ON THE ROAD TOYOTA GAZOO RACING FESTIVAL HAPPENING THIS AUGUST 23-24

GET ready for heart-pounding excitement at the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) Festival 2023 on August 23 and 24 at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila. The TGR Festival is Toyota’s grand gathering of motorsports enthusiasts celebrating their shared love for cars and racing. Register for free admission at https:// toyotagrfestivalph.com/ to join the festivities.

Experience world-class driving exhibitions led by Akio Toyota (aka ‘Morizo’), Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman, on August 23. International racers Katsuta Norihiko and Sasaki

Masahiro from the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Team will showcase rally exhibitions with iconic TGR race cars, the Toyota WRC Yaris, and Red Bull GR Corolla. Philippine racing pride, including Alex Perez, Luis Gono, and TGR Ambassador Marlon Stockinger, will impress with drifting and gymkhana displays using GR Supra, GR Yaris, and GR 86. Celebrity Ryan Agoncillo will drive for Team TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Philippines.

Spectators can ride shotgun in the GR Supra, GR Yaris, and GR 86 with pro racers, observe pit activities, and grab official GR merchandise. The festival also boasts live music performances from Ben & Ben, Ely Buendia, Parokya ni Edgar, and Kamikazee, fueling the energetic atmosphere.

Also witness the country’s top sim racers gun for TGR Gran Turismo Cup (GT Cup) on August 24 as they compete for supremacy and a chance to represent the country in the Asia Regional Rounds.

Don’t miss the roaring cheers and exhilarating action at the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Festival 2023. Admission is free.

Philippine Ev Summit Grows With 11th Edition In October

Accelerated EV adoption witnessed one year after EVIDA implementation

AS GLOBAL electric vehicle (EV) sales reach a pivotal moment for wider adoption, more buyers in the Philippines are embracing this shift. According to Statista, local EV sales rose from 378 in 2020 to 843 in 2021 and 1,013 in 2022. This surge can be attributed to the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA) / RA11697, enacted in May 2022, promoting EV adoption through perks like dedicated parking, green routes, and exemption from traffic coding.

EVIDA’s impact is noticeable in various sectors. The Department of Energy (DOE) is leading government efforts, launching programs like the e-App for mapping EV charging stations and developing the Comprehensive Roadmap for the Electric Vehicle

YOUR CAR, YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

REGULAR car upkeep is crucial for longevity and performance. Innovations from years of research have integrated into new imports, simplifying vehicle care.

Tonyo Calado, AVP of Sales & Marketing at All-Inclusive Sales, Inc., showcased their commitment at their Pasig City office. They’re known for quality auto components, offering alternatives to originals, like Bendix brakes, Blue Chem, and more, from various global sources.

Tonyo highlighted Blue Chem, a sought-after product for efficient car care. It’s revolutionized maintenance, saving time and costs for owners and motor shops.

During my visit, I saw Kat Coperos,

Industry (CREVI). The private sector is investing in charging stations and adopting EVs for their fleets, aiming to reduce emissions and energy reliance.

The Philippine Vehicle Summit (PEVS) 2023, themed ‘Plug-In and Accelerate,’ is a key event advocating EV adoption. Organized by EVAP, hosted by MERALCO, and partnered with the DOE and Nissan Philippines, the summit from October 19 to 21, to be held at the SMX Convention Center, includes exhibitions and a conference.

Notably, the Philippine Battery Consortium will be launched at PEVS 2023 to address battery concerns. This summit offers a significant platform for networking and discussions about EV progress.

To know more about EVAP and the 11th PEVS, visit www.evap.com.ph and www.evap.com.ph/summit.