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Gogoro Philippines Completes Pilot, Gears Up for Opening of First Experience Center in Metro Manila

Gogoro Philippines has successfully completed the two-month pilot test of Gogoro’s innovative Smartscooter and battery-swapping system. In collaboration with over 60 Globe employees, the pilot showcased Gogoro’s edge as a sustainable transport alternative. The pilot test resulted in an impressive 3,316 kgs of carbon dioxide saved, 2,603 batteries swapped, and a total distance of 42,399 […]

November 3, 2023 Motorcycles, Personal Mobility

FINSI, 917Ventures partner to deploy Gogoro battery-swapping network in PH

Fiber Infrastructure and Network Services Inc. (FINSI), a subsidiary of the Asticom Group of Companies, was tapped by 917Ventures, the Globe Group’s corporate venture builder, to deploy and maintain the first-ever Gogoro® battery-swapping platform for its Smartscooters® in the Philippines. FINSI’s expertise in engineering and technology solutions made it the perfect partner to handle site […]

May 13, 2023 Technology

Globe’s 917Ventures and Ayala Corp. brings in Scooter with battery-swapping tech, Gogoro now in PH

Globe’s 917Ventures and Ayala Corporation are set to bring global two-wheel electric vehicle and battery-swapping technology leader Gogoro to the Philippines. Piloting in Metro Manila in Q1 2023, Gogoro’s Smartscooters will serve as an eco-friendly alternative to fossil fuel-powered vehicles currently used by the logistics and last-mile delivery industry. Gogoro® Smartscooters® are powered by Gogoro’s® battery swapping platform through […]

April 26, 2023 Technology