LTFRB orders crackdown on 'kamote' PUV drivers

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has ordered a "full crackdown" on reckless public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers, implementing a zero-tolerance policy for "kamote" drivers exhibiting dangerous road habits.

LTFRB Chairperson Teofilo Guadiz III stated that these reckless drivers are a threat to public safety and will be removed from the roads, aligning with President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s call for stricter road discipline.

The crackdown is a response to recent road incidents involving "kamote" PUV drivers who ignore traffic rules and endanger passengers and other motorists.

The LTFRB is collaborating with the Land Transportation Office (LTO), the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), and local government units (LGUs) to identify and penalize errant drivers.

Franchise holders who fail to control their drivers will face administrative charges and potential preventive suspensions.

The LTFRB is auditing operators with repeated violations and may revoke franchises if necessary, emphasizing the responsibility of PUV drivers and operators to ensure public transport safety.