwealth Ave
- R8: A. Bonifacio Ave.
- R9: Rizal Ave.
- R10: Del Pan/Marcos Highway/McArthur Highway
- Elliptical Road
- Mindanao Avenue
- Marcos Highway
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