Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is strengthening its push for nuclear energy in the Philippines, expanding its partnerships in South Korea to explore and develop small modular reactors (SMRs). On Tuesday, August 19, Meralco announced a new agreement with DL Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd, a...
The Department of Energy (DOE) is rolling out the first electrification projects for the year, partnering with five electric cooperatives (ECs) in Luzon and Visayas to address power strains in remote areas. In a statement on Tuesday, Aug. 19, the DOE announced the signing of a memorandum of...
Even emergency response operations are getting electrified. ACMobility, in partnership with BYD Philippines, has officially handed over four electrified vehicles to the Ayala Foundation to enhance its emergency response operations. The donation consista of three BYD Shark 6 DMO pickups and one BYD...
Toyota adds some sporting character to the Yaris Cross lineup with the introduction of the Yaris Cross SE Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV). Positioned as the sportiest version in the range, the SE HEV improves upon the S HEV variant by combining additional styling elements and digital features with...
Tesla has enhanced its charging network in the Philippines by adding four new sites as part of its strategy to increase accessibility by strategically placing chargers based on traffic data, customer feedback, and proximity to popular destinations. These new locations are Destination Charging...
BAGUIO CITY – A new electric vehicle (EV) shuttle system is expected to ease traffic, cut emissions, and provide free transport for residents, workers, and tourists in Camp John Hay here. Dubbed the “John Hay Loop,” the service will operate three EV units that can carry up to 31 passengers...
Jaecoo is about to expand its lineup with an SUV that combines the best traits of internal combustion engines (ICE) and electric vehicles (EV). The Jaecoo J7 SHS (Super Hybrid System) is set to launch very soon, offering customers an exceptional balance of exhilarating performance and remarkable...
Keen to advance nuclear energy development, Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is set to receive funding support from the United States (US) government nearly three years after it first sought assistance to explore the potential of small modular reactors (SMRs). On the sidelines...
BYD’s Ocean Series (the Dolphin, Seal, and now Sealion) leans on marine names to link new energy vehicles with the image of a cleaner planet. We were made to ponder that connection over a multi-province drive that would stitch the dream of a cleaner environment to the realities of the...
To strengthen its electricity services and support upcoming infrastructure projects, the Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has announced the completion of nine major projects in the second quarter of the year. In a statement, Meralco said these capital expenditure (capex) projects, worth around ₱1.09...
Power distributor Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) announced on Tuesday, Aug. 12, an increase in electricity rates this month, primarily due to higher pass-through charges and a weakened local currency. According to Meralco, the overall rate for a typical household is now ₱13.2703 per kilowatt per...
Ford Philippines marks its official entry into the electrified vehicle space with the launch of its two new models, the Territory Hybrid, and the fully electric Mach-E both on the same day. We’ve covered the Territory Hybrid in a prior story. Ford’s second vehicle is its entry to the...
