MOVE IT Unveils “MILAMIG WINS”, Makes Moto-Taxi Summer Commutes Cooler and More Rewarding

With summer in full swing, MOVE IT is turning daily motorcycle taxi commutes into cool wins with MILAMIG WINS — a thrilling rewards campaign that turns every moto-taxi ride into a jackpot by offering passengers the chance to score exciting and exclusive prizes.

Until June 30, every five completed rides on the MOVEIT app unlocks access to the MILAMIG Wins in-app raffle, where passengers can win from a pool of 7 million prizes available - from chill-worthy rewards such as Jisulife portable fans, a year’s supply of milk tea, air conditioners, refrigerators, and a grand getaway to snow-covered Sapporo, Japan.

“With MILAMIG WINS, we’ve reimagined the summer commute to be not just bearable, but genuinely rewarding,” said Wayne Jacinto, MOVE IT General Manager. “This is our way of giving back to our loyal passengers - offering them exciting rewards and prizes while continuing to deliver a safe, reliable, and convenient ride experience.”

How to Join MILAMIG WINS

Step 1:

Ride with MOVE IT Five times.

Complete 5 trips on the MoveIt app.

Step 2:

Get an in-app message

After your fifth ride, you’ll receive a special in-app alert telling you it’s time to play. So be sure to always check your messages in your MOVE IT app inbox!

Step 3:

Click “Play and Win MILAMIG Prizes”

Tap the message to start your chance at winning.

Step 4:

Copy your unique code and click “Play Now”

Use your one-time code to unlock the game.

Step 5:

Play and win cool MILAMIG prizes

From Jisulife fans to trips to Japan and a year’s supply of milk tea — every ride gets you closer to a win!

Whether it’s a trip to a summer hotspot or just the office down the road, passengers now have more reasons to choose MOVE IT — and more ways to win while they’re at it.

This summer, stay cool and ride to win with MILAMIG WINS. For more information, visit www.moveitmilamigwins.com. Promo runs from April 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025 only. DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-219791 Series of 2025.

TWG sanctions Grab-Move It to rightsize fleet, stop operations in Cebu, Cagayan de Oro amid accidents

 The Motorcycle Taxi Technical Working Group (MC Taxi TWG) has imposed sanctions on Grab-Move It, the Grab-operated motorcycle taxi platform, for repeatedly violating government-imposed fleet limits and failing to comply with mandatory reporting rules under the motorcycle taxi pilot study.

In a formal order, the TWG directed Grab-Move It to rightsize its fleet to what has been allocated to them by the government and stop operations in areas where they have not been granted authority to operate, such as Cebu and Cagayan de Oro.

Grab-Move It has also been directed to fully comply with reportorial requirements on activation, deactivation, and reactivation of riders.

The sanction stemmed from a December 2024 Show Cause Order, where motorcycle taxi companies have been asked to explain allegations of breaching its rider allocations.

Records submitted to the TWG confirm that Grab-Move It was allowed 6,836 motorcycle taxi units by the government, but it was discovered that it operates with at least 14,662 riders— more than double its allowed number, and deemed “colorum” units against the law.

Grab-Move It was also found to have failed to report rider status changes, a key compliance requirement. The company did not refute this lapse in its response.

The TWG noted that these violations resulted in thousands of unauthorized motorcycle taxis on the road, raising concerns over safety, transparency, and regulatory oversight.

The company was likewise ordered to halt operations in Cebu and Cagayan de Oro, where it was operating without any approval or allocation from the TWG.

The Motorcycle Taxi TWG warned Grab-Move It that failure to comply with the directives will lead to further regulatory measures, including suspension of its authority to operate.

Aside from its failure to follow regulatory procedures, Grab-Move It has been criticized over a series of accidents and viral complaints involving reckless rider behavior, putting their onboarding practices and enforcement of safety standards in question.

Sen. Raffy Tulfo, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Public Services, also called the attention of Grab for the policy requiring drivers to shoulder the 20% fare discounts granted to students, senior citizens, and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) revealed during a Senate probe that Grab has already been fined millions of pesos for fare-related violations.

Since 2018, Grab has been penalized with fines amounting to ₱86.7 million, including ₱16.15 million for fare standards violations and driver cancellations. 

MOVE IT promises commuters ‘Aabot Ka Sa Ganap’

 Homegrown motorcycle taxi app touts a fast and seamless booking experience, promising a ride confirmation in less than two minutes

In the hustle and bustle of the metro cities, the ceaseless ebb and flow of heavy traffic is the norm. Amid this challenge, a single question persistently stands, "Will I punctually make my appointment?".

The central character in MOVE IT's latest whimsical video experiences this urban predicament. The character's tension – arriving at an unusual scene where his family is being interviewed by a winged TV reporter, underscores the impact of transportation challenges on commuters' ability to attend critical events. The lack of context only amplifies the surreal nature of the situation.

To end the suspense from watching the original video, MOVE IT invites the viewers to book a MOVE IT ride and uncover the true unfolding of events. In the alternate rendition of the video, the storyline diverges, underscoring MOVE IT's commitment to helping every passenger reach their crucial engagements.

The online video showcases MOVE IT’s pledge to every passenger: "Aabot Ka Sa Ganap". This promise primarily stands on the platform’s efficient booking time. According to records, compared to the previous year, passengers can now secure a MOVE IT booking in as little as two minutes.

A Reliable Transportation Option

MOVE IT’s confidence in promising “Aabot Ka Sa Ganap” stems from its many efforts to improve the efficiency and productivity of its fleet of rider-partners – ensuring its supply of professional moto-taxi service providers meets the demand of Filipino commuters. 

