Third time’s a charm? After it was denied to enter the Philippine market early this year, Indonesian ride-hailing platform Go-Jek reportedly resubmitted its application in its bid to break Grab’s virtual monopoly. Previously rejected due to the country’s strict foreign ownership rules, Nikkei reports that Go-Jek secured a partnership with Zalora, a local e-commerce giant […]
Giving LRT-1 riders all the info they need in one app To improve the overall commute experience of its LRT-1 riders, the Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) launched the ikotMNL app. Available for both Android and iOS, the app serves as a one-stop-shop platform for LRT-1 commuters, featuring real-time train arrivals, weather information, and crowd […]
Their witty remarks went a little overboard Angkas is known for two things: as a suitable public transport alternative to Grab, and for their cheeky campaigns. Angkas has been winning social media for the latter, especially with the witty replies over its official Twitter account. However, things went overboard when it likened their service to […]
The motorcycle-hailing app goes extra cheeky Outside of dealing with legal battles, Angkas captures everyone’s attention with its social media presence. Their Twitter account is filled with funny and witty tweets. The same goes with its Reddit AMA, where Angkas’ social media handlers are more than game to answer any questions thrown at them. If […]
Angkas may soon be legalized Here’s some good news for all patrons of motorcycle-hailing app Angkas: Congress has approved a bill legalizing motorcycles as public transport. HB 8959, also known as the Motorcycles-for-Hire Act, gives the Land Transportation and Franchising Regulatory Board (LTFRB) the authority to legalize the operation of motorcycle-hailing services like Angkas. Under the […]
You browse through the ‘net while doing government transactions As part of PLDT’s campaign for World WiFi Day yesterday, they provided free unlimited internet access to government offices on top of the usual 30-minute free internet access. Beyond yesterday’s campaign, PLDT’s participation for World WiFi day is important, as it gives people information where they […]
It’ll be a faster way of moving from one CBD to another Despite being roughly four kilometers away from each other, travelling from Makati and Bonifacio Global City during rush hour traffic is a gigantic hassle. That’s why the news of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) green-lighting the proposed Makati-BGC Skytrain monorail project of the […]
It is a bit more complicated than you think Following Grab PH CEO Brian Cu’s statement regarding problematic drivers, the ride-hailing app stays true to their promise by sanctioning 500 drivers due to canceled bookings. The sanctions range from warnings, suspensions lasting between three and five days subject to retraining, and to a total ban from […]
Heads up guys! For those who will be commuting during Holy Week, the management of MRT3 has released an advisory regarding its operations. For their Holy week schedule, there will be no MRT3 from March 28 to April 1, with operations resuming on April 2. The MRT3 will undergo maintenance activities during the said three […]
FINALLY After what seemed to be a long and agonizing wait, many people who have been waiting for their car’s license plates will finally be getting them. The Supreme Court has finally lifted the temporary restraining order it issued in 2016 which prevented the around 700,000 license plates to be delivered to their owners. The […]