BYD, which stands for Build Your Dreams, the leading electric vehicle manufacturer in the world, helped kickstart DHL Express Philippines’ Sustainability Roadmap, which aims to reduce CO2 emissions with a seven billion Euro investment over the next ten years.
DHL chose to start the first phase with 3 BYD T3 Electric Van for the Philippines, Pure Electric Logistics Van, with a range of 250km, powered by BYD’s Blade Battery, one of the safest and most advanced Battery technology in the world. The Vans can carry up to 3.5 cubic meters of load.
“With our goal of reducing logistics-related emissions to zero by 2050, we are attempting to reach a larger milestone. The purchase of these electric vehicles is our first step towards greener logistics, which will benefit the environment, our customers, and our people,” said Nigel Lockett, Country Manager of DHL Express Philippines.
This initiative is part of Deutsche Post DHL Group’s global target of running 60% of its vehicles electrically by 2030, which will strengthen its portfolio dedicated to EV logistics as well as the increased pace of decarbonization.
“On behalf of the BYD Team, we’re so honored to serve and take part as one of the first movers to kickoff DHL’s Sustainability Roadmap in the Philippines. I find it admirable that companies like DHL are choosing the courageous path towards an exciting sustainable future for the whole community to enjoy.“ Said Mark Andrew Tieng, Managing Director of BYD.
BYD’s EV and HEV line up consists of the Dolphin, a 5-door fully electric hatchback with a range of 400kms on a full charge; The T3- a 7-seater fully electric van with a range of 250km per charge; The Tang, the premium luxury flagship 7 seater SUV with a range of 600km and the Han, the premium luxury flagship sedan with a range of 600km; Song Plus, a new generation hybrid SUV that is powered by BYD’s DM-I technology: which has a 60km EV range and a 1.5-liter engine that acts as an EV range extender, that powers the motors and recharges the battery, and only propels the vehicle when speeds are more than 80km/h.
BYD has been the most aggressive among all carmakers that charge from grid electricity. They have led the EV-olution of vehicles in China and are making their presence felt all over the world. Their blade batteries are game-changing in the EV industry, as it is safer, lighter, more reliable, and more energy-dense.
In the Philippines, Solar Transport Corp., is the exclusive distributor of BYD vehicles. Headquartered in 1702 Dian St cor Gil Puyat Ave Makati City.