Ayala Foundation receives BYD vehicles for faster disaster response

ACMobility, together with BYD Philippines, formally turned over four advanced electrified vehicles to the Ayala Foundation, the social development arm of the Ayala Group of Companies. This was done to enhance Ayala Foundation's disaster response capabilities on the ground.

The donated fleet consists of three BYD Shark 6 DMO pickups and one BYD Sealion 6 DM-i SUV, each equipped with emergency gear to enable them to navigate freely and respond to urgent situations. The turnover was held last July 19, 2025, in observance of National Disaster Resilience Month.

The four BYD electrified vehicles are part of ACMobility and BYD Philippines’ commitment to donate $ 100 for each BYD Sealion 6 DM-i sold from its launch on July 25, 2024, to December 31, 2024, to aid in disaster relief and preparedness following the devastation brought by Typhoon Carina last year.

Key persons present included Jaime Alfonso Zobel de Ayala, CEO of ACMobility; Tony Lambino, president of Ayala Foundation; Adam Hu, Country Head of BYD Philippines; and representatives from community partners in Mindoro, including Aninuan Barangay Captain Manolito Bagos, Iraya Mangyan representative Wilson Pampilo; and Pablito de Jesus.

“These vehicles are tools for hope, equipped to support fast mobilization during emergencies and help deliver aid, equipment, and relief where they’re needed most. With advanced electric technology and modern rescue features, they’re built to serve communities in times of greatest need,” said Zobel de Ayala.

Ayala Foundation will utilize the rescue vehicles in the implementation of its Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) program, as well as its other programs led by partner NGOs in various local communities. Aside from the vehicles, proceeds from the donation will also be used to procure disaster preparedness kits and water filtration systems to be distributed to vulnerable communities across Luzon as part of safe water initiatives during disasters.

“Every second matters in a crisis, and these vehicles will help us reach communities faster and safer. We thank BYD Philippines and ACMobility for sharing in our mission to uplift lives, especially in times of urgent need,” said Lambino.

The recent rains and floods brought by Tropical Storms Crising, Dante, Emong, and the Southwest Monsoon, also known as Habagat, demonstrated the need for capable emergency response vehicles. Ayala Foundation made use of the BYD Shark 6 DMO to deliver food packs and Go Bags prepared by Ayala Foundation, Ayala Group volunteers, including ACMobility employees, and partner organizations to flood-affected barangays in Bagong Silang in Quezon City, Tañong in Malabon, Bangkulasi in Navotas, Parola in Manila, and Tumana in Marikina last July 25 and 26, 2025.

In addition, the Ayala Group of Companies and BYD dealerships donated more than 900 food packs, 500 Go Bags, and 2,500 anti-bacterial medicines to families and communities in these barangays, which were distributed in partnership with local government partners.

Last but not least, BYD La Union also extended a helping hand to local communities in the province that were directly impacted by Typhoon Emong. Utilizing the Shark 6 and Sealion 6’s V2L feature, local residents were able to charge their mobile phones and gadgets while electricity service was cut in the aftermath of the storm. The free charging service organized by the dealership enabled residents of the community to stay connected over the weekend as emergency services worked to restore power to the affected areas of the province.