Pasay City is reviving its free community shuttle service, starting 12 August 2025, to make daily travel easier for residents while advancing its smart city vision. The program builds on the success of the Toyota Community Shuttle (TCS), which ran from December 2023 to January 2025.
This time, Toyota Mobility Solutions Philippines (TMSPH) is once again providing the tech backbone. Passengers can plan routes and reserve seats through the myTOYOTA Shuttle PH app, while city administrators will use the Toyota Fleet Connected Service to monitor vehicle usage and driving behavior. The system helps ensure rides are efficient, safe, and well-managed.
The service uses five Toyota Lite Ace units, all donated by Toyota Motor Philippines in March 2025. For the city government, this setup means they can track demand, adjust schedules, and keep the vehicles in top shape without guesswork. For commuters, it means a free ride they can count on, complete with a way to book a seat in advance.
The continuation of the shuttle service is part of Pasay City’s effort to address transportation challenges faced by workers, students and residents who depend on short-distance travel. The program also helps reduce daily commute stress and supports the city’s long-term plan to develop smart, connected public services.
The TCS program is part of Toyota’s corporate social responsibility initiatives, designed to help local governments improve mobility through shared and connected technologies. By combining free rides with real-time data, the program offers a model for how public-private partnerships can work to address urban transport needs.
The relaunch event at Pasay City Hall brought together key figures from both the city and Toyota. In attendance were Mayor Calixto-Rubiano, Vice Mayor Mark Calixto, Councilor Ian Vendivel, Toyota Motor Philippines senior vice president Jhohana Mamonong, TMSPH president Ma. Christina Fe Arevalo, and chief operating officer Ryo Yokoyama.
Officials say they will continue refining the system based on data gathered from the apps. This includes identifying high-demand areas, improving frequency, and ensuring maintenance is done on time. The city hopes that the improved efficiency and convenience will encourage more residents to use the free shuttle, reducing traffic congestion in busy areas.
In the end, a smarter city starts with smarter rides, and in Pasay, that ride will not cost you a peso.