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news Scmp World 2026-04-07

High Fuel Costs Prompt Philippines' Shift Towards Electric Vehicles

Amid record pump prices and national energy concerns, Filipino drivers are reconsidering traditional gasoline vehicles. This economic pressure is accelerating the interest and adoption of electric and hybrid cars in the Philippines.

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