Heavy traffic, on North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), recently began due to the upcoming holiday rush. 

According to NLEX, the reason that has been seen is the large number of vehicles on the roads. Hence, motorists have difficulty passing through the entrance and exit points of NLEX, particularly in Balnitawak to Meycauayan, Bulacan.

Heavier traffic is anticipated from December 19, 2025 until January 5, 2026. NLEX Assistant Vice President for Traffic Operations, Robin Ignacio confirmed that, stating:

“We do understand na ‘yon nga po because of this holiday rush, talagang mataas po ‘yong volume and we’re expecting that until January 5" 

[We do understand it because of this holiday rush. The volume is really high and we’re expecting that until January 5."]

Heavy traffic on NLEX usually happens from 10PM to 12AM. NLEX strongly advises the motorists to travel as early as possible.

"Kung kaya pa po nilang i-adjust ng time gawin na po nila siguro.” Ignacio said

[“If they can adjust the time [for travel], perhaps they must do it."]

Moreover, good condition on vehicles and motorists must be observed to prevent road accidents that also causes heavy traffic.