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October 30, 2026

The P 1.698M S08 i-DM Proves Jetour Knows What It's Doing


When Jetour first came to the Philippines, I wasn’t impressed with the cars. The first few models were bland and unremarkable, but little by little the Chinese automaker introduced newer models that had much better quality, pricing, and actually had personality. We’ve seen the likes of the Jetour T2 and T1 become top sellers in the market, propelling Jetour from nothing to something.

Right On Q: Audi's Hybrid Q3 And Q5 Serve Up The Right Stuff


Audi Philippines just launched its newest Q models a few months ago; this was a monumental occasion for them, as it marked the next-generation entry of the Q3 and Q5 nameplates. These Q5 models are built on Audi’s newest architecture, called the Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), which is an evolution of the older platforms but now houses upgrades to the overall base and allows Audi to use it further for hybrid powertrains.

Mazda PH Launches First-Ever PHEV: 2027 Mazda CX-80 e-Skyactiv PHEV For P 4.18M (w/ Specs)


Mazda Philippines introduces its first-ever plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) model, the Mazda CX-80. Crafted with precision and rooted in Japanese design, the CX-80 is a bold expression of comfort, versatility, and progressive engineering.

BYD Leads In New Car Purchase, Ownership Experience In The Philippines


BYD leads all other automotive brands when it comes to the purchase and ownership experience. This is according to Differential Singapore who held their second annual Philippines Customer eXperience Index (CXI) Study.

Manila To Clark On P 100 Of Gas? The GWM Haval H7 Does That Without Really Trying


I’m not really a fan of doing eco runs because they don’t necessarily represent real-world driving conditions and habits. However, in the interest of expanding my understanding of new energy vehicles, I was excited to be invited to GWM's Go 1,000 More media drive featuring its newest car, the H7.

Hyundai Rises To 29th As Most Valuable Global Brands In 2026


Hyundai Motor Company today ranked No. 29 in Interbrand’s “Best Global Brands 2026” report, with brand value reaching USD 25 billion. Hyundai also moved up two places to fourth among automotive brands in the ranking, from sixth in 2025, marking 17 years of consecutive growth in brand value.

MICHELIN Guide Manila And Environs & Cebu 2027 Reveals 10 Starred Restaurants


The Michelin Guide unveiled the second edition of the Michelin Guide Manila and Environs & Cebu at the Michelin Guide Restaurant Ceremony. The selection includes 1 Two Michelin Stars, 9 One Michelin Star (1 New), 31 Michelin Bib Gourmand (8 New, 2 Promoted) and 86 Michelin-Selected (18 New) restaurants. A newcomer, Flow, joins the One Michelin Star family. The 2027 selection recognizes 127 establishments reflecting a deepening of the market rather than rapid expansion, alongside four Special Awards, including the first Opening of the Year Award in the Philippines.

October 29, 2026

ACMobility Expands Presence In Visayas With First EV Charging Hub In Bohol


ACMobility, the country’s leading provider of end-to-end solutions for electric mobility, has launched the first electric vehicle (EV) charging hub in Bohol, located at the new Kia dealership in Tagbilaran City.

Mitsubishi PH Stands Firm On Local HEV Production But Still Awaits Clear Government Direction


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines (MMPC) is standing firm in supporting the Philippines’ Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS) program. This comes amidst recent news wherein the Japanese automaker was quoted to be “uncertain” regarding its participation in the Philippine government’s electrification support program.

ACMobility Recognized At Philippine Energy Awards


ACMobility, the Ayala Group’s end-to-end electric mobility provider, has won the E-Mobility Infrastructure Excellence Award at the recent Philippine Energy Awards for its role in building the country’s electric mobility infrastructure.

Jetour Adventure Camp Brings Over 80 Owners Together As Jetour Club PH Officially Launched


Jetour Auto Philippines, Inc. (JAPI) brought together 80 owners of the Jetour T1, T2, and G700, along with their families, for Jetour Adventure Camp Season 1. With more than 300 Jetour enthusiasts in attendance, the gathering gave customers the opportunity to meet fellow owners, spend time with their families, and get to know the people behind the brand beyond the showroom.

