MANILA — February 2026 saw a 6.5 percent month-on-month increase in vehicle sales in the Philippines, reaching 35,842 units, as manufacturers reported smoother supply chains.
Data released by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) indicated sales rose from 33,696 units in January. Nonetheless, the total remains 8.5 percent lower than the 39,164 units sold in February 2025.
Commercial vehicles led the sales tally with 56,313 units, followed by light commercial vehicles (40,676), Asian Utility Vehicles (AUVs) (13,906), passenger cars (13,225), light-duty trucks and buses (1,114), medium-duty trucks and buses (537), and heavy-duty trucks (80).
CAMPI President Jose Maria Atienza said the market has largely met consumer demand after the January slowdown. “February results suggest a more balanced market following last year’s second-half slump. The January decline was expected due to limited supply after December’s strong sales,” he explained.
Atienza also flagged geopolitical risks in the Middle East that could influence buying behavior.
Reflecting growing interest in sustainable options, CAMPI-TMA members sold 3,098 electrified vehicles in February, marking an 18.7 percent increase from January’s 2,610 units, highlighting the rising popularity of energy-efficient vehicles.
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