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Colorful, Iconic Jeepneys May Soon Be Off the Road in the Philippines

Por: The New York Times World March 09, 2023

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MANILA — In the Philippines, they are known as “kings of the road,” colorful, open-air vehicles with loud horns and diesel engines that ferry millions of Filipinos on their daily commutes. Called “jeepneys” for their origins as U.S. military jeeps, they are cramped and stiflingly hot, ubiquitous on the busy city streets where many riders consider them an icon.The government wants the iconic rides off the road.Jeepneys nationwide were... + full article



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