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06/01/2025

Significantly, CAMPI nearly eclipsed its 2023 sales total (429,807) with still a month of selling to go. Note that in 2023, CAMPI member companies’ sales mustered 22% growth.

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THE GROWTH streak of the Philippine automotive market continues. As of November 2024, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) reported that its 425,208 unit sales total reflected 8.8% growth versus the same period (January to November) in 2023.

06/01/2025

The partnership with private firm NGA (Next Generation Advanced) Philippines has enabled various LGUs and even national agencies such as the PNP to deploy state-of-the-art emergency solutions for the population.

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TOWARD QUICKER and improved service, the response to road accidents, security incidents, and health-related emergencies is adopting new technology in various areas across the archipelago.

06/01/2025

Jetour Auto International Vice-President Kevin Xu talks growth and the near future.

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VELOCITY: We’ve been hearing about how Jetour wants to grow its market internationally, and that it’s one of the leading brands in China. What’s the percentage of sales coming from overseas versus domestic?

06/01/2025

The agenda was to flex its brand-specific manufacturing facility, reiterate and reinforce its image, as well as to show what’s in the pipeline — while underscoring that it is the “fastest-growing new Chinese SUV brand.”

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HARD TO FATHOM that Jetour was once just an SUV model line of the considerable Chery Holding Group. Conceived almost exactly eight years ago and “upgraded to an independent brand” in 2021, it is positioned as a company of “equal footing” with the other brands under Chery.

06/01/2025

Oil companies are set to hike gasoline prices by P1 per liter, diesel by P1.40 per liter, and kerosene by P1 per liter, effective January 7, 2025.

02/01/2025

As we hunkered down at home while the pandemic raged on, our lives were upended thoroughly — and we made adjustments to keep both sanity and health intact.

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COVID-19 was a shock (pun unintended) to the system that disrupted the way we live — in addition to the grief and horror in its wake. As we hunkered down at home while the pandemic raged on, our lives were upended thoroughly — and we made adjustments to keep both sanity and health intact.

02/01/2025

Four Tesla-exclusive chargers are installed at the facility, offering up to 250kW of power. An outlet can provide a Tesla with a range increase of 120km in just five minutes.

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A MONTH after its arrival in the Philippines, Tesla opened its first Supercharger station in the country. Located at the Basement Parking 2 of Uptown Mall in Taguig City, the station offers high-speed charging capabilities, allowing Tesla owners to quickly replenish their vehicle’s battery.

02/01/2025

Staged by IC Land Automotive, Inc., the Philippine distributor of JLR vehicles, a journey through the shallow rivers and muddy trails of Mount Pinatubo in Pampanga and around Tarlac also made a stop at the shelter of animal welfare group Animal Kingdom Foundation.

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THE BRITISH auto group’s past and future — specifically, the Defender’s renowned abilities in off-roading, and Jaguar Land Rover’s (JLR) business aspirations — were made clear during the recent “Defender: Gratitude in Action” day trip.

02/01/2025

These platforms allow for model scalability and adaptability in light of new energy solutions, such as translation of Lynk & Co’s designs to accommodate new electric vehicle technologies,” according to a company release.

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UAAGI Chief Marketing Executive Lyn Buena says Lynk & Co is targeting a growing middle class Interview by Kap Maceda Aguila WHEN IT was formally launched in the Philippines last April at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), Lynk & Co (distributed by United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. or UAAGI)...

02/01/2025

It targets a growing market in this part of Laguna, in addition to nearby provinces such as Batangas and Cavite.

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GREAT WALL MOTORS (GWM) Philippines continues to solidify and widen its presence in the country with the opening of its newest dealership — this one located along Maharlika Highway, in Calamba, Laguna. It targets a growing market in this part of Laguna, in addition to nearby provinces such as Bata...

23/12/2024

As 2024 draws to a close, Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. is set to add yet another feather in its cap with an incredible 23rd consecutive “triple crown” — leading all auto companies here in passenger, commercial, and total vehicle sales.

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AS 2024 DRAWS to a close, Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. (TMP) is set to add yet another feather in its cap with an incredible 23rd consecutive “triple crown” — leading all auto companies here in passenger, commercial, and total vehicle sales. Yes, that’s 23 straight years of market leadersh...

23/12/2024

This iconic nameplate, synonymous with durability and versatility, makes a return — promising to redefine the landscape of utility vehicles in the country.

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IN WHAT is undoubtedly a momentous occasion for the Philippine automotive industry itself, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) officially launched the highly anticipated next-generation Tamaraw. This iconic nameplate, synonymous with durability and versatility, makes a return — promising to redefine th...

23/12/2024

Honda and Nissan are expected on Monday to announce the start of business integration talks, two people familiar with the matter told Reuters, as the carmakers strive to survive a rapidly changing industry landscape.

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TOKYO – Honda and Nissan are expected on Monday to announce the start of business integration talks, two people familiar with the matter told Reuters, as the carmakers strive to survive a rapidly changing industry landscape. The Japanese automakers are hosting board meetings on Monday about the ta...

16/12/2024

Oil companies are set to hike gasoline prices by P0.80 per liter, diesel by P0.80 per liter, and kerosene by P0.10 per liter, effective December 17, 2024.

16/12/2024

official distributor ACMobility concludes 2024 with an additional dealership location in Metro Manila.

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BYD Philippines official distributor ACMobility concludes 2024 with an additional dealership location in Metro Manila. The facility in Mandaluyong City is described by the company as “strategically located” specifically in the Greenfield district, and is the second location of the brand that is ...

16/12/2024

Established in 1964, has evolved from humble beginnings to become a major player in the global automotive industry today.

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ESTABLISHED IN 1964, JAC Motors has evolved from humble beginnings to become a major player in the global automotive industry today. The company said it has strived to consistently push the boundaries of automotive technology, delivering high-quality vehicles that cater to diverse consumer needs.

16/12/2024

The opening of Lynk & Co Quezon City, the fourth completed showroom (the others being Alabang, Bulacan, and Angeles) of the United Asia Automotive Group, Inc.-administered brand in the Philippines, truly marks promising beginnings.

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THE OPENING of Lynk & Co Quezon City, the fourth completed showroom (the others being Alabang, Bulacan, and Angeles) of the United Asia Automotive Group, Inc.-administered brand in the Philippines, truly marks promising beginnings.

09/12/2024

All Honda customers are entitled to this promo.

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HONDA CARS PHILIPPINES, INC. (HCPI) has announced the start of a new service promo, “Holiday Drive.” “HCPI is a company that prides itself in prioritizing the safety and quality of service given to its customers,” the firm said in a release. “Right in time for this season, HCPI is here to ...