Grab Philippines has launched the country’s first fully electric, on-demand taxi fleet, signaling a major milestone in the nation’s transition toward sustainable urban mobility.
Branded GrabTaxi Electric, the new service is now operational in key Metro Manila areas—Makati, Taguig, Pasig, Mandaluyong, Parañaque, and Pasay—and will expand to Davao and Cagayan de Oro later this year. The initiative is a joint effort with local fleet partner EV Taxi Corp, and follows Grab’s successful June 2024 EV pilot in collaboration with BYD Philippines.
“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… something you can book, ride, and feel today.”
The launch underscores both operational feasibility and commercial viability for electric vehicles (EVs) in the Philippine market, where combustion engine vehicles still dominate. The earlier pilot demonstrated that EVs can deliver cost savings and operational efficiencies for both fleet operators and drivers.
EV Taxi Corp president Frankie Ang emphasized the significance of the partnership: “Our collaboration with Grab proves that when multinational platforms and local innovators work together, we can fast-track a cleaner, more inclusive future for transport.”
GrabTaxi Electric is currently in beta and accessible via the Grab app under the Transport tab. The rollout also forms part of Grab’s broader eco-mobility roadmap, which includes in-app sustainability features and deeper cooperation with government and industry stakeholders to expand EV readiness across the country.
This marks a pivotal step in aligning transport innovation with national sustainability goals—both as a commercial venture and a public commitment.
