: Today, the market is led by major players like Toyota Motor Philippines, which holds nearly 40% of the market share.
: The industry has expanded significantly, now hosting over 70 official brands , including a growing presence of Chinese, European, and Indian manufacturers.
: In 2014, the Prius C was introduced as the first hybrid electric vehicle in the country, marking the start of a move toward more sustainable transportation. Buying and Searching for Cars Today AUTO SEARCH PHILIPPINES
: The first motor vehicle arrived in 1900 , when the US Army Signal Corps brought electric cars by the Woods Motor Vehicle Company for military use.
: In 1901 , Dr. Juan Miciano became the first Filipino to own and operate a motor vehicle, a French-made Richard-Brasier . : Today, the market is led by major
: Following WWII, Filipinos refurbished military surplus Jeeps (Willys and Ford), creating the iconic Jeepney .
: In the 1950s, local manufacturers began producing smaller, stainless-steel "owner-type" jeeps for personal use. Buying and Searching for Cars Today : The
: The 1920s and 30s saw an "auto boom" with international models appearing on Manila boulevards. By 1931, the Automobile Association Philippines (AAP) was founded to support the growing community of motorists. Post-War and the Rise of "Pinoy" Vehicles (1950s–1980s)
