1 A QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE PROFITABILITY OF ELECTRIC CABS, SIKAD-SIKAD, AND TRICYCLES IN NAVAL BILIRAN Enrique B. Picardal Jr & Jade C. Jornales Abstract The profitability of three transportation service operations, namely electric cabs, Sikad-sikad (padyak), and tricycles, is compared in this study. These Gross profit analyses and discounted cash flow analyses, which comprise Present Net Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Benefit- Cost Ratio (BCR), and payback period, are used to determine profit. Based on the net income analysis results and the discounting analysis capabilities of a randomly selected 50 drivers, a positive return on investment was realized. The vehicle that runs on gasoline has the highest net present value, signifying the most considerable financial income. Pedicab has the highest benefit- cost ratios and the shortest payback period due to its minimal investment and operating costs. The electric Cabs, which had the highest purchase and maintenance costs, had the lowest positive return compared to the other two vehicles. However, these profit indicators only take into account cash return and do not account for intangible benefits (environmental and other social benefits). This study emphasizes the importance of encouraging the use of automobiles that are economically viable and environmentally benign. The findings could also assist local governments in devising strategies to help people earn a living while also keeping their communities healthy. Keywords: Payback, Positive Return, Internal Rate. Return, Profit