MANILA, PHILIPPINES — The Automobile Association Philippines (AAP) has wrapped up the second round of the AAP E-Motorsports Endurance Challenge at Korsa Pitstop Cafe, bringing together top sim racers, digital creators, motorsport media, and female racing talents for a day of close virtual competition. The event highlighted the growing local sim racing scene, with participants putting their speed, strategy, and endurance to the test across multiple challenges. PHOTO BY: AAP Motorsport / Dominado E- Motorsports Round 2 Champions & Winners Round 2 featured intense competition across several categories, testing both race pace and the ability to stay consistent throughout the…
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MANILA, September 9, 2026 – As the world marks World EV Day, Kia Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, is highlighting its growing range of electric vehicles designed around the needs of modern Filipino drivers. Led by the Kia EV5 and EV9, the lineup brings together everyday practicality, advanced technology, and flexible space for different kinds of journeys. With support from ACMobility’s expanding EV charging network, Kia is also making it easier for drivers to see how electric mobility can fit into everyday life. “World EV Day is a reminder that sustainable driving is rapidly transforming into the standard for modern…
MANILA, Philippines, 14 September 2026 – Ford Motor Company has appointed Tim Wels as Managing Director of Ford Philippines, effective November 1, 2026. Wels currently serves as General Manager for Marketing and Strategy at Ford Australia. He will relocate to Manila for his new role, succeeding Pedro Simoes, who will return to the Middle East for his next assignment. Wels will report directly to Andrew Birkic, Vice President, Sales and Service, Ford International Markets Group (IMG). As Managing Director, Wels will lead Ford’s operations in the Philippines, with a focus on sustaining the company’s growth, strengthening the ownership and aftersales…
September 8, 2026 – Since its introduction in 2024, the Next Generation Toyota Tamaraw has continued to demonstrate what it means to be a versatile vehicle for businesses and individuals. Designed with a highly configurable platform, the Tamaraw can be customized to suit different needs from transporting passengers and cargo to supporting refrigerated logistics and even serving as a mobile business space. With Toyota’s proven QDR (Quality, Durability, and Reliability) and trusted aftersales service backing it, the Tamaraw is built to take on the demands of everyday business operations while giving owners the flexibility to shape the vehicle around their…
MANILA, Philippines, 1 September 2026 – The Hyundai SANTA FE Calligraphy Hybrid was recognized as the Best Family-Friendly Car at the fifth annual Modern Parenting Parent’s Choice Awards, held on August 29, 2026 at the Hilton Manila Ballroom in Newport World Resorts. The annual awards celebrate products and brands that make everyday life better for modern families, with winners chosen based on how well they respond to the changing needs of Filipino households. The SANTA FE Hybrid took the top spot for Best Family Car under the Must-Have’s category. Built with modern families in mind, the Hyundai SANTA FE Hybrid…
I’m writing this from inside Sajik Indoor Gymnasium, somewhere between timeouts at the VCT Pacific Finals. The lights have gone up slightly, the crowd is catching its breath, and everyone around me is either checking their phones, talking about the last round, or waiting for the screens to come alive again. Then the game resumes, and so does the noise. At an esports final, the energy has a pulse: a few seconds of total concentration, one impossible play, then thousands of people erupting at once. For the VCT Pacific Finals, Sajik was packed the whole weekend with fans who came…
MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Step inside the sunlit expanse of the Crystal Pavilion at Okada Manila, and the immediate sensation is a rush of pure, unadulterated energy. The air hums with the excited chatter of thousands of attendees, and the crisp sound of collectors checking die-cast packages. To a casual onlooker, it might look like a festival of miniature cars. But look closer at the crowd gathered for the Philippines Hot Wheels Collectors Convention (PHHWCC) 2026, and a much deeper story unfolds. Here, standard generational divides simply do not exist. On the same convention floor, an adult collector who grew up…
Inside Day 1 of the VCT Pacific Finals, where competition, gaming culture, and a little Philippine energy came together at Sajik Indoor Gymnasium. This is VCT Pacific Finals Busan, and while VALORANT is the reason everyone is here, spending a day inside the arena makes something else immediately clear: Esports has grown far beyond simply watching people play video games. It has become a culture of its own. From September 4 to 6, Busan becomes the final stop of the 2026 VCT Pacific season, bringing some of the region’s best teams to Sajik Indoor Gymnasium before everything culminates in the…
MANILA, Philippines — Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) brought the 2026 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) Philippine Cup to the Batangas Racing Circuit (BRC) on August 15 for Race Weekend 3 at the Batangas Racing Circuit (BRC). The event made history as the premier series’ debut at BRC in its 13-year run. Expanding to a new track aligns with TGR’s mantra of “pushing the limits for better.” The expansion brings the championship to challenging new territory, putting both drivers and cars through the ultimate test. TMP doubled down on its sustainable motorsports mission during Race Weekend 3, running the event as a…
The new program enhances after-sales support for Tamaraw, Lite Ace and eligible Takata campaign customers starting August 2026.August 24, 2026 – Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is strengthening its after-sales support through a new partnership with the Automobile Association Philippines (AAP), providing eligible Toyota owners with free 24/7 Emergency Roadside Assistance (ERS) beginning August 2026. The partnership highlights Toyota’s commitment to customer safety, peace of mind, and reliable mobility beyond the vehicle purchase by giving eligible motorists access to nationwide roadside assistance supported by AAP, one of the country’s trusted motoring organizations. The program will be available to new Toyota Tamaraw…