The DOTr is prioritizing local manufacturers in producing “modern jeepneys” under the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program, the agency’s chief said on Tuesday. | zacariansINQ
“Meron na po silang pinakitang prototype at ang sabi ay gagawin po nila ‘yan sa Camarines Norte. So nagsisimula pa lang po sila and we support their program,” said Bautista.
These modern jeepneys, said Bautista, run on Euro-4 diesel engines, with seats akin to the traditional jeepney but with doors located at the right of the vehicle.
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