Transport group Piston has filed a petition before the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) seeking at least a P10 increase in jeepney base fares, citing continued high diesel costs despite recent fuel price rollbacks.
If approved, the minimum fare for traditional jeepneys would rise to P23, as drivers report earning as little as P200 to P300 daily amid rising operating expenses.
Piston said the proposed hike aims to ease income losses, while commuter group PARA noted it could help restore transport supply as some drivers have stopped operating.
The group is also calling for broader reforms, including the suspension of oil taxes and a wage increase, to address the sector’s long-term challenges.
Meanwhile, Piston has launched a nationwide transport strike and protest actions to demand immediate relief, following mounting hardships among drivers and concerns over inadequate government assistance.
Source: PhilNews24 | April 21, 2026
