Coming home from New York, I did a quick detour to the Malaysia Auto Show last May. The week-long show was full of EVs (reporting on that too), and as usual, I didn’t fully cover the show because I was in Malaysia for a technology and energy activity. The side … [continued]
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast announced on Tuesday the nationwide expansion of its green transformation incentives and an ambitious plan to deploy 150,000 battery-swapping stations across the country. The company is timing the launch of the battery swapping stations on September 9, Vietnam’s National Day, as part of its third-phase … [continued]
Bollywood has long been synonymous with the spectacular. On the silver screen, cars fly through the air, defy gravity, and emerge from explosive crashes with nary a scratch. It’s a world where the laws of physics are merely suggestions, and the hero’s ride is often a fantastical prop designed for … [continued]
Here is the truth the rest of the world isn’t paying too much attention to: India has emerged as a renewable energy powerhouse, transforming from a coal-dependent economy to becoming the world’s third-largest renewable energy producer in less than a decade. This remarkable transition showcases how developing nations can successfully … [continued]
Last week, the official state carmaker Hongqi updated its E-HS9 and E-QM5 Plus luxury vehicles and previewed the HS3 plug-in hybrid SUV. EVOxTerra Inc., the exclusive distributor for Hongqi in the Philippines, said the move is part of the brand’s broader strategy to expand its global footprint and position itself … [continued]
The Philippines has 7,641 islands. One of the most serene and relatively isolated of them is the island of Siquijor. The island is a province on its own in the Central Visayas region. In terms of size, it is the third smallest province-island in the Philippines, both in terms of … [continued]
Foton Motor Philippines, Inc. hosted an “EV Forward” event at its Clark assembly plant, showcasing its comprehensive lineup of electric vehicles. The event was held in collaboration with the Clark Development Corporation (CDC), reaffirming its strong support for the initiative. CDC President and CEO Atty. Agnes VST Devanadera emphasized the … [continued]
The Philippines is officially entering a new era of energy with a landmark 4.99 MW floating solar plant on the Malubog Reservoir in Toledo City, Cebu. The floating photovoltaic farm is a pioneering project, a collaboration between Carmen Copper Corp. and the global engineering firm Black & Veatch. It … [continued]
Having worked for a Japanese car company, I know that there are only two kinds of car builders: engineers and great engineers. Thus, in an industry traditionally dominated by seasoned engineers and established automotive giants, KG Motors and its groundbreaking Mibot EV are particularly striking due to the unconventional background … [continued]
Ford Philippines launched the Mustang Mach-E Premium EV in the Philippines on August 8, priced at PHP 3,499,000 (~$61,690). It features a 98.7-kWh (88 kWh usable) battery with a 550 km range, dual motors providing 394 hp and 678 Nm torque, and electronic AWD. The design combines a classic Mustang … [continued]
