It’s not a stretch to say that the past couple of months have already radically changed the local automotive landscape. Electrified vehicles — whether plug-in hybrid or full electric — are a more common sight on the daily commute. Simply count the number of BYD Sealion 6 SUVs you see on the road and the number will surprise you.

It’s not hard to see why. The conflict in the middle east has made fuel prices have become wildly unstable. Traffic is becoming worse and a full-featured car is becoming a more valuable asset in the commute.

Granted, getting a new car is not something motorists consider lightly. There’s many factors to study like the big upfront cost, the overall value the car brings, the necessary maintenance, and the assurance that it can easily be maintained over the next couple of years. With all these matters in mind, it’s becoming clear why BYD is becoming a top choice among buyers looking for a new car to carry them through what could be a shaky future.

There are numbers to back up this new development. There are currently 30,000+ BYDs on Philippine roads. 26,122 out of those 30,000+ were sold in 2025 alone. This is the result of two years of presence in the Philippine market under the distribution of ACMobility, a subsidiary of the Ayala Group of Companies. With the spike in interest in hybrid and full electric vehicles due to the fuel crisis, BYD may be on track to match or even exceed last year’s figure, allowing it to maintain its third place in total Philippine automotive sales.

How has BYD suddenly become one of the country’s top brands, overtaking others that have been operating in the country for decades? The answer isn’t one single car, but the overall proposition each BYD purchase represents.

First off, there’s the savings. A new BYD car — whether plug-in hybrid or full electric — offers savings right off the bat. A plug-in hybrid model offers reduced fuel costs because of its super DM-i technology that combines an electric powertrain with a gasoline engine, offering power source flexibility and longer range than a conventional ICE-based car. A full electric car offers even more savings, being up to 70% cheaper to run (based on current electricity costs) than an ICE.

There’s no one single car that can perfectly suit every driver. As such, BYD offers 14 models; 8 fully electric, and 6 plug-in hybrids in various body styles to suit each need. Choose something as small as the Seagull EV, all the way to a plush 7-seater like the eMAX 9 DM-i, or continue to drive when the road ends with a Shark 6 DMO. Whichever you choose, every BYD car benefits from the number coding exemption provided to plug-in hybrid or full electric vehicles, allowing the car to be used every day to truly maximize its value.

Besides the fuel savings, the cars themselves are deals that are hard to ignore. A Sealion 6 DM-i, for example, can be had for nearly P1M less than a comparable hybrid of the same class and size from a Japanese or Korean brand. Yet the in-car amenities, features, and especially technology are easily at par, if not better. The price difference may not be as extreme for models like the Seal 5 DM-i or Sealion 5 DM-i, but the packages are still arguably better. In addition, BYD Super DM-i models also offer the convenience of plugging in to recharge, allowing the first 50–170 km (depending on the model) of any journey to be completely electric.

The practicality doesn’t end with a purchase, as these vehicles continue to pay dividends for years after. The regular Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS) for each vehicle is set at a leisurely once-a-year, minimizing both visits and costs. There are 80+ dealerships across the Philippines, ensuring service is never far away from where you live. There’s also free 24/7 roadside assistance, making help just a call away.

Furthermore, each car is powered by a BYD Blade Battery, rigorously tested and refined to be one of the safest vehicle batteries on the market. BYD has confidently covered it with a lengthy 8-year warranty, ensuring customers need not worry about battery depletion or reduced range for a long time.

Easily the biggest question many buyers have is about charging. And thankfully, BYD has an answer for this as well. Purchasing a BYD is not just a transaction, but a service that continues to pay dividends. Each vehicle purchase comes with a portable charger and wall charger (installation care of Greenstrum), instantly providing each owner with two ways to charge. On top of this, ACMobility has already deployed 200+ charging locations and hubs. You don’t need to remember where they are as ACMobility’s EVRO App will locate the nearest unoccupied charging point for you. Finally, there’s also Power-on-Wheels that brings the charging service to a time and place you can set, wherever you are in Metro Manila.

There’s no better proof of BYD Cars’ reliability and the accessibility of ACMobility’s charging network than an actual drive around the country. Both were recently put to the test in the record-breaking "Drive Electric". Love Pinas." nationwide electrified drive. The Guinness World record attempt had the vehicles traverse over 3,500 kilometers across 107 cities and municipalities nationwide during a single continuous journey. Over varying road conditions, weather, and side trips, BYD proved that nationwide electrified travel is now possible with their vehicles - even bagging two Guinness World Records for their efforts.

All told, it’s becoming clear what the growing number of BYDs are implying. More and more Filipino families are not just looking for a car, but for long term peace of mind. It’s future-proofing. BYD cars — with the long term savings they offer, safe batteries with long warranties, and comprehensive charging ecosystem , service and free 24/7 roadside assistance — ensure the car will continue to be worth every penny, not just in the next few years, but next decades. These and more advantages are part of the BYD ownership experience. Visit BYDCarsPH.com to learn more.