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Isuzu Bacolod marks 60 by opening refreshed IOS dealership

September 23, 2025

Marking six decades of continuous service to the Bacolod community, Isuzu Philippines Corp (IPC), in partnership with Southern Auto Mart and Trading Corp (SAMTC), unveiled Sept. 1 the newly refreshed Isuzu Bacolod dealership—now upgraded to reflect the brand’s Isuzu Outlet Standard (IOS) design philosophy. The grand opening capped off a week-long celebration that began with […]

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Charge your EV without the worry, rain or shine

September 23, 2025

Weather in the Philippines has become increasingly unpredictable. Weeks can quickly shift from scorching heat to days of continuous rain. These sudden changes present challenges to car owners, especially those with electric vehicles (EVs). One common concern is the safety of EV charging during extreme weather, particularly in heavy rain, floods, or high heat. To

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ACMobility: Only a year rebranded, but already multi-awarded

September 23, 2025

In its first full year of transformation since launching on March 1, 2024, ACMobility is already being recognized on both local and global stages for reshaping the future of mobility. In 2025 alone, the company has achieved an impressive series of milestones. At the HR Excellence Awards held in Manila last August, ACMobility was honored

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New EV models coming Oct 23-25 at SMX Convention Center

September 22, 2025

The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) maintains its confidence that the country’s electric vehicle (EV) sector would continue to gear up towards more sustainable, innovative, and transformative mobility for more Filipinos. During the recent pre-event press conference of the 13th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) held in Bonifacio Global City in Taguig City,

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The VinFast VF 5: Suitable for first-time EV owners

September 21, 2025

As electric vehicles (EVs) become a more familiar sight on Philippine roads, one name has steadily emerged among everyday drivers seeking a stylish and affordable way to go electric. The VinFast VF 5, a compact electric crossover designed for urban living, may turn out to be a suitable match for Filipino motorists looking for their

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Metro Manila’s floods: The monsters we allowed to grow

September 20, 2025

By the TessDrive team The following article constitutes Part 3 (conclusion) of a 3-part deep-dive into Metro Manila’s perennial, destructive, and deadly floods during the monsoon season. If you missed reading Parts 1 and 2, please click on the following links: While geography and climate set the stage, the transformation of Metro Manila’s flood risk

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Spotlight: BYD launches Tang DM-i 7-seater hybrid SUV

September 19, 2025

By Tessa R. Salazar The TessDrive team attended the launch of the new BYD Tang DM-i on Sept. 17 at SPACE at One Ayala in Makati City. The new 7-seater family SUV features BYD’s Super DM-i hybrid technology, which combines a turbocharged engine with a 21.5 kWh Blade battery. This powertrain delivers 271 PS and

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Toyota extends eSports GT racing qualifiers to Sept. 28

September 19, 2025

Aspiring racers still have time to put in their fastest lap time for a chance to live their racing dreams. Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has extended the qualifying period for its sim racing tournament, the Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Philippines eSports GT Championship 2025, to Sept. 28. The qualifiers will determine the Top 40 who

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Filipino engineer invents fix for ‘hot EVs’

September 17, 2025

By Tessa R. Salazar Electric vehicle (EV) sales in the Philippines are projected to increase by 30% between 2024 and 2032. Thus, it has become ever more important to address a persistent challenge in this growing industry. Engineer Emmanuel Arriola, a Department of Science and Technology (DOST) S&T Fellow, has presented a solution to the

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Vingroup recognized for developing Vietnam exhibit center

September 16, 2025

Vingroup recently received Vietnam’s First-Class Labor Order for developing the National Exhibition Fair Center. This award acknowledges the group’s determined efforts in completing the project 15 months ahead of schedule, celebrating the 80th National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and significantly contributing to the socio-economic development of the capital city Hanoi and the

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