This sustainable mobility initiative by the city will provide round-the-clock security coverage while supporting Valenzuela’s shift to cleaner technologies. It also aligns with the city’s sustainability goals and complies with the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA) and Republic Act No. 1285, which promote EV adoption in government operations.

“By eliminating the need for fuel and significantly reducing maintenance costs, the BYD Dolphin offers the City of Valenzuela the potential to save up to 70 percent of its fleet’s operational and maintenance budget over a five-year period,” said Bob Palanca, Managing Director of BYD Cars Philippines. “This, combined with its zero tailpipe emissions, makes the BYD Dolphin a financially and environmentally sound investment for the city.”

“We are grateful to the progressive city of Valenzuela for choosing BYD and the BYD Dolphin for its police fleet. The city’s choice is a shining example of how local governments can fulfill their duties while promoting sustainability and being more considerate of the environment,” said Lovelyn Labrador, Deputy General Manager for Corporate Services at BYD Philippines. “This partnership symbolizes a new way of thinking that many Filipinos and more communities nationwide can adopt as they deal with the daily challenges of mobility.”

ACMobility will deploy 20 7-kW and two 22-kW electric vehicle chargers across the city to reinforce this shift and ensure the seamless operation of Valenzuela’s electrified police fleet.

“Starting with the transformation of our fleets, beginning with police cars, we set a powerful example for private companies, communities, and individuals to reconsider their own choices,” said Weslie “Wes” Gatchalian, Mayor of Valenzuela City. “We recognize that our vision will not materialize overnight, but today, we take the wheel of change and drive towards the horizon of a cleaner future, where progress does not come at the expense of the environment.”