This time, the jeepneys (especially in Metro Manila) will not be viewed as a smog machine that spews deadly fumes and poses as a safety hazard to people on the streets. Though, this is true to a certain extent, jeepney drivers will not necessarily feel the brunt of this change. According to the Department of Tourism, tourism in the Philippines is thriving as it saw a 19.60% increase in visitor arrivals compared to last year and a 68% increase since 2013. If we look at the status quo, no one is even winning – not the commuters, not the operators, not even the drivers. However, it’s been consistently pushed under the rug because it’s bad news for the jeepney drivers and their operators despite the financial assistance that the government will extend to jeepney operators and drivers making it less of a burden.To understand the context and coverage of this program, let’s break down the real deal behind what jeepney modernization really means.This is an initiative of the government which will put in new and safer jeepneys on the street and phase out the old and poorly maintained ones. What does this mean to the economy?While it cannot be denied that the modernization of public transport will gravely affect individual and small-time jeepney operators and owners,  it will pave the way to the car manufacturing industry in the Philippines that will create more jobs. Not only are these vehicles causing a lot of inconvenience to the public, but are also a threat to their health and the environment. The estimate for the subsidy of these vehicles is about ₱800 per day or ₱24,000 per month. Whether commuters or the public transport operators like it or not, change is upon the transportation scene in the Philippines. TWO STOREY RESIDENTIAL HOUSE NEAR JEEPNEY LINE Lot Area: 178 SQM 4 bedrooms 3 toilet and bath 1-2 car garage Semi-Furnished Located near jeepney line and with good water supply. by the LTFRB, public vehicle operators will not be approved for a franchise, extend their Certificate of Public Convenience (CPC), increase of number of vehicles, or substitute their vehicles if their unit is more than the minimum age requirement. This can be an added burden to the day-to-day expenses of commuters but could result in higher income for drivers and operators. In fact, in according to Climate Change Commissioner Heherson Alvarez, more than 500,000 diesel-fueled jeepneys, buses, trucks and other vehicles in Metro Manila are responsible for about 70% of the total soot or black carbon emissions in the Philippines. It seeks to minimize outdated (and almost lethal) jeepneys in the streets, boost passenger safety, and prevent pollution by imposing an age limit for transport vehicles that are allowed to operate. All the hardware and components were built on the Isuzu truck chassis QKR77 platform. Not only will it fill the financial needs of both jeepney drivers and operators to continue their livelihood, but it will also oversee Public Utility Vehicles better.Jeepneys despite being a form of public transport aren’t completely controlled by the government. The monthly amortization will be a huge financial challenge since each unit despite having a low APR and flexible payment term carries a huge price tag. Hino’s modern jeepneys build on company expertise in vehicle body building; Hino Motors Philippines (HMP), the exclusive distributor of Hino trucks and buses in the Philippines, upgrades its public utility vehicles product lineup to offer modernized jeepneys in line with the government’s modernization program. Closed-circuit television (CCTV) camera for selected types of PUVsFor buses, standing passengers must not exceed five personsThe modernization of the public transport will not be successful without the cooperation from the drivers manning the roads. The modernization of public vehicles will lead to higher base fare, from 12. This is however not yet set in stone and might not push through, as it’s still being negotiated by the government with vehicle manufacturers. These modern jeepneys will cost about ₱1.2 million to ₱1.6 million, which are payable for up to seven years. While this is basically the current boundary rates of jeepney drivers in Metro Manila, operators, on the other hand, will not be able to profit for a long time if this gets implemented. These may just be the icing on the cake, but they can make a world of difference in improving the quality of commuting for passengers.

Orlando Marquez, president of the Liga ng Transportation at Operators sa Pilipinas (LTOP), in an interview, said the price of a modern jeepney in 2017 was around PHP1.4 to PHP1.6 million but it has now skyrocketed to about PHP2.5 million. And there are many suppliers so there’s competition. Not necessarily, not yet. Meanwhile, our land transport system is ran by private groups and even individuals, and unsurprisingly, it’s outdated as these groups can’t be bothered to upkeep their vehicles because of the cost. At least, not in a bad way. In one of their recent engagements, he said DOTr Secretary Arthur Tugade managed to convince a supplier to lower its price for a Class A modern jeepney to PHP900,000. This can be detrimental not just to the environment but also to the health of the public. It will still be uniquely the Philippines’ jeepney, but with a respectable green sheen. While the other It’s a promising initiative aimed at improving the mode of transportation for commuters.
Orlando Marquez, president of the Liga ng Transportation at Operators sa Pilipinas (LTOP), in an interview, said the price of a modern jeepney in 2017 was around PHP1.4 to PHP1.6 million but it has now skyrocketed to about PHP2.5 million.DTI Secretary Ramon Lopez, in an interview, said the agency is monitoring the prices of modern jeepneys. With the jeepney being the primary mode of transportation all over the country, it will make transportation more comfortable and easier not just for Filipinos but also for tourists. The high cost of e-jeepney This is the part that has caused the outrage in light with the modernization of public transport. He said they are also discussing with other suppliers regarding the prices for Class B and C units , which are currently available at PHP1.6 to PHP2.5 million . This is why the modernization program will also include training for these PUV drivers.