Grab Philippines is making green travel a reality with the launch of GrabTaxi Electric—the first all-electric, on-demand taxi fleet in the country, officially recognized by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB).
Rolled out in collaboration with local operator EV Taxi Corp, the all-EV fleet will initially operate in major Metro Manila cities including Makati, Taguig, Pasig, Mandaluyong, Parañaque, and Pasay. The initiative signals a regulatory and operational breakthrough in a market still dominated by traditional combustion engine vehicles.
The launch follows a successful pilot study in June 2024 with BYD Philippines, which confirmed the economic and operational feasibility of electric vehicles for both operators and drivers.
“This is not just about offering another ride option,” said Grab Philippines Country Head Ronald Roda. “It’s about fundamentally changing the DNA of urban transport in the Philippines – one that aligns with our sustainability commitments, empowers Filipino commuters, and creates meaningful green livelihoods. Sustainability cannot be a distant ideal; it must be something you can book, ride, and feel today.”
GrabTaxi Electric forms part of the company’s broader eco-mobility roadmap, which includes expanding EV use in cities such as Davao and Cagayan De Oro within the year.
This phased rollout will be supported by in-app sustainability features such as voluntary contributions for environmental conservation efforts for every Grab transaction, and deeper collaboration with government and private sector partners to accelerate EV ecosystem readiness nationwide.
Currently in beta, GrabTaxi Electric can be accessed via the Transport tab in the Grab app, with user and driver feedback shaping future expansion and service model.