Ford PH Reinforces Commitment To Customer Experience With First-Ever Service Fest


Ford Philippines recently conducted its first-ever Ford Service Fest, a one-day service and ownership festival that gathered over 50 Ford owners at the Ford Learning Center in Calamba, Laguna to showcase its suite of aftersales and service offerings under Ford Family Guarantee.

MG Expands Presence With New Bacoor Cavite Dealership


MG Motor Philippines and ATSVL Group have officially inaugurated MG Bacoor, a flagship dealership that combines an expansive retail environment with specialized aftersales facilities designed to support MG’s diverse vehicle lineup.

October 28, 2026

335-horsepower 2027 Geely Monjaro EM-i Launches With P 1.868M Price Tag (w/ Specs)


Geely Motor Philippines (GMP) introduces its new flagship SUV, the Monjaro EM-i. The Monjaro EM-i pairs Geely’s EM-i Super Hybrid PHEV technology with the performance and security of an all-wheel drive system—a first for the country.

Hyundai Opens In ParaƱaque


Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) continues to expand its dealer network through the inauguration of its newest dealership, Hyundai ParaƱaque. In partnership with Daehan Motor Incorporated, it brings Hyundai’s full range of passenger, hybrid, and commercial vehicles closer to customers in one of the fastest-growing cities in the country.

Modern Engines Are Getting Smaller, More Powerful


Thanks to tightening environmental legislations, performance engine power 30 years ago is now the norm for today’s average family car.

The 2026 Kia Sportage Turbo Hybrid Is The Segment's Underdog And It Deserves Your Attention


The return of the Kia Sportage to the Philippine market was a monumental step for the brand locally; it meant that it was returning to compete in the segment dominated by the RAV4 and CR-V. While the Sportage has a relatively strong local following, it failed to oust the top sellers, which led to its first demise.

October 27, 2026

Isuzu PH Adds New D-MAX AT Variant For P 1.549M


Isuzu Philippines adds a new variant to its D-Max pickup truck range with the introduction of the new D-Max LS 4x2 AT.

Dongfeng PH Launches 2027 Mage EV For P 1,398,000 (w/ Specs)


Dongfeng Philippines (Legado Motors) has officially launched the Mage EV, an all-electric compact SUV that offers a 530-kilometer range at a competitive P 1,398,000 price tag.

Clark Festival Of Speed 2026 Draws Largest-Ever Car Meet


The Clark International Festival of Speed (CIFOS) 2026 has raised the bar for Philippine car culture, breaking its own Tour d’Elegance parade record and setting a new national benchmark with 820 assorted make cars at the CIFOS: On The Grid car meet.

Dongfeng PH, Tara Tie Up For Sustainable TNVS Rides


Dongfeng Motors Philippines continues to champion sustainable mobility in the country through its partnership with Tara Global Technology Inc., the company behind the Tara ride-hailing application. By bringing together Dongfeng’s electric vehicle technology and Tara’s digital mobility platform, the collaboration reinforces a shared commitment to making transportation more accessible, efficient, and sustainable while creating opportunities for Filipino drivers and transport operators.

Here Are Honda Cars PH's Top Service Technicians For 2026


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) held its 2026 National Skills Contest (NSC) last October 21 gathering top Dealer Technicians, Service Advisors, and Service Marketing Specialists from across its nationwide network of 41 dealerships to compete under various categories. The contest allowed participants to demonstrate their technical expertise, precision, efficiency, creativity, and commitment to quality.

The Geely EX2 Now Comes In Limited-Edition Pink


Geely Philippines is bringing in a new colorway for its EX2 battery electric hatchback: pink. The new colorway, Aurora Pink, joins the current colorway of Moon White, Star Silver, Nebula Beige, Aurora Green, and Comet Gray as a limited 200-unit run.

Robert McAllister Is New Inchcape Philippines Country Head


Inchcape today announces the appointment of Robert McAllister as Country Head, Inchcape Philippines.

End Of The Road For Skyactiv-G? Mazda Keen To Roll Out Skyactiv-Z By End 2027


It’s no secret that Mazda is working on its first full (strong) hybrid system for a debut on the 2027 CX-5. What is surprising is just how fast they’ll be deploying the technology on its other vehicles as well.

