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Motorists will have this convenience soon thanks to a partnership between the Department of Energy (DOE) and motorcycle taxi riding service Angkas. The partnership facilitates the real-time monitoring of pump prices at individual stations via a mobile phone platform.
Developed by the DOE, the platform allows Angkas riders to scan DOE quick response (QR) codes to report fuel prices to consumers, as posted in a specific retail outlet (RO). An assessment on the services and facilities of ROs is also included.
“This initiative is another testament to the DOE’s commitment in ensuring the responsiveness of our liquid fuels retail market under a regime of fair prices and quality public service,” Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi said.