03/08/2026
THE FIRST FILIPINO ELECTRIC VEHICLE ON THE GLOBAL STAGE
Francisco Motors, the iconic company that started making Philippine jeepneys in 1947, founded by Anastacio Trinidad Francisco in Zapote, Las Piñas now has a new electric car called the Elektron. It is a clean, battery-powered five-seater compact SUV made for everyday driving. The car looks modern with bright LED lights, offers plenty of legroom, and has a big trunk for storage. Drivers can choose from three different versions, ranging from a basic model that travels around 400 kilometers on a single charge to a top-tier model that goes up to 600 kilometers and speeds up very fast. Best of all, fast-charging stations can fill the battery in only 30 minutes.
Inside the Elektron, there are two large touchscreens on the dashboard for music, maps and car settings, along with an AI assistant named DOMENG to help you while driving. Higher models include cozy heated seats, a large glass roof, wireless phone charging, and safety tools like automatic emergency braking and 360-degree cameras. The car starts at ₱1,947,000, and Francisco Motors released a special first edition limited to just 1,947 units to honor the year the company began. With the Elektron, this long-time local brand is helping lead the way into the future of electric cars.
Can a legendary Filipino jeepney maker succeed in the world of high-tech electric SUVs? Would you drive the new Francisco Motors Elektron over global EV brands like BYD or Tesla?
📸 courtesy of Elmer Francisco