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GRIT FOR THE DAILY GRIND: All-new GR Corolla to make debut in the Philippines Retail sales start December 23 December 19, 2025 – Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is set to launch the all-new GR Corolla on December 23 with the start of retail sales. The all-new GR Corolla will be the latest addition to TMP’s Gazoo Racing (GR) Performance vehicle lineup, which includes the GR Supra, GR Yaris, and GR 86. Known for its participation in various motorsports series such as Formula D, 24 Hours of Fuji, and the British Touring Car Championship, the GR Corolla is engineered for performance. Its rally heritage also guarantees enhanced handling for different driving conditions, notably circuit and endurance racing. Designed to bring thrills to everyday drives, the five-seater GR Corolla is a vehicle that adapts to its environment—whether track days or trips in and out…
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) has announced official results from the Department of Energy (DOE) Fuel Eco-Run 2025, conducted last September 24, 2025, The Eco-Run took place on the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX), with a total distance covering around 155 kilometers. HCPI is pleased to share that two (2) hybrid models, the Civic RS e:HEV E-CVT, and the New HR-V RS e:HEV E-CVT, exceeded their previously held records from the UNR-101 Test Results. At the end of the activity, the Civic was able to achieve a fuel mileage of 30.12 km/L, while the HR-V achieved 28.08 km/L. ModelUNR-101 Test ResultDOE…
Isuzu Philippines Unveils Renovated IOS-Compliant Zamboanga Dealership to Serve Expanding Market Zamboanga City –Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), together with dealer partner IZU South Motors Corporation, has officially reopened its Zamboanga City Dealership, now refreshed with a full Isuzu Outlet Standard (IOS)–compliant design. The launch marks another milestone in Isuzu’s “Road to 50” initiative, which aims to expand and modernize the company’s nationwide dealer network in line with the evolving demands of rapidly developing regions. Leading the inauguration were IPC Department Head for Dealer Sales Mario Ojales, IZU South Motors Corporation General Manager Patrick Lee, and Zamboanga City Mayor Khymer Olaso—…
Quezon City, Philippines – JETOUR Auto Philippines has teamed up with Araneta City to elevate the holiday shopping experience through “Dashing Through the Glow,” a festive campaign that gives shoppers the chance to win a brand-new JETOUR T2 Lightning i-DM Plug-in Hybrid Electric (PHEV) SUV. Running from November 7, 2025, to February 1, 2026, the promo is part of Araneta City’s holiday celebrations and reflects JETOUR Auto Philippines’ commitment to innovation, sustainability, and immersive lifestyle experiences for Filipino consumers. For every PHP 1,500 single-receipt purchase made at participating Araneta City malls: Gateway Mall 1 & 2, Ali Mall, and Farmers…
Stories of hardwork and perseverance highlight the Toyota Tamaraw Roadshow at Marilao Coco Martin meets with Marileños for his provincial caravan Coco Martin waves to Marileños as he arrives at Toyota Marilao, Bulacan, Inc. Marilao, Bulacan, December 7, 2025 – Abante Posible Ambassador Coco Martin met with Marileños and Bulakeños at Marilao, Bulacan during the nationwide Tamaraw roadshow organized by Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) and Toyota Marilao, Bulacan, Inc. (TMR). Marilao is Coco’s third provincial stop after Cagayan De Oro and Tacloban, where customers have been sharing their stories of Abante Posible with the Next Generation Toyota Tamaraw. Coco Martin’s…
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is showcasing its highly anticipated Next Level Mobility tour in Silang, Cavite this month. Caviteños and those out shopping for the holidays with family and friends may experience the advanced hybrid technology and safety features of Honda’s latest vehicle lineup at Acienda Designer Outlet on December 10-14, 2025. See the difference with Honda’s latest technology as HCPI exhibits the New HR-V 1.5 RS e:HEV E-CVT and BR-V 1.5 VX CVT Honda SENSING at this location: VENUEDATEAcienda Designer Outlet Mall in Silang, Cavite (Honda display is in front of the Nike store)December 10-14, 2025 Customers visiting…
Superstore, Now Supercharged:ACMobility and Landers Partner to Launch First EV Charging Hub in Vermosa The Vermosa site marks the first of eleven Landers hubs planned under the multi-year partnership, advancing ACMobility’s 700-charge point roadmap December 9, 2025 – Imus, Cavite: ACMobility, Ayala Corporation’s mobility arm and leader of electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions and infrastructure in the Philippines, together with Landers Superstore, has successfully launched the first electric vehicle (EV) charging hub at Landers Vermosa Estate in Imus, Cavite. The Vermosa site is the first of 11 Landers charging hubs to be developed under a multi-year partnership, reinforcing ACMobility’s push…
Early in November 2025, the Philippines was struck by a powerful typhoon, Typhoon Tino. The area of Cebu was greatly affected, along with the 11 municipalities having its water supply interrupted because of the strong rains and heavy winds. A week after the calamity, 0% of water supply had been restored. As such, Honda Foundation, Inc. (HFI) made the decision to donate boxes of bottled water to the local community. On November 21, 2025, associates from the Cebu office of Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) representing HFI visited affected families in Barangay Cotcot, Liloan, Cebu where 35 individuals unfortunately passed away…
CAMPI Celebrates 30 Years of Industry Leadership with the launch of its Anniversary Coffee Table Book November 28, 2025 – The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) marked a major milestone today as it officially launched its 30th Anniversary Coffee Table Book, a commemorative publication honoring three decades of unity, innovation, and nation-building within the Philippine automotive industry. The launch event was led by CAMPI Chairman Hon. Jose Chavez Alvarez and CAMPI President Atty. Rommel R. Gutierrez, together with members of the CAMPI Board of Trustees, Executive Committee, and distinguished industry partners. The Coffee Table Book serves…
Petron Introduces New Sprint Scooter Oil —“Subok Sa Bawat Ride” Petron Corporation, the country’s leading oil company and a trusted name among Filipino motorists, proudly introduces Petron Sprint Scooter Oil, the newest product in its motorcycle engine oil line. Designed specifically for scooter engines, it delivers reliable performance and protection that Filipino riders can count on every day. Petron Knows You Across the Philippines, more and more riders are taking to the road on scooters. They are easier to maneuver, making them ideal and practical for navigating traffic or traveling long distances. For millions of Filipinos, owning a scooter is…
