Philippines grants provisional authority to hundreds of ride-hailing vehicles
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The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) in the Philippines granted provisional authority to 638 transport network vehicle service (TNVS) vehicles operating under “tempo” status.
These vehicles were onboarded by transport network companies without prior LTFRB approval, a practice known within the industry. The LTFRB began accepting applications for regularization of these units on October 8, with a 30-day application window. To receive provisional authority, vehicle owners must pass a roadworthiness test at an LTFRB-accredited inspection center.
The LTFRB asked transport network companies to continue using these vehicles and help drivers complete the requirements. Greg Pua Jr., acting chairperson of the LTFRB, stated the agency’s goal is to allow drivers to keep their jobs and income, as many support their families. The LTFRB received applications from 9,036 vehicles and scheduled hearings for 638 of them as of Sunday.
