With industry and government cooperating to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the Philippines, the electric vehicle (EV) market continues to grow. It is estimated that P1.68 B ($33.6 M) in revenue will come from services and sales of 200,000 vehicles by 2024, according to the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP).
It makes a lot of sense to switch to EVs from traditional fuel-powered vehicles, especially given today’s outrageous gas prices. Thus, the number of EVs sold in the Philippines is increasing slowly and surely.
Philippine law regulates electric vehicles to keep up with the trend. In addition, different public and private entities are beginning to build charging stations.
SM Supermalls is one of the firms that has started to install charging stations for electric vehicles in its malls. Since SM is one of the biggest shopping malls in the country, their initiative to promote EVs will surely help make this market more mainstream.
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What kind of EV chargers are available at SM Malls?
There are currently 7.4Kw AC chargers with Type-C connectors in the malls of SM. These chargers are Wallbox Pulsar Plus 7.4Kw. As of now, each mall must have at least two chargers available at all times.
Which type of EV is compatible with SM Malls Charging Station?
In SM malls, EV chargers have Type 2 connectors, which will charge electric vehicles from brands including Ford, Fiat, Audi, BMW, Porsche, and Hyundai.
Consult the EV’s manual or the manufacturer’s website to determine if it uses the same standard.
What is the charging time for an EV?
Charge times are determined by the EV’s battery’s capacity and charger’s charging power. A battery’s capacity divided by its charging power will tell you how long it would take to charge.
How much does it cost to charge EVs at SM Malls?
SM malls offer completely free EV charging stations for their customers and drivers. SM may eventually charge EV owners, especially as more Filipinos use electric vehicles.
Which SM Supermalls offer EV charging stations?
- SM Aura, B1 Parking
- SM City BF Parañaque
- SM City Bicutan
- SM City Fairview
- SM City Grand Central
- SM City Manila
- SM City Marikina
- SM City San Lazaro
- SM City Sta. Mesa
- SM City Valenzuela
- SM Mall of Asia (MOA), 3rd Level North Parking Building
- SM Megamall
- SM North EDSA, 3rd Level North Parking Tower
- SM Southmall
- The Podium
As the market for Electric vehicles continues to rise, SM Malls can continue its EV Charging Station- and even expand it- in the future.
