MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian said that the newly imposed tax breaks for certain types of electric vehicles will help Filipinos adapt to the usage of EVs and help reduce carbon emissions. Gatchalian, the principal author of the Republic Act 11697 or the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA), said Saturday that the modified tariff rates will help make
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The week-long transport strike, which was declared by a number of transportation organizations in defiance of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB)’s ultimatum to switch to more contemporary jeepneys, began yesterday. To assist stranded passengers in reaching their destinations, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and local government units (LGUs) in Metro Manila sent out their own public
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During a hearing conducted by the Senate Committee on Public Affairs chaired by Senator Grace Poe on Thursday, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) made it clear that the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP) deadline for December is for the program’s consolidation, not for the phase-out of traditional jeepney units. How many PUV units have been consolidated?
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Philippine transport groups launched a nationwide strike Monday to protest a government program drivers fear would phase out traditional jeepneys, which have become a cultural icon, and other aging public transport vehicles. Officials, however, braced with contingencies and deployed government vehicles to take stranded passengers in some areas. Other groups refused to join the weeklong strike that could keep more than
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Japan is finally open! Travelers from most countries can now enter Japan without applying for a visa in advance. Here are all the details on visa-free travel, vaccination and Covid test requirements. Situation Summary Last Update: January 23, 2023 (this page will be updated as needed) On January 20, Prime Minister Kishida announced that Japan will downgrade Covid to the
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When Nissan Philippines announced the Leaf EV, we were excited. We knew the Leaf had a lot of potential because it’s a BEV that drives very well, has good range, and has a nice array of features including the ability to power devices in an emergency if you have the right equipment. But when they did finally launch it, all
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Macario Gomez, 42, is a Singapore-based Filipino engineer. He’s seriously thinking about buying his dream electric vehicle (EV) this 2023 — “most likely if the price falls below Php1.8 million ($32,900),” he told Gulf News. Following a price war kicked off by Tesla, which slashed 20 per cent off its hottest models, Gomez says he’s a keen first-adopter. What adds extra kick to
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MANILA, Philippines — The issuance of an executive order that modified the tariff on certain electric vehicles (EV) and their parts and components to zero for a period of five years is expected to widen the EV offerings to consumers in the country, according to an industry group. In a statement, Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) president Edmund
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Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corporation announced that it has recently signed a strategic agreement with SUN Mobility — a leading provider of energy infrastructure and services for electric vehicles (EVs). The partnership will explore the pilot deployment of SUN Mobility’s advanced battery-swapping technology in the Philippines for 2 and 3-wheel electric vehicles. The partnership supports the recently passed Electric Vehicle Industry
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Japan is easily one of the most stunning places in the world. The country offers a full range of nature and culture, from subtropical beaches to snowy mountains, futuristic skylines to ancient temples. And while you could spend a lifetime exploring all of the splendidly whimsical islands and cities, we suggest you start with this list. Ask anyone who has visited, and they’ll
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