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May 29, 2026

Confirmed: The Mitsubishi Pajero Is Returning This 2026 With A Triton-Based Platform

Mark your calendars: the Mitsubishi Pajero’s return has just been made official. The Japanese carmaker has announced that its new “cross country SUV” will take on the name Pajero and its world premiere is scheduled sometime in the third to fourth quarter of 2026 (September to December).

Chery Auto Philippines sure bided their time in launching their first battery electric vehicle. Although they did offer the eQ1 and eQ7 in limited quantities way back in 2023, it never found mainstream success the same way their Tiggo r-EV PHEV did.

Riding on the success of its electrified vehicles, specifically the G50 PHEV, MG Motor Philippines will continue to ride the wave with at least three new offerings to be launched at the Philippine International Motor Show.

Subaru Crosstrek e-Boxer Hybrid Confirmed For Philippine Debut At PIMS

Still reeling in from strong demand for its Forester Hybrid, Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru in the country has just confirmed the arrival of its second electrified offering: the Crosstrek e-Boxer Hybrid.

Toyota Choice ambassadors Ben&Ben will be performing live at the Toyota booth on Friday, June 5 at the Philippine International Motor Show from 6 PM to 7 PM.

After appearing in the DOE’s recognized Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) list, it’s official: Suzuki Philippines is launching the eVitara at the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) this June 4 to 7, 2026.

Did Mitsubishi Motors Philippines just hide another electrified vehicle in plain sight? While all the attention has been focused on the Outlander PHEV, it looks like the carmaker is also going to showcase the Xforce HEV as well.

Is Mitsubishi Motors Philippines finally ready to bring back the Outlander PHEV to the local market? After being the first mainstream brand to offer a plug-in hybrid in the Philippines the form of the third-generation Outlander in 2020 (read our review), Mitsubishi thought of, but ultimately decided against launching a follow up in the form of the fourth-generation Outlander PHEV, despite receiving LTO homologation for it.

After the Seal EV, BYD Cars Philippines is adding yet another performance-oriented all-electric vehicle, and this time, it’s an SUV. The BYD Sealion 7 brings a new form, exhilarating power, and worry-free range to the compact SUV segment (watch our walkaround).

Toyota Motor Philippines offering lighter payment options on its fuel-efficient vehicles until May 31. From lighter monthly payment schemes and low down payment options to cash discounts and complimentary ownership benefits, the country’s number one car brand’s latest offers aim to help customers find a mobility solution that fits both their lifestyle and financial priorities.

Mazda And Spingle Collaborate Anew On Sneaker Line

After launching a commemorative collection celebrating the MX-5 in 2025, Mazda and Spingle are back at it again. This time, they’re selling a new line of collaborative sneakers called the SP-MZD.

I would consider myself a heavy gamer. I’ve been fortunate enough to have grown up in the generation that saw gaming go from arcades to home gaming. This has also allowed me to be part of a specific video game franchise’s growth. I’ve been an avid follower and believer of the Forza series since the very beginning. The (now-defunct) Motorsports started it off, and it quickly spun off into the Horizon series, which has catapulted the franchise to new heights.

How’s this for a great plot twist? At the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), BYD Cars Philippines, under ACMobility previewed the Atto 2 EV sub-compact SUV. At the time, they promised retail sales to commence by the second half of 2026. Now that we’re approaching that time frame, it’s been revealed that they’ll be offering it in both pure electric (EV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions.

If there’s one model in BYD’s current lineup that needs a makeover, it’s the Dolphin. Although great in value, the hatchback’s design is often seen as frumpy-looking. That’s all changed with the new Dolphin and, guess what, it also packs the segment’s first plug-in hybrid powertrain too.

Dongfeng Launches The Smart, Practical Vigo EV For P 1.458M (w/ Specs)

Dongfeng Philippines launches the Vigo EV, a compact crossover that marries smart technology with good value. It offers standout space, premium features, and genuine versatility all at a great price point.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) once again demonstrated its commitment to world-class aftersales service excellence as it successfully held the 21st Isuzu Service Skills Olympics (ISSO), gathering the top-performing Isuzu dealer service personnel under this year’s theme, “Mastering Skills, Leading the Future.”

Jetour Auto Philippines, through Rising Cars Corp. under the Laus Auto Group, has officially opened its newest dealership in Calasiao, Pangasinan. The new facility adds to the brand’s growing presence in Region 1 and is designed to support both vehicle sales and aftersales services for customers in Northwestern Philippines.