• Improved Supply: The MOVE IT team has expanded its capacity to assess and upskill a larger number of rider-partners. These partners – after undergoing professional training and assessment – are seamlessly integrated into the MOVE IT platform. This year, MOVE IT has launched a rider-onboarding caravan in diverse areas across Metro Manila, Cebu, and Cagayan de Oro – optimizing the allocation of slots for its services in these regions.

• Auto-Accept Booking: The Auto-Accept Booking feature is an opt-in tool designed for MOVE IT rider-partners. It intelligently assigns passengers who are located within a specific radius of the rider-partner's current passenger's drop-off point. This feature facilitates back-to-back bookings for rider-partners, thereby enhancing their productivity and enabling them to serve a larger number of passengers.

• Set Destination: Rider-partners' productivity is enhanced by effectively assigning them passengers who are headed towards their final destination, even while they are on their way home. This efficient allocation ensures that no trip is wasted and maximizes the use of their time and resources effectively. 

• Heatmap: This feature strategically directs MOVE IT rider-participants towards areas of high demand, effectively aligning the supply of moto-taxi service providers with locations where a substantial number of passengers are seeking rides.

MOVE IT General Manager Wayne Jacinto shares, “Ang pangunahing layunin namin sa MOVE IT ay tanggalin ang alinlangan ng mga komyuter kung mayroon ba silang masasakyan na maghahatid sa kanila sa kanilang mga destinasyon. Kaya ang simple naming pangako ay aabot ka, kahit ano pa ‘yang inyong ganap.  Ang kumpiyansa na maipangako ito ay bunga ng sipag at dedikasyon ng aming libo-libong rider-partners. Mula noong aming relaunch noong 2023, kami ay patuloy na nagtitiyak sa aming mga pasahero na ang MOVE IT ay maghahatid ng serbisyong maasahan, ligtas, at tapat.”

‘Kayang-kaya rin namin 'yan!’, say top women drivers, riders on Grab and MOVE IT

More than 20 women driver and riders from Grab and MOVE IT were recognized at the recent Babae Ako, Babiyahe Ako: Women’s Month Event 2023

 Grab Philippines and partner motorcycle taxi company MOVE IT recognized their top female driver- and delivery-partners on Sunday, March 17, at the Babae Ako, Babiyahe Ako: Women’s Month Event. Recognized for their exemplary performance, high order and ride completion, and positive customer rating, the awardees stand as paragons of female excellence on the road. 

Among the awardees is Veronica Arabe, a 66-year-old GrabTaxi driver-partner from Baguio City. “Bilang isang single parent, napakalaki po nang nabago sa aking buhay buhat noong ako ay nag-GrabTaxi. Isa po sa mga pinakamahalagang naidulot sa akin ng GrabTaxi ay ang pagpapatapos ko ng aking tatlong anak sa kolehiyo. Blessing po talaga ito sa aming mag-anak,” shares Arabe. Having started on the Grab platform in 2019, Arabe shares that Grab has made her more confident in steering the wheel daily, traversing roads safely and worry-free as she relies on features such as passenger identification, GrabMaps, and Share-Your-Ride. 

66-year-old Veronica Arabe proudly represents the Grab fleet from Baguio City, which she has been a part of since 2019

Joining Arabe in the roster of women driver honorees is the youngest GrabCar driver-partner in Iloilo City – 22-year-old Arianne Hinara Claire Geguera. Having just finished her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Criminology at the St. Therese MTC- Colleges, Geguera immediately joined GrabCar as she prepares for the next chapter in her career. “After graduation, sumali po ako agad sa GrabCar para maging driver-partner. Ito po ay para makapag-ipon ako pang-review at board exam. Nagiging stepping stone ko po ang Grab sa pag-fulfill po ng aking pangarap na maging parte ng Tri-Bureau.” Geguera shares she appreciates the flexibility of time being a GrabCar driver. Being her own boss, she gets to balance her own time as she allots some days for her board exam review. 

Arianne Hinara Claire Geguera joined the GrabCar fleet in Iloilo right after graduation to save up for her board exam expenditures

The top two-wheel women drivers also took center stage during the event, and one of them is Sheryl Barrantes from MOVE IT. Barrantes reveals that even though she has been with MOVE IT for just under a year, she has already seen  how she is able to achieve optimal earnings on the moto-taxi platform, which she uses to support her family. “Ang ganda po ng kita ko sa MOVE IT. Dito ko po kinukuha ang pang-dialysis ng aking tatay at ang pangangailangan naming sa araw-araw. Ang mga kagaya ko pong female MOVE IT riders na nandirito ngayon ang patunay na ang kalsada at ang pangraride-hailing ay di lamang para sa mga kalalakihan.” 

Sheryl Barrantes (center) supports the medical needs of her father through her earnings on the MOVE IT platform

Hailing from different backgrounds yet these brave, dedicated female drivers and riders share a loud and clear call for all current and aspiring women Ate Grab and Ate MOVE IT: “Kayang-kaya rin namin 'yan!”. Besides the awardees, thousands other women drivers from all over the Philippines flocked to the Metro Tent Convention Center in Pasig as the leading superapp and the homegrown moto-taxi company reiterated their commitment to creating inclusive livelihood opportunities for every Filipino – shaping a more gender-neutral transportation sector. 

Grab Philippines, together with MOVE IT, has recently rolled out a comprehensive Women Program under the social-upliftment campaign GrabAsenso. The key facets of the program include a series of trainings on topics like vehicle maintenance, first aid, and preventive servicing co-facilitated with agencies TESDA, MMDA and Philippine Commission on Women. The leading superapp has also officially activated its Women Preference Toggle – a new tech feature on the Grab driver app that is exclusive to women driver-partners. The Women Preference Toggle prioritizes the pairing of women drivers with female passengers, singinifcantly increasing the confidence of driver-partners in safely plying the roads of the metro.