Extended Motor Vehicle Registration Act: Everything you need to know

Here’s everything you need to know about House Bill 8438 or the Extended Motor Vehicle Registration Act.

HB08438 Explanatory Note

Here’s the HB08438 Explanatory note.

House Bill 8438 is a 5-year registration validity pushed by Cagayan de Oro City 1st District Representative Lordan G. Suan to benefit millions of motorists in the country.

What is the proposed validity period for brand-new motor vehicles under House Bill 8438?

• Under House Bill 8438, the certificate of registration for brand-new motor vehicles will be valid for five years.

What is the proposed validity period for brand-new motorcycles under House Bill 8438? 

• House Bill 8438 proposes a validity period of three years for the certificate of registration of brand-new motorcycles.

How long will the registration validity be for motor vehicles that are five to seven years old under House Bill 8438? 

• According to House Bill 8438, motor vehicles that are five to seven years old will have a validity period of three years for their registration.

What is the proposed validity period for motor vehicles that are eight to nine years old under House Bill 8438? 

• House Bill 8438 proposes a validity period of two years for the registration of motor vehicles that are eight to nine years old.

Which vehicles are required to renew their registration every year under House Bill 8438? 

• Only motor vehicles that are 10 years old and older are required to renew their registration every year under House Bill 8438.

How often should motorcycles that are three to seven years old renew their certificates of registration under House Bill 8438? 

• According to House Bill 8438, motorcycles that are three to seven years old should renew their certificates of registration every two years.

How often should motorcycles that are eight years old and above renew their certificates of registration under House Bill 8438? 

• House Bill 8438 proposes that motorcycles that are eight years old and above should renew their certificates of registration every year.

What are the benefits of House Bill 8438 for motorists and riders? 

• The benefits of House Bill 8438 for motorists and riders include reduced administrative burdens, fewer visits to the Land Transportation Office (LTO), time and cost savings, enhanced efficiency and productivity, and improved overall customer satisfaction.

Does House Bill 8438 prioritize road safety? 

• Yes, House Bill 8438 emphasizes the importance of road safety. It reinforces safety requirements such as mandatory inspections, emission testing, and compliance with traffic regulations.

How can individuals support House Bill 8438? 

• Individuals can support House Bill 8438 by urging their congressmen, riders, and concerned citizens to rally behind it.