Announced on September 12, 2025, Hyundai Motor Philippines has reintroduced the Hyundai Venue, a compact SUV designed for first-time car owners and daily driving. 
Offered in three variants starting at PHP 778,000, the VENUE measures (LWH) 4,040x 1,770x 1,565 mm, with a 2,520 mm wheelbase. 
It is powered by a 1.6L en

On September 12, 2025, Suzuki Philippines unveiled the all-new Fronx, a next-generation SUV that combines bold coupe-inspired styling, a premium interior, and advanced features. 
Its muscular stance is highlighted by a solid front grille, split-design headlamps, and double fenders extending from front to rear, projec

Announced on September 9, 2025, the Philippines’ Department of Energy (DOE) has rolled out new guidelines establishing a standardized system for classifying electrified vehicles (xEV), a move aimed at advancing the shift to cleaner transport.
Taking effect on September 20, 2025, Circular DC2025-09-0015 replaces earli

On September 4, 2025, the Philippines' Department of Energy (DOE) updated its listings of available electrified vehicles and accredited EV charging stations under the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA), reflecting the continued growth of EV options in the market.
As of September 1, 2025, the DOE recogn

Reported on September 2, 2025, BYD Cars Philippines announced that reservations are now open for the BYD Tang DM-i, the brand’s latest flagship plug-in hybrid SUV under its Super DM-i lineup. The model is scheduled for official launch on September 17.
As BYD’s largest SUV to date, the Tang DM-i is positioned to offer

Reported on September 1, 2025, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has hinted at the upcoming introduction of a HEV to its lineup. In a recent social media post, TMP revealed a headlight image accompanied by the caption, “Achieve the Electrified Vision.” Notably, the highlighted blue letters within the caption spell out “

Announced on September 1, 2025, Phoenix Petroleum Philippines, Inc. has partnered with V-Green Charging Station Development Philippines, Inc. to install EV chargers at select Phoenix stations nationwide. This collaboration makes Phoenix the first local fuel company to work with Vietnam-based Vingroup’s V-Green in exp

Reported on August 28, 2025, Motor Image Philippines has faced a challenging 2025, with Subaru vehicle sales in the Philippines dropping 64% YoY in H1 2025, according to parent Tan Chong International Limited (TCIL). Exact numbers were not disclosed in TCIL’s interim results.
The brand attributes the decline to prefe

Reported on August 28, 2025, the Philippines is on track to reach 35,000 registered electrified vehicles (xEVs) by the end of 2025, driven by more model options, expanding charging infrastructure, and supportive policies, the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) said.
From January to July 2025, elec

Announced on August 27, 2025, Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) has been named the top customs revenue contributor to the Bureau of Customs–Port of Batangas (BOC-POB) for the first half of 2025, remitting PHP 24.09 billion in duties and taxes, a 29% increase YoY. TMP accounted for 35.7% of the port’s “Top 10

Reported on August 20, 2025, Chery Auto Philippines has officially launched the all-new Tiggo Cross HEV, now available nationwide at an introductory price of PHP 1,198,000.
Positioned as one of the most affordable hybrid sub-compact SUVs in the market, the Tiggo Cross HEV combines a 1.5-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cyli

On August 20, 2025, Suzuki Philippines began accepting reservations for the new Fronx subcompact SUV, with a promo period running until September 5.
The Fronx marks Suzuki Philippines’ entry into the B-SUV segment, positioned alongside models such as the Toyota Raize and Kia Sonet. 
Measuring 3,995 mm in length, 1,76

Reported on August 15, 2025, electric vehicle (EV) adoption is accelerating in the Philippines, supported by government policies aimed at modernizing transportation.
Sales are rising steadily, driven by incentives such as tariff exemptions on EVs and components for five years, as well as programs modernizing public t

Reported on August 15, 2025, data jointly released by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) showed that total auto sales in the Philippines in July slipped 2.6% YoY to 38,295 units. Passenger cars were the most affected, plunging 25.7% Y

On August 8, 2025, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Philippines, during his official visit to India, met with the Hinduja Group delegation led by Shom Hinduja. The discussions focused on expanding collaboration and investments in the Philippines across the Defence, Energy, Automotive, and Digital Technology sect

On August 8, 2025, Ford Philippines introduced its first BEV, the Mustang Mach-E Premium, priced at PHP 3,499,000.
It features a 98.7-kWh (usable 88 kWh) battery delivering a 550 km range, dual motors with 394 hp and 678 Nm torque, and electronic AWD.
Classic Mustang styling blends with a spacious interior thanks to

Reported on August 8, 2025, Kia Philippines, operated by ACMobility, ranks among the top 10 automotive brands in the market for H1.
According to the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), Kia sold 4,195 units in the first half of 2025, a 71% increase compared to the same period in 2024,

Reported on August 1, 2025, Tesla continues to expand its charging network in the Philippines, with over 1,500 Tesla vehicles now registered. Charging stations are strategically deployed based on traffic flow, high-demand locations, and customer feedback.
While Superchargers enable rapid recharging, Tesla’s Destinati

Announced on July 30, 2025, V-Green Global Charging Station Development Corporation (V-Green) and Green and Smart Mobility JSC (Green GSM Philippines) have signed an MOU with Manila Electric Company (MERALCO), the Philippines’ largest power distributor.
The agreement aims to accelerate EV adoption via electric taxis

Reported on July 28, 2025, MG Philippines posted an impressive sales performance for the first half of 2025, selling 4,632 units. This marks a 17.9% increase compared to the same period in 2024, significantly outpacing the Philippine automotive industry’s approximate 2% growth in H1.
Thanks to this strong momentum, M