“No Registration, No Travel” policy of LTO.In an effort to streamline registration of motor vehicles and improve road safety, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has reiterated its “No Registration, No Travel” policy. There are 24.7 million delinquent vehicles in the country, which is currently the highest number in history. The policy aims to reduce the number of delinquent vehicles.

Therefore, this is a reminder to all vehicle owners in the Philippines to renew their vehicle’s registration as soon as possible. Both the owner and other road users may suffer penalties and inconveniences if they fail to comply.

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What is the No Registration, No Travel Policy?

Registration is not required to travel under No Registration, No Travel under R.A. The Land Transportation and Traffic Code, or 4136, requires all motor vehicles and other vehicles to be registered before they are used or operated on a public highway in the Philippines.

The law also requires you to renew your vehicle registration on or before the date specified for each classification of vehicle. In the event it is not renewed, it will become invalid, delinquent, and unfit for use on the road.

Why is LTO’s No Registration, No Travel Policy Important?

The No Registration, No Travel policy is designed to reduce the number of delinquent vehicles on the road. This law aims to curb the threat these unregistered vehicles pose to road safety and improve the country’s overall road safety. It will be easier for the government to track and monitor vehicles if all vehicle owners in the Philippines register their vehicles on time and regularly.

As well as posing a danger to road safety, the massive number of delinquent vehicles also contributes to revenue losses of up to 15.5 billion from motorcycles, 18.4 billion from four-wheelers, and 3.25 billion from trucks.

Those who follow the rules and make sure their vehicles are registered and roadworthy are also rewarded by the strict implementation of the No Registration, No Travel policy.

Calling All Government Agencies

LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Atty is leading this initiative. Vigor D. Mendoza II. Mendoza instructed the agency’s regional directors to coordinate with other government agencies and compile a list of vehicles with expired registrations. Many of these vehicles are still in use, posing a threat to other drivers.

“This government agency has been requested to assist us in renewing the registration of delinquent vehicles under its respective offices,” Mendoza said, urging unified efforts to enhance road safety”.

No Time to Waste

Mendoza urged owners of expired vehicles to renew their registrations as soon as possible. More enforcers will be deployed to implement the “No Registration, No Travel” policy as part of the implementation process.

The strict implementation of Republic Act 4136 was urged by Department of Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista, who urged strict adherence to the law. It is specifically Section 5 of the Act that mandates mandatory registration of all motor vehicles.

Safety Comes First

Routine checks are also essential for ensuring that vehicles are roadworthy, according to Mendoza. A motor vehicle that is not registered with the LTO may not be used, driven, or operated on the road, Mendoza clarified.

Around 65% of the country’s motor vehicles are delinquent, since owners either fail or refuse to register them.

A Hit to the Government’s Pocket

In addition to posing a safety risk, a lack of vehicle registration affects the economy as well. According to reports, the government has lost approximately P37 billion due to unregistered vehicles. There are 24.7 million vehicles registered for more than a year that have uncollected payments.

As a result, the LTO is now working with other law enforcement agencies to strictly enforce the “No Registration, No Travel” policy, urging citizens to comply with it and reminding them of their responsibilities.

Mendoza emphasizes the importance of “the roadworthiness of vehicles as well as the safety of all road users”. Vehicle owners are encouraged to uphold their responsibilities and ensure the safety of all road users.

“No Registration, No Travel” is the LTO’s policy that must be enforced. As the policy takes effect, road users, vehicle owners, and government agencies alike are encouraged to comply, ensuring safer roads.

FAQs 

Q1)  What is the no registration no travel policy for new cars in the Philippines?

Ans:- When do you have to register or travel if you don’t follow the No Registration, No Travel policy? Those who have completed their registration but did not attach their plates face a penalty of about $5,000; and those who fail to register their vehicle face a penalty of about $10,000.