Arrears to CARS program to be paid this year

Title Revving Up The Future of CARS Program and Electric Vehicle Inc
Incentives in the Philippines

The Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) program, launched i
in 2015, has faced its fair share of challenges. However, with a new commit
commitment to settle unpaid dues this year, it appears that the program is 
revving up for a brighter future.

A New Era of Opportunities

The CARS program aimed to revitalize local vehicle manufacturing through fi
fiscal incentives for participants that would produce at least 200,000 unit
units of their enrolled model within six years. Although some companies lik
like Mitsubishi and Toyota joined the program, it has faced criticisms and 
delays. However, with the government's promise to settle P4.3 billion in ob
obligations, there is renewed optimism.

Electric Vehicle Incentives Take Center Stage

The government is now prioritizing another program, the Electric Vehicle In
Incentive Strategy (EVIS), which will be given an executive order with guid
guidelines before the president's State of the Nation Address in July. This
This new initiative aims to attract more electric vehicle investors to the 
country.

What Lies Ahead for EVIS?

Through the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (Evida) law, EVIS off
offers fiscal and non-fiscal incentives to support local assembly of EVs an
and components. The program seeks to

Boost local manufacturing of electric vehicles, batteries, and charging i
infrastructure
Lower emissions and reduce fuel import dependence
Create 680,000 new jobs and generate P120 billion in investments
Generate P11.4 trillion in economic output, and narrow the cost gap betwe
between EVs and traditional motor vehicles

Mitsubishi Leads the Charge

So far, only Mitsubishi has committed to join the program, with plans to bu
build a hybrid EV model by mid-2028. Another automotive company is also int
interested in joining, but details remain undisclosed.

Conclusion The Future of CARS and EVIS

As the government settles unpaid dues for the CARS program, there is renewe
renewed hope for the future of local vehicle manufacturing. Meanwhile, the 
Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS) is poised to take center stage, 
offering a new era of opportunities for investors and job creation.

A Game-Changer?

While some may view the CARS program as a boondoggle, it has still managed 
to revitalize local vehicle manufacturing. With EVIS on the horizon, there 
is potential for this initiative to be a game-changer for the country's aut
automotive industry. However, only time will tell if this new program can o
overcome past challenges and achieve its ambitious goals.

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Keywords Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS), Electric
Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS), Philippine government, local ve
vehicle manufacturing, electric vehicles, job creation, investment opportun
opportunities.

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Edward Lance Arellano Lorilla

CEO / Co-Founder

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