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Pinoy-made e-tranvia now offers free rides around Intramuros

A new kind of ride is now rolling through the historic streets of Intramuros in Manila. It looks like a tram from the old days, but it runs on pure electricity and was built entirely by Filipinos. The vehicle called the e-tranvia was shown to the public on March 19. It can carry 18 passengers and moves at low speeds, making it perfect for sightseeing inside the Walled City. Several groups worked together to make this happen. The Department of Science and Technology teamed up with its regional office in Metro Manila and its research institute in Bicutan. They also got help from the University of the Philippines Diliman and Cagayan State University. The body of the vehicle uses a special material made from abaca fiber. This was developed by DOST researchers. The electrical parts including the batteries and motor came from the UP Diliman team. Cagayan State University handled the design and put together the frame and suspension. MetroFuel Tracker shows a map of gas stations wit...
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Pinoy-made e-tranvia now offers free rides around Intramuros

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A new kind of ride is now rolling through the historic streets of Intramuros in Manila. It looks like a tram from the old days, but it runs on pure electricity and was built entirely by Filipinos.

The vehicle called the e-tranvia was shown to the public on March 19. It can carry 18 passengers and moves at low speeds, making it perfect for sightseeing inside the Walled City.

Several groups worked together to make this happen. The Department of Science and Technology teamed up with its regional office in Metro Manila and its research institute in Bicutan. They also got help from the University of the Philippines Diliman and Cagayan State University.

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The body of the vehicle uses a special material made from abaca fiber. This was developed by DOST researchers. The electrical parts including the batteries and motor came from the UP Diliman team. Cagayan State University handled the design and put together the frame and suspension.

The design takes people back in time. It looks like the old trams that used to run in Intramuros more than 100 years ago. But under the hood, it is all new technology. No diesel fuel is needed, unlike the current trams operating in the area.

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For now only one unit is running in Intramuros. But three more are on the way. Other units are also planned for South Cotabato, Cagayan province, and even Malacañang Palace according to CSU President Dr. Arthur Ibanez.

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Building each unit costs around Php2.5 million. DOST official Engr. Romelen Tresvalles said they are talking to private companies to help fund more production in the future.

Tourists can ride the e-tranvia for free. The route passes by Fort Santiago, Museo de Intramuros, Baluarte de San Diego, and the Pasig Esplanade. It also stops near schools inside the Walled City.

This article, Pinoy-made e-tranvia now offers free rides around Intramuros, was originally published at NoypiGeeks | Philippines Technology News, Reviews and How to's.


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