Xpress Rolls Out First Batch of BYD EVs, Empowering Filipino Drivers for a Greener Future

Manila, Philippines - May 02, 2025 - Xpress, one of the Philippines' fastest-growing mobility platforms, is proud to announce the deployment of its first batch of electric and hybrid vehicles—powered by BYD—to a select group of Filipino drivers. Building on BYD’s recent EV launch event in the Philippines, Xpress is taking the next step by putting these vehicles directly into the hands of driver-operators, redefining the future of ride-hailing

Drivers First: Ownership, Not Just Access
Xpress is empowering drivers to become operators and entrepreneurs, giving them control over their time, income, and future with this new initiative.

0% Commission (First 6 Months)
To jumpstart adoption, Xpress is offering 0% commission for EV and hybrid drivers during their first six months—maximizing their earnings as they build momentum.

Exclusive Financing Powered by Cebuana Lhuillier
Through a special partnership with Cebuana Lhuillier Financing Corporation, Xpress drivers have access to exclusive vehicle financing with discounted rates—making it easier than ever to own and operate their own electric or hybrid vehicle.

Driving Change: Greener Cities, Cleaner Air
With BYD’s reliable, energy-efficient vehicles, Xpress is taking bold steps toward reducing emissions and reimagining urban mobility—one ride at a time.

Support Services for Driver-Operators
Participants receive onboarding support, aftersales assistance, and access to the Xpress Driver Academy, offering financial literacy, business skills, and technical training to ensure long-term success.

Aligned with the Philippine EVIDA Act
This program supports the national government’s Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA), accelerating the country’s transition to clean energy and creating new livelihood pathways for Filipino drivers.

Quantifiable Impact: Cleaner Roads, Measurable Results
Even this first batch of 40 EVs is projected to eliminate over 140 metric tons of CO₂ emissions annually—the equivalent of removing more than 30 gasoline vehicles from city streets each year.
(Estimates based on average urban driving patterns and standard industry data.)

A Broader Commitment to Innovation
While BYD EVs represent the first vehicles deployed, Xpress is actively exploring additional partnerships with other leading EV and hybrid manufacturers to scale its green mobility efforts across the Philippines.

More Than a Key—A Key to Opportunity
Xpress isn’t just putting more EVs on the road—it’s putting opportunity, sustainability, and ownership into the hands of everyday drivers.

A Platform That Gives, Not Takes
In a world where most platforms take, Xpress provides. Whether you’re a driver seeking better, a passenger demanding more, or a city aiming for cleaner air, Xpress is here—and it's just getting started.