Five passengers were injured when a modern jeepney overturned on Xiamen Street in Cebu City. Police suspect driver unfamiliarity with the route as a key factor in the late-night accident.
Electric taxis from Vietnam's GSM were spotted in Cebu City as their deployment remains suspended due to opposition from local operators over licensing and traffic concerns.
A public utility jeepney lost its brakes on Cebu Veterans Drive, Nivel Hills, Lahug, Cebu City on January 29, 2026. The driver intentionally crashed into a sidewalk, injuring three passengers but preventing a potentially fatal accident.
A passenger jeepney overturned in Cebu City after losing brakes, injuring three. Driver avoided downhill crash to prevent worse damage. Emergency responders quickly transported victims.
Electric vehicle sales in the Philippines reached nearly 59,000 units last year, with annual growth of 14-15%. CAMPI expresses confidence in continued expansion for 2026.
Two teenage brothers died in a fatal collision with a truck in Tubigon, Bohol, while rushing to pay tuition fees. Police investigation reveals lack of helmets and reckless overtaking as contributing factors.
The Philippine government's assurance of continued funding for the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy program strengthens the electric vehicle ecosystem and investor confidence.
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board-Davao Region reveals Ride It, a local motorcycle taxi app, is applying for Transport Network Company accreditation while its current operations are deemed illegal without a franchise.
Davao City Councilor Temujin Ocampo urges Green GSM Philippines Taxi to consult local government on deploying 500 electric taxis, as LTFRB-Davao reports pending franchise application with three oppositions.
The Land Transportation Office files reckless driving charges and suspends license for 90 days against a driver caught on video swerving dangerously on NAIA Expressway.
Mark Yanson, Carlo Tinsay, and US-based Omar Crespo from Bacolod City made Philippine motorsports history by breaking a 12-year-old front-wheel-drive record at the 2026 National Drag Racing Championship in Clark, Pampanga.
A father and his 10-year-old son perished in a fatal collision involving a motorcycle and a tractor on the National Highway in Toledo City. The driver of the tractor faces charges of reckless imprudence resulting in double homicide.
A 33-year-old French tourist sustained neck and knee injuries when his motorcycle got entangled in a low-hanging communication cable on a road in Alegria, Cebu, prompting an investigation by local disaster officials.
Bacolod-based racers Mark Yanson and Carlo Tinsay, with US tuner Omar Crespo, set a new front-wheel-drive record at the National Drag Racing Championship, highlighting private sector sports support.
Actor Coco Martin joined Toyota's Next Generation Tamaraw roadshow in Cebu during Sinulog 2026, highlighting the vehicle's popularity among local entrepreneurs for its durability and efficiency.
A 34-year-old man died after jumping from a moving minibus in Naga City, Cebu. The driver faces Reckless Imprudence Resulting in Homicide charges. Read the full investigation details.
A 34-year-old man died after jumping from a moving minibus in Naga City. The victim was run over by the vehicle. The driver faces reckless imprudence charges.
Cebu transport operators formally opposed GSM's 600 electric taxi application, citing constitutional violations and traffic. A decision is expected in five days. Read the full story.
Acting DOTr Secretary Giovanni Lopez announces motorists can now present e-licenses during apprehensions and pay fines online. Learn how this digital shift simplifies processes.
Transport groups in Metro Cebu formally oppose GSM Philippines' bid to deploy 600 electric taxis, citing traffic congestion, fleet oversupply, and foreign ownership concerns. Read the full story.
Acting DOTr Sec. Giovanni Lopez confirms e-driver's licenses are valid for traffic apprehensions. Fines can be paid online, aligning with Marcos Jr.'s digitalization push for public convenience.
LTO Central Visayas suspends a driver for 90 days after a video shows him driving with his foot out the window. He faces reckless driving charges and a hearing on January 14.
The Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas suspends a motorist's license for 90 days after a video shows reckless driving with a foot out the window. Learn the charges and consequences.
A 72-year-old man died in a tragic motorcycle accident in Liloan, Cebu. The victim was not wearing a helmet, suffering fatal head injuries. Read the full investigation details.
DOTr Secretary Giovanni Lopez orders LTO to suspend license confiscation for traffic violations. Drivers now have 15 working days to settle cases. Learn the new rules.
A tragic road accident in Toledo City claims the life of Queenie Chelle Laruap. The driver faces charges. Read the full investigation details and safety implications.
The Land Transportation Office begins enforcing a ban on e-trikes and e-bikes on national highways. Many drivers in Metro Manila and Central Luzon were caught unaware. Read about the new rules and regional calls for stricter implementation.
A 25-year-old motorcyclist was injured in Cebu City after swerving to avoid a stray dog. The driver, known as Jeboy, was taken to a nearby clinic for treatment. Read more about the early morning accident.
Cebu taxi operators are ready to buy electric vehicles, asking for a year's grace period before GSM's 600 EV taxi rollout. A local bank offers P30M loans for the transition. Learn more.
Metro Cebu's taxi modernization sparks a conflict between local operators and a Vietnamese EV firm. Will the city's green future leave its long-standing drivers behind? Read the full story.