On June 13, the Philippines’ Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has cleared the proposed incentives strategy for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing and aims to secure the Fiscal Incentives Review Board (FIRB)’s approval next month.
The EVIS forms part of the manufacturing component of the Comprehensive Roadmap f

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

Reported on May 9, 2025, Hyundai Motor Philippines is reportedly preparing to introduce the all-new Accent to the local market, as revealed in a recent certification document from the Land Transportation Office (LTO). 
The filing, which classifies the vehicle as M1, outlines specifications consistent with the latest-

Reported on May 5, 2025, Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai Trucks and Buses in the Philippines, has launched 2 fully electric commercial vehicles and a new light-duty truck.
The Hyundai Mighty Electric light-duty electric truck is equipped with a 163 hp permanent magnet synchro

Reported on April 26, 2025, Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru in the Philippines, is preparing to introduce Subaru hybrid models to the local market in 2025. This development was revealed in the 2024 Annual Report of its parent company, Tan Chong International Limited.
In the Philippines, the

Reported on April 28, 2025, Toyota’s assembly plant in Santa Rosa, Laguna, the Philippines, recorded a robust 52.9% YoY increase in production for March 2025, reaching 5,762 units. The sharp uptick was driven by strong demand for the newly introduced Tamaraw light commercial vehicle, alongside interest in the Innova

Reported on April 24, 2025, United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI) has added Geely’s Radar to its expanding distribution portfolio in the Philippines, further broadening its range of cutting-edge new energy mobility options. 
This addition reinforces UAAGI’s commitment to the growing NEV market in the Philippines

Reported on April 26, 2025, Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) is driving the electric transformation of Philippine commercial transport with the upcoming Hyundai Truck and Bus Mobility EV-olution Expo, scheduled for May 2, 2025, in Alabang.
The event will gather government, business, and transport leaders to celeb

On April 20, 2025, Delta Electronics became the first EV charging solutions provider in the Philippines to earn the Philippine Standard (PS) Safety Certification Mark for its AC power EV chargers. Issued by the Bureau of Philippine Standards under the Department of Trade and Industry, this certification guarantees th

Reported on April 14, 2025, SM Supermalls has significantly expanded its EV charging infrastructure across the Philippines. From its initial coverage in Metro Manila, the network now extends to key locations in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
At present, there are 123 EV Charging Stations (EVCS) operating at 69 SM mall