Bus Racing in the Philippines: 15 Buses Suspended After Viral Dashcam Footage

Six Buses Caught Racing on Dashcam; 15 Buses Suspended in the Philippines A dashcam video has gone viral in the Philippines, showing six buses from GV Florida Transport Inc. engaged in a reckless race along the national highway in Nueva Vizcaya. The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has responded swiftly, suspending 15 of the company's buses for one month pending a full investigation. "The company's actions do not align with our standards," said a representative from GV Florida Transport Inc. in an official statement, expressing regret for the incident. The statement also emphasized the company's commitment to passenger safety. The LTFRB is conducting a thorough inquiry into the incident, aiming to identify the drivers involved and determine the appropriate penalties. Secretary Vince Dizon of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) added, "We will not tolerate this kind of behavior that endangers the public." The DOTr is also urging the public to report any instances of reckless driving. This incident underscores the ongoing challenges in enforcing road safety regulations in the Philippines and the need for stricter measures to prevent similar occurrences.