Honda Philippines launches EM1 e, an ‘electric moped’ with swappable batteries with a retail price of ₱155,400.00

September 18, 2024

Leandre Grecia, writing for Top Gear Philippines;

The EM1 e: is powered by the 26.1Ah Honda Mobile Power Pack e:, a 10kg battery pack with a T-shaped handle found under the seat. It enables a maximum range of about 48km and provides ease of charging, as it can be swapped out at a battery station or charged through the Honda Power Pack Charger e:. The latter is compatible with 220V sockets and needs six hours to charge the swappable battery from zero to full.

The EM1 e: is priced at P155,400 in the Philippines and comes with a two-year warranty. That price tag includes both the battery and the charger, but those can also be purchased separately. You can check out the price list below.

If you want to get the EM1 e with the Honda Mobile Power Pack e and Honda Mobile Power Pack Charger e, you will need to shell out a total ₱215,900;

EM1 e – ₱155,400.00
Mobile Power Pack e – ₱42,500.00
Mobile Power Pack Charger e – ₱18,000.00

Honda is saying the the EM1 e will have a range of 41.3km (Standard) to 48km (ECON mode) on a full charge.

You can checkout the full specs of the Honda EM1 e here.

James Deakin Review of the Cybertruck

September 14, 2024

This is the first time I’ve ever seen one locally and boy did it turn some heads when we were cruising around town. Here are some quick snippets from my first drive. Couldn’t fit all my first impressions in a reel, so watch out for the whole unedited version coming out soon!

Keep in mind that they’re driving the Cybertruck on the streets of Metro Manila, in the “BOWELS OF QUEZON CITY” to be more specific.

You can now ride Philippines’ first self-driving bus for free. Here’s where

September 12, 2024

John Patrick Magno Ranara, writing for PhilSTAR Life;

Want to experience what it’s like to ride a bus that drives on its own?

You can now do so as the Philippines’ first autonomous bus has now been launched around New Clark City, Clark Freeport Zone, and Clark International Airport.

The transport vehicles came from the partnership of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) with Japan-based mobility firm Zenmov, Inc. and the MC Metro Transport Operation, Inc.

In their announcement, the BCDA explained that the bus service utilizes a transportation cloud system called Smart Mobility Operation Cloud (SMOC), which helps maximize operational availability while keeping the number of vehicles at a minimum.

Here’s the full text of BCDA’s announcement;

The Primary Rapid Transit will be a “last mile” service that will run on select routes in New Clark City, Clark Freeport Zone, and Clark Civil Aviation Complex.

The self-driving buses are expected to help residents within Clark get to places more conveniently, reduce traffic congestion, and lessen the amount of carbon in the environment.

I assume that they will start with small “select routes” then gradually expand until it can cover the entire Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone (CFEZ).

DFSK PH enters mini EV segment in the Philippines

September 10, 2024

Jamil Lacuna, writing for Autoindustriya;

DFSK Philippines is ready to compete in the electrified vehicle market as they held the launch of their midsize PHEV called the E5. But aside from that, DFSK has also shown they have a treat for those looking for a mini EV.

The brand has launched the 2024 DFSK Candy – a 4-seater city car with a good EV range, a spacious cabin that seats four, and a generous amount of interior features.

DFSK also announce the electric work van – the EC75.

You can click these links for more information on the Candy, E5 and EC75.

According to Autoindustriya, the Candy will retail for ₱658,000, the E5 for ₱1.580M and the EC75 for ₱1.450M.

PH solar player secures $10M from Singaporean investment firm

September 10, 2024

Lisbet K. Esmael, writing for inquirer.net;

Upgrade Energy Philippines (UGEP) is set to receive a financial boost amounting to $10 million from a Singaporean investment company for its solar power projects.

You can read the official announcement of Upgrade Energy Philippines (UGEP) from their website.

US Consumer Product Safety Commission issue warning about “Universal” Chargers

September 9, 2024

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission;

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission urges consumers of micromobility products—including e-bikes, e-scooters, self-balancing scooters (hoverboards), and e-unicycles—not to use chargers that are marketed as “universal” or suitable with general categories of micromobility devices to avoid fires and injury or death, unless they have been tested and approved to work safely with your device.

