The Department of Energy in the Philippines recently released a list of hybrid and electric vehicle models that meet its criteria and are eligible for the benefits under the EVIDA law. The list recognizes Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs), and also Light Electric Vehicles (LEVs)
Such models like the Kia EV6, Hyundai IONIQ 5, and Nissan LEAF among many others have been recognized by the DOE. However, there are a few models that are still not a part of the list yet, like the new Hyundai IONIQ 6, though we expect the DOE to update their list sometime soon.
As for hybrids, the Toyota Corolla Cross HEV, Corolla Altis HEV, and Nissan Kicks e-Power among others are also listed, however, other newly-launched hybrids like the Toyota Yaris Cross HEV, and the GWM Haval Jolion HEV and H6 HEV models have not yet been added, but like the other missing electric models, we’re expecting the DOE to release an updated list soon enough.
Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicles are not recognized by the DOE
The Department of Energy in the Philippines recently released its updated EV list. While there are some models missing, MHEVs aren’t a part.
Earl Lee on Aug 15, 2023You are here:HomeLatest StoriesNewsMild Hybrid Electric Vehicles are not recognized by the DOE
The Department of Energy in the Philippines recently released a list of hybrid and electric vehicle models that meet its criteria and are eligible for the benefits under the EVIDA law. The list recognizes Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs), and also Light Electric Vehicles (LEVs)
Such models like the Kia EV6, Hyundai IONIQ 5, and Nissan LEAF among many others have been recognized by the DOE. However, there are a few models that are still not a part of the list yet, like the new Hyundai IONIQ 6, though we expect the DOE to update their list sometime soon.
As for hybrids, the Toyota Corolla Cross HEV, Corolla Altis HEV, and Nissan Kicks e-Power among others are also listed, however, other newly-launched hybrids like the Toyota Yaris Cross HEV, and the GWM Haval Jolion HEV and H6 HEV models have not yet been added, but like the other missing electric models, we’re expecting the DOE to release an updated list soon enough.
However, none of the mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs) that are in the Philippine market today have been listed, currently, as of August 1, 2023.
𝐁𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐃: 𝐃𝐎𝐄 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐄𝐕𝐬 Electric Vehicles (EVs) refer to vehicles with at least one (1) electric drive for vehicle propulsion. Under the DOE Department Circular No. DC2023-05-0012 – Guidelines on the Electric Vehicle (EV) Recognition and Adoption of EV Standard Classification on Road Transport for Incentive Eligibility Pursuant to Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA), the following are the DOE-recognized EVs as of 01 August 2023.
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