VinFast adds two luxury models as it reorganizes EV lineup
Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) maker VinFast has reorganized its vehicle lineup into three brand groups and added two ultra-luxury models, the Lac Hong 800S and Lac Hong 900S, as it…
VinFast offers free EV charging in PH until 2029
Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) brand VinFast will provide free charging for electric vehicle (EV) owners in the Philippines, India, and Indonesia through March 31, 2029, as it pushes adoption of…
82% of Filipinos consider EVs for environmental reasons, study finds
Filipinos show the strongest environmental motivation in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region when considering electric and other new-energy vehicles, according to a study by global automotive distributor Inchcape plc. The study…
VinFast opens 30th Philippine dealership in Caloocan
Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast has opened its 30th dealership in the Philippines, expanding its retail and service network in the country. The new dealership, VinFast Caloocan, was launched in…
inDrive, PNP team up on road safety initiatives
Ride-hailing platform inDrive and the Philippine National Police Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) have launched a partnership to improve road safety and strengthen anti-carnapping efforts for transport network vehicle service (TNVS)…
VinFast begins electric scooter expansion in Southeast Asia
VinFast announced a global expansion plan for its electric scooter business, naming the Philippines, Indonesia, India, Thailand, and Malaysia as its first key markets. The move is part of the…
VinFast updates battery subscription to reduce EV upfront costs
Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) maker VinFast has revised its battery subscription policy in the Philippines, offering buyers a lower upfront cost option for owning an EV. The updated policy allows…
VinFast expands EV presence in the Philippines during first full year
VinFast marked its first full year in the Philippines in 2025 with multiple initiatives to make electric vehicle (EV) ownership easier for consumers. The company focused on expanding dealerships, aftersales…
VinFast expands EV charging network ahead of holiday traffic surge
VinFast, a Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, is expanding its electric vehicle charging network in the Philippines as heavy holiday traffic adds pressure on drivers across Metro Manila and other…
Toyota Motor Philippines adds hybrid and electric models under multi-pathway strategy
Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. (TMP), a multinational automotive company, has added two electrified vehicles to its local lineup as part of its multi-pathway strategy toward lower carbon emissions. The company…
Globe, AC Mobility plan hybrid EV fleet deployment
Telecommunications company Globe signed a partnership with AC Mobility, an automotive distributor and subsidiary of Ayala Corp., to deploy 20 hybrid electric vehicles for its field sales service fleet by…
VinFast awards ₱5.1M in Philippine EV design voting contest
Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast has awarded 303 prizes totaling ₱5.1 million to participants in its Philippine design voting contest, “PiliPinas: Your Vote, Your Design for the Future Filipino Drive.”…
inDrive to update app next year following 8x growth in rides
Ride-hailing company inDrive plans to update its app next year with new safety and support features as it continues to grow its operations in the Philippines. The company added several…
GAC unveils new EV lineup at Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit 2025
GAC introduced three new electric vehicle (EV) models at the 13th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS): the AION V, HYPTEC HT, and AION UT. The company also showcased its hybrid…
Green GSM, Xentro Motors sign deal for 2,000 VinFast EVs
Green GSM, the all-electric ride-hailing brand under the GSM ecosystem, has signed a memorandum of understanding with AMRC Renewable Corp./Xentro Motors, a subsidiary of the Philippine-based Xentro Group of Companies,…
VinFast VF 5 offers compact EV option for first-time Filipino buyers
The VinFast VF 5, a compact electric crossover, is positioning itself as a practical choice for Filipinos considering their first electric vehicle (EV). Part of VinFast’s expanding global lineup, the…
Toyota tops Port of Batangas revenue in first half of 2025
Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. (TMP) has been named the top customs revenue contributor to the Bureau of Customs (BOC) Port of Batangas for the first half of 2025, with ₱24.09…
VinFast introduces VF 6 electric SUV in the Philippines
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast has launched the VF 6 in the Philippines, aiming to offer Filipino families a compact and practical option for electric mobility. The VF 6, available…
VinFast VF 7 signals shift toward fashion-forward electric SUVs
The VinFast VF 7, a fully electric C-segment SUV, reflects the growing shift from about clean energy to statements of personal style in automotive design, where aesthetics and identity matter…
Green GSM wins green leadership award at AREA 2025
Green GSM, Southeast Asia’s first all-electric ride-hailing platform, was honored with the Green Leadership award at the Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards (AREA) 2025, held in Bangkok. Developed by Vietnam’s Green…
Grab rolls out all-electric taxi fleet in Metro Manila
Ride-hailing app Grab Philippines has launched GrabTaxi Electric, an all-electric taxi service now available in parts of Metro Manila. The fleet is recognized by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory…
Xiaomi unveils YU7 electric SUV
Xiaomi has officially launched the YU7, its first electric SUV and second vehicle under its electric vehicle (EV) brand. The Xiaomi YU7 is built from scratch and is not simply…
MPT Mobility shares Holy Week travel tips to avoid stress and stay safe
Many Filipinos are preparing for one of the longest weekends of the year because of the Holy Week. Whether heading to the beach, visiting family in the provinces, or joining…
Okada Manila installs EV charger in Entertainment City
Integrated resort Okada Manila has installed an electric vehicle (EV) charging station at its property, marking the first of its kind in Entertainment City. This move supports the resort’s goal…
ACMobility acquires 917Ventures’ EV charging startup Evro
ACMobility, a mobility solutions provider, has acquired Evro, an electric vehicle (EV) charging network developed by Globe’s 917Ventures. Evro offers a brand-neutral platform aimed at simplifying EV charging for Filipino…
Tesla enters Philippine market with opening of new store
Multinational automotive company Tesla has officially entered the Philippine market, opening its first Tesla Experience Centre at Uptown Parade, Manila, and debuting its Model Y and Model 3 electric vehicles.…
Gartner forecasts 85 million electric vehicles in use globally by 2025
Gartner Inc., a research and consulting firm, has forecast that 85 million electric vehicles (EVs), including cars, buses, vans, and trucks, will be on the road globally by the end…
MPT Mobility partners with LausGroup to offer roadside assistance
MPT Mobility, a mobility solutions company, teams up with LausGroup of Companies, a multi-brand automotive network, to launch LausGroup CARES (Customer Assistance for Roadside Emergency Services). LausGroup CARES is a…
Toyota Motor Philippines launches enhanced 2024 Corolla Cross HEV
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has unveiled the upgraded iteration of the Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), the Toyota Corolla Cross, which was introduced in 2020. “The Corolla Cross, the first strong…
MPTC launches 2024 Happy Holideals promo
Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC), a mobility infrastructure and solutions provider, launched the 2024 Happy Holideals promo to encourage motorists to use their RFID more. Motorists stand a chance to…
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