GAZelle Next Citiline is made by a Russian giant automaker GAZ. This modern PUV has met the standards of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) for the government’s PUV modernization program.
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has issued Department Order No. 2017-011 in 2017 which aims for a well-managed and environmentally sustainable transport sector.
UNTV’s motoring show, Manibela took for a spin one of these modern PUVs, the Russian-made GAZelle Next Citiline mini bus.
READ: Car geeks, here’s what you missed on Manibela’s pilot episode
According to Manibela host, Daniel Razon, the GAZelle Next Citiline has passed LTFRB’s requirements:
- Euro-4 compliant engine
- Side loading doors
- High head room
- Electronic payment option
It is a 22-seater vehicle that has a soft suspension which will make commuters more comfortable during their ride.
However, several transport groups still oppose the phase out of old jeepneys. On Monday (September 30), transport groups held a nationwide protest against the modernization program
Jeepney groups said the modernization program can possibly increase jeepney fares and a lot of jeepney drivers can lose their only source of livelihood.
According to DOTr department order, the modernization program seeks to have a safer, comfortable and environmental-friendly transportation in country.
GAZelle Next Citiline is just one of the modern PUV designs that passed the requirements of the LTFRB.
What else did you miss in previous episodes of Manibela?
Rear view: Violkswagen 1979 Combi Rivera
Auto-updates: Rear occupant alert
If you’re looking for more interesting automobile-related features, catch Manibela on UNTV every Sunday, 9:30 to 10:00 am and follow these social media pages:
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/ManibelaTV/
Twitter – https://twitter.com/ManibelaTV
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/manibelatv/
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTjel1A6Nw1ZOYHeZpvOkjg
The post This Russian-made modern PUV is designed for PH roads appeared first on UNTV News.