ACMobility adds EV chargers in Camp John Hay

Tourists who drive up to Baguio usually plan the climb and the weather. Electric vehicle owners add another concern. They need to know where to charge once they arrive.

ACMobility said it will expand electric vehicle charging access inside Camp John Hay after signing a partnership with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA)  and the John Hay Management Corporation. 

The three groups said the agreement supports the rollout of charging facilities across the Baguio City estate under BCDA management.

The partners identified three locations inside Camp John Hay for the new chargers. These are the Garden Wing, the Public Parking Area, and the Golf Club. ACMobility said the project will add eight charge points to the site.

The Garden Wing will host the fastest option. It will have a 60kW DC fast charger and two 22kW AC chargers. ACMobility said drivers can recharge in about 30 minutes using the DC unit.

Other chargers are placed in areas where vehicles stay parked longer. The Public Parking Area will have two 22kW AC chargers. The Golf Club will receive two 7kW AC chargers.

ACMobility also cited an existing charging station at the Camp John Hay Technohub. The company said more AC and DC chargers are scheduled to go live at the site within the next few months.

Drivers will be able to access all chargers through the Evro app. The platform allows users to locate stations, check availability, start charging sessions, and pay for services.

BCDA President and CEO Joshua M. Bingcang said the partnership aligns with efforts to support more sustainable travel within Camp John Hay. 

He said adding EV charging facilities helps improve mobility options for visitors and residents while strengthening the broader charging network in northern Luzon.

Officials from John Hay Management Corporation also backed the move. They said the addition of charging stations supports the area’s role as a tourism and business destination that keeps pace with changes in transport needs.

The Camp John Hay installation forms part of ACMobility’s wider expansion plan. The company said it will continue rolling out charging stations in key locations across the country ahead of 2026. 

This effort supports the development of what ACMobility calls a Philippine EV Spine that links major cities and travel routes through accessible charging points.

Carla Buencamino, head of mobility infrastructure at ACMobility, said the company continues to focus on improving charging access in high-traffic and destination areas. 

She said partnerships with government and estate managers help ensure chargers are placed where drivers actually need them.

With more charging points now planned inside Camp John Hay, EV users heading to Baguio can expect fewer concerns about power levels and more flexibility once they reach the city.