Mobility PH, Makati (2026)

15/08/2026

Snaps from the pre-race ceremony of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup at the Batangas Racing Circuit

15/08/2026

Revving up for the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup at the Batangas Racing Circuit!

14/08/2026

2026 TGR PHILIPPINE CUP HEADS TO BATANGAS RACING CIRCUIT FOR RACE WEEKEND 3

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is bringing the third race weekend of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup to the Batangas Racing Circuit (BRC) in Rosario, Batangas today, Saturday, August 15.
Race Weekend 3 marks the TGR Philippine Cup’s first visit to BRC, the country’s oldest permanent car racetrack.
Fans can expect thrilling wheel-to-wheel action in this technical racetrack where driver skill will be put to the test. Witness the Super Sporting, Sporting and Legacy classes go head-to-head in the Vios one-make racecar (OMR), and the Tamaraw class in the Tamaraw OMR.
The Vios OMRs will continue to use E20 fuel, a 20% bio-ethanol blend, while the Tamaraw OMRs will continue to be powered by B5 fuel, a 5% coco-biodiesel blend. This initiative to use low-carbon biofuels began in the previous race weekend and aims to support national energy security and the development of biofuel supply chains through multi-stakeholder collaboration including the agricultural sector.
“As a new track for our Vios OMRs and Tamaraw OMRs, BRC will be an exciting challenge for our drivers. Our aim at TOYOTA GAZOO Racing has always been to provide opportunities for racers to push the limits for better and to bring racing closer to different car communities. We hope this new racetrack will reignite the passion of our racers and existing fans, and attract the interest of people getting into motorsports,” shared TMP Senior Vice President for Marketing Sherwin Chua-Lim.
“We have received positive feedback from the racers on how biodiesel and bioethanol blend fuels perform on extreme conditions, so we are further studying the feasibility of continuing the use of these low-carbon fuels for our succeeding motorsports events. While we continue to face energy security issues in the country, we hope this initiative will result in improved knowledge on the positive benefits of higher biofuel blends for wider use of motorists,” added TMP First Vice President for Corporate Affairs Josephine Villanueva.
Race Weekend 3 of the 2026 TGR Philippine Cup will also be broadcast live on Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippines’ page.
The Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup is brought to you by Official Tire Partner GT Radial, Official Engine Oils Partner Petron RevX and Petron Blaze Racing, Official Partner Toyota Gazoo Racing Academy and Premier Race Partner Denso. In cooperation with Momo Italy, PIAA, Sparco Philippines, Toyota Financial Services Philippines, Autoplus, Rota, and Varta. This event is also supported by 3M, AVT, QUAD, myToyota Wallet, OMP, Tuason Racing Sports Unlimited, Brakes by AutoPerformance, Genchem, Toyota Tsusho, and Toyota Aisin. Contributing sponsors are Aguila Auto Glass, Kinto One, AutoQuix, HKR Philippine Inc., Technol Eight, and Sun Logistics Technology Inc.
To stay updated with the latest news on TGR Philippines, follow Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippines on Facebook and Instagram and TMP’s official pages—Toyota Motor Philippines on Facebook and Instagram, ToyotaMotorPH on X, and join the Viber community at Toyota PH.
The races are open to the public and admission is FREE.

14/08/2026

LTO summons actor over supercar with ‘fake plates’

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has issued a show cause order against an actor who owns a supercar after the vehicle was found using an allegedly fake license plate on a public road.

The order was issued upon the directive of LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Markus Lacanilao following a verification that showed the plate number displayed on the vehicle had a different alphanumeric combination from its original motor vehicle license plate number.

The LTO did not identify the actor who owns the vehicle.

The registered owner and designated driver were ordered to appear before the LTO Intelligence and Investigation Division (IID) and submit a verified or sworn explanation regarding the alleged violation involving the use of number plates.

They were also directed to explain why their driver’s license should not be suspended or revoked on the ground that they may be considered an “Improper Person to Operate a Motor Vehicle.”

The LTO also imposed a 90-day preventive suspension on the designated driver’s license and ordered its surrender to the IID.

The supercar was placed under alarm status, while the LTO Law Enforcement Service was directed to impound the vehicle.

“Walang VIP sa pagpapatupad ng batas, (There are no VIPs in enforcing the law),” Lacanilao said in a press release on Friday.

He stressed that the agency would hold anyone accountable if found to have violated traffic and vehicle registration rules.

