EV showroom visits surge 200% in Philippines as interest in electric vehicles accelerates

VinFast sees strong market momentum, projecting over 100% growth in battery EV adoption amid rising fuel costs and shifting consumer demand.

Showroom visits for electric vehicles jump 200% in PH as interest accelerates, signaling what could be an inflection point in the country’s shift toward electric vehicles as high fuel prices continue to reshape consumer behavior.

This figure makes the Philippines one of the fastest-growing markets for Vietnamese automotive manufacturer VinFast. The company also expects battery EV adoption in the country to grow by over 100% this year, driven largely by high fuel costs and shifting consumer behavior, as buyers reassess long-term mobility costs and options.

Driven by the pump reality

Unlike countries with subsidized fuel, the Philippines’ market-driven oil prices are pushing motorists to explore alternative mobility options.

Industry data showed around 32,000 EV units, including hybrid vehicles, battery EVs, and plug-in hybrid vehicles, were sold in 2025, or 6.61% of the country’s automotive market, reflecting gradual but steady adoption beyond early-stage buyers. Industry leaders expect this number to increase as oil prices continue to push drivers toward more cost-efficient transport choices.

The ASEAN advantage

Auto companies are also taking advantage of zero import duties via the ASEAN Free Trade Area when sourcing vehicles from overseas plants, which may translate to more affordable options for Filipino motorists, as brands continue to expand their presence in the country.