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January 30, 2026

Lexus Goes All In On Passenger Cars This 2026 With All-New ES, Refreshed IS


Commercial vehicles may be in the main spotlight at Toyota, but it’s passenger cars that make up all of premium brand Lexus’s all-new offerings in 2026. Confirmed to arrive within the year are the heavily refreshed Lexus IS and the all-new Lexus ES.

Toyota Motor PH Outlines 2026 Motorsports Calendar


Toyota Motor Philippines won’t just be introducing a slew of new vehicles in 2026, but they’re also raising the game when it comes to motorsports.

Land Cruiser FJ, All-New Hilux: Toyota Motor PH To Launch At Least 5 All-New Models In 2026


Toyota Motor Philippines is set to unveil at least five all-new models in 2026 to build on its strong momentum from last year.

More Than 5 Million Mazda CX-5s Have Been Produced And Sold


The Mazda CX-5 has achieved a milestone: it has managed to breach past five million units in terms of global production and sales. This marks the third Mazda model to surpass the five-million-unit mark following the Mazda 323 and the Mazda3. It also took the shortest timeframe to do so.

Best-Selling Models, Market Share, Production Volume: Toyota Motor Philippines By The Numbers In 2025


Just before 2026 heads into high gear, Toyota Motor Philippines took the time to share some numbers that reflect its performance in 2025.

January 29, 2026

Kia Posts Highest Growth Among Mainstream Auto Brands In The Philippines In 2025


Kia Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, posted 16.7 percent year-on-year growth in 2025, emerging as the fastest-growing mainstream established automotive brand in the country. Retail sales rose from 6,692 units in 2024 to 7,810 units in 2025, reflecting strong consumer confidence in Kia’s vehicles and the brand’s ability to deliver value, innovation, and reliability to Filipino motorists.

Bigger New Ford Iloilo Now Open


Ford Philippines, in partnership with Fairlane Automotive Ventures, Inc. (FAVI), has inaugurated a bigger Ford Iloilo. Now situated at a new location, it will better serve Ford’s growing customer base in the region.

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.

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


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


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.

Jing Atienza Is The New CAMPI President


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.

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


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 Dumaguete Is Now Open


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.

January 27, 2026

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 Dominates Philippine Truck Segment With 42.2 Percent Market Share In 2025


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.

Opus Mall Is Tesla's Newest Supercharging Location


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.

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


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.

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


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 Secures Historic 3rd Place In Full-Year 2025 Sales


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).

The Suzuki eVitara Is Heading To The Philippines


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.

January 26, 2026

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 Takes The Showroom Experience On The Go


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.

Changan Opens In Bacoor And Angeles


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.

Volvo Cars PH Offering P 500K Discount On Its PHEVs


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.

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


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.

Ford Reinforces Safety With Inspection, Repair Of Defective Airbags


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.