“Walang palakasan, walang palusot, at walang exemption (There is no going around, and no exemption),” he added.

The LTO reminded motorists and registered vehicle owners to ensure that their documents, license plates and vehicle registrations are legitimate and that all required obligations have been fulfilled before using their vehicles on public roads.

The agency said a person’s status, name or the value of their vehicle would not exempt them from the enforcement of regulations. — Rendell Ivan Manuel, INQUIRER.net trainee /mr

14/08/2026

FLOOD REMINDERS: CARS CAN’T SWIM AS WELL AS YOU

By VJ Bacungan

Months of sweltering heat have finally given way to days of strong rain.
While this gives much-needed rest for our air-conditioners (and consequently, our wallets that have been paying sky-high electricity bills), the new weather brings in new challenges. Many of these are visible even without stepping out of our homes, with many so-called flood-control projects being perfectly capable of turning floodwater into unwelcome house guests.
And things don’t get much better when we’re in our cars – it seems almost no place is safe, even the supposedly “top-quality” expressways that continue to hike toll fees, while neither providing an “express” driving experience nor any insulation from epic flooding.
Here are our ways of keeping your ride safe when roads turn into rivers.
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Until a miracle occurs and we suddenly have suitable infrastructure (and politicians), your first course of action is to avoid going out in the rain altogether.
If your home or office has dry and safe parking, make every effort to remain where you are – your safety is absolutely paramount. Many shopping malls likewise offer free use of their multi-storey carparks, so following their social-media pages would give you a heads-up of safe refuge.
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Speaking of social media, you can get instant updates on flooded streets from the likes of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and various local-government units.
The MMDA is particularly helpful because they also notify motorists if a street has gutter-deep flood (which is generally passable to all vehicles) or if it already resembles the wave pool at a water park. But even with these updates, if you aren’t confident in going through a flooded street, don’t force yourself and your car.
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Now, for readers who have no choice but to drive through a flooded road (or those who have already done it before), the cardinal rule of off-road driving applies – nice and steady.
If you are absolutely certain that a flooded road is passable, your goal is not to create spectacular splashes of water (a la World Rally Championship). Drive as slowly as you can while
maintaining around 1,500 to 2,000 RPM so that the water that your car pushes away (also known as a “bow wave”) doesn’t get sucked into your air intake.
Should there be a vehicle ahead of you, let it go first so that you could see if a particular line of travel is safe. Providing a considerable berth also means you won’t end up stuck behind should that vehicle suddenly stall.
Finally, make it a point to drive through the section with the lowest water level so that you could see any obstacles like drains and potholes. But if the water level is the same across the width of the road, driving in the middle gives you a better chance of avoiding the gutter.
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If you drive through flooded roads a lot or if your car has been exposed to floodwater for extended periods, it is critical that you have everything checked.
Components like your transmission and differential have breather holes that could let water in and contaminate the lubricating fluids – prolonged use could turn into a traumatically expensive
replacement down the line. It would be prudent to replace the fluids far earlier than the manufacturer’s suggested interval.
Getting an inspection would also clear out any debris that has collected in various nooks and crannies, such as the radiator, intercooler and air-conditioning condenser. Water could also
dislodge connectors and hoses, along with sending sensitive sensors into the fritz.
One other thing – if you own a battery-electric or hybrid-electric vehicle (EV) with a battery pack located under the floor, you won’t be electrocuting yourself or anyone else should you drive
into a flood because these batteries are very tightly sealed. Indeed, battery EVs have proven more capable of handling floods than regular cars because these have no air intakes.
Nonetheless, an inspection would be helpful to see if anything has come loose. Stay safe and dry, folks!

14/08/2026

Snaps from the Behind The Scenes (BTS) event organized by Chery Auto Philippines (CAP) to provide members of the Chery Car Club a closer look at the people, processes, and standards behind the brand's aftersales operations.

14/08/2026

CHERY CAR CLUB CONNECT OFFERS TIGGO OWNERS AN INSIDE LOOK AT SERVICE EXCELLENCE

Chery Auto Philippines (CAP) gave members of the Chery Car Club a closer look at the people, processes, and standards behind its aftersales operations through its Behind The Scenes (BTS) event.

Led by the brand’s Aftersales team, the initiative aimed to strengthen customer confidence by showing how Chery supports its customers beyond the showroom sales transaction.

