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May 19, 2024

Omoda & Jaecoo Country Manager Responds To Dealer And Snapping Axle Stories


That was quick. Less than a couple of hours after we published two articles detailing some issues surrounding Omoda & Jaecoo (read here and here), Marco Chen, Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines country manager personally reached out and aired his side to the story.

May 14, 2024

Vietnam's VinFast Is Now In The Philippines


VinFast Auto is officially in the Philippines. The Vietnamese automaker will bring its diverse and smart green mobility solutions—both two- and four-wheeled into the country affirming its mission to promote the electrification of transportation globally.

May 3, 2024

Department Of Energy Clamps Down On Indoor EV Charger Use, Installation


With EV charging stations now popping up in several public establishments, including condos and shopping malls, the Department of Energy (DOE) is now tightening down on requirements of these chargers, especially DC fast chargers. This is in connection with Department Circular 2023-05-0011.

April 29, 2024

Honda Has Produced Over 8 Million Motorcycles In The Philippines


Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) celebrates another milestone as it marks the production of its 8-millionth motorcycle unit. As the leading motorcycle manufacturer in the country, Honda’s 8-million-unit production milestone underscores its commitment to providing high quality, reliable, and environment friendly motorcycles that has become a cornerstone of Filipino transportation.

Nissan Philippines Sold Over A Thousand Patrol SUVs In Fiscal Year 2023


Nissan Philippines ends its 2023 fiscal year (April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024) by growing its market share to 6.5 percent—an increase of 31.8 percent compared to the previous fiscal year and more than twice the industry’s average growth.

Ford Philippines Delivers Strong Q1 2024 Retail Performance


Ford Philippines delivered strong retail performance in the first quarter of 2024, driven by the growing demand for its vehicle line-up led by the Ranger, Everest, and Territory.

April 28, 2024

High-Tech Chinese Cars Could Pose Risk If West Philippine Sea Tensions Escalate


Could Chinese cars be used as a “weapon” in case tensions boil over in the West Philippine Sea? That’s the concern pointed out by one UK-based car trading platform.

April 25, 2024

New Car Sales Cool Last March With Month On Month Decline


New car sales grew at its slowest pace in over two years last March amid elevated interest rates. The joint report of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) showed that sales rose just 1.6 percent to 37,474 units last month compared to 36,880 units a year earlier.

April 24, 2024

GAC Motor Is Philippines' Fastest Growing Auto Brand For Q1 2024


Astara-led GAC Motor concluded the first quarter of 2024 with exceptional growth in retail sales from January to March, earning its position as the fastest growing automotive brand in the market and setting new benchmarks for success in the industry.

April 23, 2024

Mitsubishi Motors PH Had Their Highest Fiscal Year Sales Ever In 2023


During its presidential turnover, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines (MMPC) revealed that they have recorded their highest annual sales volume ever in a Fiscal Year (FY). Sales from April 2023 to March 2024 have hit 81,473 units helping the brand secure an 18.5 percent market share.

Mitsubishi Motors PH Appoints New President


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) commemorated the transition of leadership from outgoing President & CEO, Takeshi Hara (left of lead photo) to incoming President & CEO, Ritsu Imaeda (right of lead photo).

April 8, 2024

Mitsubishi Motors PH, Security Bank Establish Mitsubishi Motors Finance Philippines


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) and Security Bank Corporation (SBC) have signed a joint-venture to establish Mitsubishi Motors Finance Philippines Inc. The new company will offer financing services to MMPC customers in the Philippines.

April 6, 2024

Under New Management, Chevrolet Reports 41 Percent Growth In Q1 2024


Chevrolet Philippines President and CEO Maria Fe Perez Agudo announced at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) that Chevrolet Philippines has accomplished a 41 percent sales growth in the first quarter of the year, driven by the Tracker, Camaro, and Trailblazer. This impressive growth has been realized through the company’s aggressive first quarter sales campaign and product road shows.

April 4, 2024

Chevrolet Philippines New Management Team Formally Unveiled At MIAS


Chevrolet Philippines formally announced its new management team at the Manila International Auto Show.

April 3, 2024

Astara Philippines Appoints New CEO And Country Manager


Astara Philippines has announced a significant change to its organizational structure with the appointment of Luis Torres BruzĂłn as CEO and Country Manager. In this newly created role, Torres BruzĂłn will spearhead Astara’s operational growth and establish the company as a leader in open and sustainable mobility solutions in the region.

April 2, 2024

Omoda And Jaecoo Appoints Industry Veteran To Head Operations


Ahead of its official brand launch at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), Omoda and Jaecoo has appointed a Philippine industry veteran as vice-president in charge of operations.

March 30, 2024

Last February, New Car Sales Had Fastest Growth Rate As Toyota Corners 45 Percent Market Share


New vehicle sales jumped 23 percent in February—the fastest growth rate in seven months, according to the joint report by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).

March 27, 2024

Astara Philippines Appoints JAC Motors Brand Head


Astara Philippines announced the appointment of Tonette Lee as brand head for JAC Motors in the Philippines starting March 22, 2024.

March 26, 2024

Yasuhisa Masuda Is Nissan Philippines' New President


Nissan announced the appointment of Yasuhisa Masuda as the President of Nissan Philippines, effective April 1, 2024. He will report to Toshihiro Fujiki, also newly appointed President, Nissan ASEAN and Thailand, and will be based in Manila.

March 19, 2024

BAIC Returns To Philippines Under UAAGI; Previews 5-Car Line-Up


United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI) is now the official distributor of BAIC (Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co. Ltd.) in the Philippines. BAIC Philippines will bring in a lineup of both traditional SUVs and modern crossovers.