More Leeway for Jeepneys in PUVMP

DOTr to push PUV modernization forward

THE Department of Transportation (DOTr) has assured Filipinos that the Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) modernization program would push through, but it emphasized the need to strengthen support for cooperatives that have already consolidated, as well as groups struggling to pay the monthly installments for their modern jeepney units. The PUV Modernization Program aims to overhaul the Philippines' aging public transportation system by phasing out ol…

More leeway for jeepneys in PUVMP

Jeepney drivers and operators struggling to catch up with the public utility vehicle modernization program  will be provided more leeway, Malacañang said yesterday.

Palace: PUV modernization stays, but timeline under review

Malacañang has reiterated its commitment to continuing the Public Transport Modernization Program, but acknowledged the need to better prepare drivers and operators before proceeding further.**media[16974]**File photoCommunications Undersecretary Claire Castro said this after Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon admitted that implementing the program, formerly known as the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program, is "not viable" under its c…