Fast Times, the motoring section of The Manila Times, has been a key player in covering the transformation of the Philippine automotive industry for 16 years. In 2024, the industry saw a significant shift with the prominence of new Chinese automakers like GAC, Changan, Chery, and MG entering the market with feature-rich and competitively priced vehicles. Electric vehicles gained momentum, with brands like BYD reshaping the EV landscape with affordable and practical models. The push for EV adoption was supported by the government's Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (Evida). Toyota's emphasis on hydrogen-powered vehicles, particularly the Toyota Mirai, highlighted an alternative approach to sustainable mobility. The industry is poised for a historic milestone in 2025, with experts predicting a breach of the half-a-million-unit sales mark. Factors such as government incentives, the expansion of Chinese automakers, and consumer confidence are contributing to this optimistic outlook. The future of the Philippine automotive market will be driven by sustainability, technology-driven mobility, and a variety of energy options including EVs, hydrogen, and hybrids, marking a transformative period for the industry.