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October 10, 2025

Ferrari's First EV, The Elettrica, Is Set For A 2026 Reveal

Ferrari has named their first-ever all-electric vehicle as the Elettrica. The Elettrica will form an integral part of the Prancing Horse’s line-up which will be composed 40 percent of internal combustion engine, 40 percent hybrid, and 20 percent all-electric by 2030.

BYD, through the combined efforts of BYD Cars Philippines (a subsidiary of ACMobility), BYD Philippines, and BYD Cebu responded to earthquake-stricken communities in Bogo City, San Remigio, Catmon, Daanbantayan, Medellin, Tabogon, and Tabuelan. At the same time, Ayala Foundation, Inc. (AFI) reinforced these efforts by bringing its #BrigadangAyala assistance to the same areas, further embodying the spirit of malasakit for affected families in Cebu.

Suzuki Philippines Incorporated (SPH), together with Grand Canyon Multi Holdings Inc., inaugurated Suzuki Auto Tagum, a brand-new 3S dealership strategically located in Canocotan, Tagum City.

Happy 30th Birthday, Honda CR-V

Honda marks the 30th anniversary of the CR-V—a global SUV model that debuted in 1995. While sales started in Japan, it quickly expanded around the world. Today, the CR-V is now sold in approximately 150 countries with cumulative global sales exceeding 15 million units.

Lexus is heading to Ayala Malls Solenad from Friday, October 10 to Sunday, October 12 to showcase their hybrid line-up.

Nissan Opens Carmona Dealership

Nissan Philippines has officially inaugurated Nissan Carmona, the latest addition to its growing network of dealerships in the country. Located within the City of Carmona, the new facility further enhances the brand’s accessibility for customers in Cavite and its surrounding areas.

We’re still waiting for confirmation whether Nissan Philippines has greenlit the arrival of the Magnite, Nissan has revealed a second Made in India global SUV: the Nissan Tekton.

Despite looking like a two-door Prius and packing the Civic e:HEV’s 2.0-liter hybrid engine, the all-new Prelude seems to have struck a nostalgic chord among buyers making it a hit, at least in its home market of Japan.

BYD is set to add another member of its plug-in DM-i family, and for those who weren’t really impressed with the Tang DM-i, this may be the answer. The Chinese carmaker has just confirmed that the eMax 9 DM-i large MPV is launching, maybe as soon as this October and has opened a registration of interest on their official website.

Responding to the call from local authorities, VinFast Philippines and Green GSM joined relief efforts to support Cebu residents following the September 30, 2025 earthquake.

After launching a slew of new offerings this year, Hyundai Motor Philippines isn’t done just yet. The Korean carmaker has just teased the arrival of the refreshed Stargazer and you won’t have to wait long as the official reveal is set this October 14.

Usually when a car transitions into electrification, it’s more of a drag and drop thing. Drag this car to the lab, drop a hybrid powertrain, and then release it to the public. Ford did things differently with the Territory Hybrid. They timed it to go with a refresh, making the package even more remarkable. It got new bells, whistles, and clothes to go with that fresh electrified setup.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) is ramping up preparations for its top-performing manufacturing technicians who won the local company’s manufacturing division skills competition in May 2025 and will represent the country in an international skills competition in October in Japan.

Toyota has been putting the GR badge in many of their cars. Most of the time it’s more of an aesthetic touch-up, but other times there are mechanical improvements too. Remember when the then Vios GR-S had a 10-speed CVT? Then they made the Fortuner GR-S with a revised rear suspension.

GWM Philippines Signs Tarlac, Lucena Dealers

Luxuriant Automotive Group, Inc. (LAGI), the oﬃcial importer and distributor of GWM vehicles in the Philippines continues to expand its footprint in the country with the oﬃcial signing of two additional dealer groups, GTRS Automotive Inc. for GWM Tarlac and Auto Lucena South Inc. for GWM Lucena.

Get your brand-new Ford SUV at Ford employee price this October as Ford Philippines’ Employee Pricing program makes an exciting return this month, allowing customers to pay what Ford employees pay with a purchase of an Everest, Explorer, or Bronco.

Vingroup today announced the establishment of VinMetal. This marks the conglomerate’s entry into the metallurgy industry and expanding its existing Industrials & Technology pillar. The new company aims to meet the internal material needs of Vingroup’s ecosystem.

October 2025 marks the official 20th anniversary of the Lamborghini Centro Stile. The design center, inaugurated in the early 2000s and with its first car completed in 2005, was the first in-house department of its kind for a super sports car manufacture. It marked a turning point for the Italian super sports car marque: from this point on, every new design—including concepts, special editions, and few-offs—would be directed and delivered by the Lamborghini heads of design and their teams, shaping Lamborghini’s stylistic heritage for the decades to come.

