We will only go skin-deep if we view the Grab/Uber-versus-taxicabs controversy as a mere issue of who provides the commuting public with better service. The deep-seated issue is this: Who actually performs the role of the government…
App-based drivers appealed to President Duterte on Friday to intervene and order the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) to lift its yearlong moratorium on the acceptance of franchise applications for vehicles used for app-based transport…
Contrary to Land Transportation Franchising and Regulation Board’s (LTFRB) claim that ride-sharing firms were earning millions of pesos, Grab Philippines said it has been “operating at a loss.” “Grab Philippines does not make a single peso from…
The government has nothing against ride-hailing companies like Grab and Uber as long as they comply with government regulations. “Everyone is welcome to do business in this country as long as they follow the rules. The Duterte…
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) is temporarily putting on hold the July 26 crackdown on Grab and Uber drivers without valid franchises, at least for the next 15 days. On Thursday, the two transport…
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) held a technical working group meeting on Wednesday with transport network companies (TNCs) but stood firm on its decision to push through with its July 26 crackdown on thousands…
Senator JV Ejercito on Tuesday chided the Land Transportation and Franchising Regulatory Board (LTFRB) for implementing a crackdown on Grab and Uber vehicles, which he said “offer far better and more convenient services than regular taxis.” “In…
An extraordinary event occurred this week. Countless Filipino citizens set aside partisan differences to voice their united support for ridesharing in the country— led by Uber and Grab—against a government effort that would ultimately hurt the service,…
The impending crackdown on Grab and Uber drivers without the necessary franchise to operate is worrying thousands of commuters like government worker Karen who fears the directive may affect her dream of becoming a lawyer. Karen, who…
Before the end of the month, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) will start apprehending drivers accredited by ride-hailing companies and impound their cars if they continue to operate as public conveyances without franchises. After…
