Gogoro Philippines has successfully completed the two-month pilot test of Gogoro’s innovative Smartscooter® and battery-swapping system.

In collaboration with over 60 Globe employees, the pilot showcased Gogoro’s edge as a sustainable transport alternative.

The two-month pilot test run resulted in 3,316 kgs of carbon dioxide saved with 2,603 batteries swapped and a total distance of 42,399 kilometers registered.

"The Philippines is uniquely primed to embrace the exponential global electric vehicle growth, bolstered by the government's robust EV plan," shared Bernie Llamzon, President of Gogoro Philippines. 

"At Gogoro, we're looking to redefine how Filipinos move, making cities smarter and cleaner. The results from our pilot program with Globe employees have been overwhelmingly positive, and we're excited to extend this experience to the broader public,” he added.

Erwin Nito, one of the Globe pilot testers, remarked, "Riding Gogoro has definitely saved me from expenses and time spent commuting." This was echoed by John Bernard Peralta, who said, "Battery swapping has improved my daily ride. I don’t need to wait too long to refuel." Meanwhile, Alain Guinto shared, “Gogoro’s battery swapping is so fast that you can get a recharged battery in less than a minute.”

A physical store is coming soon

The Gogoro Experience Center will open its doors to the public on November 7. This Gogoro Smartscooter concept store is located at Greenbelt 4, Makati City. It promises visitors an immersive dive into the state-of-the-art technology that powers the Gogoro ecosystem.

"Urban transportation is going through a fundamental transformation, and Gogoro is focused on making cities like Manilla smarter, cleaner, and safer by providing broad access to sustainable transportation. Our “Swap & Go” battery swapping has been a big hit in Taiwan and has been recognized globally for its innovation, ease of use, and accessibility. Since 2015, we've reduced carbon emissions by over 736 million kgs globally, which is what 73.6 million trees would do in a year. We're excited to introduce these vehicles and battery swapping to the Philippines and enable a new smart and sustainable approach to urban transportation,” said Jason Gordon, Gogoro VP of Communications.

"Our smart battery system, crafted with precision for energy swapping, has seen an unprecedented 440 million swaps globally. It champions both user safety and unbridled convenience. Furthermore, our GoStation and Smartscooters® are crafted with an ethos of speed, safety, intelligence, and personalization. The Philippines’ market is on an upward trend, and we stand ready to elevate the experience," shared Ming-I Peng, Gogoro Chief Product Officer.

Gogoro’s entrance into the Philippines was catalyzed through a strategic joint venture between Globe’s 917Ventures Inc., Ayala Corporation, and Gogoro. The shared vision is to revolutionize Philippine transportation with sustainable, trailblazing solutions.

Gogoro’s swappable battery infrastructure promises to empower Filipino riders with a transport alternative that is not just sustainable and cost-effective but leaps ahead in technology, poised to bring about a significant reduction in carbon emissions.

HM po?

Gogoro Philippines is still tight-lipped when it comes to the pricing of its electric scooters, but during our conversation with Mr. Lliamzon, he mentioned that they are targeting a price point that would be slightly lower than the ₱ 109,000 tag price of Segway’s entry-level offering.

Now, that would be a toss-up between plug-in charging and battery-swapping. Which system do you think is more suited for you?