Chery Auto Philippines is set to expand its presence in the Visayas region through a new dealer partnership with Pacific Autoworld Inc., part of the Borromeo Group of Companies, for the establishment of a new Chery dealership in Cebu.

Ferrari is taking a big gamble with what’s literally the biggest and heaviest car to date. It also happens to be fully electric. Meet the Luce.

First Drive: 2026 Kia Sportage Turbo Hybrid

The Sportage has been the subject of one of Kia’s longest teases in the market. The fifth-generation model, first launched globally in 2021, was under consideration for local sale as early as 2023 (we got to drive it in Korea then too). Since then, Kia Philippines got cold feet entering the compact SUV segment and opted to concentrate its efforts elsewhere. But now, it’s definitely coming back.

BMW Philippines is now adding a select line of BMW M Performance Parts to its original BMW Accessories catalog starting with the M2.

Toyota Motor Philippines is set to debut three new models at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show this June 4-7 at the World Trade Center Manila.

Vietnamese EV brand VinFast, in partnership with TJ Motors Ventures Corp., continues to expand its presence in the Philippines with the opening of its Cebu South showroom, further strengthening its footprint in the Visayas region.

Tesla once again catapults itself as the best-selling battery electric vehicle (BEV) brand in the country. This is based on the April 2026 CAMPI-TMA report.

With the notable exception of BYD and Chevrolet, almost every major carmaker is now part of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA). Now representing 80 to 90 percent of all new vehicles sold in the country, it gives the public a better picture of which brands and segments are selling (and which ones aren’t).

Honda, Hyundai Sales Tanked Last April 2026 As Geely Climbs To Philippines' 4th Best-Selling Brand

New car sales dropped 17 percent last April 2026 compared to the previous month. Based on the joint report of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) plus industry estimates, new car sales hit 32,400 units last April. This figure is also a decline of 8 percent versus April 2025.

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May 29, 2026

Confirmed: The Mitsubishi Pajero Is Returning This 2026 With A Triton-Based Platform

Chery Q To Make Philippine Comeback As Rear-Wheel Drive, BEV Hatchback

MG Philippines Riding Electrified Wave With Three New Offerings At PIMS

May 28, 2026

Subaru Crosstrek e-Boxer Hybrid Confirmed For Philippine Debut At PIMS

Toyota Choice Ambassadors Ben&Ben To Hold Concert At PIMS On June 5

Suzuki PH Is Launching Its First BEV, The eVitara, At PIMS

Mitsubishi Motors PH May Also Be Showing Off The Xforce Hybrid At PIMS

Mitsubishi Motors PH Finally Ready To Launch The Outlander PHEV. Are These The Specs?

BYD Cars PH Launches 530-Horsepower Sealion 7 AWD Performance (w/ Specs)

Get Toyota's Line-Up Of Fuel Efficient Vehicles With These Lighter Payment Options

May 27, 2026

Mazda And Spingle Collaborate Anew On Sneaker Line

Forza Horizon 6 Honest Review: Same Same But Different

BYD Cars Philippines Targets Toyota Raize With The Atto 2 DM-i

BYD Is Going After The Honda City's Lunch Money With The New 2027 Dolphin G DM-i

May 26, 2026

Dongfeng Launches The Smart, Practical Vigo EV For P 1.458M (w/ Specs)

Isuzu PH Awards Its Best Service Personnel At 21st Isuzu Service Skills Olympics

Jetour Auto Opens New Calasiao Dealership In Pangasinan

Chery To Establish New Cebu Dealership

Feast Your Eyes On The P40-Million+ All-Electric Ferrari Luce

May 25, 2026

First Drive: 2026 Kia Sportage Turbo Hybrid

Select BMW M Performance Parts Now Available For The M2

It's Official: Toyota Motor PH To Showcase 3 All-New Models At PIMS 2026

VinFast Expands Visayas Presence With New Cebu Dealership

Tesla Philippines Catapults Back As Best-Selling EV Brand Last April 2026

April 2026 New Car Sales Winners And Losers Show Clear Trend Towards Electrified Vehicles

May 24, 2026

Honda, Hyundai Sales Tanked Last April 2026 As Geely Climbs To Philippines' 4th Best-Selling Brand