Designed to bring customers closer to the aftersales process, the BTS event allowed Chery Car Club members to experience firsthand activities typically handled by the aftersales team.

The program included practical vehicle care sessions, where participants learned how to inspect key areas of their vehicles, identify when professional attention may be needed, and change a spare tire. These activities equipped customers with useful knowledge they can apply during everyday driving while helping them feel more prepared and confident when dealing with basic vehicle concerns on the road.

The experience also gave participants an inside look at the spare parts ordering and release process, including the opportunity to request and personally pick up parts from the Chery Parts Warehouse. As part of the activity, the Chery Parts Warehouse team guided participants through the inspection process before release, where they checked that the correct items and quantities had been prepared and that the components were free from damage.

By experiencing the process firsthand, customers gained a better appreciation of the quality checks conducted before parts are delivered to Chery dealerships and the importance of ensuring that the right components arrive in proper condition.

For the Chery Car Club members who took part, the BTS experience offered a new perspective on the work involved in supporting them after they drive their vehicles out of the dealership. Some of the participating customers shared their experiences:

“I have attended several Chery events, but this one is different. It offers a different perspective on Chery. The behind-the-scenes aspect hits the mark. It speaks not only about the brand itself, but also about the people behind that brand,” Tiggo 7 Pro Hybrid Owner Atty. Jun Isidro said.

“Before, I was worried because others were saying that there were no parts available and that it would take a long time to get parts. But now, I’ve actually seen it myself, and I’m convinced that you’re really there to help us in case we encounter any problems. They’re really very dedicated,” Tiggo rEV Owner William Bacal shared.

For CAP, the BTS event reflects its approach to aftersales service: one that goes beyond repairs and maintenance by building trust through transparency, responsiveness, and customer education.

“Aftersales is an important part of the Chery ownership experience, and we want our customers to see what happens behind the scenes to support them throughout their journey. Through the BTS program, we are giving our customers a better understanding of the processes and people behind our aftersales operations while equipping them with practical knowledge they can use as vehicle owners,” UAAGI Auto Group VP for Aftersales Lito Landicho said.

Chery Auto Philippines’ forward-looking vision is anchored on providing tech-driven and accessible hybrid and electric vehicles, supported by a responsive aftersales network designed to provide Filipino customers with a seamless ownership experience.

This commitment is reinforced by CAP’s comprehensive ownership support, which includes a warranty of up to seven years or 200,000 kilometers, whichever comes first, for its vehicles. Chery’s PHEV model is also covered by an eight-year or 160,000-kilometer high-voltage battery warranty, whichever comes first, along with three years of roadside assistance.

14/08/2026

UAAGI AUTO GROUP ANNOUNCES TRANSITION OF LYNK & CO'S PHILIPPINE DISTRIBUTORSHIP

UAAGI Auto Group officially announces the conclusion of its tenure as the distributor of Lynk & Co in the Philippines, following the expiration of its distributorship on September 1, 2026.
This transition follows the global strategic direction of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., Ltd. (ZGH), the international conglomerate overseeing Lynk & Co and other Geely Auto brands.
ZGH is currently implementing the "One Geely" system which is a global initiative designed to consolidate its diverse brand portfolio into a unified, streamlined operational structure.
In line with this global direction, the distributorship of Lynk & Co in the Philippines will transition from UAAGI Auto Group to Geely Motor Philippines Corp. (GMP), ensuring continued support for customers under the new distributorship.
As part of the planned handover, GMP is targeting September 1, 2026 as the transition date for aftersales operations. Beginning on this date, GMP will oversee the supply of genuine parts and honor all existing vehicle warranties through its Geely dealership network.
Meanwhile, UAAGI Auto Group assures all Lynk & Co owners that their ownership experience will remain a priority throughout the transition. Customer inquiries received by UAAGI will be coordinated and endorsed to the GMP Aftersales team to ensure timely assistance and seamless experience. UAAGI may also assist with the aftersales operations, where necessary, to help ensure uninterrupted support during the handover period.
The Group expresses gratitude to its dealer partners, the media and the motoring public for their support in making Lynk & Co a recognized name in premium mobility. The group remains
dedicated to its mission of providing world-class automotive solutions and dependable service, while strengthening its portfolio of automotive brands, and providing exceptional
ownership experiences to its customers across the Philippines.
Further updates regarding the transition and future brand developments will be shared with the public as they become available. We invite our customers and partners to stay tuned for
more information through our official channels.

12/08/2026

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