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BYD Cars Philippines Powers Through at IRONMAN 70.3 Davao with a Strong Top 8 Finish MANILA, PHILIPPINES — BYD Cars Philippines successfully capped its participation in the IronMan 70.3 Davao, with both its celebrity and corporate triathlon teams delivering impressive Top 8 finishes in one of the country’s premier endurance events. Out of over 900 participants, the BYD Celebrity Relay Triathlon team featuring Wil Dasovich (Swim), Alden Richards (Bike), and Nico Bolzico (Run), secured a Top 8 finish out of 32 teams in the Male Relay Category, showcasing endurance, teamwork, and consistency throughout the race. This performance capped off an…

Drive with confidence this Holy Week as Toyota PH offers free emergency roadside assistancePromo runs from April 2 to 5, 2026 March 30, 2026 – To provide motorists with peace of mind as they travel during the Holy Week, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is offering FREE emergency roadside assistance to customers at select dealerships and designated areas in Cebu. From April 2 to 5, 2026, customers may avail of the Emergency Roadside Assistance at the following dealerships and areas: AreaDealerLocationPeriod CoverageNCRT. Abad SantosDealer FacilityApril 02, 04 & 05, 2026 / 0800H – 1700H April 03, 2026 / 0800H -…

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is pleased to announce the appointment of its new president, Mr. Hidekazu Arai. He will replace Ms. Rie Miyake who will assume a new post in Honda Motor Co., Ltd. effective April 1, 2026. Mr. Arai brings nearly two decades of global leadership experience to the Philippines. Most recently, he served as Chief Administrator of the Business Planning Department at Honda’s global headquarters in Japan, following significant tenures at American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and the Saitama Factory. With a strong background in business planning, finance, and electrification strategy, Mr. Arai is uniquely positioned to…

Hyundai Truck & Bus Philippines Rolls Out Free Pre-Trip Inspection Program for Holy Week Travel In preparation for the Holy Week travel season, Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai Truck & Bus Philippines, launches its Pre-Trip Inspection Program; an initiative designed to help ensure that fleet vehicles are road-ready, safe, and reliable for long-distance travel. This underscores HARI’s commitment to supporting fleet operators with preventive maintenance services that enhance operational efficiency and promote safer journeys on the road this holy season. Running from March 1 to 31, 2026, the initiative is designed to support public utility,…

MIAS 2026 to Proceed with Focus on Responsible Mobility and Industry Resilience Manila, Philippines — In light of current global and local developments, including rising fuel costs and economic uncertainty, the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) 2026 affirms that the event will proceed as scheduled from April 9 to 12, 2026. As the country navigates a challenging period marked by supply concerns and shifting economic conditions, MIAS recognizes the importance of sensitivity, responsibility, and relevance in how the automotive industry engages with the public. The show has always been more than a celebration of cars—it is a platform that reflects…

Kia Philippines Extends Partnership with Kia Corporation to a Full Decade of Mobility Following a record-breaking 2025, this renewal secures Kia’s continued momentum in the Philippines through 2028 Manila, Philippines, March 26, 2025 – Kia Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, has officially renewed its partnership with Kia Corporation. Leadership from both organizations met in Seoul, South Korea, on March 18 to sign an extension of their distributor agreement alongside dealer principals and bank partners. This renewal secures a full decade of partnership, which is a historic first for the brand in the country, solidifying the mutual trust and incredible momentum…

Chevrolet Philippines Extends“Full Circuit Care” Promo Until April 30, Offering 5 Years ZERO-COST PMS for Spark EUV Activ Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Chevrolet in the Philippines, extends its Full Circuit Care – Worry Free at Zero Cost program, offering five (5) years of free Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS) for customers who purchase a brand-new Chevrolet Spark EUV Activ from authorized Chevrolet dealerships nationwide until April 30, 2026. Under the Full Circuit Care program, qualified customers will receive FREE PMS covering labor and standard maintenance consumables for five (5) years, helping ensure their vehicles remain in…

Manny Pacquiao praised the development of Pacquiao-inspired games on BingoPlus following a landmark partnership with DigiPlus Interactive Corp. Pacquiao, alongside DigiPlus Chairman Eusebio Tanco and top executives, formalized the partnership during a contract signing on Wednesday, March 25, at Shangri-La The Fort. “This partnership with DigiPlus is special because it was created with our countrymen in mind. Whether it is through the games that tell my story, or handling payments with MannyPay, we are showing the world what Filipinos are capable of,” Pacquiao said during the press conference. Among the titles introduced were Pacquiao Fortune, Manny Punch, Pacman’s Bingo Boom,…

Isuzu Philippines Supports PCMC’s New Brain Center to Strengthen Pediatric Neurology Services March 19, 2026, Quezon, City – Reinforcing its commitment to nation-building and community development, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) formally turned over equipment, furniture, and fixtures to the Child Neuroscience Division of the Philippine Children’s Medical Center (PCMC) in support of its expanding pediatric neurology services. The donation will help equip the New Brain Center Building, particularly the Third Floor Left Wing, which houses specialized facilities dedicated to children with neurological, neurosurgical, developmental, and behavioral disorders. By providing key furnishings such as office desks, chairs, file storage units, and…

On the Department of Energy Department Circular No. DC 2026-03-0010 (Interim Introduction of Euro II/2 Petroleum Products) While the Truck Manufacturers Association, Inc. (TMA) acknowledges and supports the initiative of the Department of Energy (DOE) to ensure adequate fuel supply through the interim introduction of Euro II/2 fuels amid current global supply challenges, our association would like to emphasize that the implementation of this interim measure must be undertaken with utmost caution, supported by clear guidelines, proper safeguards, and comprehensive public information. Modern vehicles currently operating in the Philippines, particularly those compliant with Euro IV/4 emissions standards, are engineered with…