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Electric motorcycles excluded from incentives: DTI explains why
In the Philippines, support remains for battery cars, while e-motorcycles are left out of the program. The government defends the move.
22 September 2026 1 min read 4 views
The Philippine Department of Trade and Industry has confirmed that electric motorcycles will not receive the incentives reserved for zero-emission vehicles. The decision aims to focus resources on models considered more strategic for the market, especially electric cars.
The choice has already sparked debate, since e-scooters and e-motorcycles are among the most affordable options for urban mobility. For Italian readers, the issue is familiar: in emerging markets, the shift to electric mobility often starts with two-wheelers.