Hearing on fare hike petitions set todayMotorists and commuters make their way through heavy rain along EDSA corner Taft Avenue in Pasay City during the July 31, 2026 rush hour. MANILA, Philippines — Fare hike petitions will be discussed today by transport groups and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board. Representing jeepneys are Piston and Manibela; for utility vehicle express, Metro Comet Transport Service Cooperative, 997 Sandigan Transport Cooperative and UV Express National Alliance of the Philippines. Metro Comet Transport Service Cooperative and Light of Glory Transport Service Inc. will represent taxis; while for motorcycle taxis, United Transportation Coalition of the Philippines. Listed transport groups have submitted fare hike petitions between March and July.