Just like in many of Southeast Asian countries, Tricycles in the Philippines are undeniably one of the most popular modes of public transportation. Apart from its accessibility, the uniqueness of its design allows them to transport passengers at almost any point. Hence, tricycles are being patronized not only in most parts of the countryside but also in some parts of Metro Manila.This study underlines the importance of addressing the social impacts of the directive on tricycleban plying on National Highways. In the case of Cabanatuan City, tagged as the “TRICYCLE CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES”, the banning of tricycles on highways shall greatly affect the bustling economy of the city.Tricycle operation is one of the major provider of livelihood to tens of thousands of Cabanatueños, thus the directive from the DILG on tricycle ban is a major concern for many.This study adopted both survey and descriptive research designs. Quantitative data were presented and analysed to gain better perspective of the actual predicament facing the most basic and relevant means of public transportation in Cabanatuan City. The study findings revealed that the local public transport route plans and policies that the city is devising aim to provide a more efficient and effective public transport system in Cabanatuan.An important additional issue that was identified is the fact that Single Motorcycles are allowed to traverse on main highways yet they also pose hazards to other motor vehicles and are often caught in fatal road mishaps; henceforth, recommends the government to take a look at the case and make valuable study if the same shall be banned too