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July 30, 2025 – Solaire Resort. Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Chevrolet cars in the Philippines, proudly unveiled the All-New Chevrolet Groove at a vibrant retro-themed launch event that brought together industry leaders, media partners, and car enthusiasts. Lending global flavor to the celebration was the presence of top executives from General Motors Asia-Pacific, led by Mr. Hector Villareal—President, Managing Director, and CEO of General Motors Korea—alongside the HARI Board, Chairman Richard L. Lee; Vice Chair, President, and CEO Maria Fe Perez-Agudo; and Director, Treasurer, and CFO Ladislao Z. Avila, Jr. The All-New Groove signals Chevrolet…

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JMC Philippines, under the global mobility company Astara, continues its strategic expansion in the country with the launch of additional selling points for its latest lineup of commercial vehicles and electric models. As part of its growing footprint, JMC Alabang-Zapote, located at 35 Alabang–Zapote Road, Las Piñas, now offers the newly launched JMC Grand Avenue, a robust and feature-packed pickup designed for performance and utility. Alongside it, the dealership also carries JMEV’s EV2 and EV3, the brand’s fully electric mini-delivery vans tailored for urban logistics and last-mile solutions. This new selling point brings JMC’s innovative vehicle lineup closer to customers…

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Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Volvo cars in the Philippines, successfully gathered a new generation of leaders and trailblazing Filipinas for the second installment of its ‘Voice of Volvo’ thought leadership series, titled “Grace Beyond the Wheel.” The event, held on September 3, 2025, at the Maria Fe Perez-Agudo Center for Leadership Excellence in St. Scholastica’s College, Manila, inspired student leaders to spearhead conversations on how personal and road safety are the essential foundation for empowerment and success. The forum featured an all-female panel of distinguished leaders, moderated by esteemed broadcast journalist Rico Hizon. The panel…

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Chongqing, China — Changan Automobile, a leader in low-carbon intelligent vehicle technology, has officially unveiled its new intelligent technology brand “New Changan · New Safety — Tianshu Intelligent” at the 5th Changan Auto Tech Ecosystem Conference, held in conjunction with the World Smart Industry Expo 2025 in Chongqing, China. This marks the brand’s first major debut since the formal establishment of China Changan Automobile Group Co., Ltd., underscoring the pivotal role of Tianshu Intelligent in the second half of the intelligent mobility race. Mr. Zhu Huarong, Chairman of Changan Automobile, said: “In the realm of intelligence, we focus on only three things: safety, safety, and safety. Our new…

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Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), reports significant market share growth across truck categories III to V in January to August of 2025 compared to the same period last year, based on the combined sales report from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Phils., Inc (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association, Inc. (TMA). IPC retained its position as the overall market leader with a commanding 42.7% market share. With 3,200 total truck units sold of August 2025 compared to the previous 2,912, IPC achieved a 10% year-on-year increase in sales, underscoring the continued trust of Filipino businesses and consumers in the…

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— Exhibiting four world premieres, including a new Honda 0 Series prototype model — TOKYO, Japan, September 30, 2025 – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced its lineup for the Japan Mobility Show 2025, including a wide variety of motorcycles, automobiles, power products, aircraft and other products, as well as related technologies and concept models. (Japan Mobility Show press days: Oct. 29 – 30, Public days: Oct. 31 – Nov. 9, 2025). Following the release of initial information on Aug. 28, 2025, Honda today revealed the list of items to be on display at the Honda booth, including initial information…

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September 17, 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 TGR Philippines eSports GT Championship 2025, to September 28. The qualifiers will determine the Top 40 who will go on to compete in the quarterfinals at the Ayala Malls Manila Bay on October 11. The semifinals and national finals will follow the next day on October 12. Winners will bring home cash prizes, original GR merchandise, and a chance to participate in…

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In April, the OMODA C5 SHS launched the global first Super Hybrid Marathon Journey・Extreme Challenge in China. The motorcade traversed four cities including Hangzhou and Xuancheng, enduring complex road conditions such as urban congestion, highways, and mountainous areas, as well as variable climates. It achieved an exceptional actual range of 1,142 km. Medias from nine countries witnessed the entire process. During the test, C5 SHS demonstrated stable and efficient power output, fully verifying its outstanding performance in power, energy consumption, and driving experience. With authentic data, it highlighted the leading strength of its super HEV technology and unveiled the technical…

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TAGUM CITY, DAVAO DEL NORTE – GAC MOTOR Philippines, under global mobility leader Astara, continues its aggressive expansion in Mindanao with the groundbreaking of GAC MOTOR Tagum, located in Barangay Libertad, Canocotan, Tagum City, Davao del Norte. Operated by Davao Bonifacio Motor Inc., the upcoming facility is set to open in Q3 2026 and will be the group’s second dealership, following their successful Davao City outlet. It will also be GAC’s third branch in the Davao region and the 35th dealership nationwide—further testament to the brand’s rapid growth and strong nationwide presence. GAC Tagum dealership will feature a 400-square-meter showroom…

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