May 13, 2021 THE role of mass transportation in a progressive city is essential. But with the worsening traffic condition in the city, Dabawenyos are looking for efficient yet affordable transportation.
Davao City, being the center of commerce not only in Davao Region but also in the entire Mindanao, is now gearing toward modernizing transportation through sustainable and eco-friendly public utility vehicles (PUVs).
Amid the Covid-19 pandemic, the city welcomed Best Bus.
Davao Light and Power Company (Davao Light), GET Philippines, and QEV Technologies in Spain recently launched the Business for Environmentally Sustainable Transformation (Best) Bus project launched the first fully-electric, free ride shuttle service in Mindanao on December 11, 2020.
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Electric buses now in Davao City
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Published December 15, 2020, 2:24 PM
DAVAO CITY – Seven modern electric and fully-air conditioned Business for Environmentally Sustainable Transformation (BEST) Buses have started plying the streets of downtown Davao City, offering free rides to local passengers for six months.
An electric bus waits for passenger in Agdao district, Davao City. The city government has recently rolled out seven modern electric and fully-airconditioned Business for Environmentally Sustainable Transformation (BEST) buses have started plying around the streets of of the city offering free rides to local passengers. (Keith Bacongco)
During her live interview over Davao City Disaster Radio (DCDR 87.5), Mayor Sara Duterte said that the e-buses have started servicing local passengers since last Monday after she and Davao Light and Power Company (DLPC) president and chief operating officer Rodger S. Velasco signed a memorandum of agreement for the BEST Bus Project.
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As Christmas is upon us, i gathered some suggestions on how to get us to buy more local goods for the season. Every peso spent on the local economy is a benefit to the community, as getting this going is necessary as we all work towards recovery.
One, get a bowl of locally grown fruit on your noche buena and New Year’s Eve feast. Be sure to wash carefully. You can also buy locally made ham and food items, even buy a special dish from a local restaurant. Again, observe safe delivery protocols.
Many local suppliers and restaurants have Christmas packages for food favorites like ham and related dishes. Many of them, including retailers already have online shopping options even innovated by offering precooked frozen dishes for heating. Look up your local supermarket or online stores and restaurants for details. It is possible to enjoy them at home.