Review: 2026 GAC Aion V Premium


Everyone and their grandmother wants a piece of that sub-P 1.7-million electrified compact crossover segment; a segment which has, for all intents and purposes, replaced the pickup-based passenger vehicle, as the default family car of choice among many Filipinos. And thanks to the deluge of Chinese offerings out there, it’s also the most competitive. This is the segment where the GAC Aion V finds itself in, and, for the most part, stands out in.

October 26, 2026

MG Inaugurates Refreshed MG Pulilan Dealership


MG Motor Philippines has officially inaugurated the renovated MG Pulilan dealership, marking another milestone in the brand's continued expansion and commitment to bringing its vehicles and services closer to Filipino customers, particularly in Bulacan and surrounding communities.

October 24, 2026

Rookie Racing Garage Manila To Open Soon


The confirmation of the Toyota GR86 OMR for 2027 may have made the headlines at the finale of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup, but a second major announcement was also made at the press con: the establishment of Rookie Racing Garage Manila.

Toyota Motor PH Unveils GR86 Cup Car For P 2.96M; All Set For 30-Car Grid In 2027


Toyota Motor Philippines has confirmed a new racing class joining the Tamaraw OMR and the Vios OMR at the 2027 Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup: the GR86 One-Make Race (OMR) Class.

October 23, 2026

PGA Cars Holds Trade In, Trade Up Weekend From October 23-25


PGA Cars, the official Philippine importer of Audi, Porsche, Lamborghini and Bentley, will hold its Trade In, Trade Up Weekend from October 23 to 25, 2026, at Audi Greenhills, offering customers a convenient opportunity to upgrade their vehicles through competitive trade-in valuations and exclusive ownership packages.

Isuzu PH Highlights Innovation, Customer Commitment At First-Ever Philippine International Truck Show


Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), the country’s leading truck manufacturer and distributor, showcased its legacy of reliability, innovation, and customer commitment at the inaugural Philippine International Truck Show (PITS), happening from October 22 to 24, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center Manila.

Honda Cars PH Inaugurates First Subsidiary-Owned Dealership; Also The First To Debut New Global Visual Identity


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) officially inaugurated Honda Cars Shaw, marking two significant milestones for the brand in the country: the opening of the first dealership operated by its subsidiary, Honda Cars Retail Philippines Co. (HCRP), and the debut of Honda’s New Global Visual Identity (VI) store design in the Philippines.

Confirmed: Honda To Get Mitsubishi Triton-Based Pickup Truck By 2028


It’s now official: Honda and Mitsubishi have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the development of a new Honda model based on the Mitsubishi Triton pickup truck.

October 22, 2026

Nissan Navara Pro PHEV, Primera EV Stocks Arrive Ahead Of November 6 Launch


Nissan Philippines announces the arrival of the Nissan Navara Pro PHEV and Nissan Primera EV in the country, taking two established Nissan nameplates into a new era of mobility ahead of their official launch on Friday, November 6.

Kia Launches 2027 PV5 EV Cargo Van For P 2.098M (w/ Specs)


Kia’s 2026 has been about expanding its EV lineup; so far, we’ve seen the launches of pure EV models like the EV3 and EV5, plus the return of the much-loved Sportage now in HEV form. Before the year is out, the Korean automaker wants to slide in one more important launch, this time catering to the logistics and utilitarian segment of mobility.

October 21, 2026

Toyota PH Donates P3M To Support Tamaraw Conservation In Mindoro


Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP), through its social and humanitarian arm, Toyota Motor Philippines Foundation (TMP Foundation), donates P 3 million to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources' (DENR) Tamaraw Conservation Program (TCP) to support the continued conservation and protection of the critically endangered Tamaraw (Bubalus mindorensis) on Mindoro Island.

GWM Signs 2 New Dealer Partners On Road To 20 By End-2026


GWM Philippines has appointed two new dealer partners as part of their goal to reach 20 dealers by the end of 2026. The two new locations are situated in Bacoor, Cavite and Cebu North. These sites expand the brand’s reach in Region IV-A and Region VII.

