I was able to “overrule” my husband, Lester, when Foton Motor Philippines (FMP) lent us the Foton Tunland V7 for a weeklong test drive in April 2025. I reasoned that it was time to show that women (like me) can drive large full-size pickup trucks around our crowded metropolis just as easily as men. I had a great deal of fun ...
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MOVE IT Motorcycle Taxi Platform Sets New Industry Standards with Driver-Led, Tech-Driven Safety Initiatives
MOVE IT is revolutionizing the motorcycle taxi industry by implementing a comprehensive safety program grounded in driver leadership and cutting-edge technology. This initiative combines professionalized rider training with real-time safety technologies at scale, setting a new benchmark for passenger protection and operational excellence. The company proudly reports an almost impeccable incident-free completion rate of 99.999% across thousands of daily rides. ...
Read More »Kia Named Official Mobility Partner of Atletang Ayala World Pole Vault Challenge
Kia Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, served as the official mobility partner of the first-ever Atletang Ayala World Pole Vault Challenge at the Ayala Triangle Gardens, bringing together Olympic standout EJ Obiena and top international pole vaulters for two days of elite competition. The event featured the National Pole Vault Competition, a public Meet & Greet, and the World Pole ...
Read More »Every Life Matters: Honoring the Victims and Urging a Safer Tomorrow
Each year, millions of families around the world are forever changed by the devastating impact of road traffic accidents. Behind every number is a story: parents who lost their children, children who lost their parents, friends who lost loved ones in an instant. Since the first recorded road death, over 50 million lives have been claimed, and hundreds of millions ...
Read More »Isuzu Continues to Lead the Truck Market with 10% Year-on-Year Growth Across All Segments
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) has reported impressive growth across all truck categories (III to V) from January to August 2025, compared to the same period last year. This positive trend is supported by data from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), and the Truck Manufacturers Association, Inc. (TMA). Maintaining its position as the market leader, IPC ...
Read More »Driving Healthcare Forward: Mober’s Eco-Friendly Tricycles Bring Medical Services Closer to Laguna’s Communities
Mober, a leading innovator in green logistics services in the Philippines, has taken a significant step toward improving healthcare access in Laguna through a strategic partnership with the Provincial Government, led by Governor Sol Aragones. This collaboration inaugurates the use of two state-of-the-art electric three-wheeled tricycles, marking a new era of sustainable mobile healthcare solutions in the region. The initiative ...
Read More »Empowering Healthcare Heroes: Toyota and PGH Launch Safe Shuttle Service to Support Manila’s Medical Workforce
The Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF), Toyota Motor Philippines Foundation (TMP Foundation), and the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) proudly announce the launch of the Shuttle Service component of the groundbreaking Healthcare Mobility for All (“HEAL”) Program. This innovative initiative aims to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient transportation for PGH healthcare professionals—especially during late-night and early-morning shifts when commuting options are ...
Read More »Grab, Zamboanga LGU, TODAs Boost Trike Program Through Grab Asenso
Grab marked the first year of GrabTrike in Zamboanga by expanding its flagship public-private initiative “Grab Asenso: A Digital Diskarte Program” in the city, underscoring the role of digital tools and upskilling in modernizing one of the city’s traditional transport sectors. The initiative, supported by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and partner local government units, aims to ...
Read More »CIFOS Shutter Session Returns with Exciting Motorcycle Photography Contest!
Following the phenomenal success of its inaugural CIFOS Shutter Session last August 23, the Clark International Festival of Speed (CIFOS) is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated second edition: a special MORAC Access Day on October 4 at Clark International Speedway. This exclusive event offers an unbeatable opportunity for aspiring photographers and videographers to capture the adrenaline-fueled world of two-wheel ...
Read More »ACMobility Partners with Shell Pilipinas to Expand Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Across the Philippines
ACMobility, Ayala’s leading mobility solutions group and a pioneer in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in the Philippines, has announced a strategic partnership with Shell Pilipinas Corporation (Shell) to deploy new EV charging stations nationwide. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in ACMobility’s vision to establish over 2,500 charging points, reinforcing the Philippine EV Spine—the country’s first comprehensive, nationwide ...
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