Ask any Filipino what Toyota means to them, and the answers will often go beyond specifications, horsepower, or fuel efficiency. Instead, they will tell you stories—about the family tamaraw or sedan that brought newborn babies home from the hospital, the trusty pickup that carried harvests across provincial trails, or the rugged 4×4 that forged unforgettable […]
Beyond metal and miles: Clubs keep the Toyota heritage going Read More »
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
Toyota, Lexus execs not afraid to talk crisis at car launch 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 »
TessDrive brings you the latest developments across dealer networks, retail footprint expansions, executive leadership appointments, and regional market strategies shaping the automotive business landscape. Philippine Manufacturing Week 2026 Concludes 3-Day Industry Showcase Philippine Manufacturing Week 2026 concluded its three-day run at the World Trade Center Metro Manila in Pasay City. Held this July 23 to
Auto growth: Manufacturing milestones and new dealer hubs Read More »
TessDrive compiles the latest corporate movements of automobile companies to give you a bird’s eye view of the rapidly-evolving mobility landscape. May 2026 vehicle sales rebound with 24% improvement The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc (Campi) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) reported a combined sales volume of 33,532 units for May
Showroom boom: Big sales rebounds and expanded EV networks Read More »
TessDrive compiles the corporate movements of automobile companies in the past weeks to give you a bird’s eye view of the rapidly-evolving mobility landscape. VinFast expands to Cebu with new showroom and EV lineup Fast-growing BEV brand VinFast, in partnership with TJ Motors Ventures Corp, expanded its presence in the Philippines with the opening of
Local networks, global synergies, and the future of mobility Read More »
BYD Cars Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, has officially launched its newest fully electric vehicle, the BYD Sealion 7. Unveiled at the Glorietta Activity Center, the Sealion 7 emerges as the brand’s premier all-electric performance SUV, bringing the sleek, high-powered engineering DNA of the acclaimed Seal EV sedan into a versatile, family-centric crossover layout. “With
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Based on the joint report of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) plus industry estimates, total automotive market in April 2026 registered around 32,400 units in vehicle sales. This is 17% lower compared to the previous month due to seasonality factors, and an 8% decline versus
PH auto sales dip in April, while xEVs continue rise Read More »
Building on over a century of British heritage in engineering innovation, MG introduces a significant advancement in electric vehicle battery technology with the debut of its new SolidCore Battery. As the first manufacturer globally to achieve mass production of semi-solid-state batteries, MG is setting a new benchmark in electrification. The technology delivers enhanced range, faster
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Following the successful local rollouts of its premium family movers, GAC Philippines is steering its electric vehicle movement into a stylish new direction. The brand proudly introduces its latest global innovation engineered for dynamic city driving with the all-new GAC AION UT. As an EV compact hatchback, the GAC AION UT completely redefines expectations for
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