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January 28, 2026

Pet-Friendly 2026 Jaecoo J5 Is Omoda & Jaecoo PH's First HEV Offering

It’s confirmed: the Jaecoo J5 HEV is officially making its way to the Philippines. Omoda & Jaecoo Motor Philippines Inc. (OJPH)’s first-ever hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) joins the pure combustion, plug-in hybrid, and pure electric offerings from the brand.

The BYD Sealion 6 DM-i better watch out, Geely is entering the segment with its very own plug-in hybrid crossover called the EX5 EM-i. And the wait won’t be long as the first batch has arrived at Philippine ports ahead of a first quarter launch.

Chevrolet Philippines, through its official distributor Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), kicks off the year by extending “The Gift of Great Service”— an exclusive Out-of-Warranty Change Oil Package Promo designed to give Chevrolet owners added peace of mind on the road.

The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) enters a new era as Jose Maria “Jing” Atienza officially takes over as President of the automotive industry association. He takes over the reigns from Rommel Gutierrez who steps down after a 14-year stint.

All-electric taxi company, Green GSM, is leveraging technology to keep its drivers and passengers safe. The company has begun rolling out its Secure-to-Safe (S2S) system which is standard across the entire fleet. And compared to other methods, S2S is designed as a coordinated safety support system that combines technology, procedures, and human response.

MG Motor Philippines and Gateway Group officially inaugurated the MG Dumaguete Showroom, marking another step in the brand’s continued expansion in the Visayas region.

This Solar-Powered Nissan Ariya EV May Not Require Any Recharging At All

Nissan may have developed a vehicle that may not require any refueling or recharging at all. The solution is ingenious, and at the same time, simple: add solar panels on the Ariya EV.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) once again affirmed its leadership in the local commercial vehicle industry after retaining its position as the country’s No. 1 truck brand for the 26th consecutive year, highlighting its long-standing commitment to supporting Filipino businesses with durable products, dependable service, and total business solutions.

Tesla Philippines will open its newest Supercharging location, this time at the Opus Mall in Bridgetowne, Quezon City. Once activated, the Supercharger will be located at the mall’s Level 3 – Mezzanine Parking.

Chery Auto Philippines continues to move away from its numeric nomenclature, at least for the Philippine market. After the launch of the Tiggo Cross (formerly Tiggo 5x), Tiggo Grand Tour (formerly the Tiggo 8), and the Tiggo rEV C-DM (known globally as the Tiggo 9), the automaker has now re-branded the Tiggo 2 Pro as the Tiggo Touring for 2026.

UAAGI Auto Group has officially inaugurated the UAAGI Center for Technical Excellence in Valenzuela, a move that solidifies its 20-year legacy of expertise and commitment to reliable aftersales service in the Philippine automotive industry.

Suzuki Philippines has achieved its highest sales ranking ever in its corporate history by securing third place based on the official data released by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI).

It looks like the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV isn’t the only Made in India, Japanese EV heading to the Philippines. Its mechanical twin, the Suzuki eVitara has just gotten its certification from the Department of Energy (DOE) ahead of a Philippine launch within the year.

Toyota To Rise Soon In Antipolo

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), in cooperation with Toyota Taytay, Rizal Inc., has recently commenced the development of a new dealership, marking a milestone in Toyota’s expansion to continue providing convenience and excellent quality service to its growing customers.

Ford Philippines is expanding its retail presence nationwide by deploying its first-ever mobile showroom at strategic locations not typically covered by a Ford dealership to serve more customers.

Inchcape Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Changan in the country, announces the opening of its new dealerships in the country: Changan Bacoor and Changan Angeles.

Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Volvo Cars Philippines, has a limited time offer on its premium plug-in electric vehicle (PHEV) line-up headed by the XC90 PHEV T8 and the XC60 PHEV T8.

The GAC Group has made official the establishment of a directly run subsidiary, GAC International Philippines, Inc., that consolidates all GAC brands under one umbrella. It’s a reflection of the Chinese brand’s long-term commitment in investing in products, distribution networks, customer service, and operational capabilities in the country.

