Jeepneys are the unofficial national vehicle of the Philippines. Originally made from modified surplus US jeeps after World War II by companies like Sarao, they developed into a colorful and stylized form of public transportation.
Below is a Pinoy Ultimate Jeepney Design Contest winner, taken by Carlo Lorenzo.
Here in LA you can even take a jeepney tour around Historic Filipinotown. Be sure to stop somewhere and get an ensaymada or siopao!
(Image: Wikipedia)
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