The government has eliminated an 11-year backlog in motorcycle plate production, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said Tuesday, fulfilling a directive from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to expedite the process.
DOTr Secretary Vince Dizon said 5.4 million motorcycle plates were produced this year, effectively clearing the backlog that had accumulated since 2014. These plates are now being distributed to Land Transportation Office (LTO) district offices nationwide.
“Finally, under the administration of President Bongbong Marcos and after 11 years, we have wiped out the backlog in motorcycle plates,” Dizon said. “This year, we have now produced 5.4 million motorcycle plates, which effectively eliminates the backlog.”
The LTO has launched ltotracker.com, a website where motorists can monitor the status of their plates for delivery or pick-up at LTO district offices. The platform is also accessible via the eGovPH app.
Dizon also issued a warning against the production and sale of fake license plates, following the arrest of four individuals in San Ildefonso, Bulacan on Saturday. The arrests were made by the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG) and the LTO.
Authorities confiscated plate printing machines from the suspects, who were allegedly selling fake plates for P1,200 on social media.
“For those who are doing this nonsense, stop it because we will not stop you,” Dizon said, adding that more arrests are expected. He emphasized that genuine LTO-issued license plates include security features like QR code verification.
Dizon also extended his gratitude to Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla and PNP Chief Nicolas Torre for their assistance in apprehending the suspects.
