All 104 Automotive reports from the Media Meter Report Library, newest first.
BYD cancelled its Tanjung Malim assembly plant while reaffirming local production through a partner, and VinFast signed 13 Philippine dealers for 27 new showrooms. A police crackdown on fake vehicle plates drew the day's heaviest public response.
The Department of Transportation signed a right-of-way agreement for the LRT-1 Las Piñas station and pitched Australian infrastructure investment, while transport cooperatives and legal groups pressed separate funding and accountability demands.
BYD Cars Philippines sold 28,399 units from January to August 2026, already beating its full-year 2025 total, while Reddit owners questioned battery warranty fine print and a two-month repair delay at a BYD dealership in Bicol.
The Land Transportation Office revoked the license of the driver of an MMDA-marked SUV with mismatched plates on the EDSA Busway, owned by MMDA General Manager Nicolas Torre III, who took a one-month leave. The incident fueled public criticism of enforcement agencies, while the PNP reported a 41.77% drop in focus crimes for August.
The Land Transportation Office revoked the license of MMDA chief Nicolas Torre III's driver over plate misuse, drawing heavy public ridicule. Meanwhile, GWM Philippines posted record sales, and Filipino car owners debated casa repair costs versus independent shops.
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board opened 8,750 new ride-hailing slots, with all 7,500 Metro Manila slots reserved for electric vehicles. The electric vehicle industry also pushed for extended tariff incentives through 2040, while Honda and Nissan launched new models and support programs.
The LTFRB ordered regional offices to map alternative expressway routes after severe flooding stranded motorists on NLEX for hours. Toll rebates were announced, and the DPWH is updating flood master plans.
Metropolitan Manila Development Authority general manager Nicolas Torre III apologized for using the EDSA Busway and a counterfeit plate on his vehicle, drawing calls for his ouster. The controversy dominated transport-related coverage on September 4, alongside flood-related traffic updates and new vehicle launches.
The Department of Transportation's proposed 2027 budget drew congressional scrutiny, with a lawmaker seeking an extra P30 billion for the Mindanao Railway and the agency announcing regulation of e-trikes. The day's coverage also touched on a police misconduct case and a celebrity's Ferrari purchase.
The day's conversation centered on three streams: the LTO's high-profile enforcement actions including the Niño Muhlach suspension and anti-fixer drive, Ford Philippines' V6-powered Ranger and Everest launch, and the NLEX flooding crisis that triggered a toll holiday and government scrutiny.
The Philippine automotive industry saw a busy August with multiple vehicle launches, while the Land Transportation Office addressed license plate delays and road safety concerns. The sector also saw developments in racing, financing, and airport infrastructure.
Severe flooding and a bridge collapse in Central Luzon dominated automotive conversation, while industry data showed electrified vehicles reaching 29.5% of July sales. New model launches from Mitsubishi, Nissan, Mazda, and others competed for attention.
