Car brands normally put out press releases about their sales figures per month, or quarter. That said, the best indicator of growth is still the prominence of the brand on the streets. It’s easy to say that you’re selling a lot but it only rings true if you can see it on every major road each day.
Such is the case for BYD here in the Philippines. If you’re on the lookout for an electrified vehicle, for sure you’ve seen them around and got curious. If there’s any meaning to their number on the road, it simply means Filipinos trust them more than any other new energy brand in the country.
New benchmark
The Shenzhen-based company has grown out of their homeland and has beaten the (formerly) top name in their field. BYD is now the world’s No. 1 New Energy Vehicle brand, with presence in more than 70 countries in 6 continents.
They also continuously set new standards in safety. Many of their models get 5-star ratings from European and Australasian New Car Assessment Program which have the most stringent testing standards globally. That includes models that arrive here in the Philippines.
Pinas proof
The Philippines may not have been in BYD’s thoughts when they were developing cars but their models certainly withstand the intense chaos of our roads. From bumper to bumper city traffic, rainy days, highways, expressways, to rough provincial roads, BYD cars can tackle them all.
The cabin is quiet, the aircon is cold, the ride is supple, and the overall experience is comfortable. Add their ultra-safe Blade battery, the Super DM-i technology of their hybrids and e-Platform 3.0 of their electric cars and you’ll really have a solid modern driving experience with each BYD car.
Very efficient for the price
Even if you’re not ready for a full-electric vehicle, BYD’s hybrid offerings offer an EV-like experience without the range anxiety. Their Dual-Mode Intelligent (DM-i) platform is a plug-in hybrid system that has a larger battery than a typical hybrid car.
This allows their hybrids to have an EV-only mode with a lot of mileage, as well as a lot of battery space to store energy, giving you more electric power and sipping less of your fuel. In fact, if you’re just driving around the city, you may run it on pure electric power alone - daily. BYD says you can save up to 70% in fuel costs with their cars, giving you cleaner means of mobility.
Growing network
Believe it or not, BYD has been in the country even before the pandemic. However, it was only in 2023 when ACMobility took the reins as the distributor for this new energy brand. Since then, they have built a network of more than 80 dealerships nationwide. This lets you get and maintain your BYD car in the three major islands of the country.
Your BYD vehicle also comes with a portable charger and wall charger, complemented by ACMobility’s nationwide charging network with more than 200 charging points accessible through the Evro app.
This growing ecosystem was put to the ultimate test through the record-breaking Drive Electric. Love Pinas. Campaign done earlier this year, where BYD vehicles successfully traversed over 3,500 kilometers across 107 cities and municipalities nationwide, earning two Guinness World Records and proving that long-distance electrified travel across the Philippines is already possible today.
BYD for everyone
It’s not an exaggeration to say that you will find the one for you in BYD’s lineup. The relatively young brand has a formidable 14 car portfolio that’s increasing almost every quarter of the year. Small hatchback, sedan, crossover, compact crossover, pickup, premium SUV, MPV, hybrid, electric - you’ll definitely find one that suits your needs.
For those that are still on the fence about electrification, you may try their DM-i models like the very popular Sealion 6, Sealion 5, Seal 5, Tang DM-i, Shark DMO, and eMAX 9 DM-i. But if you’re already set on stepping into the full-electric arena, there’s the Seagull, Atto 3, Sealion 7, Seal, Tang, Han, Dolphin, and eMAX 7 for you to choose from.
Whichever BYD you choose, it comes with a 6-year comprehensive warranty, an 8-year battery warranty, and 24/7 roadside assistance.
With their lineup, technology, and price points, BYD has democratized electrified mobility for Filipinos. No wonder there are now more than 30,000 BYDs plying the roads of the Philippines. Getting one is not just shielding yourself from the volatility of gas prices now, but preparing yourself for the inevitable future of mobility - one that is electric and cleaner.
Learn more about BYD in the Philippines and which BYD vehicle best suits your needs by visiting their official website at BYDCarsPH.com.
Words by Vincent Villa
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