Free rides from ‘Electric Love Bus’ to start April or May

The Electric Love Bus Program will start offering free rides either in April or May after the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and Global Electric Transport Philippines (GET Philippines) signed a partnership Tuesday.

In a statement, the MMDA said the Love Bus is expected to launch in the last week of April or the first week of May.

A total of 10 Love Bus units, each with a capacity of 30 passengers, will operate along the following routes from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. or 10 p.m. daily:

EASTBOUND:

• Robinsons Galleria
• Estancia Mall
• MMDA
• Arcovia
• Opus Mall
• Arcovia Mall
• Eastwood City

WESTBOUND:

• Eastwood City
• C5–Eastwood Footbridge
• C5–Green Meadows Footbridge
• C5–Green Meadows Gate
• Tiendesitas
• C5–Julia Vargas
• MMDA
• Estancia Mall
• Robinsons Galleria

Based on the agreement, the MMDA will oversee route management, enforcement support, infrastructure assistance, and alignment with public service goals.

Meanwhile, GET Philippines will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the electric buses.

MMDA chief Romando Artes said, “Through this partnership, we are introducing fully electric buses that are cleaner, quieter, and more modern. These buses will help reduce pollution, ease congestion along key routes, and provide a more comfortable riding experience for passengers.”

GET Philippines President Sigfrido Tinga said, "We will make public transport palatable, enjoyable, safe, and environmentally friendly for everyone. The MMDA has come in to support the Love Bus program and make sure it happens.”

One of the corporate sponsors, Robinsons Land Corporation's (RLC)  President and Chief Executive Officer Mybelle Aragon-Gobio said, “By linking Robinsons Galleria, Bridgetowne, and the other nearby business districts along the C5 corridor, we are helping strengthen the connections that already exist within this vibrant economic zone.” — Joviland Rita/BAP, GMA Integrated News