Baguio city: The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) will offer a free electric shuttle service for guests and visitors of Camp John Hay starting July 15. BCDA President and CEO Joshua Bingcang announced that the initiative aims to improve accessibility, reduce traffic congestion, and promote eco-friendly transport within the former US military rest and recreation facility.

According to Philippines News Agency, Bingcang emphasized the project's commitment to aiding Baguio City in addressing urban challenges while maintaining the environment and the city's natural beauty. The six-month pilot run will involve three e-vehicles operating around designated stations with fixed schedules.

Visitors without private vehicles currently rely on jeepneys, which only stop at the gates, and taxis, which are scarce upon exiting the site. To address this issue, BCDA and John Hay Management Corporation (JHMC) signed a memorandum of understanding with South Korea's DeviceDesign Co. Ltd. and the Cordillera Basic Sector Transport Cooperative (CBSTC).

CBSTC CEO Jude Wal highlighted that the e-shuttles are equipped to handle Baguio's rugged terrain, making them suitable for other areas in the Cordillera as well. The project aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on communities and climate action.