According to Lancanilao, the LTO is now strictly enforcing the ban on e-bikes and e-trikes along public roads. Saying that LEVs have long been prohibited on major public roads, which are reserved only for high-powered vehicles, to prevent any major accidents. Also, mentioning that the LTO has full authority to enforce traffic laws and impound vehicles when deemed necessary.
What does this mean for LEV owners? Although main roads are strictly off-limits now, you can still zip around your subdivision, roll through neighborhood streets, or cruise inside private villages. Just check if your local barangay gives the green light, and if you’re lucky, you might just be given rights to use the bike lane to boot. But this is only applicable to electric bikes like the Kuda Mika 2 and NWOW ERVS4. But if you’re riding something that looks more like a motorbike than a bicycle, better leave those at home, because the new rules aren’t giving those a free pass.
But before you retire your e-bike to the garage, don’t worry, this doesn’t mean they’re banned everywhere. Just play it safe and keep them to the streets where they’re allowed. But if you’re still thinking of cruising down EDSA on your e-bike? Maybe save that for another day, as for now, you’re better off hopping on the bus, not just to avoid the new rules, but also to be safe.
