EDSA Bike Lanes to Become Shared with Motorcycles: MMDA Announces Plan

MMDA to Convert EDSA Bike Lanes into Shared Motorcycle Lanes Metro Manila, Philippines – The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced plans to convert the exclusive bike lanes along Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) into shared lanes with motorcycles. This decision comes after discussions with various stakeholders, including cyclists and motorcycle riders. "Before June 30, we will remove the bike lane separators on EDSA," said an MMDA representative in a recent press briefing. "We will meet with stakeholders, particularly motorcycle and bicycle riders, to discuss the implementation of exclusive motorcycle lanes on EDSA." The MMDA representative also clarified that underpasses and overpasses would not be affected by this change. The authority plans to create exclusive motorcycle lanes on the right side of EDSA for safety and traffic management reasons. They acknowledge that the current lane space is too small, leading to accidents. The MMDA is working with the cycling community to ensure a safe transition to the new shared lane system. The MMDA's decision is intended to improve traffic flow, but it has raised concerns about the safety of cyclists. The shared lane system may lead to increased risks of accidents. The MMDA's commitment to consulting stakeholders is a positive step, ensuring that the concerns of all road users are considered during the implementation of this significant traffic change.