Dealership Updates

SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp (SMCACD), the exclusive distributor of BMW vehicles in the Philippines, has appointed Jacob Ang as its new president effective Sept. 1. He takes over from Spencer Yu, who has led BMW Philippines as president for 7 years. Ang steps into the role at a time when demand for premium vehicles […]

Ford Philippines was recently listed as one of the country’s top 50 brands in 2025. The rankings were developed by global media giant Campaign with research firm Pureprofile, with the study spanning 6 key Southeast Asian markets: Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Singapore. Brands were evaluated on 9 key attributes: Awareness, purchase intent,

Toyota Motor Philippines Corp (TMP), together with key members of the Toyota Group export suppliers, recently presented a comprehensive report to the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) during the 26th Toyota Special Economic Zone (TSEZ) update meeting held in June 2025 in Parañaque City. TMP president Masando Hashimoto reported that Toyota Group export suppliers significantly

With so many mobility options in the local market to choose from, the question Filipinos usually ask first is “Anong brand ang para sa akin (Which brand is for me)?” This doesn’t come as a surprise as many studies have shown that Filipinos have a strong sense of brand loyalty. This loyalty is made stronger

Kia Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, has emerged as the fastest-growing brand among the country’s top 10 automotive players. Based on the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc (Campi) industry report for the first half of 2025, the brand sold 4,195 units, a 71% increase from the same period in 2024. “Throughout the

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) Corp’s Toyota Insure program has formalized new partnerships with insurance providers Pioneer Insurance & Surety Corp and Maagap Insurance Inc. Through this partnership, TMP’s customers will be able to have more options in choosing reliable and convenient insurance partners suited for all their overall Toyota Insure experience. Toyota Insure, one of

Ford Philippines has just recently opened a new Ford dealership service facility in Mandaue City, Cebu in partnership with Fairlane Automotive Ventures Inc (FAVI), the operator of Ford dealerships in the Visayas region. Located at North Road in Barangay Jagobiao, Mandaue, Ford Mandaue elevates the Ford ownership experience with a new and bigger facility for

BYD Cars Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, continues to lead the country’s electric vehicle (EV) movement with the opening of 6 new dealerships located in Bacoor (Cavite), Sta. Rosa (Laguna), Subic (Zambales), and Cebu. Strategically positioned in key growth areas, the ongoing expansion brings world-class EVs, charging infrastructure, and aftersales support to more Filipino motorists

Earlier this year, Honda Cars Philippines Inc (HCPI) announced the continuation of its strategic expansion plan, eyeing the addition of 4 new dealerships nationwide before the end of 2025. In line with this commitment, HCPI recently inaugurated its newest dealership, Honda Cars Talisay. The newly opened dealership is located at Highway Linao, Talisay City, Cebu,

Inchcape Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Changan in the country, was recently recognized at the 2025 Changan Automobile Overseas Partner Conference in Chongqing, China. Changan Philippines received the excellence parts operation award, ranking among the top contributors in spare parts distribution per vehicle, achieving 163% vs its annual target. Changan’s steadfast growth in the country