2026 Kia PV5 Is A Well-Thought Of, Sci-Fi Looking EV Van

Kia believes electrification—the full-bodied one and not the half-assed hybrid kind—is in full swing. They even think it’s gone from the early adopter stage to the mainstream. This way of thinking has distilled into their BEV line-up which has diversified at an astonishing rate. But, while the focus has been on the EV range, the Korean automaker, sorry, mobility company, has also identified a market whitespace: all-electric commercial vehicles. Aiming to be one of the first movers in this space, they’ve come up with the PV5—the first member of a planned all-electric commercial vehicle family. Watch our first impressions.

Roughly two years since its introduction as the Hilux Champ in Thailand, Toyota has unveiled a third wheelbase option for the next-generation Tamaraw. Dubbed the “Super Short Wheelbase” or Super SWB, it’s designed to be the most maneuverable version of the IMV-0 model yet that doesn’t compromise on cargo capacity.

Following the recent announcement on several significant personnel changes, Astara Philippines announced its move to its new corporate headquarters in Makati City.

Here Are The Top 40 Finalists Heading To The 2025 Toyota Gazoo Racing eSports GT Championship

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has announced the top 40 racers who will be competing in the quarterfinals of its premier sim racing tournament, the Toyota Gazoo Racing eSports GT Championship 2025.

United Asia Automotive Group, Inc., the official distributor of Foton, Chery, BAIC, and Lynk & Co, adds another brand to their portfolio with Radar. This is a lifestyle focused brand that so far only has one model in their lineup: the R6 pickup. UAAGI brought in the 2 iterations of the RD6 to try and get a slice of the changing pickup market.

Hino Motors Philippines (HMP) opens its 24th dealership in the country. Located in Bacoor, this expansion provides comprehensive aftersales support and faster response times directly to Hino owners in Cavite.

Geely Philippines is offering special promos to both would be and current Geely owners in the country until December 31, 2025. As a direct subsidiary of Geely Auto Group, customers in the Philippines stand to enjoy these promos while offering more reasons to choose the brand with confidence.

BYD Cars Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, together with Iconic Dealership, Inc. (IDI), marked a major milestone as BYD Manila Bay was officially inaugurated as the 600th store in the Asia Pacific (APAC). The celebration highlighted the Philippines’growing role in the region’s shift toward transformative mobility and reflected the strong partnership between BYD and its local stakeholders.

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October 10, 2025

Ferrari's First EV, The Elettrica, Is Set For A 2026 Reveal

BYD Rushes To Aid Earthquake-Stricken Communities In Cebu

Suzuki Auto Opens 3S Dealership In Tagum City

October 9, 2025

Happy 30th Birthday, Honda CR-V

Experience Hybrid The Lexus Way At Ayala Malls Solenad

October 8, 2025

Nissan Opens Carmona Dealership

Nissan Teases Creta, Seltos Rivaling 2026 Tekton SUV

Old Folks Have Made The All-New Honda Prelude A Sales Success So Far

BYD Teases eMAX 9 DM-i Luxury MPV For Philippine Market

VinFast, Green GSM Donate P10M Directly To Cebu Government To Aid In Earthquake Relief

Hyundai Motor PH To Launch Refreshed Stargazer MPV This October

The Ford Territory Hybrid Provides A No Worries Motoring Experience

Mitsubishi Motors PH Gears Up For Global Skills Olympics This October

The Toyota Hilux GR-S Legitimizes The Gazoo Racing Badge

October 7, 2025

GWM Philippines Signs Tarlac, Lucena Dealers

Pay What Ford Employees Pay This October On All Everest, Explorer, And Bronco SUVs

VinGroup Establishes VinMetal To Supply VinFast And Vinhomes With Steel

Lamborghini's Centro Stile Celebrates 20 Years

October 6, 2025

2026 Kia PV5 Is A Well-Thought Of, Sci-Fi Looking EV Van

Toyota Just Shrunk The Tamaraw To Transform It Into A Lifestyle-Oriented Truck

Astara PH Moves Corporate HQ; Hints At "Exciting Plans" For Distributed Brands

October 5, 2025

Here Are The Top 40 Finalists Heading To The 2025 Toyota Gazoo Racing eSports GT Championship

Radar Enters The Philippines With RD6 EV, PHEV Pickup Trucks (w/ Specs)

Hino Expands To Bacoor, Cavite

Geely PH Just Cut The Prices Of The Coolray, Okavango, And EX5

BYD Manila Bay Is The 600th BYD Dealership In Asia-Pacific