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24 January

Asia’s Biggest ACE Store Opens at Baliwag, Bulacan

A new benchmark in home and building retail is set to begin on January 16, 2026, as ACE Builders opens its largest store in Asia at SM City Baliwag. Covering over 6,000 square meters, this newest branch is the most expansive ACE store to date, offering a wide and complete range of construction supplies, home improvement products, and lifestyle essentials—all …

24 January

Denza enters Philippine market

DENZA, the premium new energy vehicle of BYD, formally entered the Philippine automotive market when top international officials from the BYD Asia-Pacific Auto Sales Division conferred the official dealership certificates to its first batch of dealerships during a media briefing at the Denza Makati showroom in Makati City. Denza’s initial dealer partners include: Denza Alabang and Denza Cebu, operated by …

24 January

Experience SUV Pride with Honda ADV160

Honda Philippines, Inc., the No.1 motorcycle manufacturer in the country, unveiled the Honda ADV160, a ride that puts emphasis on the journey, during a media event at the Honda Safety Driving Center in Paranaque City. Carrying the lifestyle-driven concept “The SUV Pride,” the ADV160 comes with more refined and improved features, enhanced technology, and a unique image which made this …

24 January

Ford to replace defective Takata airbags

Ford Philippines is re-issuing a service program urging owners whose vehicles are affected by defective Takata airbags to visit a Ford dealership as soon as possible. “The safety of our customers is absolute priority. That’s why we remain proactive in reminding affected owners to book an appointment with their Ford dealer immediately to ensure a safe and worry-free experience on …

24 January

MIAS 2026: Powering Mobility for the Future

The Manila International Auto Show is back this April 9 to 12, 2026 at the World Trade Center as the country’s premier automotive event will take centerstage once again by bringing together leading automotive brands and placing innovation, performance, and mobility in the spotlight. This was announced by Worldbex Services International, the organizer of MIAS which celebrated its 20th anniversary …

23 January

Mitsubishi lauds government car incentive funding

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation expressed its gratitude to the present administration for “securing funding for the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) Program incentives.” In a brief statement released to the media recently, Mitsubishi stated that this clearly “demonstrates clear commitment to the local automotive industry and reinforces confidence in the sector’s stability and long-term prospects.” “We are grateful to Finance …

23 January

Radar EV pickups boost Bataan mobility efficiency

A total of seven Radar RD6 Econ 73kWh 4WD full electric pickup trucks were turned over Radar EV Pickup team from UAAGI Auto Group to the provincial government of Bataan recently at the 1Bataan Command Center. These pickups will be deployed to support various provincial operations, including emergency response, disaster preparedness, environmental protection, and on-ground public service, reinforcing Bataan’s reputation …

23 January

VinFast delivers 500 more taxi-cars to Xentro Motors

VinFast turned over 500 electric vehicles to Xentro Motors to accelerate the deployment of EV-powered ride-hailing fleet as it continues to strengthen its presence in the Philippine market This milestone is part of VinFast’s broader plan to supply up to 1,000 VF e34 units to support Xentro’s expanding electric ride-hailing operations in Metro Manila. Reinforcing its commitment to advancing clean, …

23 January

Chery posts record-breaking global sales

Chery recorded total global sales for 2025 to a historic 2,806,393 units, the highest in Chery’s history. Chery sold 244,928 vehicles in December 2025 alone. The leading global automotive brand closed out 2025 with record-breaking worldwide sales and reinforced its growing momentum in the Philippine market. The year marked several major milestones for the brand such as: 1,344,020 vehicles exported, …

23 January

No Room for Intimidation—Philippine Sovereignty Stands Firm

The recent back-and-forth arguments between Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela and the Chinese Embassy in Manila is more than a mere disagreement over words because at its core is a challenge to our country’s commitment to transparency in the West Philippine Sea. In truth, the Chinese tirade is an attempt to silence the truth. According to patriotic …

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