BYD Ready To Electrify Philippine Bus Services, If The Philippines Is Ready - CleanTechnica

BYD, the world’s leading electric bus manufacturer, has expressed readiness to support the electrification of public bus services in the Philippines, particularly targeting the busy Metro Manila EDSA Busway corridor. Liu Xueliang, General Manager of BYD Asia Pacific’s Auto Sales Division, emphasized BYD’s capability to address the country’s public transport needs with electric solutions. BYD’s involvement in the Philippines began in 2018 with the supply of ten electric buses through a partnership with Columbian Motors Corporation, followed by a 2020 donation of two electric buses to the Department of Energy for demonstration purposes. These early efforts aimed to showcase the viability of electric buses in the local context despite challenges related to infrastructure, climate, and road conditions. Beyond public transit, BYD has expanded its footprint in the Philippines through partnerships with companies like Meralco, deploying electric vehicles in corporate fleets, and providing electric buses for Cebu Pacific’s airport shuttle services. These initiatives have helped build familiarity and acceptance of BY