LCSP Urges Inter-Agency Motorcycle Taxi TWG for  Resolution of Move It Appeal

IN APRIL 2025, the Interagency Motorcycle Taxi Technical Working Group (TWG) sanctioned industry player Move It for violating fleet limitations and failing to comply with the mandatory reporting requirements set under the motorcycle taxi pilot study. The TWG ordered Move It to reduce its fleet size in accordance with the government’s allocation and to cease operations outside its authorized franchise areas, specifically in cities such as Cebu and Cagayan de Oro.

The sanctions stemmed from a show cause order issued in December 2024, which required motorcycle taxi companies to respond to allegations of exceeding their rider allocations. Records submitted to the TWG confirmed that while Move It was authorized to operate 6,836 motorcycle taxi units, it was found to be operating with at least 14,662 riders—more than twice the permitted number.

In response, Move It filed a Motion for Reconsideration urging the TWG to immediately suspend the implementation of its April 2025 order, which significantly reduced the company’s rider allocation.

Meanwhile, Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Vince Dizon granted temporary relief to thousands of Move It riders by deferring the implementation of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board’s (LTFRB) decision. Secretary Dizon emphasized that the status quo should be maintained while the motion for reconsideration is under review. No action will be taken until the motion is resolved.

As of this writing, the TWG has yet to issue a resolution on Move It’s motion for reconsideration. In light of this, the Lawyers for Commuter Safety and Protection (LCSP) urges the TWG to promptly resolve the pending motion. We likewise appeal to the TWG to consider the real-world implications of enforcing the downsizing order. Currently, more than 14,000 riders operate under Move It. If the original fleet allocation is upheld—reducing the authorized fleet to just over 6,000 units—thousands of riders stand to lose their livelihoods.

This downsizing may also drive displaced riders to operate illegally as “colorum” drivers, outside of any regulated platform. Such operations pose serious risks to commuters. Rides with colorum motorcycles are not monitored or regulated, do not carry insurance for passengers in case of accidents, and raise broader security concerns.

In today’s transportation landscape, motorcycle ride-hailing services have become vital to commuters. Rather than limiting their growth, what is needed is robust regulation and effective monitoring to ensure that all operating riders comply with existing laws and the guidelines of relevant government agencies. Drastic reductions in available units could disrupt supply and demand, especially during peak hours when commuters already face difficulties in securing rides.

Atty. Albert N. Sadili

Spokesperson – Lawyers for Commuters Safety and Protection (LCSP)

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