Fears of losing livelihoods mount as Manila’s jeepney drivers
网页2023年12月28日 · However, many traditional jeepney drivers who live hand to mouth remain sceptical, as they feel the amount of take-home pay is better under the traditional scheme.
How the Jeepney Became a Filipino National Symbol - Culture Trip
网页2017年9月11日 · Jeepney drivers started to adorn their new vehicles with striking colors and images of anything that suited their fancy, from holy Catholic imagery to pictures of the Philippine countryside to word art and their favorite cartoon characters. One of the early jeepney producers was Sarao Motors.
The Jeepney Phaseout Is Hurting the Real Drivers of Change
网页2024年5月10日 · The Filipino government is pushing for modernization under the guise of “a greener future” while shoving the real drivers of improvement—the jeepney drivers—aside. We cannot tackle the congestion and pollution issues in Manila without ensuring that low-income workers are included in our shared vision of a more sustainable Philippines.
Jeepneys, key to Filipino culture, may be on their way out - CSMonitor.com
网页2024年2月14日 · Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista argues that streamlining jeepney operations will allow the government to allocate PUVs efficiently across routes, rather than the ad hoc, driver-designed...
The Iconic Philippine Jeepney: A Symbol of Filipino Culture and ...
网页2023年7月13日 · Taking center stage on the streets of the Philippines, the jeepney is an icon to both culture and perseverance of the Filipinos. These one-of-a-kind cars have become symbols of Filipino culture, embodying the country's ingenuity, tenacity, and feeling of community. Let us take a look at the history, design, and significance of the famous ...
Why Every American Should Experience the Philippines’ Jeepneys
网页2023年11月10日 · From former overseas workers to lifelong Jeepney drivers, their stories are a tapestry of the Filipino dream, often laced with both pride and hardship.
Colorful, Iconic Jeepneys May Soon Be Off the Road in the …
网页2023年3月9日 · In a country with a weak public transportation system, jeepneys are more affordable than taxis and have been a preferred transportation option for decades, especially among poor Filipinos, who live...
The jeepneys of the Philippines refuse to pull over - The Economist
网页2022年4月30日 · Eric, a jeepney driver in Manila, speaks for many when he says he cannot ever imagine swapping his bright red vehicle for a spiffy new bus. The souped-up replacements have ended up costing more...
Filipino Jeepney Drivers Make Last Stand – The Diplomat
网页2024年1月2日 · 6 jeepney drivers were arrested last week and subsequently released on bail for protesting lost wages during the coronavirus lockdown. Philippine President Promises ‘No Special Treatment’ for...
I’m a Jeepney Driver in the Philippines. Here’s What I’m ... - VICE
网页2019年9月13日 · Richard Manuel is a jeepney driver who lives in the Manila North Cemetery and earns around PHP700 (US$13.47) daily. His livelihood is now threatened by the Philippine government’s plans to...