By Tessa R. Salazar The Philippines currently endures some of the most expensive electricity rates in Southeast Asia, compounding an ongoing national energy challenge. Skyrocketing fuel costs and their direct hit on power bills are testing public patience. At present, our primary source of electricity remains coal-fired power plants. Because the country does not produce […]
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Toyota Motor Philippines Corp (TMP) formally recognized the pioneering milestones of En Tsumugi ELV Dismantling Corp (En Tsumugi) during the latter’s 2nd-anniversary gathering in Taguig City. As the country’s first Japan-standard, Toyota-endorsed end-of-life vehicle (ELV) dismantling operation, the facility has positioned itself at the forefront of local automotive circularity and responsible lifecycle management over its
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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Jaguar TCS Racing have officially announced a multi-year extension of their title partnership, strengthening an alliance that has driven podium success while pushing the technical frontiers of electric mobility. Under the renewed agreement, TCS expands its footprint by becoming Jaguar TCS Racing’s official AI partner as the ABB FIA Formula
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By Tessa R. Salazar Wini Camacho, a Filipino independent car designer based in Europe, has created a design concept for an ultra-compact 2-seat electric car that looks like a spaceship yet remains practical for urban centers swamped in traffic and struggling for parking spaces. Measuring just 3.1 meters long and 1.85 meters wide, the Audi
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As Filipino households navigate fluctuating fuel costs and look toward cleaner, more sustainable transportation, switching to an electrified vehicle can feel daunting—especially for families balancing school shuttles, daily work commutes, grocery runs, and weekend provincial getaways. For buyers seeking the benefits of electrification without having to install home charging equipment or plan routes around charging
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By Tessa R. Salazar “Every year, battery technology continues to evolve. It’s an exciting future driven by innovation and the promise of a cleaner tomorrow. But every journey, no matter how remarkable, eventually reaches a new beginning,” said John Nino Gabinete Hung, chief finance officer and marketing director of En Tsumugi ELV Dismantling Corp. Holding
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TessDrive brings you the latest developments across self-charging electrified powertrains, versatile cabin engineering, and the nationwide charging infrastructure enabling long-distance electric mobility across the Philippines. GAC E8 HEV brings 1,000-km range and 18-way seating GAC Philippines officially introduced the GAC E8 HEV, positioning the 7-seater self-charging hybrid as the sweet spot in its newly expanded
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Against the backdrop of persistent geopolitical conflict in the Middle East and ongoing volatility across international crude oil markets, the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) has opened the registration for the 14th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS). Staged under the theme “Driving Asean Forward: Building an Integrated Electric Mobility Ecosystem,” the 3-day gathering
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With pump prices hovering near ₱80/liter for gasoline and well over P90/liter for diesel, and consumers navigating a crowded sea of new energy vehicles (NEVs), how does a car brand truly cut through the noise and pump price volatility in the Philippines? Morris Garages (MG)—a brand that blends a storied British heritage with advanced Chinese
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TessDrive brings you the latest developments in vehicle engineering, active driver assistance systems, flood-resilient powertrains, and nationwide safety education shaping modern Philippine mobility. Suzuki launches sportier Ertiga GLX AT hybrid variant Suzuki Philippines expanded its mild-hybrid compact MPV portfolio with the introduction of the Ertiga GLX AT-Hybrid Sport. Designed for active families and modern professionals
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