TessDrive brings you the latest updates on major commercial vehicle expos, national electric mobility summits, electrified roadshows, and exclusive luxury ownership privileges across the Philippines.
PEVS 2026 opens P50 early bird pass and free student entry
As motorists contend with another round of domestic fuel price hikes, the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) announced accessible entry rates for the upcoming 14th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS), scheduled for Oct. 22 to 24 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.
To encourage wide participation, EVAP is offering an early bird ticket at P50—a 50% discount off the standard gate admission—available through Sept. 30. Additionally, all students with a valid school ID can enter the three-day summit completely free of charge.
EVAP president Willy Q. Tee Ten stated: “Every time pump prices jump, we get a new wave of Filipinos asking us where to start in their EV journey. That is precisely what the Philippine EV Summit is about: A place to discover the cars, tech, and infrastructure they come with and a place to ask practical questions about finances and lifestyle changes. We want this event to be inclusive, so we’re not just featuring 4-wheel EVs but also 2 wheels and more. You get to discover the whole ecosystem from charging and safety to policies and investments in the context of the Philippines and Asean. We believe these are conversations worth having with all Filipinos.”
Highlights and value access
Multi-segment displays and test drives: Comprehensive showcases comparing electric 2-wheelers, e-trikes, light commercial delivery vehicles, and 4-wheeled BEVs and PHEVs.
Charging and infrastructure tech: Demonstrations of smart residential wall chargers, public DC fast chargers, and scalable enterprise charging hubs.
Direct financing consultations: On-site banking, leasing, and insurance booths assisting visitors in calculating real total cost of ownership (TCO) figures.
Policy roadmaps: Key regulatory briefings from the Department of Energy (DOE) detailing incentives and long-term national electrification targets.
Key event co-presenters and exhibitors include ACMobility Holdings Inc, the Autohub Group of Companies, Toyota Motor Philippines, and the DOE, joined by Nissan Philippines, Autowise, Pioneer Trucks, Dongfeng Motors, Meralco, Power Equipment & Supplies Inc. (Pesin), Pyro X, EVOxCharge, NWOW International, Shandong Weiwei Power, Pioneer Insurance, Intercharge Corp, Eclimo Electric Management Inc (EEMI), Shandong Longli Electronics, FCC Philippines, Finasiatech Corp, ChargeCube Technologies, Shan County Chaofu New Energy, and WeCharge Hyperfast.
Secure early bird passes and student access at evsummit.net.
TMA and Abmap set 1st Philippine International Truck Show
The Truck Manufacturers Association Inc (TMA) and the Automotive Body Manufacturers Association of the Philippines Inc (Abmap) have joined forces to stage the inaugural 1st Philippine International Truck Show (PITS) from Oct. 22 to 24 at Hall 1 of the SMX Convention Center Manila.
Carrying the theme “Driving Progress Together,” PITS stands as the country’s premier dedicated business-to-business and consumer exhibition for commercial vehicles, heavy logistics, and specialized local coachbuilding. The three-day exhibition will unite truck assemblers, body fabricators, fleet managers, logistics providers, and government transport agencies under one roof to showcase equipment supporting the country’s supply chain, infrastructure buildout, and public transport modernization.
Comprehensive fleet, coachbuilding displays
Leading commercial vehicle brands: Scheduled displays from Isuzu, Hino, Toyota, Fuso, Foton, DAF, JMC, CMC Commercial Vehicles, and MAN, presenting light-, medium-, and heavy-duty chassis cab platforms alongside alternative-fuel commercial solutions.
Local specialized body builders: Demonstrating custom body engineering from established Philippine builders—including Almazora, Centro, Geordan, Kyoei Autobody, Santarosa, and F. Cura Industries—featuring refrigerated vans, dropside beds, aluminum cargo boxes, modern public utility vehicles (PUVs), and heavy construction dumpers.
Exclusive show promotions: Fleet operators, logistics contractors, and entrepreneurs can negotiate directly with manufacturers and body fabricators to access event-exclusive fleet packages, financing terms, and seasonal discounts.
MG brings ‘Multiply Greatness Tour’ to SM Mall of Asia
Following its opening run at Trinoma in late August, MG Motor Philippines is taking the second leg of its nationwide Multiply Greatness Tour 2026 to the Central Atrium of SM Mall of Asia from Sept. 25 to 27. The interactive showcase provides southern and central Metro Manila motorists with direct access to test-drive MG’s new-energy vehicle (NEV) portfolio.
Featured lineup:
MG S5 EV SUV: Pure-electric compact SUV combining sporty rear-wheel drive (170 PS, 250 Nm) with 415 km of NEDC range and 120 kW DC fast-charging capability.
MG G50 PHEV: Practical 7-seat plug-in hybrid MPV designed for family road trips and daily urban commutes.
MG RX9 PHEV: Flagship 7-seat executive plug-in hybrid SUV.
MG HS PHEV: Compact crossover delivering daily hybrid efficiency and premium comfort.
MG4 Urban EV: Dynamic, sharp-handling all-electric hatchback engineered for city streets.
Exclusive roadshow savings and bundles
MG is offering substantial introductory incentives for buyers during the three-day MOA showcase.
MG S5 EV price cuts: Enjoy an introductory P40,000 discount off its standard P1,448,888 SRP (lowering the price to P1,408,888). Placing an on-site reservation of at least P1,000 unlocks an additional P10,000 deduction, bringing the final price down to P1,398,888.
Free P30,000 charging gear: Every tour reservation on eligible NEV models (including the S5 EV, MG4 Urban EV, RX9 PHEV, and HS PHEV) comes bundled with a free 7-kW home wall charger and a 3.3-kW portable emergency charger.
MG Motor Philippines president Wei Wei Zhang said, “The Multiply Greatness Tour is about bringing the MG experience directly to our customers and giving them the opportunity to discover our new energy lineup in a way that is accessible and relevant to their everyday lives. As we continue to expand our electrified vehicle portfolio, we want more Filipino motorists to have the opportunity to see these vehicles, understand the technology, and experience them for themselves. We are excited to bring the tour to SM Mall of Asia and continue this journey with our customers.”
Explore the tour itinerary and book test drives at mgmotor.com.ph.
Lexus PH unveils exclusive luxury privileges for September
Lexus Philippines rolled out an exclusive suite of ownership incentives for the month of September, providing customized privileges across its luxury hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) and premium off-road SUV portfolio.
Depending on the chosen model, clients can select from various bespoke offers—including 0% interest financing packages, complimentary comprehensive insurance, bundled periodic maintenance service (PMS) plans, genuine Lexus merchandise, professional car care services, or a factory Lexus Modellista exterior styling kit.
Participating models
Lexus NX (NX 350h Premier and Executive): Self-charging luxury urban crossover pairing sharp spindle-body design with quiet hybrid performance.
Lexus RX (RX 350h Executive and RX 500h F Sport): Executive-tier luxury SUV offering smooth everyday hybrid efficiency or dynamic performance via the turbocharged F Sport powertrain.
Lexus LM 350h 7-seater: Luxury mover featuring first-class passenger appointments and quiet hybrid cruising for family and executive mobility.
Lexus GX (GX Premier and GX Overtrail): Rugged ladder-frame off-roader combining trail-taming hardware with refined Lexus interior craftsmanship.
Arrange personal consultations via the Lexus Remote Showroom, visit the Lexus Manila Gallery, browse lexus.com.ph, or download the MyLEXUS App on iOS and Android.