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Via Durini unveiled its inaugural collection of Italian-inspired furniture on Thursday, February 5, marking the official launch of the brand to its discerning clientele at its Makati showroom. Showcasing signature craftsmanship and attention to detail, Via Durini positions itself as a provider of refined furniture and modular systems designed for thoughtful living and timeless appeal. The brand has been operating …

Ideal Vision Center, a respected name in the optical industry, recently marked its 40th anniversary with a thanksgiving celebration, honoring four decades of quality eye care and meaningful relationships with clients, partners, ambassadors, doctors and team members. The event highlighted the company’s journey since its founding and its growing commitment to caring for essential senses, beginning with vision and extending …

Manila, Philippines – February 3, 2026 — The Vikings Group proudly introduces NYX, its most refined dining concept to date—an elevated buffet experience that combines the freedom of exploration with the indulgence of unlimited plated dining. Guests are invited to move through a curated buffet line, then enjoy select dishes served hot and plated at their table, bringing the intimacy …

Harley-Davidson, in partnership with MotoGP, announced a series of key milestones for the inaugural season of the Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup, as the provisional grid expands, the official weekend schedule format is confirmed, and ticket packages go on sale for all six rounds of the 2026 championship. Harley-Davidson has confirmed agreements with Niti Racing (Indonesia), who join previously announced teams …

UAAGI Auto Group has officially inaugurated recently the UAAGI Center for Technical Excellence in Valenzuela, Quezon City, a move that solidifies its 20-year legacy of expertise and commitment to reliable aftersales service in the Philippine automotive industry. This centralizes service standards for all six UAAGI brands —  Baic, Chery, Foton, Jetour, Lynk & Co, Radar and marks a strategic milestone …

Omoda & Jaecoo Motor Philippines Inc. shifted its nationwide expansion into high gear with the strategic appointment of four additional dealership hubs in Manila Bay, Fairview, Dasmariñas, and Batangas to bring its rapidly growing network to a formidable 20-strong dealer lineup. This aggressive footprint expansion signals OJMPI’s intent to dominate the local premium SUV and crossover segments by securing a …

GAC International Philippines, Inc. announced recently the further strengthening of its direct local operations in the Philippine market, reflecting the company’s long-term commitment to investing in products, distribution networks, customer service, and operational capabilities, and marks an important step in advancing the One GAC strategy in the Philippines. The Philippines is an increasingly important market for GAC Group in Southeast …

Ford Philippines, in partnership with Fairlane Automotive Ventures, Inc., inaugurated its Ford Iloilo in a new location with a bigger showroom and more service bays to better serve its growing customer base.  The newly relocated Ford Iloilo, located along Benigno Aquino Jr. avenue, Cabugao Sur, Santa Barbara, Iloilo,  spans over 5,000 sqms of total lot area and over 6,000 sqms …

Hino Motors Philippines continues to support small businesses nationwide with reliable transport solutions that enable growth in time-critical industries such as fresh produce distribution.  Among its valued partners is Jeremiah 2911 Corporation, a 16-year supplier of fruits and vegetables across Luzon, which continues to expand its reach with the support of Hino. Founded on faith, resilience, and community partnership, the …

Grab pioneers a new frontier in digital marketing with the start of its Driver AI Ambassador Program in the Philippines that reimagines traditional brand ambassador models by utilizing Artificial Intelligence to scale and iterate content featuring real driver-partners. By integrating AI as a force multiplier, Grab amplifies authentic driver-partner narratives and brand stories with unprecedented efficiency, allowing the platform to …