There were 26 product launches and unveilings at the event
Kudos to the organizers
The dust has settled, the Salonpas has been applied, and another Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) was successfully held at the World Trade Center. It was colder, more comfortable, roomier, brighter, and certainly happier than the previous motor show this year. Whoever
The Japanese brand looks to the future
At the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), Honda Cars Philippines reaffirmed its commitment and goal of delivering the best hybrid vehicles in the market right now. The new Honda logo was also shown for the first time. Resembling two outstretched hands,
Will you be visiting the show this weekend?
The 10th Philippine International Motor Show officially opened on June 4, 2026, at the World Trade Center Metro Manila. This year, 17 car brands are participating with around 150 vehicles between them. Yesterday saw a slew of previews, launches, and even a
by Billy Caluag
Kia’s local EV lineup is shaping up well
Apart from Kia's display of the Carnival Hybrid, EV5, EV9, Sonet, and Sorento Hybrid at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), the Korean carmaker has also announced the upcoming launch of the PV5 electric van and the EV3 electric crossover.
by Lije Martin
Wielding 302hp and 450Nm with advanced AWD tech
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is finally here. Previewed at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), the Outlander is the Japanese automaker throwing its hat in the ring, or rather, the sea of electrified SUVs in the country.The Outlander looks like
by Lije Martin
And we don’t mean e-Power
Nissan Philippines has revitalized two classic nameplates at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show. On the left side of its stage stands the all-new Primera midsize sedan, while an entirely different Navara pickup can be found on the other end.The
Early bird reservations can enjoy a discount off the to-be-revealed final price
True to its social media teaser last month, Jaecoo has brought out the J5 EV for preview at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show. This is the EV counterpart to the currently available hybrid known as the J5 SHS-H.While we
by Angelo Nieto
It joins the brand’s hefty new lineup
After unveiling the all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power in Thailand during the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show, the series hybrid finally makes its way to the Philippines for a preview. It inches closer to being available for consumers, along with the
by Lije Martin
Are you a fan of the makeover?
MG Philippines has taken the cover off the MG 4 Urban at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show, and it's quite the interesting launch. In the days leading up to the show, we were confused about why this new BEV had
by Angelo Nieto
The second hybrid from Subaru Philippines
Subaru has entered its first Philippine International Motor Show, debuting the all-new Crosstrek e-Boxer to the local market. The hybrid Crosstrek launches as the second electrified offering in the brand's local lineup.It will serve as a smaller sibling
by Billy Caluag
The higher-spec Max variant will be priced at P1.038-M
Geely is really teasing us with its fully electric hatchback. The EX2 first made its local appearance at the World Trade Center during the 2026 Manila International Auto Show, and here it is again at the same venue for the 2026 Philippine
by Lije Martin
A pair of PHEVs are reinforcing MG’s lineup
MG Philippines has unveiled a pair of PHEVs at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show: the RX9 and the HS PHEV. The latter is familar to us; we've already seen it previewed at PIMS 2024 (not to mention the currently available
by Angelo Nieto
It’s one “Q-ute” hatchback
The all-new Chery QEV has officially been launched at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS). The fully electric compact hatchback debuts with a sticker price of P1,120,000.Dubbed the 'smart EV cruiser,' the QEV features a 42.7kWh
by Lije Martin
It’s not a hybrid, but...we’ll take it
If there was one model that we know for a fact people have been waiting for from Mitsubishi, it would have to be the Mitsubishi XForce HEV. We've seen it in other markets, and the reception from our readers has made
Nissan Philippines has finally launched the X-Trail
After years of speculation, Nissan Philippines has finally brought back the X-Trail. The crossover made its formal return at the 10th Philippine International Motor Show, debuting with a hybrid e-Power system and a P2.29 million price tag.That single
by Billy Caluag
Its twin from Toyota was launched earlier this year
The Suzuki e-Vitara has launched here at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show as the Japanese brand's first all-electric option in its lineup. The EV complements Suzuki's mild-hybrid offerings, and also shares its platform with the Toyota
by Angelo Nieto
At long last, Toyota’s quirky retro SUV has landed
Finally. We can all breathe a sigh of relief, as Toyota Motor Philippines has finally launched one of the new models that shook the automotive world last year: the all-new Toyota Land Cruiser FJ.It's one of three new models
It’ll be sold alongside the diesel-powered Hiluxes
If there's one launch from Toyota in recent memory that really raised eyebrows, it's the all-new Hilux. Not because of its fully electric powertrain, but because of its questionable design.Whether we like it or not doesn't matter
Toyota’s famed SUV has now received the hybrid treatment
For years, the Toyota Land Cruiser has maintained a foothold in the local automotive industry. Across many different iterations, it has remained as one of the go-to options for buyers with significant purchasing power who are looking for more plush rides.
It features new interior goodies as well
The facelifted Isuzu D-Max has been unveiled at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show. The Japanese manufacturer has given the pickup a sharper exterior and some interior features for added comfort.The new D-Max features a more angular design for
by Lije Martin
