VinFast Philippines Accelerates Xentro Motors’ Taxi Fleet with More than 500 Units of VF e34 BEVs

VinFast Philippines caps 2025 with more than 20 BEVs delivered to six corporate partners

VinFast continues to strengthen its presence in the Philippine market after turning over 500 electric vehicles to accelerate Xentro Motors’ deployment of EV-powered ride-hailing fleet. This milestone is part of VinFast’s broader plan to supply up to 1,000 VF e34 units to support Xentro’s expanding electric ride-hailing operations in Metro Manila. Reinforcing its commitment to advancing clean, accessible mobility solutions in the country, the Vietnam-born BEV automaker is also expanding its footprint in the corporate fleet sector, partnering with a growing number of Philippine companies seeking reliable, cost-efficient, and sustainable transport solutions.

FedEx Appoints Salil Chari as President of Asia Pacific

Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world's largest express transportation companies, has announced the appointment of Salil Chari as the new president of its Asia Pacific (APAC) region.

Salil Chari, previously senior vice president of Marketing and Customer Experience APAC, FedEx, assumed his new role on January 1, 2026. He succeeds Kawal Preet, who has transitioned to a new role as executive vice president (EVP), Planning, Engineering, and Transformation.

As regional president, Chari is responsible for the shaping strategic direction of the business and leading a team of nearly 30,000 across APAC to drive profitable growth, deliver outstanding customer experiences, and advance operational excellence throughout the region.

“I am excited to welcome Salil as the new president of Asia Pacific, marking an exciting new chapter for our APAC business,” said Richard W. Smith, chief operating officer, international and chief executive officer, airline, FedEx. “Salil brings exceptional multi-regional leadership experience and a passion for delivering value to customers. With his deep understanding of the region, I am confident he will lead our APAC business to new heights and reinforce the region’s importance to our global growth. Thanks to Kawal for her exceptional leadership; she will continue to advance our global transformation efforts.”

Meet the Garmin Approach R50, the only portable golf launch monitor with a built-in simulator

New launch monitor with color touchscreen and three high-speed cameras offers more accurate club and ball measurements so golfers can tee up for a full round, rain or shine

Garmin has announced the all-new Approach® R50 premium launch monitor and golf simulator, allowing golfers the luxury of teeing it up 365 days a year on their home setup or at any driving range. The Approach R50 features a 10” built-in, color touchscreen display and more than 43,000 preloaded golf courses worldwide with an improved version of Home Tee Hero1. Utilizing three different cameras, the launch monitor can track more than 15 ball and club metrics2, including measured spin rate and spin axis. It can also provide precision analytics for every club – from the driver to the putter – and deliver high-speed impact videos so players can review a close-up look at their contact for each shot.

When Safety Technology Becomes Part Of Everyday Travel

In many densely populated cities, safety on public transportation is no longer defined by rare emergencies. It is shaped by the everyday experiences of millions of passengers and drivers who rely on these services in their daily lives. What matters most is not only whether help can be called when something goes wrong, but also whether each journey operates within a clear, reliable framework that keeps people feeling secure from start to finish.

This expectation is especially relevant in fast-growing urban markets, where transport demand often outpaces infrastructure. In many emerging economies, including parts of South and Southeast Asia, basic safety features such as SOS buttons are still deployed inconsistently and, in many cases, are limited to higher-end vehicle segments. Where they exist, these features often function as standalone tools, disconnected from the broader operational system.

VinFast Sets a Long-Game Mobility Strategy for the Philippines, Anchored on Ecosystem Strength and Customer-First Innovation

VinFast is in it for the long haul, and it is building that future in the Philippines with momentum.

During its recent Media & KOL Thanksgiving Event in Parañaque, the company shared how it plans to deepen its role in the country’s fast-evolving electric vehicle (EV) landscape—not just as an automaker, but as an ecosystem-driven mobility partner built for sustained growth.

Fly In, Feast On: Erceflora Preps Sinulog Goers for What’s Ahead—Right at the Airport

Pinoys like to party, and there’s nothing like starting the year with one of the country’s most anticipated festivals: Sinulog. From early-morning flights to jam-packed itineraries, this Cebuano celebration draws thousands of revelers from all over the Philippines for a whirlwind of street dancing, food trips, reunions, and nonstop movement—exciting, yes, but also physically demanding.

Between travel stress, long days on your feet, and indulging in Cebu’s iconic lechon and street food, tummy troubles can easily crash the party. That’s why Erceflora steps in as the newest must-have in this year’s Cebu trip kit—helping festival-goers stay ready for all the fun, without worrying about gut problems getting in the way of the celebration.

Beat EV Woes With VinFast: Drive Through Metro Manila With Confidence

Everyday traffic may test your patience, but VinFast helps make every ride feel easier

Metro Manila turns into its own obstacle course, bumper-to-bumper lines, packed parking lots, evening gridlocks, and errand lists that somehow never end. For most drivers, the daily traffic is inconvenient. For EV drivers, it can be nerve-wracking watching your battery drain while barely moving, but this is exactly where VinFast steps up for its users.

With a hundred and twenty-three V-Green charging stations already active across Cebu, Davao and Metro Manila, VinFast makes it easier for its EV owners to move through the season with less stress and more certainty. The brand isn’t just selling electric cars, it’s building the kind of everyday convenience that lets you actually enjoy driving one, even in Manila’s most chaotic month.