With some hefty cash discounts, too
by Lije Martin
You name it, the PV5 can probably do it
As we wait for the Kia PV5 to hit our shores, the Korean carmaker has been gradually showing off just how versatile its fully electric van can be. At the 2026 Busan International Motor Show, three additional variants were unveiled; moreover, a
by Billy Caluag
ANCAP thoroughly tested the PV5’s collision-avoidance features
Kia confirmed last month at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show that the fully electric PV5 commercial van is coming to the local market in the near future. It's actually already landed in other nearby markets like Australia, and the folks
by Angelo Nieto
A sign of the times for the industry
Foton Philippines has made big changes to its A. Bonifacio showroom and dealership-the Balintawak location now exclusively deals in the brand's commercial EVs, and has been retooled with the proper facilities for servicing them.Despite the humble 300sqm showroom space,
by Angelo Nieto
It will be built using the Isuzu Elf EV platform
Toyota and Isuzu are teaming up with their eyes set on electrifying commercial vehicles. But not just any electrification, as the two Japanese automotive manufacturers are collaborating to develop a light-duty fuel-cell electric truck-the first to be mass-produced
by Lije Martin
As always, it depends
I'm sure you guys have seen that viral video of an MMDA traffic enforcer and a Toyota Tamaraw owner going at it, and I'm sure (like us) you asked yourself: Do all privately owned pickups-or at least Tamaraws-actually
Claimed range is up to 250km
A new player is about to enter the hotly contested light commercial vehicle game in Europe. This is the BYD E-Vali van-a rival for movers like the Ford E-Transit.Because of course, the E-Vali is powered by electricity.
by Greg Potts
The two are not available for sale locally, though...or at least not yet
Think utilitarian Suzuki vehicles and the Carry would probably be the first thing that comes to mind, but at the recent Philippine Commercial Vehicle Show, the Japanese carmaker showed off two other interesting models geared toward fleet and business use.The first
Will there be a passenger version too?
We're starting to see more commercial vehicles exploring the pure electric option. From kei vans to six-wheelers, several automakers have swapped out engines and put in batteries for their workhorses.One of those manufacturers is Hyundai. It already has an
It wants to be fully electrified by 2040
The EV revolution marches on as the Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower) recently launched its EV fleet transformation program in Quezon City. The event is part of AboitizPower's support for Republic Act 11697, or the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA),
by Dinzo Tabamo
Up to P2 million depending on the size of the truck
Recent fatal road incidents involving trucks have prompted a lawmaker to file a House bill that seeks to give motorists and pedestrians a higher third-party liability insurance claim amount should they figure in an accident with a commercial vehicle.Representative Wilbert
We know a lot of you are thinking of customizing this
The Toyota Lite Ace, the go-to barkada van of the '90s, makes a comeback to the local market with a slight tweak to its name (it's now spelled Lite Ace instead of Lite Ace) and without any rear seats in
Should this be sold in PH?
Downsizing doesn't just have to be for private motorists, you know. There are plenty of small businesses out there that needn't rely on anything bigger than a kei car for their transportation needs.With this in mind, something like the
by Drei Laurel
Interested?
Hino is beefing up its Philippine lineup with the introduction of the all-new 200 Series. With this, the brand is offering local businesses another entry-level commercial transport to consider.The 2023 Hino 200 Series is available in two forms: The
by Drei Laurel
Time for a history lesson
From the beefy D-Max pickup to their best-selling model, the Elf (known as N-Series and Q-Series outside Japan), Isuzu Motors has come up with commercial vehicles that are now household names. Their vehicles are known for their fuel
Working his magic, as usual
Pretty much any model can be a passenger car. Frankly, all you really need is somewhere to put a person, a working engine, and a driver's seat, right?Coming up with something serviceable, though, is another matter. If you're looking
by Drei Laurel
Is this viable in our setting?
Electric-powered passenger cars are nice and all-but an equally-important barometer for how far the EV industry has come is the commercial segment.We aren't necessarily talking long-haul 12-wheelers here, either. The light commercial vehicle segment is
by Drei Laurel
Anyone in need of a workhorse?
You may be forgiven for forgetting about Tata. The brand has been quietly chugging away in the background, selling steadily, but never in the same numbers as some of its contemporary Chinese or Japanese competitors. But in the post-pandemic boom, the
by Niky Tamayo
Considering the Lite Ace?
With the way the economy is going, these are some very uncertain times for local businesses. But if you think the big corporations have it rough, just imagine what smaller players are going through.If you're the owner of a micro,
by Drei Laurel
The first section is expected to open within the year
NLEX Corporation shared back in May that the NLEX Connector is already at 70% completion. Now, just over a month since, the project is now 80% complete.The company recently shared drone footage of the ongoing construction, and it shows that a
33-tonners, 12-wheelers to be restricted access
The truck situation along the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) is currently a bit complicated. After conducting several repairs along the southbound portion of the Candaba Viaduct throughout the year, NLEX Corporation eventually decided to ban all heavy commercial vehicles from passing the
