DOE Drafting EV Transport Safety Rules After MV June Aster Tragedy
The Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) is fast-tracking the drafting of safety regulations for the maritime transport of electric vehicles (EVs) following the tragic fire aboard the MV June Aster. Current rules do not explicitly prohibit EV transport, prompting the DOE to coordinate with industry bodies for specific guidelines.
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