New-Generation Cars Debut at 2nd PIMS

AFTER the rain of confetti had settled and the smoke had cleared, the motoring public was treated to a slew of new auto models that made their Philippine debut at the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) ongoing at the World Trade Center in Pasay City until August 24.

On opening day last Aug. 21, President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo walked the main exhibit hall accompanied by the country chief executives of the 15 participating global auto brands, inspecting first-hand the fresh car models soon to hit Manila’s streets, and a number of concept vehicles straight from the future.

This year’s motor show featured some of the glitziest vehicle unveilings as member companies of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) pulled all the stops in elaborate presentations to launch their latest offerings. Read more

Automakers Cite OFWs as Key Factor in Growth

The country’s automotive industry has exhibited a steady growth through the years despite the global economic crunch – thanks in part to the inflow of dollars from overseas Filipino workers (OFWs).

“OFW remittances and the growing entrepreneurship trend are key factors that sustain vehicle sales,” said Elizabeth Lee, president of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI). Read more

Philippines Eyes Becoming Region’s Auto Hub

The Philippine automotive industry is anticipating an expansion driven by economic integration in Southeast Asia that will allow it to become the regional production hub of certain vehicle models, an industry official said.

Elizabeth Lee, president of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, said the world has taken notice of assemblers in the region because of their worldwide production strategies. Read more

PGMA Keynotes 2nd Philippine International Motor Show

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo keynoted the opening of the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) last August 21.  The biggest car show in the country will run until the 24th at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

The 2nd PIMS is not just a motor show but a showcase of the local auto industry’s strength, agility and economic might with 15 of the global auto brands participating with the support of their parent firms that recognize the Philippines’ growing significance as a viable auto market in the region.

Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) President Elizabeth Lee said the show is a testament to investors’ faith and confidence in the Philippines. Read more

Government Prods Automakers to Bring in Hybrids

President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo yesterday ushered in a new era in Philippine transportation by calling on local car manufacturers to begin introducing vehicles that run on alternative fuels, a move that will reduce the country’s dependence on foreign oil.

Speaking to members of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) during the opening of the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, Mrs. Arroyo told the chief executives of the 15 participating auto brands to hasten the introduction of fuel-efficient hybrid vehicles that run partly on battery power.

“We await the arrival of hybrid vehicles,” she said. “This is part of our Green Philippines Program and having vehicles that run on renewal energy is a big help.” Read more

6-Year-old Motor Vehicle Development Program Up for Overhaul

The six-year-old Motor Vehicle Development Program (MVDP), the comprehensive development roadmap for local motor vehicle industry, is due for overhaul to make it a dynamic program and to address new issues affecting its competitiveness.

The inevitable review of the MVDP or Executive Order 156, which was signed by President Gloria Arroyo in December 2002, was also triggered by the industry players’ desire to assess their own industry.

Already, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) has commissioned Deloitte, an international consulting firm, to undertake an industry review. Read more

More Info on the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show Released

Following an official press conference held recently at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) officially released the Fact Sheet for the forthcoming 2nd Philippine International Motor Show.

The Event

The 2nd Philippine International Motor Show slated on August 21 to 24, 2008 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, Pasay City comes on the heels of last year’s successful motor show event that showcased the newest breed of passenger cars, SUVs, and commercial vehicles from local auto manufacturers and distributors. Read more

CAMPI: Auto Sales up 14.2% Despite High Oil Prices

Auto sales went up by 14.2 percent to 73,290 units in the first seven months of the year despite the unabated increase in oil prices, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) said in a joint report.

CAMPI president Elizabeth H. Lee said the automotive industry remains confident that they will reach their sales target of 125,500 units for this year. Read more

Philippine International Motor Show Turns Spotlight on Cleaner, Safer Cars

Helping the motoring public grapple with soaring fuel prices, local auto makers have taken the lead by offering wider choices of safe and fuel-efficient vehicles at the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) this August.

The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), an organization of local carmakers and distributors, is staging the country’s “ultimate motoring event” at the World Trade Center Metro Manila on August 21 to 24. Read more

CAMPI: Car Sales Up but Buyers Focus on Fuel Efficiency

The automotive industry sold 61,654 cars and trucks in the first half of the year, up 13.6 percent from the same period last year, even as buyers shifted to fuel-efficient vehicles amid escalating petroleum prices.

“The overall Philippine automotive industry… remains relatively strong and stable,” said Elizabeth Lee, president of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. Read more

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