MOVE IT appeals ₱555.75M LTFRB fine over excess riders
Motorcycle taxi platform MOVE IT has filed a motion for reconsideration challenging the ₱555.75-million penalty imposed by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) for allegedly exceeding its authorized rider allocation.
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Courtesy of Move It
In a statement, MOVE IT confirmed receiving the preliminary decision and maintained that rider allocation should consider the number of riders actively accepting bookings rather than simply the total number registered on its platform.
The LTFRB imposed a ₱10,000 fine for each of the 55,575 riders found to be in excess of MOVE IT’s authorized allocation of 17,746 riders. Regulatory records showed that the platform had 73,321 active rider-partners across Metro Manila, Cebu and Cagayan de Oro as of May 2026.
MOVE IT argued that motorcycle taxi operations depend on flexible rider participation, with drivers going online and offline throughout the day depending on their schedules. The company maintained that ensuring sufficient transport supply requires monitoring riders who are actively online and available to accept bookings, particularly during peak hours.
However, the LTFRB rejected the company’s interpretation, maintaining that the authorized allocation covers the total number of rider-partners registered and maintained by the platform, not merely those simultaneously accepting bookings.
MOVE IT said it respects the Board’s authority and will continue engaging regulators through the proper legal process.
“We respect the Board’s authority, and we remain committed to working toward a sustainable and adaptive regulatory framework for motorcycle taxis,” the company said.
The LTFRB clarified on Tuesday, November 3, that its decision is not yet final because the motion for reconsideration remains pending.
The agency is also developing measures to address the concerns of affected riders while ensuring compliance with government regulations.
MOVE IT assured its rider-partners that it would continue working with regulators to protect their livelihoods.
The company also committed to maintaining commuter services, particularly as demand for transportation increases ahead of the holiday season.
Key points
- Motorcycle taxi platform MOVE IT has filed a motion for reconsideration challenging the ₱555.75-million penalty imposed by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) for allegedly exceeding its authorized rider allocation.