METRO Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC), together with its subsidiaries NLEX Corporation and MPT South, reinforced its commitment to safer roads by bringing together national government agencies, local government units, transport groups, and private sector partners for the “Mission Road Safety BiyaHero Caravan.” The program aims to enhance the practical skills, safety alertness, and responsible driving culture of drivers and operators.
Held at One Ayala in Makati City and Victory Plaza in Caloocan City, the caravan brought together 284 jeepney, UV express, and bus drivers from 42 transport organizations and companies for learning sessions and interactive activities focused on road safety.
“At MPTC, safety remains at the core of everything we do. Through programs like the BiyaHero Road Safety Caravan, we aim to further equip drivers with the knowledge they need to make safer decisions on the road. While protocols and systems are in place to enhance road safety, achieving safer journeys requires the shared responsibility and cooperation of all road users,” said MPTC Chief Operations and Maintenance Officer West Dionisio.
Participants also benefited from free eye screenings and prescription eyeglasses, while Easytrip representatives provided on-site assistance for RFID installation and transaction concerns.
The road safety caravan was conducted in partnership with the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB), the Department of Health (DOH), the Road Safety Division of the Provincial Government of Cavite, the Public Safety and Traffic Management Department of the City Government of Caloocan, One Ayala, and Victory Plaza.
“Kami po sa government ay kaisa ninyo sa pag-maintain ng disiplina at kaligtasan sa kalsada.
Bilang mga professional drivers po, palagi po nating isipin na aalis tayo para maghanapbuhay para sa ating mga pamilya, kaya palagi nating siguraduhing ligtas tayong uuwi sa kanila. Para po masiguro ito, kailangan natin ng disiplina, pasensya, at awareness sa kalsada,” said TRB Regulation Division Chief Joz Carlos Ordillano.
A key session facilitated by TRB Regulation Division Chief Joz Carlos Ordillano tackled common traffic violations among buses, trucks, public utility vehicles (PUVs), and motorcycles — these include speeding, improper lane use, unsafe overtaking, tailgating, distracted driving, and overloading. He also highlighted how some driving habits, while often considered routine, can create safety risks for motorists and commuters alike.
To make learning more engaging, participants took part in a driving simulator experience, drunk goggles challenge, and an interactive road safety quiz.
“Maraming salamat po sa pamunuan ng MPTC sa pag-oorganisa ng BiyaHero Caravan. Marami po kaming mga bagong natutunan at napaka-lively ng mga activities. Marami kaming natutunan sa mga lectures ng mga resource speakers,” said transport company United Twelve Corporation President Rizalino Villaraza.
Beyond the caravan, MPTC continues to promote road safety through its year-round Mission Road Safety program, which includes the Usapang Driver seminar for partner companies and transport groups, Kaligtasan sa Daan (KalSaDa) initiative for partner communities and neighboring barangays, and Cebu Cordova Link Expressway Corporation’s (CCLEC) Istorya Ta Bai! advocacy program, which encourages safe driving habits and awareness of CCLEX’s safety features.
MPTC also continues to amplify road safety messages through the digital platforms of NLEX Corp., MPT South, and CCLEC, reaching motorists with information on proper expressway driving, traffic regulations, vehicle roadworthiness, and travel preparedness.
Through the years, MPTC has institutionalized its multi-stakeholder road safety initiatives across its expressways network in Luzon and Visayas— NLEX, SCTEX, NLEX Connector, CALAX, CAVITEX, CAVITEX C5 Link, and CCLEX — earning recognition from both local and international organizations.
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