Manila Bulletin
Dizon visits Bacolod to assess public e-vehicle initiatives
Mayor Alfredo Abelardo Benitez announced that Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon will visit Bacolod City on Friday, April 25, to evaluate the city's electric jeepney (e-jeep) program under the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP).
Benitez expressed that Bacolod's e-jeep initiative is seen as a benchmark for transport modernization efforts.
Ten e-jeepneys are currently operating through a partnership between the Cebu People's Multi-Purpose Cooperative (CPMPC) and e-Future Motors Philippines.
Each e-jeep costs P2.4 million and can seat 21 passengers, with CPMPC awaiting financing to acquire more units.
The supplier has the capacity to deliver up to 900 units, contingent on necessary requirements and availability.
The city launched its e-jeepneys in July last year, with operations commencing in October.
Charging stations are established at the Bacolod City Government Center and Ayala Malls Capitol Central, with plans for additional stations.
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