Manila: Vehicle sales in the Philippines saw a 6.5 percent increase month-on-month in February 2026, attributed to improved supply, according to data from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA). The report released on Wednesday indicated that sales reached 35,842 units in February, up from 33,696 in January.

According to Philippines News Agency, this performance, however, was 8.5 percent lower compared to the 39,164 units sold in February 2025. The sales were primarily led by commercial vehicles, which accounted for 56,313 units, followed by light commercial vehicles with 40,676 units. Asian Utility Vehicles (AUVs) sold 13,906 units, passenger cars 13,225 units, light-duty trucks and buses 1,114 units, medium-duty trucks and buses 537 units, and heavy-duty trucks 80 units.

CAMPI President Jose Maria Atienza noted that most brands experienced higher demand. "We experienced an expected drop in January, partly caused by the leaner supply as an effect of the strong buyer demand we saw in December," he stated. He also mentioned that February sales provide a more stable outlook and are a positive development following the market decline during the latter half of the previous year.

Despite the positive trend, Atienza warned of potential risks arising from the Middle East conflict, which could impact consumer demand. In line with market trends, CAMPI members are broadening their range of energy-efficient and electrified vehicles to offer more economical choices for consumers. "This aligns with the ongoing trend highlighting growing customer preference for electrified vehicles month on month," CAMPI stated.

In February, CAMPI-TMA members sold 3,098 electrified vehicles, marking an 18.7 percent increase from the 2,610 units sold in January.