Chargers marketed as “universal” or suitable for general categories of micromobility devices may fit into your device but still be incompatible with it. Each micromobility battery has specific charging needs that require the use of a compatible charger. Chargers with descriptions such as “suitable for use with e-bikes” or “suitable for use with X brand e-bikes” may be incompatible with your device. Using an incompatible charger can cause the battery to ignite and result in a serious fire. Between January 1, 2023 and May 16, 2024, CPSC received 156 reports of fire and thermal incidents involving “universal” chargers for micromobility products, including reports of serious injuries and property damage. On September 5, 2024, CPSC issued a press release warning the public of the fire hazard posed by certain makes and models of these chargers.

The agency listed SafPow SPC-42020 and AMPOWSURE ASP-C10S42020, as the two charger brand that “poses risk of serious injury and death.”

Tesla setting up shop in the Philippines

September 5, 2024

Filipino EV enthusiasts may not need to wait that long for Tesla to be officially available in the Philippines, since the Elon Musk-owned company appears to be setting up shop in the country.

Vince Pornelos, writing for Autoindustriya.com;

Tesla’s official LinkedIn account has posted at least 15 job vacancies, all of which will be headquartered in Taguig; we’ll venture a guess that it’ll be in BGC. They’re looking for sales advisors, service advisors, HR staff, customer support, order specialists, service managers, and the like.

They’re pretty much looking for the staff any new incoming automotive company would be looking for when they’re setting up shop in any new country.

Looking at the career page of tesla.com, there are currently 15 job openings and from the looks of things, the company is looking to open their first store in Taguig.

Ford announces Mustang and Bronco branded eBikes

August 7, 2024

Ford is partnering with N Plus North America Corp to manufacture and develop the Mustang and Bronco branded eBikes. Both eBikes are basically the same, except for some branding and minor aesthetic differences. Both eBikes will be using the Ford branded suspension system called G.O.A.T. (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain).

Both eBikes will also have a 750W Motor that offer a top speed of 28 MPH and 85Nm of torque. The motor will also have 4 modes; Eco, Normal, Sport, and Track (Mustang)/Baja (Bronco). With the 48V, 15Ah battery both Mustang and Bronco eBikes are capable of reaching 60 miles of range on a full charge. Both will also have a Aluminum alloy 6061 integrated handlebar with full color display and front light (2000Lm output, 180Lux). The frames of both eBikes are also made from Aluminum alloy 6061.

As for the difference between the two; you will immediately notice the motocross-style rear linkage and trailing arm of the Bronco and the moto-style saddle, while the Mustang eBike will feature the Mustang’s iconic LED Sequential Taillights, “carbonized gray” paintwork, red “start” button, and distinctive pony badges. Mustang eBikes will be using  2.25″ Pirelli Angel Urban GT tires, while the Bronco eBike be sporting a 27.5″x2.6″ Pirelli Scorpion Enduro M Hardwall Tires.

Neither eBikes will not come cheap; the Mustang eBikes will have a pricetag of $4,000.00 (USD) and the Bronco eBikes will be on the expensive side of $4,500.00 (USD). It’s unclear if Ford will be sell these two eBikes outside the United States but considering the high price of both ebikes, I’m not entirely sure if people will go and buy these new ebikes as soon as they become available in their market.

Kawasaki announces Ninja e-1 and Z e-1, their First Electric Motorcycles in the Philippines

February 28, 2024

During their 15th anniversary celebration, Kawasaki Motor Philippines (KMPC) has officially announced the Ninja e-1 and Z e-1, the company’s first electric motorcycle in the Philippines. Kawasaki Philippines said that they will sell both models will be available in limited stocks by March 2023 at all Kawasaki Krib nationwide.

More pics;

Kawasaki Ninja e-1

Kawasaki Z e-1

Spec-wise, both the Ninja e-1 and Z e-1 are virtually identical except for the curb weight, Ninja e-1 weigh around 140kg, while the Z e-1 is 135kg. The company did not provide any information regarding the price but checking the Kawasaki US website, the Ninja e-1 have an MSRP of $7,899 or around ₱438,935.58 and the Z e-1 $7,599, which translate to ₱422,265.03.

To know more about these new Kawasaki Motorcycle, you can go here for the Ninja e-1 and here for the new Z e-1.

BMW i5 launches in the Philippines

February 20, 2024

BMW has officially launches the BMW i5, an all-electric luxury sedan.

In a report by Top Gear Philippines, the BMW i5 eDrive40 will have a price-tag of P5.79 million, that comes with a five-year comprehensive BMW warranty, an additional six-year BMW Service inclusive package, an eigh-year high-voltage battery warranty, and a BMW Wallbox charger to be installed in the customer’s home by a BMW i partner.

To know more about the new BMW i5 Series and BMW 5 Series, you can checkout the 17-min video below;

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