As fuel prices fluctuate and traffic jams remain a daily challenge, electric taxis like Green GSM are quietly reshaping our work lives. Daily commuters can find relief in more predictable expenses and much calmer travels.
Benedick Ferreras, a Metro Manila driver who had never driven an electric vehicle before, said his decision was shaped by everyday considerations rather than the technology itself. “I save more now because I don’t need to spend on fuel, and maintenance is also lower compared to gas vehicles,” he explained. “It makes planning my monthly expenses more manageable.”
Carlo Monti Galano, a driver working with Green GSM, said he and many of his colleagues share similar experiences. Without the constant worry of rising gasoline prices, managing monthly expenses has become less stressful. “Charging costs are lower, so I have more flexibility for my family and other needs,” he said.
Raul Dela Cruz, another driver new to electric vehicles, described the difference in simple terms. “It’s smooth and quiet,” he said. “In heavy traffic, that makes driving feel less stressful and easier to manage.”
From the passenger’s perspective, these changes are felt in simple ways. Yaj Myel Manzo, a regular commuter in Metro Manila, said rides now feel easier and more comfortable. “The car is quiet, the Green GSM driver is careful, and the overall experience feels calm,” he said. “For me, a good ride is one I don’t have to think about.”
Green GSM, the Philippines’ pioneering all-electric taxi fleet powered exclusively by VinFast EVs, is gradually integrating into Manila’s daily rhythm. While not transforming the city’s transport landscape overnight, the service is building trust through consistent, reliable trips that blend seamlessly into everyday routines.
For drivers and passengers navigating Manila’s congested streets, these small shifts—more predictable workdays, calmer journeys, and growing reliability—are making a meaningful difference, one trip at a time.
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