PROHIBITION OF ELECTRIC BIKES ALONG QUIRINO HIGHWAY NOVALICHES QUEZON CITY

Abstract

Electric bikes provide an eco-friendly alternative to traditional vehicles, helping to reduce carbon emissions and alleviate urban air pollution. They offer a convenient way to navigate through traffic and shorten commutes, particularly in congested cities. This study examines the impact of banning e-bikes along Quirino Highway in Novaliches, Quezon City, with a focus on traffic flow, congestion, and safety. This research focused on the prohibition of electric bikes along Quirino Highway in Novaliches, Quezon City. The researchers employed a descriptive quantitative research method to assess how respondents viewed the prohibition of electric bikes along Quirino Highway in terms of implementation, law enforcement, and community impact. The study also aimed to identify the problems faced by respondents regarding this prohibition and to propose solutions to address these issues within the specified variables. In the study on assessment, most respondents were middle-aged men who were single and had graduated from college. While banning e-bikes on Quirino Highway improved safety and reduced accidents, the enforcement of this ban was inconsistent, and community support was low. Identified issues included increased traffic congestion, longer travel times, safety risks, reduced accessibility, and both economic and environmental consequences. To address these problems, the study recommended strengthening enforcement mechanisms, raising public awareness through education, revising e-bike regulations, improving public transportation infrastructure, and promoting sustainable transportation options. The study found that while respondents generally supported the ban on electric bikes along Quirino Highway in Novaliches, Quezon City, several key issues were raised. These included increased traffic congestion, safety concerns, and accessibility challenges. Recommendations included stronger enforcement of regulations, public education about electric bikes, and instead of a ban, regulating their use. Additionally, improvements to public transportation and infrastructure were suggested to enhance road safety and reduce reliance on cars.