Philippine auto sales up 1.7% as commercial vehicles drive growth

The Philippine automotive industry posted a 1.7% increase in sales during the first five months of 2025, according to a joint report by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).

From January to May, total vehicle sales rose to 190,429 units from 187,191 units during the same period last year, driven largely by strong performance in the commercial vehicle (CV) segment.

Data showed that CV sales jumped 10% year-on-year, reaching 151,704 units from 137,944 units. In contrast, passenger car sales dropped by 21.4% to 38,725 units from last year’s 49,247 units.

“We are encouraged by the industry’s sustained growth, especially with commercial vehicles driving overall performance. This reaffirms the significant role of the automotive sector in supporting the country’s economic activities,” said CAMPI President Rommel Gutierrez.

CAMPI expressed optimism that the industry will continue its upward trend, citing strong collaboration between the government and private sector stakeholders.

Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation retained its dominant position with a 48.13% market share, followed by Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation with 19.23%. Nissan Philippines, Inc. took third place with 5.19%, trailed by Suzuki Philippines, Inc. at 4.68% and Ford Group Philippines at 4.49%.