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Car tees just got a major upgrade. Uniqlo and Toyota are dropping graphic shirts that turn your love for legendary rides into everyday fits — and yeah, the Land Cruiser finally looks as cool on cotton as it does on trails. Your Closet Is About To Get Horsepower Let’s be real: most “car guy” shirts are either boxy, cringey, or stuck in 2006. Uniqlo just said not anymore.  They’ve teamed up with Toyota for a new UT collection that takes four of Japan’s most iconic cars and slaps them onto tees you’d wear even if you couldn’t tell a piston from a Pokémon. The secret sauce? Japanese collage artist Kosuke Kawamura. His style is loud, layered, and full of attitude — think shredded magazine meets museum wall. He took the Land Cruiser, Corolla, HiAce, and the mythical 2000GT and turned them into graphics with actual personality. What you’re getting: • Land Cruiser – For the off-road dreamers and overlanding Pinterest boards ...

Your Toyota might be out of warranty, but Toyota Motor Philippines doesn’t think that should push you toward risky parts. At MIAS 2026, they launched T-OPT in the Philippines — a Toyota-backed aftermarket line made for older models that need maintenance without the guesswork. Your Old Toyota Just Got Official Backup — Meet T-OPT Once your Toyota’s warranty ends, keeping it running with quality parts can get complicated. You want something reliable, but not every option out there has Toyota’s sign-off. That’s the gap TMP is filling with T-OPT. Unveiled at the Manila International Auto Show 2026, it’s Toyota’s regional aftermarket brand that just arrived in the Philippines after launching in Thailand and Indonesia. T-OPT isn’t a random third-party label. Toyota says it’s directly involved in developing these parts, focusing on essential maintenance items owners replace most: oil filters, air filters, wiper blades, brake components...

Metrobank , Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation , and Mastercard® have introduced the new Toyota Platinum Card , a credit card designed for the everyday Filipino motorist, helping them save on recurring financial responsibilities of owning a car, while earning rewards from their everyday expenses. The Toyota Platinum Card was developed in response to the rising costs of mobility-related expenses — from fuel, maintenance, toll fees and travel — and the need for practical, value-driven financial solutions. "This launch isn't just about introducing a new card—it’s about keeping up with our customers’ evolving needs,” said Ramon del Rosario , Metrobank Consumer Business Sector Head. “Owning a car is a big milestone for many Filipinos, but it also comes with daily costs. The Toyota Platinum Card helps lighten that load with savings on fuel and toll fees, plus earning rewards points on everyday spending, so customers can make smarter fina...

Toyota Motor Philippines introduces popular crossover’s all-HEV lineup. Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has officially launched the new and improved version of the Philippines’ best-selling Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) model to date - the Toyota Corolla Cross. Introduced in 2020 as TMP’s first hybrid electric crossover alongside its regular Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) variants, the new 2024 Corolla Cross now comes in an all-HEV lineup. In the launch event held at SM Aura in Taguig City, TMP President Masando Hashimoto emphasized the role of the Corolla Cross in Toyota’s drive to enable customers to pursue sustainable mobility options. “The Corolla Cross, the first strong hybrid crossover in the Philippines, has been a key to accelerating electrification in the Philippines. TMP pioneered hybrid in 2009, but it’s upon the Corolla Cross launch in 2020 when we started achieving 3-digit annual sales figures of xEVs. Last year, TMP reached ...

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has reached a cumulative global production total of 300 million cars, Including production numbers for September 2023. This number was achieved 88 years and two months after Toyota's very first cars, the Model G1 truck, was produced by the Automotive Production Division of Toyoda Automatic Loom Works, Ltd. (later Toyota Industries Corporation) in August 1935. It includes domestic and international production, with 180.52 million cars produced domestically, and 119.6 million produced abroad (as of end September 2023). The model with the highest total production is the Corolla, with the Corolla series achieving cumulative global production of 53.399 million (as of the end September 2023). Chairman and Master Driver Akio Toyoda and President Koji Sato offered the following comments about this landmark. Chairman and Master Driver Akio Toyoda "Kiichiro Toyoda said, 'Carmaking is something...

To yota Motor Philippines (TMP) has further beefed up the lineup of the country’s number one pickup with its introduction of the new Hilux GR Sport (GR-S). Taking cues from the Dakar-winning GR Hilux, the New Hilux GR-S now comes with a tougher design through a wide-tread body, matte black GR-S overfenders, 17-inch alloy GR design wheels with All-Terrain Tires, and the GR Aero sports bar. The new Hilux GR-S is also wider by 120 mm and taller by 65 mm. All in all, the exterior of the New Hilux GR-S features a more rugged look than its predecessor, giving a better impression of its improved generational characteristics of quality, durability, and reliability. Under the hood, the New Hilux GR-S is powered by a 2.8L Diesel, 4-Cylinder, 16-Valve DOHC Variable Nozzle Turbo engine with an air-cooled intercooler. It now features an improved maximum output of 224PS and a maximum torque of 550Nm. Additionally...

