Auto & Tech | Gogoro Philippines unveils pioneering battery-swapping Energy Plans for electric mobility | Gogoro Philippines, a leader in electric mobility and battery-swapping technology, announces the availability of its innovative Energy Plans in the country in time for its commercial launch.
In yet another milestone in Gogoro’s entry into the Philippine market, Gogoro unveils its Swap-and-Go subscription plans as it begins the sale of its Smartscooters® and activates its battery-swapping GoStations across the metro in December.
“We are now witnessing a key turning point in the quest for sustainable and intelligent urban transportation in the Philippines,” said Bernie Llamzon, President and CEO of Gogoro Philippines. “With the Gogoro Energy Plans, we are not only providing a convenient and eco-friendly solution for refueling but also embracing a lifestyle change that benefits our community and environment. We are proud to lead this charge and offer a glimpse into the future of mobility.”
The Gogoro ecosystem allows riders to swap out depleted batteries with newly-charged ones in seconds. This eliminates range anxiety and long charging times of traditional electric vehicles.
The Gogoro Energy Plan, accessible via the Gogoro app, comes with two tailored monthly subscription options:
- Plan 799- 300 Ah (Ampere hour) or up to 420 kilometers of travel distance
- Plan 999- 500 Ah or up to 700 kilometers of travel distance
Ampere Hour (Ah), a unit of electric charge, is the basis for the Energy Plans’ allocation. This measurement is converted into maximum kilometers, allowing riders to estimate their travel range easily. The conversion is based on comprehensive studies conducted in Taiwan and pilot programs in the Philippines, ensuring accuracy and reliability for riders.
Offers do not have a lock-up period, allowing subscribers to switch plans anytime through the Gogoro App, with changes taking effect in the next billing cycle. Such flexibility ensures that customers can choose the one that best suits their individual needs and riding habits, demonstrating Gogoro’s commitment to providing user-friendly and adaptable service.
As it brings the Gogoro ecosystem to market, Gogoro Philippines has activated four GoStations across the metro:
- The Globe Tower, 32nd Street corner 7th Avenue in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
- Puregold Parañaque, 113 Ninoy Aquino Avenue, Sto. Nino, Parañaque City
- Puregold Makati, 35 Dr. Jose P. Rizal Avenue, Makati City
- Phoenix Gas Station, Shaw Boulevard, San Antonio, Pasig City
In December, two more Gogoro GoStations will open in Quezon City: one at the Uptown Mall in Diliman, Quezon City and another at Bellitudo Building, Katipunan Avenue near White Plains.
Two more GoStations will open in the first quarter of 2024: one at the Ayala Malls Feliz along Marcos Highway in Dela Paz, Pasig City, and another at the Paseo de Magallanes Commercial Center in Makati City.
Gogoro Philippines is a collaborative effort among Globe’s 917Ventures Inc., Ayala Corporation, and Gogoro. This partnership leverages the expertise of all involved to build a smart electric transportation network in the country.
For more information about Gogoro Energy Plans and to reserve your own Gogoro Smartscooter®, visit the Gogoro Experience Center on the second floor of Greenbelt 4, Ayala Center. To learn more about Gogoro, visit www.gogoro.com/ph.
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Gogoro Battery Swapping
Gogoro battery swapping is a new generation of swappable battery refueling that is smart, safe, and continually optimizing itself to be dynamic and versatile for riders, businesses, and communities. With more than 400,000 daily battery swaps and more than 500 million total battery swaps to date, Gogoro Network battery swapping has saved more than 770,000 tons of CO2 since it launched.
About Gogoro
Founded in 2011 to rethink urban energy and inspire the world to move through cities in smarter and more sustainable ways, Gogoro leverages the power of innovation to change the way urban energy is distributed and consumed. Recognized and awarded by Frost & Sullivan as the “2023 Global Company of the Year for battery swapping for electric two-wheel vehicles” and MIT Technology Review as one of “15 Climate Tech Companies to Watch” in 2023, Gogoro’s battery swapping and vehicle platforms offer a smart, proven, and sustainable long-term ecosystem for delivering a new approach to urban mobility. Gogoro has quickly become an innovation leader in vehicle design and electric propulsion, smart battery design, battery swapping, and advanced cloud services that utilize artificial intelligence to manage battery availability and safety. The challenge is massive, but the opportunity to disrupt the status quo, establish new standards, and achieve new levels of sustainable transportation growth in densely populated cities is even greater. For more information, visit https://www.gogoro.com/news and follow Gogoro Philippines on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GogoroPhilippines.
About Globe
Globe is a leading full-service telecommunications company in the Philippines and publicly listed in the PSE with the stock symbol GLO. The company serves the telecommunications and technology needs of consumers and businesses across an entire suite of products and services including mobile, fixed, broadband, data connectivity, internet and managed services. It has major interests in financial technology, digital marketing solutions, venture capital funding for startups, and virtual healthcare. In 2019, Globe became a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact, committing to implement universal sustainability principles. Its principals are Ayala Corporation and Singtel, acknowledged industry leaders in the country and in the region. For more information, visit https://www.globe.com.ph/about-us/newsroom.html
About 917Ventures
917Ventures is the Philippines’ largest corporate venture builder that ideates, launches, accelerates, and scales new businesses that uplift the lives of Filipinos. Delivering indelible value to the Philippines and beyond, 917Ventures leverages the rich asset base of the Globe Group and Ayala Corporation. 917Ventures’ portfolio companies include some of the country’s distinguished tech solutions, including double unicorn GCash and telehealth provider KonsultaMD. To know more about 917Ventures, visit https://917ventures.com.
About Ayala Corporation
Ayala Corporation is one of the largest and oldest conglomerates in the Philippines. For 189 years, Ayala has aligned itself with the development needs of the country, resulting in a meaningful presence in real estate, banking, digital solutions, and power. It likewise has a growing presence in healthcare and logistics as well as investments in industrial technologies, water, education, and technology ventures. Ayala manages its corporate social responsibility initiatives through Ayala Foundation. For more information, visit https://ayala.com/press-room
