MANILA, PHILIPPINES — BYD Cars Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, have officially announced their partnership with Sunrise Events for the highly anticipated BYD IRONMAN 70.3 Davao. During a ceremonial signing event held at BYD Manila Bay, the brand also unveiled the powerhouse BYD Triathlon teams.
Representing the brand's spirit of endurance and performance, the BYD Celebrity Triathlon Team features Nico Bolzico (Run), Alden Richards (Bike), and Wil Dasovich (Swim). They are joined by the BYD Triathlon Team, composed of Olympian Jasmine Alkhaldi (Swim), Jens Jacobsen (Bike), and Jennifer Uy (Run).
The partnership is driven by the shared belief that true performance is earned through intelligence, discipline, and innovation. As the global leader in New Energy Vehicles, BYD sees a direct parallel between the world’s most respected endurance race and its own engineering philosophy.
"BYD partnering with Ironman is a great opportunity to showcase sustainability in terms of sports and car manufacturing," says Alden Richards. "The goal here is really to inspire a global movement where high performance and technology coexist."
“Our partnership with IRONMAN 70.3 Davao is a testament to BYD’s commitment to endurance, performance, and technological excellence. By supporting this premier athletic event, we aren't just showcasing our vehicles; we are proving that sustainable, electrified mobility can meet the most demanding standards of precision and power,” say Bob Palanca, Managing Director of BYD Cars Philippines. “We are excited to engage with the triathlon community and demonstrate how our advanced technology can empower every athlete's journey toward a better future.”
For the athletes, the synergy between human endurance and EV technology is a natural fit. Wil Dasovich noted the similarities between managing energy on the road and on the racecourse: “In Ironman, energy management is everything. You have to be efficient and not just fast. Whether it's a car reaching a 2,000-kilometer range or an athlete finishing a 12-hour race, both are dedicated to the business of 'Long Range'.”
The partnership will bring the brand’s cutting-edge technology directly to the athletes and fans through the BYD Tech Tour: Ironman Edition. A centerpiece of the activation will be the display of a special Ironman-decaled BYD Shark 6 DMO, a rugged showcase of electric power designed to engage the high-value triathlon community and accelerate EV adoption across Mindanao.
Nico Bolzico highlighted the broader impact of the event, stating, “This collaboration proves that we can host world-class events and I think that's very important when it comes to athletes especially and at the same time, we can protect the planet.”
“As we engage with communities across the country, we are showcasing a future where electrified mobility is within reach for everyone. By linking BYD’s innovative vehicles with our nationwide charging network, ACMobility is building an ecosystem that makes sustainable transport more accessible than ever, especially in Davao for the Ironman 70.3,” says Jaime Alfonso Zobel de Ayala, CEO of ACMobility.
For more information on the existing vehicle lineup and electrified solutions of BYD Cars Philippines, visit bydcarsphilippines.com.
