EWD Not Required During Vehicle Registration
- Presentation of EWD is not required during the registration process of a motor vehicles.
- LTO officials/employees are strictly prohibited from selling EWD units.
Installation Requirements for EWD
- EWDs must be installed when the motor vehicle is stationary for any reason.
- They must be placed at least four (4) meters to the front and to the rear of the vehicle.
- Required especially if the vehicle stops where standing or parking is prohibited.
Specifications of the Early Warning Device
- Shape and material: Each EWD must be a triangular, collapsible reflectorized plate.
- Size: Each side of the triangle must be at least 40 centimeters long and 5 centimeters wide.
- Visibility: Must be visible at a distance of at least 400 meters under high beam and adverse weather conditions.
- Positioning: EWDs must lean slightly backward, from 5 to 10 degrees from the perpendicular axis to the roadway to maximize visibility.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
- Fine of Php 500 for operating a vehicle without carrying EWDs.
- If charged with other violations along with non-carrying of EWD:
- Mandatory payment of the fine.
- Driver’s license will remain confiscated until EWDs are presented at case adjudication.
- If vehicle impounded with failure to carry EWDs among violations:
- Release of the vehicle is withheld until EWDs are presented to the adjudicating officer.
Repealing Clause
- All prior memoranda, circulars, or issuances that conflict with this memorandum circular are superseded.
- The memorandum circular shall serve as the new guideline and must be strictly observed and complied with by all concerned.