
BYD showcases the eMAX 9 DM-i hybrid at the Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit on Oct. 23. (Photo by Yuki Fujita)
YUKI FUJITA
October 27, 2025 12:15 JST
MANILA — Philippine conglomerates are forming partnerships with Chinese and Vietnamese electric vehicle companies, accelerating the spread of EVs in a market dominated by Japanese automakers late to the electrification game.






