Valenzuela City Launches Largest EV Police Fleet in the Philippines with BYD Cars

Valenzuela City Launches Largest EV Police Fleet in the Philippines with BYD Cars | Daily Tribune

BYD Cars Philippines and ACMobility advance Valenzuela City’s bold step towards sustainability by signing a contract to provide the city 41 BYD Dolphin electric vehicles (EVs) as part of its police fleet. This move establishes the city as the first local government unit (LGU) in the country to utilize an EV fleet for law enforcement. It is the largest of its kind in the Philippines.

The EV fleet will provide round-the-clock security while supporting the city’s push for cleaner technologies. This initiative aligns with the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act, which encourages EV adoption across government operations.

“By eliminating the need for fuel and significantly reducing maintenance costs, the BYD Dolphin offers the City of Valenzuela the potential to save up to 70 percent of its fleet’s operational and maintenance budget over a five-year period,” Bob Palanca, managing director of BYD Cars Philippines, said. “This, combined with its zero tailpipe emissions, makes the BYD Dolphin a financially and environmentally sound investment for the city,” he said.

Valenzuela City has long been committed to environmental initiatives, including waste recovery, composting, and street-cleaning programs.

Integration of electric vehicles into its police force marks another significant step in the city’s shift towards sustainability.

By choosing modern, zero-emission EVs, the city aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and set an example for other communities.

“We are grateful to the progressive city of Valenzuela for choosing BYD and the BYD Dolphin for its police fleet. The city’s choice is a shining example of how local governments can fulfill their duties while promoting sustainability and being more considerate of the environment,” Lovelyn Labrador, deputy general manager for Corporate Services at BYD Philippines, said. “This partnership symbolizes a new way of thinking that many Filipinos and more communities nationwide can adopt as they deal with the daily challenges of mobility,” she said.

ACMobility will support the transition by installing twenty 7kW and two 22kW EV chargers across the city, ensuring the seamless operation of the new fleet.

“Starting with the transformation of our fleets, beginning with police cars, we set a powerful example for private companies, communities, and individuals to reconsider their own choices,” Weslie “Wes” Gatchalian, mayor of Valenzuela City, said. “We recognize that our vision will not materialize overnight, but today, we take the wheel of change and drive towards the horizon of a cleaner future, where progress does not come at the expense of the environment,” he said.

For more information, visit the BYD Cars Philippines website at www.bydcarsphilippines.com or follow its social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.