Lexus Displays At Philippine EV Summit This October 22-24, 2026


Lexus is displaying the Lexus RZ and Lexus ES—their vision of electrified luxury—at the 14th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) this October 22 to 24, 2026 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay.

Suzuki Goes Beyond Its Small Car Expertise With The e Vitara


Small car expert—that’s what people all over the world have called Suzuki because they make small cars that are memorable to drive. Remember the aptly named Swift? The very efficient Celerio? Or their current entry-level S-Presso? These cars are the reason why I was expecting a small car to be their first EV. Earlier this year, it was revealed to be something bigger.

The VinFast VF 3 Is The Philippines' Best-Selling EV


The VinFast VF 3—VinFast’s self-proclaimed “Tiny Titan” is the Philippines’ best-selling battery electric vehicle. According to the January to August 2026 sales data from CAMPI-TMA, the VF 3 sold 2,906 units putting it at the top of the sales chart.

The GWM Haval H7 Is Efficient And Capable, But Still Comes Up Short


One model I’ve been excited to try all year was GWM's newest model, the H7 HEV and PHEV. Early this year, I was able to sample it in Baoding, China, at GWM’s proving grounds, where, at the time, it impressed me with what it had to offer. Fast forward to now, and the H7 has been in the market for a few months already, with me seeing a few ply our streets.

Hyundai Motor's Talent Academy Cultivates Next Generation Of Global Service Professionals


Hyundai Motor Company has concluded its 2026 Hyundai Service Talent Academy training program, a five-day initiative that develops the next generation of global service professionals.

Ford Libis Celebrates 25 Years, Looks To Next Chapter As A Ford Signature 2.0 Dealership By Year-End


Ford Libis, operated by the Laus Group of Companies, has celebrated its 25 milestone years in the Philippines, marking the milestone with a renewed commitment to provide its growing customer base an elevated ownership experience, including the future of automotive retail.

ACMobility Opens Manila's First EV Charging Hub


ACMobility, the country’s leading provider of end-to-end electric mobility solutions, on Monday opened the first publicly accessible electric vehicle charging hub in the city of Manila, with two more lined up through its collaboration with the city government.

October 20, 2026

New Car Sales Rebound Last September As Toyota Widens Gap At The Top


New car sales recover strongly last September, selling more than 40,240 units according to industry estimates and official CAMPI-TMA data. This makes it the third-highest monthly sales performance of the year. It is also a 17 percent increase versus August 2026. ICE sales rebounded 19 percent, while electrified vehicles (xEVs) jumped 14 percent (based on full available industry data).

Mercedes-Benz Heads Back To Powerplant Mall As It Announces Year-End Sales, Service Promotions


Mercedes-Benz Philippines returns to the Powerplant Mall for its “Welcome Home” Roadshow as it also announces special sales and service promotions.

RSA Motors BMW Supports Sean Ramos


Filipino golfer Sean Ramos is entering an important stage in his career with RSA Motors BMW continuing their support for the 22-year-old after a breakthrough season strengthened his bid to return to the Asian Tour.

iCAUR Philippines Opens Pre-Orders For V23, V27


iCaur opens pre-sales for its V23 BEV and V27 REEV ahead of their official Philippine launch this November. The new brand under Omoda Jaecoo Philippines brings a pre-sales treat to Filipino motorists with the introduction of the Pioneer Edition of both the V23 and V27—limited to just the first 100 customers of each model.

Mitsubishi Rethinks PH Hybrid Plan Due To Uncertain Policies


One of the biggest automotive news stories locally for 2026 has been Mitsubishi’s master plan to invest in local hybrid vehicle manufacturing. Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) announced a couple of months ago that it intends to take part in the local Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS) program planned and proposed by the current administration. In fact, the announcement was even made by both Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Takao Kato, Chief Executive Officer of Mitsubishi Motors.

Toyota To Showcase At Both Philippine EV Summit, Philippine International Truck Show


Toyota Motor Philippines invites the public to visit its spaces at the 1st Philippine International Truck Show (PITS) and 14th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS). Both events will be held on October 22 to 24, 2026 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.