In a strong push toward sustainable mobility, the Department of Energy (DOE), in partnership with Petron Corporation and the country’s leading automotive players, launched the 2025 DOE-Petron Fuel Economy Run along the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX). The initiative underscores government and industry’s united effort to equip Filipino motorists with credible benchmarks on fuel efficiency, reduce transport-related emissions, and accelerate the shift to cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable transport solutions.
Aligned with the Philippine Energy Plan, Republic Act (RA) No. 11285 or the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act and RA No. 11697 or the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act, the Fuel Economy Run underscores DOE’s strong commitment to policies that advance energy efficiency, sustainable transport, and energy security.
Sixty-eight vehicles, including internal combustion engines (ICE), hybrid (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and battery electric vehicles (BEV), participated in the event. Covering a 156-kilometer route designed to mirror real-world expressway driving conditions, the run provided credible benchmarks for motorists and manufacturers on vehicle fuel performance.
“This isn’t a race. It’s a demonstration of how different vehicle technologies perform under actual driving conditions. Our focus is on providing credible fuel economy data, not on who finishes first. By testing vehicles under real-world driving conditions, we are guiding Filipino consumers that energy efficiency is both practical and attainable,” said Energy Secretary Sharon S. Garin.
Transport is one of the country’s most energy-intensive sectors, accounting for 34% of total energy consumption. The results of this activity may serve as a benchmark for government agencies and local government units in procuring efficient fleet vehicles, in support of the government’s accelerated campaign under the Government Energy Management Program (GEMP). By shifting to more efficient vehicles and fuels, we can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, lessen dependence on imported fuel, and improve air quality for future generations.
To ensure fairness, all ICE and hybrid vehicles used Petron XCS premium gasoline and Petron Turbo Diesel, while BEVs and PHEVs were supported by Petron EV charging stations and AC Mobility’s mobile chargers. Results of the run will be published on the DOE website to serve as a practical reference for consumers and the automotive industry.
The 2025 Fuel Economy Run was made possible through the strong collaboration of Petron Corporation, SMC Infrastructure, AC Mobility, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI), and the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP).
“This is a true demonstration of the Bagong Pilipinas spirit where government, industry, and consumers unite to achieve energy security, environmental sustainability, and economic efficiency for the benefit of all Filipinos,” Secretary Garin added.