In line with its commitment to the safety of its customers, Ford Philippines is re-issuing a service program urging owners whose vehicles are affected by defective Takata airbags to visit a Ford dealership as soon as possible.

The Provincial Government of Bataan marked another milestone in its push toward sustainable, future-ready governance with the official turnover of seven Radar RD6 Econ 73-kWh 4WD full electric pickup trucks. The turnover ceremony was held at the 1Bataan Command Center, attended by the key provincial and municipal officials, and the Radar EV Pickup Team from UAAGI Auto Group.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) brought extra excitement to this year’s Sinulog celebration by welcoming Coco Martin to Cebu City during the festival weekend. Through this, TMP highlighted its support for local traditions and its commitment to engaging communities across the Philippines.

Inchcape Philippines, distributor of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram Trucks in the Philippines, under its IC Automotive Inc. operations, is slashing prices up to P 2 million. This makes driving home the most iconic American 4x4s more attainable than ever.

VinFast Accelerates Xentro Motors' Taxi Fleet With More Than 500 Units Of VF e34 BEVs

VinFast continues to strengthen its presence in the Philippine market after turning over 500 electric vehicles to accelerate Xentro Motors’ deployment of EV-powered ride-hailing fleet.

As GWM Philippines gears up for the launch of their much-awaited Haval H9, we took a first-hand look at the engineering, technology, and capability behind this 7-seater mid-size SUV in China.

New Car Sales Remained Flat In 2025, But Electrified Vehicles Really Took Off

New car sales ended flat in 2025 with 463,646 units sold based on the full year data released by members of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA). 2025’s full-year figure is 0.8 percent lower than 2024’s 467,252.

2026 is shaping up to be a busy year for Toyota Motor Philippines. Aside from having hybrid variants of its Land Cruiser 300 and the all-electric Urban Cruiser appearing on the Department of Energy (DOE)’s officially recognized electrified vehicles, the all-new sixth generation RAV4 has also made its appearance in the same list.

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January 28, 2026

Pet-Friendly 2026 Jaecoo J5 Is Omoda & Jaecoo PH's First HEV Offering

Look: Geely's BYD Sealion 6 Competitor, The 2026 EX5 EM-i, Has Arrived At Philippine Ports

Chevrolet Extends "The Gift Of Great Service" With Out-Of-Warranty Change Oil Change

Jing Atienza Is The New CAMPI President

Green GSM Is Now Equipping Its EV Taxis With Tech-Based Secure-To-Safe System

MG Dumaguete Is Now Open

January 27, 2026

This Solar-Powered Nissan Ariya EV May Not Require Any Recharging At All

Isuzu Dominates Philippine Truck Segment With 42.2 Percent Market Share In 2025

Opus Mall Is Tesla's Newest Supercharging Location

The Chery Tiggo 2 Pro Is Now Known As The Tiggo Touring

In Time For Its 20th Year Anniversary, UAAGI Opens Massive Technical Center And Parts Hub In Valenzuela

Suzuki Philippines Secures Historic 3rd Place In Full-Year 2025 Sales

The Suzuki eVitara Is Heading To The Philippines

January 26, 2026

Toyota To Rise Soon In Antipolo

Ford Takes The Showroom Experience On The Go

Changan Opens In Bacoor And Angeles

Volvo Cars PH Offering P 500K Discount On Its PHEVs

It's Official: GAC International Philippines Unifies GAC Motor, Aion, Hyptec Brands

Ford Reinforces Safety With Inspection, Repair Of Defective Airbags

RADAR EV Pickup Trucks Now Serving The Bataan Community

Toyota PH Celebrates Sinulog With Coco Martin

Jeep PH Slashing Prices Up To P 2-Million Until End January

January 25, 2026

VinFast Accelerates Xentro Motors' Taxi Fleet With More Than 500 Units Of VF e34 BEVs

As The Philippine Launch Of The Haval H9 Nears, GWM Philippines Took Us Through An Experiential Deep Dive

January 23, 2026

New Car Sales Remained Flat In 2025, But Electrified Vehicles Really Took Off

Toyota Motor PH To Bring Back Standard All-Wheel Drive For All-New 2026 RAV4 Hybrid