BYD and ACMobility Commit 100 USD for every BYD Sealion 6 DM-i sold in 2024 to Typhoon Carina Victims
BYD Cars Philippines and ACMobility, the Philippine distributor of BYD vehicles, have pledged to donate $100 to Super Typhoon Carina’s victims for every BYD Sealion 6 DM-i sold from July 25, 2024 until December 31, 2024.
This campaign is part of both companies’ broader efforts to the affected communities and reflects their dedication to social responsibility. In fact, ACMobility was one of the first to mobilize disaster response efforts by distributing relief goods to over 100 families in Dela Paz, Pasig City, on July 26. Employees and volunteers from ACMobility, BYD Cars Philippines, and its affiliate agencies participated in the cause.
“On behalf of BYD, I would like to express my sympathy to the people affected by Typhoon Carina. We, together with ACMobility, wish to extend BYD’s support to Filipinos who suffered from this unfortunate disaster,” said BYD Asia Pacific Auto Sales Division General Manager Liu Xueliang.
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The BYD Sealion 6 DM-i
The BYD Sealion 6 DM-i is an all-electric compact SUV that runs on BYD’s proprietary Super DM-i Technology—generating power well beyond the typical electric vehicle. It generates 217 horsepower and 325 Newton meters of torque, enabling it to go from zero to a hundred in just over eight seconds.
Furthermore, the vehicle runs on Blade Battery, allowing it to drive up to 105 kilometers in Pure EV Mode and 1,100 km in Extended Range Mode. It empowers drivers to travel without range anxiety. Attendees of ACMobility and BYD Cars Philippines’ relief drive even used the Sealion 6 DM-i’s Blade Battery to charge devices on-site.
The Sealion 6 DM-i starts at ₱1,548,000. With every unit sold, BYD and ACMotors donate $100 to Typhoon Carina’s victims until the end of 2024.
“Guided by our company value of malasakit, we remain committed to going above and beyond in serving our communities during these trying times,” BYD Cars Philippines Managing Director Bob Palanca shared.
The Devastating Typhoon Carina
Super Typhoon Carina—internationally known as Gaemi—brought widespread devastation across the Philippines. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) stated that Carina, on top of the southwest monsoon, affected over 1.3 million Filipinos.
The hardest-hit areas included the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), where over half a million Filipinos suffered property damage and losses. Around 211,000 lost their homes to floods and landslides and had to seek shelter in evacuation centers.
Agriculture also suffered severe losses. Typhoon Carina affected the livelihoods of at least 1,400 farmers, with damages amounting to PHP 9.7 million. Meanwhile, destruction to irrigation systems tallied at PHP 6.5 million. Damage to other non-agricultural infrastructure reached almost PHP 1.3 million.
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families affected by this calamity,” Palanca said.
About BYD Cars Philippines
BYD Cars Philippines is a leader in the Filipino EV industry. As the Philippine arm of the globally renowned electric car and battery manufacturer, it brings cutting-edge technology and powerful yet comfortable drives to the local sustainable mobility market.
The EV manufacturer has a range of models designed to address the needs of Filipinos, from affordable cars to luxury SUVs. Each vehicle’s cutting-edge tech and superior safety features make every purchase worth it. Most importantly, BYD addresses the growing demand for eco-friendly cars and actively participates in initiatives to build greener mobility infrastructure for Filipinos.
Visit BYD Cars Philippines’ website today to learn more.
