Sun.Star Baguio

I want my jeeps!

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THEREhas been talk of a phase-out of jeeps, replacing dilapidate­d units to e-jeepneys [electrical­ly powered] and for some solar driven. State of the art.

The last batch of the iconic Sarao issued jeeps may pale in comparison to the proposed improvemen­t of the jeeps, in a vlog, improvemen­ts to the pinoy jeep were detailed to perfection complete with graphics and effects.

The E-jeep will have higher roofing than the traditiona­l jeep, allowing you to stand up without hitting your head; it will also have more leg room, also allowing you to stretch while on the ride.

Seating will also be different, as designs will vary based on preference which will include choices of a bus type and face to face seating designs, some e-jeeps will also be airconditi­oned which will eliminate the smog snorted by passengers.

The e-jeeps in the long run will also dispense of the hassle passengers are subjected to by passing on fare of co passengers to the driver as the jeeps of the future will now have beep cards. Cashless. Wow.

The vlog ends with a happy looking pinoy inside the e –jeep of the future seemingly ready to go on vacation rather than commute. The face of a happy, contented and carefree commuter. I honestly wanted to scream. I love the dilapidate­d pinoy jeepney, I love the way it’s designed even if I hit my head on the roof sometimes. I find it charming that people pass on the fare of passengers to the driver as well as the change.

I also find it relaxing to look out the window of the jeeps and feel the wind on my face… yes even if there is smog. If I wanted to ride an airconditi­oned vehicle… I would get the bus or book over uber and grab.

I find the peculiarit­ies of the now bashed pinoy jeep endearing. The corny design of each jeep amuses me and gives me something to smile about each time I take the time to look at the

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