The Good Trip Show

Sixteen corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs of automotive companies have been recognized as inspiring and outstanding initiatives that have enhanced the lives of thousands of people who were beneficiaries of its projects.

Began in 2015, the Manila International Autoshow does not fail to attract the major brands of automobiles and droves of car enthusiasts from all walks of life.  This year's edition, the 15th MIAS, having been postponed from its original schedule in April due to the Covid-19 pandemic, will push through under different circumtance.  The 15th MIAS will be wired and digital.  I'm joined by MIAS co-organizers Alvin Uy and Jason Ang today to describe the "wired and digital" aspect.  We also talked about the origins of the autoshow.  Happy listening.

On Aug 3, 2020 the Land Transportation Office announced stringent regulations in getting driver's license in the Philippines.   A 15-hour TDC (theoretical driving course) is now required just to get a student permit, and an 8-hour PDC (practical driving course) to get a new drivers license or additional restriction code.  LTO plans to introduce merits/demerits in the new license system to discourage traffic violations.  

Maxus GM Reggie See explains why this new kid in the block deserves a serious look.  Maxus which traces its roots to Leyland Motors (UK) was introduced to PH market on June 5, 2019.  Barely a year after its arrival, Maxus PH is now marketing several models in the local market: G10 MPV, V80 van, T60 pickup, G50 MPV and D60 SUV.

On Dec 1 2020, all expressways in the Philippines would be capable of handling full "contactless toll collection" using RFID technology.  This has caused a mad rush of motorists to install RFID stickers on their vehicles, resulting to shortage of supply.  Many found themselves empty handed and wary of the consequence(s) of not having RFID stickers by the first day of December.

On the eve of the implementation, we spoke to Dept of Transportation Asst. Secretary for Communications, Goddes Hope Libiran, to address the various concerns of the motorists.

Here's our conversation on the RFID.

Filipinos are able to manage the current difficult situation because of resiliency and ingenuity, commonly known as “DISKARTE”.   Prominently displayed at this time is the diskarte for survival.  This explains the discovery of different skills applied in business to cope with the changes in order to make a living, pay monthly bills, and get meals served for their families daily. And providing Pinoys the Tamang Diskarte is Bajaj Philippines’ way to help them get through this tough time.  

Join me as Ryan Jude Camus (AVP for Marketing) and Tina Taller (Marketing staff) explain the different persona, visualized by Bajaj Philippines, to represent Filipino diskarte to survive..

DOTr Asec Goddes Hope Libiran joined us on the radio show (Nov 21) and updated us on the developments in the EDSA Busway and other issues on public transportation.  She helped us clarifies some issues on the PUV modernization.  Let's listen in.

Ibinahagi ngayong umaga ni DOTr Asst. Secretary for Communications and Commuter Affairs, Goddes Hope Libiran, ang naging pagkilos ng DOTr at mga ahensiya nito, lalo na ang Phil. Coast Guard, para tumugon sa pangangailangan ng mga kababayan dulot ng bagyong Ulysses.  Pakinggan natin mula sa kuwento ni Asec Goddes.

With 88 units of modern jeepneys in their fleet, Taguig TSC Chairman sat down with us to talk on how his group has been coping up with its operation amidst the strict safety and health protocols observed in public transportation (Seven Commandments for Public Transport).  He also shared his groups effort to promote the modernization program to other operators and drivers of jeepneys.  Let's listen in to our conversation.

This is a chat with Senior Vice President for Communication and Stakeholder Management ng NLEX Corporation, and Chief Communications Officer ng Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation,  Atty. Romulo "Junji" Quimbo on the implementation of contactless toll collection by Dec 2, 2020.  We tried to tackle several problems being encountered during the shift to the RFID system as mandated by the Department of Transportation Order No. 2020-012.

Let's hear it straight from Atty. Junji Quimbo.