Philippine International Motor Show: Progress In Motion Towards the Future of Automotive Industry

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The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) brings back the country’s premiere motoring exhibit on September 18-21 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City. 

At a press conference held last Thursday, July 10, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Ballroom 1, Fairmont Hotel, Makati City, CAMPI announced the much-awaited 5th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) which banners the theme “Progress in Motion” to highlight the robust performance of the motoring industry and its vital role in Philippines’ growing economy.the event focused on how the automotive industry’s recent triumphs boost the nation’s upward mobility and economic growth.

PIMS was established by CAMPI in 2008 as the prime industry supported motor show in the country.The last show had the theme "Drive The Fun." The CEOs and Presidents of the CAMPI members were present in this momentous event. 

Present at the event were Maricar Parco - President of Asian Carmakers Corporation, Felix Ang - President of Auto Nation Group Inc., John Philip Orbeta - President of Automobile Central Enterprise, Steven Tan - President of Berjaya Auto Philippines Inc., Ginnia Domingo - President of Columbian Autocar Corporation, Arsenio Yap - President of Columbian Manufacturing Corporation, Dong Magsajo - Marketing and Communications Director - Eurobrands Distributor Inc., Atty. Rommel Guttierez - President of CAMPI, USEC Edwin Lopez of DOTC, Gov. Jose Alvarez - Chairman Emeritus of CAMPI, Noel Barachina - Vice President of Honda Cars Philippines, Nobuo Izumina - President of Isuzu Philippines Corporation, Hikosaburo Shibata - President of Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation, Kenji Naito - President and Managing Director Nissan Philippines, Inc., Shuzo Hoshikura - Automotive Division General Manager of Suzuki Philippines Inc., Yohei Murase - EVP for Marketing of Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation, and George Chua - Principal Adviser of Universal Motors Corporation.

"Get to know the leading automotive industry association in the Philippines, and how it goes well beyond just selling cars... It's helping our country build its future! "

The prime industry-led motor show in the country brings together (16) top automotive brands to showcase their latest vehicle releases, services, and technologies: BAIC, BMW, Daewoo, Honda, Isuzu, JMC, Kia, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Peugeot, Suzuki, Toyota, and Volkswagen.

“PIMS has always been more than a motor exhibit. This year, it serves as our platform in conveying how the automotive industry is a vital player in the Philippines’ thriving economy. The industry’s robust performance in the past two years is also proof that we are progressing toward better mobility and transportation,” said CAMPI President Rommel Gutierrez.

DOTC USEC Edwin Lopez

CAMPI Chairman Emeritus Jose Alvarez

CAMPI President Rommel Gutierrez

CAMPI 5th Philippine International Motor Show has Progress in Motion as theme

Exciting concept and prototype cars, automotive photography, scale-model exhibits, car club convention and test drives are just some of the attractions that car enthusiasts, prospective car-buyers, automobile business owners, and for everyone who want to keep themselves abreast with the Philippine automotive scene can look forward to at the 5th Philippines International Motor Show. Following the theme “Progress in Motion”, the 5th PIMS will also feature a special display of iconic vehicles that exemplify the historical evolution of the country’s auto industry.

For more information, contact the CAMPI office at (02) 632-9733.

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