BYD Philippines says it corners 68% of country’s EV market, opens first dealership in Mindanao By Dylan Afuang BYD DAVAO has established itself in a location where clientele are seen to be “ready” for electric vehicles, which many car makers and motorists foresee as the future of mobility. Coinciding with BYD Cars Philippines’ new presence in the region is its recent “cornering of 68% of the local EV market,” according to company officials. Weeks ago, local and national journalists, and content creators witnessed the introduction of the ACMobility-led company’s first dealership in Mindanao.
Located on Kilometer 5, JP Laurel Avenue in Davao City — seen as the area’s “automotive row” given the many dealerships from various brands situated along this road — it has been operating quietly since June. “We know that EVs are our future, that’s why we invested in (setting up) BYD Davao,” Image Davao Mobility Corp. President and Director Walter Alvarez told “Velocity” on the sidelines of the dealership’s grand opening.
BYD Cars’ dealer partner here is Mr. Alvarez’s enterprise, which also manages dealerships of other auto brands. “Based on the performance of BYD Davao, from what we’ve seen so far, people in Davao have warmly received the brand,” ACMobility Corporate Communications Manager Mikko David announced to the media during the event.
Occupying the majority of the space in BYD Davao is a six-car showroom, along with a customer lounge. .