BYD Cars Philippines recently hosted an exclusive Drive-In Cinema at Ayala Malls Trinoma to celebrate the second anniversary of the Sealion 6 DM-i.
The event brought together over 60 owners of one of BYD’s most popular Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) models.
Participants joined a grand multi-point convoy from across Luzon, featuring stops at BYD Manila Bay, BYD Sta Rosa, and Shell Mobility Mexico Southbound, which hosts an ACMobility Charging station. This milestone underscores the strength of the BYD Sealion 6 Facebook community, which now counts over 25,000 active members nationwide.
“Our BYD Sealion 6 owners are the true heartbeat of the brand,” said Bob Palanca, Managing Director of BYD Cars Philippines. “Every story they share, every new driver they welcome into the fold, and every kilometer they put on their Sealion 6 DM-i is a testament to the trust they’ve placed in us. We’re committed to matching that trust with exceptional, reliable after-sales support as this community continues to grow.”
Since its launch, the Sealion 6 DM-i continues to be one of the most popular models in the BYD lineup. As the country’s first vehicle featuring BYD’s Super DM-i technology, it offers a combined range exceeding 1,000 kilometers from a full charge and tank, effectively eliminating the range anxiety that has long held drivers back. This gave Filipinos a practical and accessible entry point into electrified driving. For owner Seth Tullao, that promise has played out firsthand: since buying his Sealion 6 DM-i in 2024, he has clocked 77,000 kilometers on an all-stock unit, a testament to the confidence owners have placed in the car as they push it to its full potential on Philippine roads.
That confidence is backed by substance, with the vehicle’s ADAS suite and versatile Vehicle-to-Load functionality, which add further layers of convenience behind the wheel. The Sealion 6 DM-i also comes with a 5-star safety rating from both ANCAP and Euro NCAP to round out its safety credentials. All of this comes wrapped in the kind of real-world fuel efficiency that has made the Sealion 6 DM-i a standout in its class and was awarded 2025 Car of the Year by the Philippine EV Community.
The 2nd anniversary of the BYD Sealion 6 honored the owners who have helped make it possible. In just two years, the Sealion 6 Owners Club has evolved into one of the country’s most active and engaged automotive communities. The group consistently hosts meetups that transform individual car ownership into a genuine communal experience, that allows members to share real-world insights, reflecting both the strength of the product and the trust owners have placed in the brand.
“Two years ago, we started with a handful of owners who simply wanted a place to share their experience with the Sealion 6 DM-i,” said Edward Salas, President of the BYD Sealion 6 Club. “Today, we’re a much larger community that is bound by a shared passion for electrified driving. Nights like this remind us how far we’ve come together, and how much further we can go.”
The event was made possible through key partnerships that extended the celebration beyond the automotive space. BYD Cars Philippines partnered with the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) to spotlight the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival as part of the evening’s program, lending the celebration a distinctly Filipino cultural dimension in support of local film artistry. The Club also welcomed McDonald’s and Taters as event partners for the celebration.
BYD Cars Philippines continues to invite the public to discover the benefits of BYD’s Super DM-i technology and join the growing movement toward electrified mobility in the country. For more information on BYD and its full lineup, you may also visit www.bydcarsphilippines.com .
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About ACMobility
ACMobility, a member of the Ayala Group, is one of the Philippines’ most diversified mobility solutions providers and is the prime mover for the electrification of the country’s mobility sector. The company is the official distributor and accredited importer of BYD passenger cars, offering a range of sustainable vehicle solutions and overseeing an expansive network of BYD dealerships nationwide. It is also the official distributor and accredited importer of Kia, offering innovative products spanning traditional to electrified powertrains, through a network spanning the Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao regions.
Aside from automotive distribution, ACMobility also operates select dealerships of BYD and Kia, as well as the largest network of Isuzu dealerships in the country. The company most recently entered the luxury retail segment through the launch of select dealerships of DENZA, BYD’s premium line of new energy vehicles. As an end-to-end mobility platform, ACMobility is also the master franchisor of the Bosch Car Service automotive workshop network, which offers “one-stop-shop” servicing across vehicle segments and powertrains.
In line with the company’s thrust of leading the transition to an electrified and sustainable mobility ecosystem, ACMobility has been investing in the development of electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) in strategic locations throughout the country. The company’s growing network of EVCS is spread across over 200 locations nationwide. At the same time, the company is also developing digital solutions that will allow individuals and businesses to easily access charging infrastructure and service centers.