Tesla launches 1st ‘supercharging’ stations in PH

Tesla Philippines on Wednesday launched its first “supercharging” stations for its electric vehicles in the Philippines.

In a news release, Tesla Philippines said the establishment of four “supercharging” stations at Uptown Mall, Bonifacio Global City “signifies a significant step forward in enabling electric vehicles charging across the country where Tesla will continue putting effort in expanding its charging network in the future.”

The electric car maker said a supercharging station, operating at the peak efficiency of 250 kilowatts (kW), can charge up a Tesla car to last up to 120 kilometers in only five minutes. 

The company said supercharging will be available on a pay-per-use basis at P19 per kW. It will cost P1,140 to fully charge a Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive with a range up to 513 kilometers.

It will cost P1,140 to fully charge a Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive. Ted Cordero/ GMA Integrated News

“Tesla's mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. Tesla enables the use of electric vehicles by building charging infrastructure around people’s lifestyles. Tesla will keep expanding our charging network to create a seamless EV experience in the Philippines, we will collaborate closely in the near future” said Isabel Fan, regional director of Tesla.

The Tesla Model 3 costs P2,136,000 (inclusive of VAT) while Model Y at P2,396,000 (inclusive of VAT), both are now available to view and order in the Philippines. — BM, GMA Integrated News