Post-World War II is almost over in the Philippines

According to Reuters "The maker of Manila's 'King of the Road' fears it could be losing its crown as financial difficulties slowly force the iconic jeepney off the road. Sarao Motors Inc. was one of the pioneers behind the conversion of surplus U.S. military jeeps into passenger vehicles in the Philippines after World War Two, and the colorful, iconic buses are still the country's most popular public transport. But higher fuel prices, saturated jeepney routes and alternative modes of transport, including mini-vans and Manila's lightrail, could spell stop for the family-run firm. 'We have accepted that we may have to throw in the towel,' said Ed Sarao, whose father Leonardo started the business over 50 years ago, adding they may have to halt production at the factory south of Manila."

I wonder what impact less jeepneys will have on Manila's traffic and pollution level?

Photo from Quiapo, Metro Manila, August 2007.