MG cars destroyed in 2025 fire incident to be ‘responsibly’ disposed of

MANILA: Morris Garages (MG) Motor Philippines has tapped En Tsumugi End-of-Life-Vehicle (ELV) Dismantling Corporation to responsibly dispose of electric vehicle (EV) units that were destroyed during a fire incident in 2025. 

To recall, a fire broke out at an industrial site in Barangay Pagaspas, Tanauan City, Batangas, which burned some 200 cars from the SAIC-owned car brand’s stock yard. 

In a previous report, Zigwheels Philippines noted that among the units that were damaged by the fire were the MG3 Hybrid and MG 4 EV. And while these were fitted with lithium-ion batteries, MG Motor Philippines claimed that the vehicle’s power supplies did not combust. 

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Safe, environmentally-responsible disposal of EV units 

The partnership between MG Motor Philippines and En Tsumugi ELV Dismantling Corporation will result in the safe and environmentally responsible disposal of the abovementioned fire-affected EVs. 

Per the carmaker’s local wing, high-voltage batteries require specialized handling and disposal procedures in compliance with global environmental standards. As such, the dismantling company will ensure that all the destroyed EVs are processed in a controlled and compliant manner, minimizing environmental impact while adhering to strict safety protocols. 

“Safety, responsibility, and sustainability remain at the core of MG’s operations,” MG Motor Philippines President Wei Wei Zhang was quoted as saying. 

“Through this partnership with En Tsumugi, we are ensuring that all necessary measures are taken to properly manage and dispose of affected EV units in a way that upholds the highest environmental and safety standards. This reflects our long-term commitment to responsible mobility in the Philippines,” he added. 

Model EVL facility 

En Tsumugi ELV Dismantling Corporation, located in Mexico, Pampanga, is recognized as the Philippines’ first model ELV dismantling facility. 

It was formed as a pilot project by ELV dismantler Tsuruoka Corporation Limited and was financially supported by the Japan International Cooperation Agency, with technical assistance and guidance on business development provided by Toyota Motor Corporation and Mitsui & Company Limited. 

“As vehicle technologies evolve, proper recovery and treatment standards must evolve as well,” En Tsumugi Marketing Director and Chief Financial Officer John Hung noted. 

“En Tsumugi remains committed to supporting safer, more sustainable end-of-life vehicle management aligned with emerging global environmental practices,” he added. 

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