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A Student Driver Permit holder can drive a car without being accompanied by an adult with a non-professional driver's license.
A Student Driver Permit holder can drive a car without being accompanied by an adult with a non-professional driver's license.
False
Philippine licenses can be used in Spain and Austria.
Philippine licenses can be used in Spain and Austria.
False
To acquire a Professional Driver License, one needs to get at least 80% of the 60 questions in the written examination.
To acquire a Professional Driver License, one needs to get at least 80% of the 60 questions in the written examination.
False
A driver with a Non-Professional Driver License is allowed to operate vehicles weighing more than 4600 kg.
A driver with a Non-Professional Driver License is allowed to operate vehicles weighing more than 4600 kg.
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Comprehensive insurance coverage includes protection against damages caused by natural disasters.
Comprehensive insurance coverage includes protection against damages caused by natural disasters.
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Add-ons for car insurance are usually included by default in the basic insurance policy.
Add-ons for car insurance are usually included by default in the basic insurance policy.
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Compulsory Third Party Liability (CTPL) insurance is optional for vehicle owners in the Philippines.
Compulsory Third Party Liability (CTPL) insurance is optional for vehicle owners in the Philippines.
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Comprehensive car insurance generally costs less than CTPL insurance in the Philippines.
Comprehensive car insurance generally costs less than CTPL insurance in the Philippines.
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The term 'compre' is another name for Compulsory Third Party Liability (CTPL) insurance in the Philippines.
The term 'compre' is another name for Compulsory Third Party Liability (CTPL) insurance in the Philippines.
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Add-ons for car insurance in the Philippines may include the age of the vehicle, safety devices, and vehicle make and model.
Add-ons for car insurance in the Philippines may include the age of the vehicle, safety devices, and vehicle make and model.
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Vehicle usage does not affect the cost of car insurance premiums in the Philippines.
Vehicle usage does not affect the cost of car insurance premiums in the Philippines.
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The death, damage, or injury caused by the insured vehicle must be due to the operation of the vehicle to claim under comprehensive car insurance in the Philippines.
The death, damage, or injury caused by the insured vehicle must be due to the operation of the vehicle to claim under comprehensive car insurance in the Philippines.
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Primary car insurance required for all vehicle owners in the Philippines is known as Comprehensive Third Party Liability (CTPL) insurance.
Primary car insurance required for all vehicle owners in the Philippines is known as Comprehensive Third Party Liability (CTPL) insurance.
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Different levels of coverage are offered by different providers for Compre car insurance in the Philippines.
Different levels of coverage are offered by different providers for Compre car insurance in the Philippines.
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Vehicle body type is not a factor that may be considered as an add-on for car insurance in the Philippines.
Vehicle body type is not a factor that may be considered as an add-on for car insurance in the Philippines.
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The issuance of driving licenses in the Philippines is regulated under Republic Act 4136.
The issuance of driving licenses in the Philippines is regulated under Republic Act 4136.
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Compulsory Third Party Liability (CTPL) insurance is optional for all vehicle owners in the Philippines.
Compulsory Third Party Liability (CTPL) insurance is optional for all vehicle owners in the Philippines.
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Comprehensive insurance coverage typically includes protection against theft and vandalism.
Comprehensive insurance coverage typically includes protection against theft and vandalism.
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A Professional Driver's License is required for operating public utility vehicles (PUVs) in the Philippines.
A Professional Driver's License is required for operating public utility vehicles (PUVs) in the Philippines.
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An Add-on for car insurance such as 'Roadside Assistance' typically covers the cost of regular vehicle maintenance.
An Add-on for car insurance such as 'Roadside Assistance' typically covers the cost of regular vehicle maintenance.
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To drive a motorcycle in the Philippines, a driver needs to obtain a Non-Professional Driver's License.
To drive a motorcycle in the Philippines, a driver needs to obtain a Non-Professional Driver's License.
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The National Highway Network in the Philippines is solely composed of local roads.
The National Highway Network in the Philippines is solely composed of local roads.
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Public utility vehicles (PUVs) in the Philippines serve 100% of transportation demand.
Public utility vehicles (PUVs) in the Philippines serve 100% of transportation demand.
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A driver with an Ordinary Driver's License can legally operate public utility vehicles (PUVs).
A driver with an Ordinary Driver's License can legally operate public utility vehicles (PUVs).
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Add-ons for car insurance are additional benefits that can be included in a standard insurance policy for an extra cost.
Add-ons for car insurance are additional benefits that can be included in a standard insurance policy for an extra cost.
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Private cars in the Philippines are not eligible for Comprehensive insurance coverage.
Private cars in the Philippines are not eligible for Comprehensive insurance coverage.
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Study Notes
Land Transportation in the Philippines
- Land transportation is a major issue in the Philippines, with characteristics such as on-street competition, low income, chaos in the streets, exhausted drivers, traffic violations, and a high incidence of accidents and bad behavior.
Public Transportation in the Philippines
- The public transportation system in the Philippines is unsafe, unhealthy, unreliable, and uncomfortable.
- Public utility buses (PUBs) and public utility jeepneys (PUJs) serve 67% of the demand but use 28% of road space. (Source: JICA, 2014)
- The country experiences an economic loss of PHP 2.4 billion due to traffic congestion.
- Many Filipinos dream of owning a car, but this is not a viable solution for the country's transportation problems.
Modes of Transportation in the Philippines
- Land transportation: covers areas within Metro Manila, Laguna, and some parts of Bicol.
- Railways: only have a 79 km footprint as of 2019.
- Water transportation: the Philippine Nautical Highway System (or RoRo System) covers 919 km of integrated highway segments and ferry routes, serving 17 cities.
Traffic Management
- The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is the primary policy, planning, programming, coordinating, implementing, and administrative entity of the executive branch on the promotion, development, and regulation of a dependable and coordinated network of transportation systems.
- The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is responsible for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure, especially national highways, flood control, and water resources development systems.
- The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is in charge of the issuance and revocation of driver's licenses and permits, administering exams, and registering motor vehicles nationwide.
Pedestrian Facilities
- Sidewalks in the Philippines are generally in good condition, but often lack safety features, especially for persons with disabilities (PWDs).
- Pedestrian crossings, such as bridges, skywalks, subways, or grade crossings, are few and often inaccessible to the elderly and handicapped.
Vehicle Registration
- Motor vehicles are classified into four categories: private, for hire, government, and diplomatic.
- The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is responsible for the registration of motor vehicles.
- EO No. 400 Series 2005 regulates the assignment and issuance of low-numbered (protocol) license plates to motor vehicles used by government officials.
Driving License
- The Land Transportation and Traffic Code (Republic Act 4136) regulates the issuance of driving licenses.
- There are three types of licenses: student driver permits, non-professional driver licenses, and professional driver licenses.
- Examinations, both written and practical, are required to obtain a driver's license.
Insurance
- The Compulsory Third Party Liability (CTPL) insurance is the primary car insurance plan required for all vehicle owners before LTO vehicle registration.
- CTPL insurance covers death, injury, or damage to third-party individuals or property.
- Additional insurance coverage, such as comprehensive car insurance, is optional but recommended.
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Explore the challenges associated with public transportation in the Philippines, including on-street competition, low income, traffic violations, and the regulation of Transport Network Corporations (TNCs). This quiz delves into the complexities of the transportation system in the country.
