Owners of hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles were in uproar earlier this week when the head of the Philippine National Police – Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG), Acting HPG Director, Police Colonel Hansel M. Marantan told reporters that owners of hybrid vehicles must “first secure certification...
DFSK has introduced the EC75, an all-electric commercial van designed to meet the growing demands of logistics and fleet operations in the Philippines. Positioned as a practical and sustainable transport option, the EC75 underscores the increasing shift toward electrification in the commercial...
The fastest production car in the world is not a Koenigsegg, Bugatti or SSC. It’s a BYD. Specifically, it’s a U9 Xtreme (U9X), from BYD’s luxury sub-brand, Yangwang. The vehicle achieved a top speed of 496.21 km/h in a closed circuit in Germany. The feat was achieved with Yangwang’s latest...
As electric vehicle adoption grows in the Philippines, concerns about charging safety during unpredictable weather remain at the forefront for many owners. With weeks shifting between high temperatures and prolonged rainfall, it is imperative that EV drivers seek reliable information on how to keep...
A recent study has raised concerns over the Philippines’ readiness to transition to electric mobility, pointing to a significant skills gap that could slow down the sector’s growth if left unaddressed. The research, titled 'Driving a Just Transition to E-Mobility in the Philippines,...
Luxury EV maker, Hongqi, introduces newer versions of its top models. Unveiled at EVOxTerra’s HQ, the TDG In.Hub Atrium in Taguig, the new E-HS9 and E-QM5 Plus bore new looks and upgrades to offer customers improved driving ranges and an even more distinctive look. The most significant upgrades...
Volvo has updated the prices of its latest fully-electric model, the EX30. The model is available in two variants — the Core RWD and Ultra RWD Extended Range — allowing customers to choose based on their preferred performance and range requirements. The EX30 Core RWD Pure Electric is now priced...
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...
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...
EV owners will now be able to find Shell EV Recharge stations in their Evro app. Evro, the country’s first brand-agnostic e-Mobility Service Provider (eMSP), has officially partnered with Shell Pilipinas Corporation (Shell) to integrate Shell stations into their network. This marks the first...
GMA Network executives and Sparkle GMA artists arrived in style at the recent GMA Gala 2025 last August 2 aboard Li Auto vehicles. Li Auto Philippines served as the official mobility partner for the highly anticipated event at the Grand Ballroom of Manila Marriott Hotel, Pasay City. More than...
Despite being one of the earlier fully-electric vehicle offerings in the country, the Lexus RZ 450e continues to be the lone fully-electric model in the Lexus Philippines lineup. Though many competing brands now offer multiple models in several categories, Lexus has focused on the predecessor’s...
