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Flood control corruption has plundered P1 trillion

Greenpeace Philippines has recently called out the obscene greed of government officials and contractors who have allegedly pocketed billions from anomalous flood control projects that are meant for climate adaptation. In a press conference over Zoom, Greenpeace calculated that, based on estimations revealed at Senate inquiries, as much as P1.029 trillion of the government’s climate-tagged […]

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China tech invasion: Hongqi bags 5-star Euro NCAP on 3 BEVs

Would you blame Filipino technology and mobility enthusiasts drawn to Hongqi’s luxury electric sedan, electric SUV, and its larger luxury electric SUV—rated recently as among the world’s safest vehicles—when these vehicles recently scored 5-star ratings in the Euro NCAP standardized safety test? Often called China’s national pride, the Hongqi marque is becoming a national symbol

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Toyota Motor PH bags gold at Asia Pacific skills contest

Filipino excellence took center stage as Toyota Motor Philippines Corp (TMP) secured another prestigious win at the 2025 Toyota Asia Pacific Skills Contest (Aspac) held recently at Toyota Motor Thailand’s Ban Pho Plant in Chachoengsao Province. Eduardo Lazo Jr of TMP’s manufacturing division emerged as the top performer, earning the gold medal in the highly

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Isuzu PH extends aid to 200 quake-hit families in Cebu

Isuzu Philippines Corp (IPC), together with its Cebu dealer partner Iconic Dealership Inc (IDI), donated essential relief supplies for 200 families in Barangay Poblacion, San Remigio, one of the municipalities most affected by the recent earthquake in northern Cebu. The relief drive follows the devastating 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Sept 30, impacting over 170,000 individuals

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With V-Green’s nationwide free charging, EV owners save big

For families, commuters, and road-trippers alike, VinFast’s partnership with V-Green means zero charging costs until May 1, 2027—making every ride easier, smarter, and more affordable. The initiative, which covers all V-Green-operated charging ports nationwide, aims to reduce the cost of EV ownership and encourage broader adoption of electric mobility in the country. The offer is

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Coding-exempt EVs, hybrids need no police clearance

By Tessa R. Salazar The Oct 7, 2025 advisory of the Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) requiring owners of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) to secure a certification from the Department of Energy (DOE) as a prerequisite for exemption from the number coding scheme implemented along EDSA and other major thoroughfares

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ACMobility: Bye-bye, legacy brands; hello, electrification

By Aries B. Espinosa In a move that signals a dramatic strategic shift, Ayala’s automotive arm, ACMobility, is ending its 35-year dealership operations with Honda Cars Philippines Inc (HCPI) effective Jan. 1, 2026. This isn’t an isolated event, but the latest and most significant step in a clear pattern of divestment, following the group’s recent

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VinFast PH, Green GSM give P10-M aid to Cebu quake victims

Responding to the call from local authorities, VinFast Philippines and Green GSM quickly joined relief efforts to support Cebu residents following the Sept. 30 earthquake, underscoring the companies’ commitment to standing with communities in times of need. Immediately after the disaster, the Philippine government mobilized its search and rescue, medical, and emergency relief forces to

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