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October 3, 2025

Tickets For Clark International Festival Of Speed Are Now On Sale

The Clark International Festival of Speed (CIFOS), a premier celebration of motorsport, machines, lifestyle, and community, is set to rev up the engines for its much-anticipated 4 Wheel Festival from Friday, October 17 to Sunday, 19, 2025, at the Clark International Speedway.

Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of Caltex fuels and lubricants, has appointed Pongtorn “Bon” Tangmanuswong as its newest General Manager and Country Chairman.

Volvo Cars reached an important milestone in its electrification journey as it delivered its one millionth plug-in hybrid last month.

BYD Has A Whole Deck Under Their Sleeves

When I was assigned to cover BYD in China, I thought maybe they still had an ace or two in their sleeve. They took us on a small tour of their headquarters in Shenzhen, their new Di Space Museum, and their recently opened All-Terrain Circuit in Zhengzhou over five days. As we walked through different rooms, looked at several walls, and rode many cars, I realized BYD doesn’t have just an ace but a whole deck under their sleeve.

Changan Philippines welcomes the Nevo A05 plug-in hybrid sedan to its model range. Catering to sedan intenders in the market for something classic, sporty, and modern, the Nevo A05 is priced at P 1,195,000.

It looks like Daihatsu has put its past problems and scandals behind them as they become the carmaker with the best initial quality. This is one of they findings of the J.D. Power 2025 Japan Initial Quality Study or IQS.

After announcing it in 2020, the first residents and partner companies of Toyota Woven City are starting to move in. This marks the first step of it transforming into a real-world test course for mobility and a key driver of Toyota’s transformation from a traditional carmaker into a mobility company.

Ayala’s mobility solutions group ACMobility and Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) jointly announce the transition of their 35-year dealer operations, effective January 1, 2026.

Toyota Motor Philippines has revealed the variants and prices of the all-new Vios Ativ. With a launch date set for October, the carmaker will be marketing it simply as “Ativ.” And get this, it will be offered in both non-hybrid and hybrid versions.

I really don’t want to go back to China. Their cities have thick smog even at 7 AM, I always end up coughing despite the visually clean surroundings, and the food is bland. Yet there I was for five days last week with BYD. I was curious how this brand came to be, more than anything else, which is why I said yes to this trip.

With the Land Transportation Office (LTO) being able to clear the backlog of license plates—for both two- and four-wheeled vehicles—the use of improvised and temporary plates will be prohibited starting November 1, 2025.

Lexus Returns To The Powerplant Mall With Power And Sophistication

Lexus is heading back once again to the Powerplant Mall in Rockwell, Makati; this time displaying their innovative and performance-oriented line-up. From Friday, October 3 to Thursday, October 9, 2025, the Lexus GX, RX F Sport, and NX F Sport will be on display.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) and the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) formally signed the Deed of Donation and Partnership, marking the official turnover of a Mitsubishi Strada Athlete pick-up in support of the DUNONG Program (Department of Education–Laguna–University of the Philippines Los Baños Nurturing Opportunities for the Next Generation Towards Ending Learning Poverty in the Philippines).

Last September 20, 2025, Honda Foundation, Inc. (HFI) participated in the Sta. Rosa City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) International Coastal Clean-up Day celebration.

With Porsche set to unveil the all-new Cayenne Electric later this year, the premium sportscar maker has taken the wraps off bit by bit, starting with the interior.

Honda Is Ready To Democratize Its EVs At The Japan Mobility Show

Honda has confirmed that it will be showcasing two new EV prototype models at this year’s Japan Mobility Show.

After Honda, Mitsubishi is the next carmaker to confirm its pavilion theme at the upcoming Japan Mobility Show 2025. Under the theme, “Forever Adventure” Mitsubishi will showcase a new concept car featuring future technologies, along with models that embody the spirit of adventure.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), reports significant market share growth across truck categories III to V in January to August of 2025 compared to the same period last year, based on the combined sales report from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association, Inc. (TMA). IPC retained its position as the overall market leader with a commanding 42.7 percent market share.

All-New 2026 Subaru Forester Arrives Priced At P 2.498M (w/ Specs)

Almost two years after its global reveal, the all-new, sixth-generation Subaru Forester has arrived in the Philippines (watch our first look). The arrival of this compact SUV signals what exclusive distributor Motor Image Pilipinas hopes to be the start of their turnaround in the local market.

Mober, a frontrunner in green logistics services in the Philippines, has partnered with the Provincial Government of Laguna, led by Governor Sol Aragones, to make healthcare more accessible to Lagunenses with the use of an initial two electric three-wheeler tricycles.

No surprises there: Kia Philippines served as the official mobility partner of a recent Ayala athletics event.

In renewed efforts to solidify its position in the Philippine automotive market, Astara Philippines, the exclusive Philippine distributor of brands such as GAC, JAC, JMC, and Peugeot, announces significant changes to its management team effective October 1, 2025.

The Suzuki Fronx's Design Is Inspired By Strength And Beauty

The all-new Suzuki Fronx is not just a product of engineering, but a vision shaped by passion, inspiration, and a pursuit of new value in a competitive market. This is according to Takashi Yokoyama, Chief Engineer, Automobile Line B&C Segment Division, Product Planning at Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan.

The Lexus IS isn’t the only Lexus sedan model to get some spiffy updates for 2026. Its flagship sedan, the Lexus LS, has been changed as well, but it’s limited to a few new features.

Mercedes-Benz GLE Plugs In With P 5.790M Price Tag

After recalibrating its electrified efforts from pure electric to plug-in hybrid with the E-Class and GLC, Mercedes-Benz is doing the same with its mid-sized GLE with the GLE 400e with EQ Hybrid Technology. The GLE 400e is priced at P 5,790,000.

Ford Philippines recognizes its top talents among its dealer sales, service, and technical personnel at the recent Ford Skills Olympics.

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October 3, 2025

Tickets For Clark International Festival Of Speed Are Now On Sale

Chevron PH Appoints New General Manager And Country Manager

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October 2, 2025

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October 1, 2025

Lexus Returns To The Powerplant Mall With Power And Sophistication

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September 30, 2025

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September 27, 2025

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September 26, 2025

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September 25, 2025

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Ford Philippines Recognizes Top Talent At 2025 Skills Olympics