Ban on Right-Hand-Driven Vehicles in Metro Manila

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MMA NO. 14, S. 1994: Ban on Right-Hand-Driven Vehicles in Metro Manila

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Title Supreme Court: Ban on Right-Hand-Driven Vehicles in Metro Manila

Law: Mma No. 14, S. 1994

Decision Date: Aug 4, 1995

A total ban on right-hand-driven motor vehicles is imposed in Metro Manila to enhance traffic safety and orderliness, addressing the dangers posed by their proliferation in a left-hand driving country.

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Safety and Traffic Concerns

The use of RHD vehicles in a left-hand driving environment, particularly in the congested roads of Metro Manila, poses safety risks.
The conflicting design of RHD vehicles can endanger traffic order and road safety.

Previous Policy Action

The Metropolitan Manila Land Transportation Coordinating Council (MMLTCC) had issued Resolution No. 94-006 recommending a ban on RHD vehicles in Metro Manila.

Resolution on Total Ban

A total ban on the operation of right-hand-driven motor vehicles within Metro Manila is imposed.
The ban covers all areas within the Metro Manila jurisdiction.
The regulation aims to allow truckers and haulers a transitional period to convert or replace their RHD trucks.

Implementation Timeline

The total ban will take effect three months following the approval of the resolution.

Signatories and Authority

The resolution was adopted on August 4, 1994.
It was signed by the chairperson, the Mayor of Quezon City, and all member mayors representing various cities within Metro Manila.
The unanimous participation of the Metro Manila mayors signifies regional governance consensus on this issue.

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