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February 2, 2025

Toyota PH May Be Taking The Next-Generation Tamaraw Racing This Year

As an integral part of Toyota Motor Philippines’ promotional and marketing efforts in 2025, they’ll be leaning on Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) to bring excitement this year. And plans may include the possibility of taking the next-generation Tamaraw to the racetrack.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is set to host its biggest and most exciting truck event yet: the 2025 Isuzu Truck Fest, happening from February 28 to March 2, 2025, at Hall 4 of the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. The event will be open to the public from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM on February 28, and 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on March 1 and 2.

Toyota has an unsurmountable lead in terms of new vehicle sales in the Philippines, capturing a 46.66 percent market share. Its 218,019 vehicles sold in 2024 was a new record, beating 2023’s 200,031 figure. More bad news for the competition? They have no plans of slowing down.

PH Auto Parts Makers Want Local Content Requirement In New Cars

After saying that the local auto parts industry is in survival mode, the Philippine Parts Makers Association (PPMA) is urging the government to step in and implement policies to help revive it.

Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) marked a 35 percent year-on-year sales growth in 2024 compared to 2023. The official distributor of Fuso trucks and buses sold a total of 1,351 units. SFP’s solid sales performance can be attributed to its commitment of delivering not just world-class trucks and buses, but also to offer the best customer service.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) held the 23rd Mitsubishi Skills Olympics (MSO) last January 11, 2025 at MMPC Training Center in Sta. Rosa, Laguna. This year, Carworld Inc. emerged as the overall grand champion, securing top awards across multiple categories and demonstrating the highest level of excellence.

Toyota is once again the best-selling car brand in the world beating the Volkswagen Group. Lifted by global demand for its hybrids, the Japanese carmaker sold 10.821 million vehicles compared to Volkswagen’s 9.03 million. However, production bottlenecks and challenging market conditions, primarily in China, meant a 3.7 percent decline compared to 2023—its first decrease in two years.

Jetour Auto PH Achieves 67 Percent Year-On-Year Growth

Jetour Auto Philippines Inc. (JAPI) continues its steady growth in its second year of operations, achieving sales of 1,702 vehicles in 2024. This number represents a 67 percent year-on-year growth for the brand in the country, or 684 units more than 2023 sales of 1,018 units.

Fans of the Nissan Patrol won’t have to wait long for the all-new seventh-generation model. Nissan Philippines has confirmed that it’s arriving in local showrooms this March.

Two BAIC Group brands, BAIC and Foton, both distributed by United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI) reveals its plans to expand its line-up with both traditional combustion engine and electrified offerings this 2025.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) maintains its position as the number one truck brand in the Philippines. It’s a position they’ve maintained for 25 consecutive years, a testament to their commitment to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

The Philippine Parts Makers Association (PPMA), the sole organization representing the country’s automotive parts manufacturing industry, is raising the alarm on the sector’s continued decline. Once a robust industry with 140 company members at its peak in 1997, the association now struggles with barely 40 active members.

BMW has refreshed its all-electric iX “sport activity vehicle” for 2026 and thankfully, it’s less ugly than before. Whether it’s just because we’ve gotten used to BMW’s polarizing design of late is another matter, but what everyone can agree on is that the new iX is less harsh on the eyes.

Start 2025 Right With These Toyota PH Deals For January

Looking for a deal on a brand-new Toyota? Hurry, because these are valid only until January 31, 2025.

Forgot for a minute that Jaecoo Philippines couldn’t be bothered to send a photo with a decent resolution because the first batch of Jaecoo EJ6 all-electric SUVs have arrived in the country.

BYD Cars Philippines wants to have a presence in just about every vehicle segment. Their next target, based on their social media post, is the pickup truck segment with the Shark. Although the model is still unnamed in that post, they did leave a clue that it’s “electrified,” and only the Shark fits that description.

Nissan Philippines inaugurates its 57th dealership in the country: Nissan Urdaneta. Located in Urdaneta City in Pangasinan, it’s operated by North Quadrant Ventures and Resources, Inc. It’s Nissan Philippines’ second dealership inauguration in 2025, further underscoring the brand’s continued expansion and commitment to serving customers across the country.

Rich people had little reason to chase the “entry-level” Land Cruiser 300 VX that Toyota Motor Philippines has decided to discontinue it altogether. Now, if you really, really, really want a large SUV to go with that 8 plate (or vlog) of yours, you need to splurge extra for the now solitary Land Cruiser 300 ZX variant.

ACMobility Introduces Tiered Plans For Its EV Charging Network

ACMobility has introduced a new membership program to offer customers, regardless of EV brand, exceptional value, convenience, and hassle-free charging.

After releasing it as a limited engagement model at the Philippine International Motor Show, Ford Philippines has announced that the Ford Ranger Raptor 3.0 V6 is now a permanent addition to its line-up.

Following the lead of Chery and Changan, GAC Motor is the third Chinese brand to offer huge discounts. Only this time, you’ve got to act fast as these offers are good only until January 31.

Franz Decloedt is a man on a mission. The newest member of the United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI) management team, Decloedt is bent on solidifying the distributor’s business operations, particularly with regards to Chery Auto and Lynk & Co.

For those interested in rejuvenating or restoring their vehicle, Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) has announced the availability of its Body and Paint Estimation Tool.

Following launch of the first limited-edition Hot Wheels Formula 1 car in 2024 and the announcement of a multi-year partnership, Hot Wheels has rolled off eight Formula 1 teams in 1:64 scale (sorry Ferrari and Aston Martin fans).

As GR Supra production winds down, Toyota Motor Philippines has announced the updated “A91” GR Supra as stocks come in from clients who’ve placed an order (remember, dealers are not stocking on this sportscar, so there’s a lead time of up to five months).

In what could be the clearest sign that 2025 is the year we’ll see the all-new Vios (AC100) launched, Toyota Motor Philippines is squeezing all three legs of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup all during the first eight months of 2025.

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February 2, 2025

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