Grab beta tests first EV fleet

Ride-hailing firm Grab Philippines has started beta testing its first fully electric taxi fleet, GrabTaxi Electric, to help future-proof urban mobility and promote sustainable transport nationwide.

The all-electric fleet, developed in partnership with EV Taxi Corp., is now operating in key Metro Manila cities including Makati, Taguig, Pasig, Mandaluyong, Parañaque, and Pasay.

“This is not just about offering another ride option,” said Grab Philippines Country Head Ronald Roda.

“It’s about fundamentally changing the DNA of urban transport in the Philippines — one that aligns with our sustainability commitments, empowers Filipino commuters, and creates meaningful green livelihoods. Sustainability cannot be a distant ideal; it must be something you can book, ride, and feel today.”

GrabTaxi Electric, recognized by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), can currently be booked through the Transport tab in the Grab app. Feedback collected during the beta phase will shape the future service model and guide further expansion.

Grab said it aims to roll out EVs in other regional cities, including Davao and Cagayan de Oro, within the year. It also plans to introduce in-app sustainability features and expand partnerships with both public and private stakeholders to support the nationwide electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem.

“As a local operator, we’re proud to be at the forefront of this transformation,” said EV Taxi Corp. President Frankie Ang.

“Our partnership with Grab proves that when multinational platforms and local innovators work together, we can fast-track a cleaner, more inclusive future for transport — one that delivers value for both passengers and drivers alike.”

The beta launch builds on a pilot study Grab conducted in June 2024 with BYD Philippines, which confirmed the viability of EVs as a cost-effective mode of transportation in the country.