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Maybank Philippines and Jetour Auto Philippines celebrated the World Environment Day last week with the launch of its promo to raise awareness on electric vehicles in promoting sustainability at the Synergy Center of the Maybank Corporate Center in Bonifacio Global City.
Jetour presented its Ice Cream fully electric cars while Maybank, a fast-rising bank in the country today, unwrapped its new and affordable financing scheme for the promotion of their sustainability partnership. The collaboration between Maybank and Jetour is focused on encouraging the adaption of electric vehicles (EVs) and supporting an environmentally friendly lifestyle.
The Ice Cream cars, presented in four colors, can now be had with a simple downpayment of 15% or a monthly amortization as low as P7,339, making it easier for individuals to own an electric vehicle. Starting price is at P699,000.
“We have always looked for partnerships that are aligned with our strategic thrusts and will be able to support our sustainability commitments to our customers and the community in general,” said Maybank Philippines president and CEO Abigail Tina Del Rosario. “We found one in Jetour, and in our own way, through this collaboration, we hope to be a significant contributor to efforts on saving the environment, by acting decisively in lessening our carbon footprint and enabling our customers in their decarbonization journey. Ultimately, may this initiative contribute in addressing the impact of climate change.”
Maybank Philippines, Inc. (MPI) is a member of the Maybank Group, one of Asia’s leading banking groups, and Southeast Asia’s fourth largest bank by assets, with 60 branches and 4 Branch Lites nationwide.
For his part, Miguelito Jose, managing director of Jetour, said: “By working together on World Environment Day and as we move forward to transitioning from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to hybrids, to a visionary path towards full-electric vehicles. We are grateful to have found a like-minded partner in Maybank, sharing the same purpose and direction as we embark on this remarkable journey together by providing accessible financing options for the Jetour Ice Crea EVs. We can make it effortless for new car owners to embrace electric mobility.”
The Jetour Ice Cream is equipped with a 20kWh E-motor that delivers a maximum speed output of >100 km/h and a peak torque of 85Nm. The motor is powered by a lithium-ion battery with 13.9 kwH power capacity and 220V charging voltage that ranges to 170 km on a single charge, ideal for running errands, going to the store, or visiting nearby malls without worrying about range anxiety.
It also comes with an 8-year battery warranty or 120,000 km, whichever comes first, and a 3-year vehicle warranty or 100,000 km, whichever comes first. The Jetour Ice Cream is one of the most affordable full electric cars in the market.