Manila, April 14 -- The country's automotive industry posted a 6.8 percent growth in sales during the first quarter of 2025, according to a joint report released Monday by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).

From January to March, total vehicle sales reached 117,074 units, up from 109,606 units recorded in the same period last year.

Commercial vehicles continued to fuel industry growth, with sales rising 13.9 percent to 92,742 units in Q1 2025 from 81,395 units a year ago.

In contrast, passenger car sales declined by 13.7 percent, falling to 24,332 units from 28,211 units in Q1 2024, tempering the overall growth of the sector.

In March 2025 alone, vehi...