Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit shows positive developments, projects 6.6 million electric vehicles on the road by 2030
More than 6 million electric vehicles will be on Philippine roads by 2030, if the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) prediction announced during the 11th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) in 2023 comes true.Real.
“This is a huge number compared to our current starting point, but with the upward push of the industry, the support of Malacañang and all relevant government agencies as well as the With rapid private sector adoption of all forms of electric vehicles, this goal is achievable,” Edmund Araga, president of EVAP, told CleanTechnica, emphasizing the important role of promoting promote and enforce Republic Act No.11697 or the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA).
“Our estimates show that by 2030, more than half of the planned 6.6 million electric vehicles will still be two-wheelers.
Currently, about 60% of electric vehicles in the Philippines are two-wheelers,” EVAP Honorary Chairman Ferdinand Raquelsantos said while sharing his views on the industry during a pre-event press conference.
He also highlighted how effective Decree No.12, which complements the EVIDA law, is to promote more EVS in the country.
Based on this prediction, by 2030 there will be 3.6 million electric motorbikes, and based on current sales trends, electric threewheelers could account for 1.2 million units, equivalent to 25% of the market share .
This means the remaining 15% will be shared between electric buses, commercial vehicles and equipment.600,000 (10%), leaving about 5% or 300,000 for cars by 2030.
Bold predictions for the Philippine electric vehicle market depend on effective implementation.
Government policies aim to spur growth, especially in manufacturing and key infrastructure such as charging stations.
However, these estimates are flexible and will change as government policies become more responsive to market demand and more people adopt electric vehicles.
It should be noted that EVAP played a central role in the formulation and development of the law that entered into force on 15 April 2022.
This law defines government policy on efficiency, conservation, adequacy and sustainability steady energy.
The Biggest So Far
This year’s PEVS is the most comprehensive exhibition, showcasing electric cars from most automakers and distributors in the Philippines.
The 10th edition of the show featured only big names like Nissan, Mitsubishi and Hyundai, along with a host of small and medium-sized automakers displaying their fleets.11th PEVS features vehicles from Beijing Automobile Works (BAW) BYD, Chery, DongFeng, Geely, Great Wall Motors (GWM), Honqui, Hyundai, Jetour, Kia, Lotus, Nissan and SAIC-MG.
An all-electric brand called Moretti also introduced its super compact SUV.Conspicuously absent this year, Mitsubishi Motors has shown the evolution of variants of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV since the introduction of the PEVS.
Other automakers with electric and hybrid vehicles in their current or upcoming lineups that have not yet reached the 11th PEVS include GAC, Omoda and Toyota.
An estimated 100,000 visitors flocked to the 11th PEVS, held over three days from October 19 to 21 in three halls of the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.Nearly 100 exhibitors and booths were present.
Who Did What
Beijing Automobile Works (BAW) has unveiled the Pony Microcar, a four-seater microcar with a range of up to 180 km on a single charge and a top speed of 100 km/h.
The rear-wheel drive electric car has air conditioning and safety cells to protect passengers.
BYD launched his ATTO 3, a significant event for the Philippine electric vehicle market.BYD is one of the world’s leading electric car manufacturers, and the ATTO 3 is one of its most popular models.
The launch of this vehicle is expected to promote the spread of electric vehicles in the Philippines, and the Ayala EV Ecosystem is expected to make electric vehicles more familiar to Filipinos.
ATTO 3 is a compact electric SUV with a range of up to 415 km on a single charge.
It is powered by a single electric motor that produces 201 horsepower and 310 Nm of torque.The ATTO 3 is expected to be launched in the Philippines in November 2023.
Chery displayed three EVs: the Tiggo 7 Pro PHEV, the eQ1, and the eQ7.
The Tiggo 7 Pro PHEV is a plug-in hybrid electric SUV with a range of up to 50 km on pure electric power.The eQ1 is a subcompact electric car with a range of up to 300 km.
The eQ7 is a compact electric SUV with a range of up to 500 km.Dongfeng, which was responsible for the launch of the Philippines’ first electric vehicle through Diamond Auto Group EV Corporation, unveiled its latest versions Rich6 EV, EV Nano Box, and EV EC31.The Rich6 EV is a mid-size SUV with a range of up to 510 km on a single charge.The EV Nano Box is a light commercial vehicle with a range of up to 330km on a single charge.
The EV EC31 is a subcompact SUV with a range of up to 280 km on a single charge.
The company is currently building a nationwide network of electric vehicle charging stations.
Honqi introduces the super luxury EV SUV model EHS9, which has a range of up to 462 km on a single charge and can reach a maximum speed of 200 km/h.
Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH) introduced two all-electric models, the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6.Both were hailed as Global Car of the Year.
The 5 won in 2022, while the IONIQ 6 claimed the same title this year.
“It’s good to be back on this stage.
Share best practices and talk about a unified goal: green mobility.For us at Hyundai Motor, it’s more than a car, it’s a lifestyle.
Therefore, our IONIQ product line is truly designed to enable its owners to not only drive electric but also live electric.
That’s why for those ready to plug in and accelerate their electric journey, this brand makes the transition easier,” said Dongwook Lee, president of Hyundai Motor Philippines.in the plenary session on October 19.
Great Wall Motors (GWM), through its local distributor, has introduced the Ora 3 — an extremely compact, sleek and stylish electric vehicle with a curvaceous front end and sloping roofline.It is equipped with a single electric motor with 135 horsepower and 210 Nm of torque.It is powered by a 48.8 kWh lithium-ion battery, giving the Ora 3 EV a range of up to 400 km on a single charge.Ora 3 EV can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 8 seconds and reach a maximum speed of 160 km/h.Jetour has introduced the Ice Cream EV, a boxy, retro-inspired electric crossover with a range of up to 70 miles on a single charge.
The Ice Cream EV is powered by a single electric motor that produces 122 horsepower and 190 Nm of torque.Lotus introduces Etre, a high-performance electric SUV with a range of up to 600 km on a single charge.It is equipped with a dual-motor electric powertrain that produces up to 905 horsepower and 726 pound-feet of torque.Eletre can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.7 seconds.It will sell for 9.99 million pesos, but the final MSRP is expected to be around 10.999 million pesos.
A new product is the Moretti Super Compact Micro-SUV, a new micro electric vehicle with a range of up to 200 km on a single charge.It is equipped with a single electric motor with 48 horsepower and 120 Nm of torque.
The super compact SUV is a small and versatile electric vehicle, perfect for city driving.
Special mention: Nissan LEAF
The Japanese automaker introduced the latest variant of the LEAF and has supported PEVS since 2018.
Besides the Toyota Prius, the LEAF is the only other electrified vehicle in the Philippines and is 100% electric.pioneer of this country.
This is also one of the most popular electric car models in the world since its launch in 2009.
LEAF has a range of up to 311 km on a single charge and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds., and it plays an important role in the development of the electric vehicle market in the Philippines.LEAF has helped raise awareness about electric vehicles in the Philippines.
Its success has shown that EVs are a viable option for Filipino consumers, and it has encouraged other automakers to launch their own EVs in the country.
It has also helped to develop the EV infrastructure in the Philippines.
Nissan has installed a number of charging stations in its own dealerships around the country, and it has partnered with other companies to develop more charging infrastructure.
Nissan Leaf is a pioneering electric car model that plays an important role in the development of the electric vehicle market in the Philippines.This is an affordable, practical and reliable electric vehicle that is very suitable for Filipino consumers.
What The EVIDA Does
Under the EVIDA Act, businesses and government agencies are required to include electric vehicles (EVs) in at least 5% of their vehicle fleets.
The law also provides electric vehicle users with reserved parking spaces equipped with electric vehicle charging stations at public and private facilities, ensuring convenient charging.
Additional incentives under this law include exemptions from traffic code regulations, priority registration, and expedited processing of franchise applications for public transportation fleets.
To strengthen the local electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing sector, EVAP leaders are lobbying for government incentives.
The Ministry of Trade and Industry is actively studying a program similar to the Global Automotive Revitalization Strategy, which would provide subsidies for domestically produced electric vehicles and components.
Furthermore, Executive Order (EO) 12 plays a key role in improving the cost competitiveness of electric vehicles in the Philippine market.
This EO eliminates customs duties on imported fully assembled electric vehicles for a period of five years.
EVAP is also encouraged by the exemption of excise tax on electric vehicles and a 50% reduction of excise tax on hybrid vehicles, thanks to the tax reform of the Acceleration and Inclusion Law.
What Is Next For PEVS?
“Working closely with our partner, the Department of Energy, we are committed to accelerating electric vehicle deployment nationwide, as outlined in the Comprehensive Industry Roadmap,” said EVAP President Edmund Araga.
electric vehicle industry (CREVI).
CREVI serves as the guiding framework for the overall implementation of the EVIDA law.
This year’s PEVS highlight is the launch of the United Nations Industrial Development Project (UNIDO), which aims to accelerate the adoption and scale-up of electric mobility to grow the carbon emissions in low-cost cities.The 11th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit is organized by EVAP and hosted by Manila Electric Company (MERALCO) in collaboration with the Department of Energy (DOE) and Nissan Philippines, Inc.
