MANILA, Philippines—NLEX Corporation on Monday said that it will charge higher toll beginning Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Under the new toll matrix, motorists traveling anywhere within the open system will pay an additional P6 for Class 1 vehicles (regular cars and SUVs), P12 for Class 2 vehicles (buses and small trucks), and P16 for Class 3 vehicles. The open system runs from Metro Manila in the cities of Navotas, Valenzuela, and Caloocan to Marilao, Bulacan, while the closed system covers the portion between Bocaue, Bulacan, and Sta. Ines, Mabalacat City, Pampanga, as well as Subic-Tipo. Meanwhile, those traveling the full length of NLEX between Metro Manila and Mabalacat City will pay an additional P24 for Class 1 vehicles, P60 for Class 2 vehicles, and P72 for Class 3 vehicles. A closed system charges motorists based on the exact distance traveled, while an open system charges fixed fees. The adjustment follows the prescribed regulatory process and underwent thorough review by the Toll Regulatory Board.