In the present time, the world currently houses around 7.7 billion people. Predominantly, human beings use automobiles to go around places on their desired destination. Hence, as we all know, the greater the number of vehicles that are present down the road located in one area, the heavier traffic it means. As a matter of fact, Manila, the capital of the Philippines, is also known for having the worst traffic in all of Asia. Furthermore, in the Philippine context, some Filipinos rely on their own respective vehicles to get from point A to B, however, the main transportation which most people use is the public transportation which is also known as the “Jeepneys”. With this, I for one, stand firm on DOTr's Jeepney Modernization Program on the grounds that it will encourage people to use public transportation. Also, this program has many advantages in our country such as having a less co2 emissions because of its euro 5 engines, as well as comfortable riding experience, can contribute to less traffic, and thus having an opportunity for a reliable public transport.
To further discuss this topic, Jeepney Modernization Program is defined as an implementation of the government to eliminate jeepneys which had primarily been used for 15 years and above that are already obsolete and poorly maintained. More so, the phased out vehicles will be replaced with modernized jeepneys which are brand new and much safer for all passengers or commuters. Likewise, these modernized jeepneys are equipped with features such as Jeepney monitoring systems like CCTVs, GPS, as well as Air Conditioner System that will aid to all the passengers satisfaction and comfort. It also features a right side facing entrance for the safety of passengers, an easier payment system that uses prepaid cards, an eco-friendly engine, has more seating capacity, and of course, a Wi-Fi access. Thus, these innovations will surely encourage people to use public transport with the thought of having a safer ride. In addition, not only the passengers are going to enjoy the benefits from the aforementioned program but the drivers as well of the said vehicle, for the reason that the government will give subsidy to those who will purchase the modernized jeepney on the grounds that the bank will help them finance it with low interest rate and longer amortization. Consequently, the drivers will pay 30,000 a month or 1,000 a day. What’s good is that the payment for the vehicle is just the same price as the drivers expense with their respective boundaries. As such, they will have a fixed salary so they will not hastily drive anymore to get more passengers as well as their problems concerning mechanical difficulty will be long gone, all because of the new modernized jeepneys.
To put an end, through this program, transportation will be an easy way to get to somewhere we want to go. Let us also put into mind that these modernize jeeps are much safer than those old ones. It is as well beneficial to us on all walks of life and perhaps, will make our country more developed and experience less traffic. One thing's for sure, this program will not undermine anyone but it is a step for a brighter future of our country.