The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has postponed the implementation of the reduced surge pricing cap for ride-hailing services to December 20, granting transport network companies (TNCs) more time to prepare their systems.
The rollout was initially scheduled for December 17. LTFRB Chairman Vigor Mendoza said the agency accommodated the request after TNCs cited the need to adjust fare systems and properly inform drivers and stakeholders.
“We understand the concerns raised by the TNCs. Madali din naman kaming kausap lalo na kung valid naman ang mga reasons na binigay,” Mendoza said.
Mendoza explained that the extension would allow TNCs to complete system configurations, operational adjustments, and information dissemination in line with an LTFRB board resolution.
The surge pricing cap reduction is covered by Memorandum Circular 2025-056, issued following passenger and commuter complaints over allegedly unreasonable fare increases.
Grab Philippines, in a letter to the LTFRB, said the short delay was necessary for consultations, driver orientations, and technology refinements to ensure accurate and compliant implementation. The company stressed that the request was purely for readiness and would not affect full compliance.
Mendoza clarified that the adjustment in the implementation date does not modify or repeal the memorandum circular. The reduced surge pricing cap will remain in effect until January 4 next year.