Move It exec acknowledges traffic issues, pushes for better infra
MANILA, Philippines — Traffic is a problem caused by population, not infrastructures, according to Move It Philippines general manager Waynce Jacinto as he called for improved transportation options for Filipinos.
The motorcycle taxi company recently held its "Keep Moving" event, highlighting how the service is a safe, reliable and professional way to get through traffic on top of redefining smart urban mobility.
Jacinto touted the efficiency of riders after the event given they are trained and the smaller size of motorcycles allows them to weave through traffic faster, cutting travel time by half.
He acknowledged to Philstar.com that traffic is not an acceptable norm despite the availability of motorcycle taxis.
"Based on my own opinion lang naman, traffic is not about infrastructure, it's about population. So mas maraming tao, mas magiging ma-traffic," Jacinto elaborated. "Regardless, kung gumawa ng maraming daan, eh yung pagdami ng population mo ganun din kabilis, so nandiyan na [traffic] habang buhay na."
As such, until the lack of infrastructure and public transportation is properly addressed, the executive said motorcycle taxis are a viable solution in the meantime.
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Another issue is the demand for motorcycle taxis especially during rush hour when commuters are unable to book rides.
Jacinto admitted to Philstar.com that it was a difficult topic to address as currently the three major motorcycle taxi services are limited to only 15,000 riders, as the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board set a total cap of 45,000 in Metro Manila alone.
He added that Move It currently has a smaller amount due to a previous issue with authorities about rider caps but plugged the service's back-to-back booking technology, where riders are able to accept clients faster.
"When it comes to supply and demand, isa sa mga pangunahang gusto namin ay ma-legalize, maging batas na talaga ang motorcycle taxi," said Jacinto.
Doing so would lead to better studies about commuters and transportation based on market demands.
"Maso-solusyunan naman 'yan hindi lang ng Move It kundi ng gobyerno, ng ibang stakeholders, nang sa ganon mas gumanda talaga yung transportation natin," the executive ended.
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