LTO eyes shorter theoretical driving course, seminar

 

 

 

MANILA, Philippines — Saying that the 15-hour mandatory theoretical driving course is a bit long, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) is now considering reducing the number of hours by half.

The LTO currently requires applicants for student driver’s permit to undergo a 15-hour theoretical driving course, 8 hours of practical driving course, and three days of the seminar.

Senator Grace, however, lamented during the Senate finance subcommittee hearing that the 15-hour requirement is too long.

“Di ba napakahaba nito? Nasa IRR (Implementing Rules and Regulations) lang naman ninyo yan di ba? Wala naman sa batas,” Poe said who was presiding over th…

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