Reported on July 8, 2025, pickup trucks in the Philippines are no longer exempt from excise tax (starting July 1), following the implementation of the Capital Market Efficiency Promotion Act (CMEPA). 
This law amends the National Internal Revenue Code to remove pickups from the list of exempt vehicles, which now only

Announced on June 29, 2025, BJ Mercantile Inc. (BJM) has officially launched the THACO Cruizer 125 in the Philippines, marking the beginning of its strategic partnership with Vietnam’s THACO AUTO. Designed for both urban and long-distance routes, the Cruizer 125 introduces advanced technology and modern design to the

Announced on June 23, 2025, the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) has released updated information on available electrified vehicles and accredited EV charging stations under the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA). The number of EV brands and models in the market continues to grow.
As of June 2025,

Reported on June 20, 2025, Hyundai Motor Philippines has relaunched the Kona SUV as a hybrid model, marking the return of the popular nameplate with electrified power as standard. The all-new Kona HEV is offered in 2 variants, with prices starting from PHP 1.528 million.
The 2025 Kona Hybrid powered by a 1.6L Smartst

Announced on June 23, 2025, the Philippines’ Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) projects that its newly approved Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS) could create around 680,000 jobs and attract PHP 120 billion in capital investments, generating PHP 11.4 trillion in economic output. 
The strategy, awaiting

On June 20, 2025, the Philippines’ Department of Energy (DOE), through its Energy Utilization Management Bureau, handed over a Solar-Assisted EV Charging Station (EVCS) to the Clark Development Corporation (CDC). 
Located at Clark Museum Parking Lot, the EVCS supports e-mobility by linking Metro Manila and Northern L

Reported on June 19, 2025, the latest data from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) showed that vehicle sales in the Philippines fell by 1.2% YoY to 39,775 units in May, mainly due to weaker demand for passenger cars.
Passenger car sale

Announced on June 13, 2025, ACMobility is operating at 96 locations across the Philippines as of May 2025, with a total of 226 EV charge points, and continues to expand. Among its latest additions are new charging sites in Makati, Paranaque, Bulacan, Pagudpud, Baguio, Antipolo, Cavite, Cebu, and Iloilo.
ACMobility ha

On June 11, 2025, the Philippines’ Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) approved the Board of Investments’ draft Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS), which will be submitted to the Fiscal Incentives Review Board (FIRB) on June 13, with approval expected in July.
Part of the Comprehensive Roadmap for the EV I

Reported on June 9, 2025, Toyota Motor Philippines remains optimistic about continued growth in the local auto market despite a recent dip in passenger car sales and rising competition.
The company downplays the 19.5% drop in local passenger car sales during the first 4 months of 2025, attributing it to seasonal fact

On June 10, Vingroup’s Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company (GSM) officially launched Green GSM, the Philippines’ first all-electric taxi service, marking the company’s entry into its 4th international market after Vietnam, Laos, and Indonesia.
The launch event in Quezon City was attended by key government of

On June 5, VinFast Philippines announced that it has officially joined the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), further strengthening its presence in the local automotive industry.
As a member of CAMPI, which accounts for over 92% of the country’s auto sales, VinFast will work alongsi

Reported on May 29, 2025, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) maintained its stronghold in the Philippine truck market, capturing a commanding 43% market share from January to April 2025 with 1,592 units sold, based on data from CAMPI and TMA.
Leading the lineup was the Isuzu N-Series, with 905 units sold, an increas

Announced on May 30, 2025, Volvo and De La Salle University (DLSU) have formalized a partnership to promote road safety and drive mobility innovation in the Philippines, marked by the launch of the Volvo Safety Labs. This initiative aims to develop safe mobility solutions for future generations.
The agreement was sig

Announced on May 28, 2025, ACMobility has launched the Philippines’ fastest EV chargers in Makati City, featuring 240 kW SuperFast and 480 kW UltraFast units. 
Installed in partnership with the Makati Commercial Estate Association (MACEA) and Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI), the chargers are now operational at Corinthians Car

Announced On May 25, 2025, Chinese NEV brand Li Auto celebrated the opening of its first flagship showroom in Southeast Asia, officially launched on May 20 in Taguig City, Philippines.
The showroom introduces Filipino families to Li Auto’s intelligent vehicles, featuring seamless connectivity, advanced infotainment,

Reported on May 20, 2025, the latest data from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) showed that new motor vehicle sales in the Philippines in April 2025 fell 10.0% YoY to 33,580 units, marking the first YoY drop in monthly sales since Fe

Announced on May 10, 2025, HMWS Inc. (Harness Master Wiring Systems), a manufacturer of automotive electrical systems and industrial equipment, is expanding its operations in the Clark Freeport Zone, Philippines, with a PHP 300-million investment expected to create at least 200 new jobs.
A Clark locator since 2011, H

Announced on May 14, 2025, SM Prime Holdings, Inc., one of Southeast Asia’s largest integrated property developers, has installed 131 EV charging stations across its portfolio in the Philippines as of Q1/2025. 
These charging facilities are strategically located in malls and office developments, with upcoming expansi

Reported on May 11, 2025, the Philippine government was reportedly considering offering reduced tariffs on imported motor vehicles as part of its negotiations with the United States to lower reciprocal tariffs on Philippine exports.
A former trade undersecretary, now a Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PI