Davao City Council Discovers 5,000 Unregistered Tricycles, Urges Compliance with Permits
DATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE
The Davao City Council revealed the operation of 5,000 unregistered tricycles, prompting a call for drivers to renew or apply for Motorized Tricycle Operator's Permits (MTOPs). Only 991 operators possess valid MTOPs as of December 2025, with 1,062 units registered. The Council is tightening regulations amid 39 cases involving local officials and has proposed an ordinance for a centralized data center to improve information management.

Feb 6, 2026, 9:59 AM