Mr. John Ongsiaco, President of The Jimny Hub and Rugged Rigs Performance, announced that 180 Jimnys and nearly 500 attendees, including participants from the US, Japan, and Thailand, took part in the festival. The event kicked off with an off-road trail at Calabasa River, Gabaldon, where the Jimny’s 4x4 capabilities were put to the test. Following this adventure-filled start, the festival officially commenced with an opening ceremony attended by Palayan City Mayor Vianne Cuevas and local tourism officials, further solidifying the event’s significance within the community.

Suzuki Philippines joined the festivities as a partner, showcasing its support for the Jimny community. During the second night’s Jimny Legends Awards Night, Mr. Yasuki Nakagawa, Assistant to the General Manager and Sales Department Head of Suzuki Philippines, addressed the crowd, emphasizing Suzuki’s connection with Jimny enthusiasts. “Suzuki is honored to be part of this amazing event, celebrating the spirit of adventure and the unstoppable Jimny,” Mr. Nakagawa shared. “This year is particularly special as Suzuki Philippines celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of bringing quality mobility, innovation, and adventure to Filipinos.”

To further excite the community, Suzuki introduced the Jimny Rhino Edition. As a special treat for attendees, Suzuki also offered an exclusive promo for the Jimny 5-Door, reinforcing its commitment to making Jimny ownership an accessible and rewarding experience. The Jimny Legends Awards honored the best Jimny builds, featuring categories such as Best Overland Build and Best Engine and Performance, and the The Jimny Hub Choice Award. Additionally, the first-ever Next Gen Award was introduced, recognizing the Best Jimny 5-Door build.