Toyota eyes bigger bet on Tamaraw

Philstar - Oct 13, 2026

Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. is ready to make additional investments for the next-generation Tamaraw as it plans to participate in the government’s Revitalizing the Automotive Industry for Competitiveness Enhancement program.

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