MANILA – Several traditional jeepney drivers and operators have praised the Land Transportation Office (LTO) under the Marcos administration following the rollout of several digitalized services, most recently the online driver’s license renewal system (ODLRS) through the eGovPH mobile app.
In an interview at a jeepney terminal in General Trias, Cavite, driver Romeo Magura said the new ODLRS feature would reduce inconvenience and cost, eliminating the need for intermediaries.
“Even though I haven’t tried it yet, I think it’s good because I won’t have to go to the LTO anymore. The license will just be delivered to you. There’s no need for fixers since it’s all online,” he said.
Rosalie, a helper at the same terminal, said many drivers struggle with reading, making it difficult for them to renew their licenses without assistance.
“With the phone, their children can help them. It reduces hassle and saves time that could be spent driving. You can even do it at night or early in the morning,” she said.
In a phone interview, the president of the Liga ng Transportasyon at Operators sa Pilipinas (LTOP) expressed gratitude for the new digitalized feature.
“This is excellent—it solves the problem of long queues, whether for student permits, licenses, registration, or transferring vehicle ownership,” he said.
Through the ODLRS, all LTO-licensed drivers can now renew their licenses entirely online via the eGovPH app, including booking telemedicine appointments and completing the mandatory five-hour education program.
Once processed, applicants can pay fees online and choose between doorstep delivery or pickup at the nearest LTO District Office.
Drivers who renew through the app will also receive a digital copy of their license.
“All the headaches have been resolved through digitalization. This is highly appreciated,” he added.
Beyond convenience, he noted that online transactions are the best way to eliminate fixers.
“You don’t need a fixer anymore. Even if you’re in Mindanao—or abroad—you can renew your registration or license,” he said.
He encouraged other public utility vehicle (PUV) operators and drivers to support the government’s digitalization efforts, particularly the LTO’s new features.
“In the new Philippines, only the Filipino people can lift the nation forward,” he said.
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