By Tessa R. Salazar How many car brands in the world are fearless enough to talk about government issues, natural disasters, economic struggles, and other critical challenges during a major product launch? In my decades of covering Toyota and Lexus events—from here to Japan—one thing that has always set these two companies apart is how […]
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With the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PagAsa) warning that current El Niño conditions could intensify in the coming weeks, bringing extreme heat, drought, and stronger typhoons, the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has sent a joint letter calling on the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Environment and
Don’t forget your animal companions this rainy season Read More »
Maryland-based Sam Jamero and his daughter Samantha Kei were there in the stands, a tennis ball’s throw away from Alexandra Eala, when the 21-year-old began her campaign to become the first-ever Filipino to win a WTA 500 title at the Mubadala DC Open in Washington, DC. Here is Sam’s first-person view of her matches against
‘I was never a tennis fan.’ But then Alex came along… Read More »
TessDrive brings you the latest developments across luxury showcases, new model releases, dealer network expansions, financial partnerships, and sales milestones shaping the Philippine automotive business landscape. Lexus debuts new ES; hosts Robinsons Magnolia showcase Lexus Philippines announced the official launch of the new Lexus ES executive sedan alongside a dedicated luxury showcase event to be
Network growth: Lexus flagships, GAC and EV sales leads Read More »
By Tessa R. Salazar How will a Philippine President be judged by history? Will one of the criteria be how he (or she) has kept our society on track to progress? Perhaps, when it comes to the state of our railways, that metric takes on a quite literal sense. Some of the major highlights of
‘President-proofing’ the Philippine railway system Read More »
TessDrive brings you the latest updates on electric vehicle adoption, hybrid technology milestones, battery-swapping networks, and corporate fleet management solutions shaping sustainable transportation in the Philippines. VinFast accelerates Philippine green mobility footprint Vietnamese battery electric vehicle (BEV) manufacturer VinFast has consolidated its multi-segment expansion across the Philippines, scaling its product lineup from 2-wheeler urban commuters
EcoMobility: VinFast ecosystem, MMPC EVIS, and Ford hybrid Read More »
Text and photos by Ian Reyes Back in the early to mid-1990s, my introduction to the local automotive world arrived via the ink-stained motoring sections of major broadsheets—the Philippine Star, Bulletin, and of course, the Inquirer—alongside weekend TV staples like “Auto Focus” and “Motoring Today.” It was through these media channels that I first encountered
From newsprint to the show floor: My journey with Campi Read More »
TessDrive brings you the latest auto promos, official retail launches, and exclusive financing partnerships across the Philippines, keeping you informed on the newest mobility options and ownership privileges. GAC Philippines unveils 3-tiered MPV family GAC Philippines officially introduced its dedicated GAC MPV family, launching three multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs) tailored for executive transit, family travel, and
Executive moves: GAC MPV lineup and Denza premium financing Read More »
TessDrive brings you the latest updates on environmental conservation, corporate sustainability initiatives, and scientific research protecting biodiversity across the Philippines. TMP recognized at City of Santa Rosa Green Awards Toyota Motor Philippines Corp (TMP) earned three distinct recognitions at the City of Santa Rosa Green Awards 2026, receiving honors as a sustainable development partner, Earth
Eco action: Local green honors and eagle DNA findings Read More »
TessDrive brings you the latest auto promos, weekend test-drive events, and official retail launches from car manufacturers and importers, keeping you informed on the newest mobility solutions across the Philippines. VinFast opens nationwide test drives for e-motorcycles VinFast e-Motorcycle, the electric 2-wheeler division of Vietnamese BEV manufacturer VinFast, launches its initial product lineup in the
Electric surge: VinFast e-Scooters, Toyota and BYD debuts Read More »
