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Crackdown on illegal transport seizes 40+ vehicles
A total of 46 public transport vehicles were apprehended in Philippine airports between June 25 and July 1, 2025, for being colorum and for overcharging passengers.
The apprehended vehicles included 28 public utility vehicles (PUVs), seven UV Express units, and 11 'habal-habal' motorcycles.
Most of the PUVs, specifically 22 out of 28, were seized at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).
Seven UV Express vehicles were impounded at General Santos International Airport for operating without necessary certifications and lacking fare matrices.
Ten 'habal-habal' motorcycles were caught at NAIA, with one more seized at Catarman Airport.
Additionally, nine taxis and two 'habal-habal' motorcycles were apprehended within NAIA premises on Wednesday.
The seized vehicles were turned over to the Land Transportation Office (LTO) central office for further action.
The PNP AVSEGROUP Acting Director urged taxi drivers to stop overcharging passengers and to compete fairly.
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Authorities at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Naia) and other airports have apprehended 46 vehicles, including 28 taxis, 7 UV Express vans, and 11 motorcycles, for alleged fare overpricing and contract violations.
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Eleven airport taxis at NAIA were apprehended for overcharging passengers and franchise violations, leading to their suspension and the suspension of their drivers' licenses.
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The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) composite team has apprehended more public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers through random inspections aimed at ensuring compliance with transportation regulations.
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The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has suspended the driver's licenses of 10 taxi and TNVS drivers for 90 days due to overcharging and illegal contracting of passengers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Naia).
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