E-Bikes & E-Trikes Banned on Major Metro Manila Roads from April 15

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