Mobility company’s newest subcompact SUV is its most affordable electrified vehicle to date. Leading mobility company Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has energized its electrified vehicle lineup anew with the introduction of another highly anticipated subcompact vehicle, the All-New Toyota Yaris Cross. As the latest addition to the automotive leader’s widest range of electrified vehicle offerings, the All-New Yaris Cross is expected to intensify Toyota’s drive for carbon-neutral mobility with its attractive price point, making it Toyota’s most affordable electrified vehicle yet. During the model’s simultaneous nationwide launch on August 4 held in an unveiling event in Taguig City and in Toyota’s 72 dealerships nationwide, TMP President Atsuhiro Okamoto said Toyota hopes to bring the electrified lifestyle even closer to more Filipinos. “In Toyota, we believe in a multiple pathway approach to achieve carbon neutrality. One of the ways we are ...

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) confirms that it will launch the All-New Toyota Wigo this July, with retail sales starting on the 17th of the month. The leading mobility company continues to pursue steps to achieve its goal of “producing happiness and creating mobility for all” through its best-selling entry hatchback in its new and improved form. The All-New Wigo showcases a bolder exterior and more spacious interior for a stylish and comfortable ride. “Since it was launched in the Philippines, the Wigo has received a lot of love from Filipinos, so we are very happy to introduce the All-New Toyota Wigo, which features a new look and improved performance,” shared TMP First Vice President for Vehicle Sales Operations Danny Cruz. TMP will be unveiling the All-New Wigo to the public on July 14 at the Trinoma Activity Center. The mall display will continue until July 16 where TMP will feature all variants of the All-New Wigo in their different...

Toyota Motor Philippines’ (TMP) drive to carbon neutrality continues to get stronger with the addition of the All-New Toyota Zenix to its Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) lineup. The much-anticipated Toyota HEV will be officially launched in the country with retail sales starting on June 22, in all Toyota dealerships nationwide. As the pioneer in electrified mobility, TMP advocates for a multiple-pathway approach to carbon neutrality. Part of this strategy is continuously expanding its range of electrified vehicles that are appropriate for current market and infrastructure conditions and are suitable for the customers’ needs. “We are very excited to finally bring in the All-New Toyota Zenix, further boosting Toyota’s wide range of electrified vehicle choices for Filipino families,” said Danny Cruz, Toyota Motor Philippines’ First Vice President for Vehicle Sales Operations. “We acknowledge the growing demand for electrified vehicles in the...

Toyota Motor Philippines is bringing in the heat this April with deals coming in hot! From April 7 to 30, customers can enjoy low monthly plans, trade-in rebates, and more when they purchase a brand-new Toyota from any authorized dealer nationwide. With a new vehicle for the summer, each trip is sure to be a memorable one. Find the payment option for your budget Explore nearby towns with friends or family with the reliable Vios. The 1.3 XE CVT variant is available at PHP 115,350 downpayment under the Pay Low option. This option offers customers downpayments as low as 15 percent with free insurance on the first year, free LTO registration for three years, and no chattel mortgage at 60 months to pay via all-in cash out. The same variant is available for a monthly payment of PHP 8,259 under the Pay Light option, which offers customers low monthly plans with a 50 percent downpayment at 60 months to pay. Those looking to bring a bigger group of peopl...

The country’s leading mobility company Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) finally released the hotly anticipated addition to its TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (GR) lineup —the All-New Toyota GR 86.  After its first local appearance at the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Festival last July and the start of pre-orders announced during 8.6 Day last August 6, the GR 86 is now officially available in TMP’s GR Performance Dealerships nationwide, beginning August 26. The All-New Toyota GR 86 is an exciting upgrade and a great homage to the revered Toyota 86 line. Now branded with the GR badge that celebrates Toyota’s racing spirit, the GR 86 comes in with a greater steering feedback and sharper handling, whether you’re tackling the race track or navigating everyday roads. Engine and Transmission The All-New GR 86 is available in Automatic (A/T) and Manual (M/T) transmission variants, both perfect for the adrenaline-filled driving experience that awaits you. It features a...

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) strengthens its support to Filipino micro small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with the addition of two more variants of its newest light commercial vehicle, the All-New Lite Ace. After unveiling the Panel Van and Pickup variants during last month's launch, the Lite Ace line up dubbed by the automotive leader as Kasosyo sa Asenso is expanding with the introduction of the Lite Ace FX Utility Van and the Lite Ace Cargo Aluminum Van. Both variants are available for preorder in all Toyota dealerships nationwide starting August 1. The FX Utility Van-variant has up to 12-person seating capacity (including driver), perfect as people transport, while the Cargo Aluminum Van variant best fits agricultural businesses or transportation of dry goods and other materials. "We are very encouraged by the warm reception and positive product feedback that we received from customers when we released the first two ...

Mobility has become more than just going from point A to point B. In the Philippines, more things have to be considered when traveling such as road traffic, faster routes, fuel expenses, and environmental hazards. With that, more and more alternatives have been introduced such as walking, cycling, and driving electric vehicles. For the same reasons, Philippine Saving Bank (PSBank) partnered with Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) to offer Say Hi To Hybrid Auto Loan Promo, making Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) like Toyota’s Corolla Cross 1.8V Hybrid and Corolla Altis 1.8V Hybrid CVT more accessible to Filipinos. For its technology, HEVs are easily a better option for sustainable transportation. Here are the two main reasons for the widespread shift towards sustainable mobility: Save Mother Earth Mainly, HEVs continue to be a better alternative mobility for its fewer CO2 emissions, which has caught the attention of car owners and enthusiasts. HEVs h...