VinFast is bringing its electric scooters to the Philippines.

According to a report by TopGear, the Vietnamese EV manufacturer has signed agreements with 14 local distributors.

The report mentioned that specifically, the Evo, Feliz II, and Viper models shall be made available. The rollout will naturally begin in metro areas, as expected.

These models provide longer range on a single full charge and higher top speeds compared to budget e-bikes. It means they are suitable to be driven on major highways, provided that drivers have a license and the scooter is registered.

Moreover, in what is somewhat similar to Gogoro’s model from a few years back, VinFast is set to have 30,000 battery-swapping stations nationwide.

This way, drivers wouldn’t have to worry about running out of battery power while on the road. They can simply swap batteries instead of looking for charging stations.

This development means VinFast is competing head-on against other fuel-powered motorcycle brands in a market where such vehicles are popular for everyday use.

Not only that, VinFast will likewise compete with the likes of Yadea, RUX Electric Mobility, and even Hatasu to a certain extent.

It doesn’t come as a surprise as back home, VinFast is aggressively pushing for electrification, selling e-scooters to consumers.

This is aligned with the government’s goal to eventually ban petrol motorbikes in major cities, including the capital Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).

Given the massive rate the production is going, it is only sensible for VinFast to also target nearby markets where it already has a presence, including Indonesia, India, Malaysia, and Thailand.

In the Philippines, the Vingroup’s EV arm already competes in the electric cars and SUVs segment. Its offerings include the VF3 and VF5.

nubia Philippines and Geely Philippines have partnered for a raffle promo that gives customers the chance to win a brand-new car by simply purchasing nubia’s latest gaming smartphone models.

The promo runs from March 28 to May 30, giving customers more reasons to upgrade their devices. Simply purchase any model from the recently-released nubia Neo 5 series to enter the raffle — either online or through authorized stores.

The series comes with three models: the nubia Neo 5, Neo 5 Pro, and Neo 5 GT, and starts at just PhP 11,999.

To make sure your raffle entry counts, follow these steps too:

• Follow @nubiaPhilippines and @GeelyPhilippines on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok
• Scan the promo QR code and complete the registration form
• Upload proof of purchase and required screenshots to confirm your entry

The best part is each purchase earns one entry, and multiple entries are allowed.

At stake is the Geely GX3 Pro S, a subcompact crossover with a 1.5L engine and 5-speed manual transmission.

The lucky winner will take this home, along with another nubia Neo 5 GT 5G. Meanwhile, minor prizes include the three aforementioned nubia Neo 5 models.

Winners will be drawn on June 6, 2026 under the supervision of a DTI representative. It will also be streamed live on TikTok.

Atome Philippines has partnered with Bayad to allow users to pay for utilities, internet, and government contributions directly within the Atome app.

The integration with the country’s largest bill payment aggregator is designed to help Filipinos manage household budgets more easily without the need for extra steps.

Atome users no longer need to switch from one app to another, nor visit websites to handle monthly bills. Bayad’s extensive network of billers and service providers can be accessed through the platform.

As such, electricity and water bills, as well as government fees, can be paid for directly via the app.

Beyond convenience, users will likewise earn Atome rewards points on every utility bill payment they make.

The partnership between Atome and Bayad is an important step in financial inclusion in the Philippines.

It gives unbanked and underbanked individuals a simpler and more rewarding way to manage essential household expenses.

Atome is known popularly for its Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) offering. It has tie-ups with retailers like fashion, beauty, travel, and more.

The digital financial service platform also offers a Mastercard-powered BNPL card, as well as petty cash loans.