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Can I drive from Manila to Ilocos (Laoag) in an EV?

The full Ilocos run, windmills, sand dunes, and a real range plan. It's about 480 km via NLEX → SCTEX → TPLEX, and one of the most-searched road trips in the country.

Yes, with 2 charging stops

Yes, with 2 fast-charging stops. The route has 60 DC fast chargers along the expressways; the itinerary below picks the ones that keep every leg within range. Watch the final leg: MacArthur Highway up the Ilocos coast to Laoag, charging thins out past La Union.

480 km
Distance (1-way)
60
DC fast on route
2
Recommended stops
58 km
Worst DC gap
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The route & its chargers

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  1. Depart Manila

    Leave with a full charge (100%).

  2. ACMobility EV Charging Hub - Shell Subic Zambales

    ~124 km in · ≈4.7 km off, a short detour. Charge to ~80% before the next leg.

  3. Evro - Shell Recharge Rosario

    ~277 km in · right by the expressway. Charge to ~80% before the next leg.

  4. Arrive Ilocos (Laoag)

    Charge here: 3 chargers within 30 km (below).

Set your EV to check this route against your car's real range and connector.

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