ASSESSING OF THE IMPACT OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF TRUCK BAN ON TRAFFIC CONGESTION IN DALANDANAN, VALENZUELA CITY

Abstract

Traffic congestion is a persistent and widespread problem in the Philippines, particularly in major urban centers such as Metro Manila, Cebu, and Davao. In industrialized areas like Valenzuela City, this issue poses significant challenges to mobility, productivity, and urban development. This study adopted a quantitative research design, which involves the collection and analysis of numerical data to obtain measurable insights. The respondents consisted of 20 personnel from the Traffic Management Office and 30 truck drivers based in Barangay Dalandanan, Valenzuela City. A purposive sampling technique—a non-probability method—was used to select individuals who are directly involved in or affected by traffic congestion in the area. Among the 50 respondents, 18 were aged between 34–41 and 42–49 years old, while only 5 were aged 18–25. All respondents were male. In terms of civil status, 27 were married, while only 1 respondent was widowed—the least represented category. Regarding respondent groups, 30 were truck drivers and 20 were Traffic Management Office (TMO) personnel. For years of service, 25 respondents had been working for 1–5 years, while 6 had over 11 years of experience—the longest service duration among the group.  In assessing the implementation of the truck ban and its impact on traffic congestion in Barangay Dalandanan, Valenzuela City, the following average ratings were observed:  Peak Hours: 3.65 (Strongly Agree). Weather Conditions: 3.56 (Strongly Agree)  Insufficient Infrastructure: 3.57 (Strongly Agree).  The most frequently reported issue was the increase in transportation costs due to rerouting, identified by 20 out of 50 respondents as a primary concern. To address the increased transportation costs due to rerouting, coordination with the Traffic Management Office (TMO) is recommended to request special permits when necessary. For the confusion caused by unclear truck ban schedules, it is advisable to conduct orientation sessions for drivers and logistics personnel to ensure a thorough understanding of the regulations. To improve the enforcement of truck ban policies, the adoption of surveillance technologies should be promoted to strengthen compliance monitoring. In response to the deterioration of road conditions due to heavy traffic on alternate routes, reinforcing road infrastructure is suggested to withstand the increased load from heavy vehicles. Lastly, to resolve the issue of longer travel times for delivery and logistics operations, adjusting delivery schedules to avoid peak traffic hours is highly recommended.