What do you think of the LTO policy regarding LEDs and other modifications? Write about it on X! – Bea Orante/Rappler.com If your LED lights are confiscated, take a photo and make sure the arresting officer issues an appropriate ticket stating that they confiscated your LED lights with all relevant details about your property. Visit the LTO office where arresting officers are stationed and look for their Law Enforcement and Traffic Justice Office, or LETAS. If it is from the PNP or other entities represented by LTO, please contact their traffic court department to properly contest the arrest. Additional LED lights should have separate wiring and a separate switch from the main headlight. The wide range of additional LED lights made it easy to upgrade a motorcycle`s basic lighting. Finally, many riders have found that the basic lighting of motorcycles leaves much to be desired, especially when it comes to visibility on poorly lit streets at night or in bad weather. The document, published on Thursday, April 7, outlines the rules and regulations for the use of LEDs. However, the taillights should only be red and not switch to turn signal mode; while traffic lights should only be orange, yellow or yellow. The headlights of a motorcycle must be white or yellowish and capable of being directed downwards, while the taillights must be only red and must not have a turn signal. According to an LTO memorandum of 15 March 2016 on motorcycle lighting rules and regulations, a motorcycle must be equipped with the necessary auxiliary lights, subject to the specifications indicated in the memorandum. However, this memorandum does not regulate motor vehicles such as cars, pickup trucks, trucks and SUVs. The memorandum comes after the LTO came under criticism from motorcyclists in January when it issued a memorandum saying it would intensify its “campaign against unauthorized wang-wang (sirens), LED lights and all other modifications.” The Land Transport Bureau (LTO) has issued a new memorandum explaining guidelines for the use of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) or high-intensity discharge lamps for motorcycles.
Under the Land Transportation and Traffic Code or Republic Act No. 4136, a motor vehicle is allowed to have “additional lamps and lights.” Every motor vehicle shall be equipped with two headlights, one on each side, with a white or yellowish light visible from the front. The Code expressly states: “Lights and additional lights may be carried. The widespread misconception that LED lights are prohibited is based on a misinterpretation of Presidential Decree No. 96 and the LTO Memorandum of March 15, 2016 on motorcycle lighting rules and regulations. MANILA, Philippines – After a series of discussions with the motorcycle community, the Land Transportation Bureau (LTO) has released a set of specific guidelines for the use of light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Every motor vehicle must have two headlamps. The motor vehicle may have two auxiliary headlamps and two fog lamps. According to Presidential Decree No. 96 is “unlawful for the owner or owner of a motor vehicle to use or affix sirens, bells, horns, whistles or other similar devices that produce exceptionally loud or frightening noises, including dome headlights, turn signals and other similar signalling or flashing devices.” The LTO also enabled license plate lighting to make the motorcycle`s license plates visible at night.
According to LTO Circular No. 2020-2240 of 29 December 2020 entitled “Standards for private motor vehicles and implementing requirements for motor vehicles”, a motor vehicle must be equipped with an even number of lamps for the main-beam and the dipped-beam headlamp. The motor vehicle may have auxiliary lights pointing downwards. Front fog lamps are optional on motor vehicles; Front fog lamps may only be switched on in dense fog, snowfall, heavy rain or similar conditions. Fog lights can be used as a replacement for flashing lights. Only two front fog lamps are allowed. LED auxiliary lights shall be directed downwards and not towards the left side of the road. However, motorcyclists understood that the LTO would stop anyone with LED lights and other modifications, causing confusion among riders.
There was an uproar when the LTO first issued the January 18 memo reminding all LTO offices across the country to strictly enforce existing rules. According to the common number AO. In 2014-01, driving a motor vehicle without or with defective, improper or unauthorized accessories, including horns, sirens, whistles, turn signals, brakes, early warning devices (EWDs), brakes (foot and hand brakes), brake lights, headlights, interior lights, traffic lights, taillights, silencers, spare tires or any other accessory, device, equipment or part that clearly compromises road safety” is punishable by a fine of P5. 000 per violation. Administrative Decree (AO) No. 1, 1973 series, reproduced from Presidential Decree No. 96 of the Land Transport Commission (renamed the Land Transport Bureau LTO). This AO states that a motor vehicle may have “additional lights and lights.” This AO determines the color of turn signals and skylights for emergency services.
The additional LED lights cannot be used as a replacement for the motorcycle`s standard headlights. In summary, there are no Philippine laws or regulations specifically prohibiting the use of LED lights or LED technology for cars. LED auxiliary lamps shall not be used in well-lit areas or when the vehicle is coming in the opposite direction. “In the interest of road safety and in accordance with Joint Administrative Order DOTC-LTO-LTFRB 2014-01, the undersigned reaffirms the campaign against wang-wangs (sirens), LED lights and any other unauthorized modifications,” the original memo states. Additional LED lights should not be placed above the handlebars of the motorcycle. For brake lights, only one is allowed, and it should be: Additional LED lights shall be placed/installed where they are not affected by motorcycle vibration.