Kia Philippines, operating under Ayala Group’s ACMobility, is preparing to significantly widen its local electric footprint with back-to-back model launches scheduled for the final quarter of 2026. Heading into the final stretch of the year, the Korean marque is set to introduce the Kia EV3 and the Kia PV5, expanding its electrified offerings beyond personal […]
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TessDrive tracks major dealership moves and sales records shaping the automotive landscape, from record-breaking electric vehicle (EV) deliveries to commercial fleet leadership and executive brand partnerships. Isuzu retains Philippine truck market leadership Isuzu Philippines Corp (IPC) sustained its long-running dominance of the Philippine commercial vehicle sector, capturing a commanding 42% market share across Categories III,
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With pump prices hovering near ₱80/liter for gasoline and well over P90/liter for diesel, and consumers navigating a crowded sea of new energy vehicles (NEVs), how does a car brand truly cut through the noise and pump price volatility in the Philippines? Morris Garages (MG)—a brand that blends a storied British heritage with advanced Chinese
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TessDrive brings you the latest aftersales programs, ownership warranties, and relief support initiatives designed to give Filipino motorists greater peace of mind and lower long-term maintenance expenses. Dongfeng PH introduces ProTech aftersales program Dongfeng Motors Philippines rolled out ProTech, a dedicated aftersales and ownership initiative designed to lower maintenance frequency, reduce operating costs, and enhance
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TessDrive brings you the latest developments across digital charging networks, infrastructure milestones, and financial residual value programs accelerating sustainable mobility adoption in the Philippines. Evro Hits 100,000 users as PH’s leading EV charging app Evro, the official digital electric vehicle (EV) partner app of the ACMobility charging network, has officially surpassed 100,000 registered users, solidifying
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TessDrive brings you the latest developments in vehicle engineering, active driver assistance systems, flood-resilient powertrains, and nationwide safety education shaping modern Philippine mobility. Suzuki launches sportier Ertiga GLX AT hybrid variant Suzuki Philippines expanded its mild-hybrid compact MPV portfolio with the introduction of the Ertiga GLX AT-Hybrid Sport. Designed for active families and modern professionals
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There is no better way to test a vehicle’s long-range capabilities than through real-world driving. As the Philippines continues to expand its charging network, two Filipino EV owners put this to the test, demonstrating that long-distance, fully electric travel across the country is already a practical reality. For GAC owners Romel Emperado and Rommel Laranjo,
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Kia Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, has set its sights on discovering and nurturing the country’s next generation of world-class tennis champions, throwing its support behind the search for “more Alex Ealas” through a grassroots partnership with the Philippine Tennis Academy (PTA). The initiative mirrors the proven development pathway that propelled Filipina tennis sensation Alex
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Mitsubishi Motors Corp (MMC) hosted the world premiere of the fully redesigned, all-new Pajero (known as the Montero in select markets). Manufactured at Mitsubishi’s production hub in Thailand, the cross-country flagship will launch first in Thailand, followed by Japan and Australia within fiscal 2026, before rolling out to approximately 100 countries across the Association of
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TessDrive brings you the latest developments across executive distribution networks, international automotive financial milestones, and AI-driven smart mobility debuts shaping the automotive industry. Vingroup contributes record VND 150 trillion to State budget Vingroup set a historical fiscal record in Vietnam by contributing nearly VND 150 trillion (VND 148.773 trillion, equivalent to over P356 billion) to
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