Category: Isuzu

Isuzu welcomes summer with BLOWBAGETS services discount promo

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Isuzu Philippines greets the summer with their BLOWBAGETS maintenance services discount promo. Patterned after the PNP-HPG’s catchy car maintenance mnemonic, Isuzu offers the following discounts and freebies until June 30:

CategoryService and Discount / Freebies
Batterybattery replacement with 20% off on labor
Lightslightbulb replacement with 20% off on labor and on parts
Oiloil change or complete PMS with free 1 liter engine oil
Waterwiper blade replacement with 20% off on labor and on parts
Brakesbrake service package with 20% off on labor
Air
Gasoline
(or diesel)
Engine		free health report for PMS, Express Check (Gj) and Caltex SavePlus cardholders
Tireswheel alignment with 20% off on labor
Safety featuresall vehicles will also undergo routine checks on warning devices, stability control systems, brakes and particularly all ADAS functions of the top-spec, third generation Isuzu D-Max

Isuzu encourages customers to book their service visits in advance through their dealers portal at https://www.isuzuphil.com/dealers. More information on their BLOWBAGETS promo can be found at https://www.isuzuphil.com/promo/isuzu-blowbagets-promo.

Isuzu Philippines donates D-Max to GMA Kapuso Foundation’s ‘Labanan Natin ang COVID-19’ campaign

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Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), the top truck brand’s exclusive assembler, importer and distributor of Isuzu vehicles in the country, donated and turned over D-Max LS A/T pickup truck to the GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF) last April 16.  IPC’s donation is intended to support GMAKF’s ongoing “Labanan Natin ang COVID-19” campaign for providing personal protective equipment to public hospital and border frontliners, and groceries packs to indigent quarantined families, nationwide.

Of their donation, IPC president Hajime Koso said: “We are delighted again to extend our support to GMA’s public service endeavors. Their philosophy of ‘Serbisyong Totoo’ closely resonates with our own corporate values and mantra on being ‘Your Responsible Partner’ not just when it comes to being behind the wheel but also in giving back to the community.”

IPC had initially stuck up a partnership with GMAKF back in 2018–several years before the quarantine lockdowns of the COVID-19 crisis–when they committed to providing transport aid to the television network foundation’s civic emergency and relief operations.  IPC president Hajime Koso reaffirmed put this commitment in context saying, “we stand by our pledge to help Filipinos in need during these tough times where the country is still combating the pandemic.”

About the vehicle IPC chose to donate to GMAKF, Koso said: “The Isuzu D-MAX is known to be tough inside and out. Known for its off-road capabilities and loading capacity, we hope that our volunteer aids will gain added confidence and be able to move easily and comfortably to reach those who are residing in remote, mountainous areas.”

Isuzu opens major new dealership in Tagum City, Davao Del Norte

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Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) officially opened their new dealership in Tagum City, Davao Del Norte last March 10, bringing the total number of Isuzu dealerships to 46 locations nationwide–this after the subsequent opening of Isuzu Bacoor on March 18. Operated by Image Motors Davao Del Norte, Inc. (Image Motors), their officers who attended the Isuzu Tagum opening event were led by president Walter Alvarez and managing director Edward Bangayan.

The new dealership in Barangay Canocotan, Tagum City is on the same stretch of the Philippine-Japan Friendship Highway as the dealerships of other major automotive brands such as Toyota and Honda. Isuzu Tagum is also near two other major roads, the Davao-Mati-Agusan Road and the Davao-Bukidnon Road, that link it to other major destinations in Davao Del Norte and the rest of Mindanao.

The new 5,000sqm facility features the current Isuzu Outlet Standard (IOS) design with an expansive showroom backed by a large service shop having 9 light commercial vehicle (LCV) bays, 4 commercial vehicle (CV) bays large enough for heavy-duty trucks, and 7 bodywork and painting bays.

Last week, documentation of the opening festivities, which included a virtual tour of the premises, was presented at an online press conference officiated by IPC president Hajime Koso and Image Motors president Walter Alvarez. In his opening remarks, Koso cited the perseverance of Image Motors, saying: “We know this has not been an easy decision to open a dealership at this very challenging situation, but you kept to our schedule amidst the delay due to the different community quarantines.”

Koso further explained that the opportunity to serve the growing market centered on Tagum is what motivated them to persevere and overcome obstacles. He said: “Tagum has emerged into a booming city with a strong economic development brought by different businesses citywide. It has become inevitable for IPC to set foot here, so that we can cater to more customers in the region.”

Koso concluded his remarks saying: “Isuzu Tagum demonstrates our dedication and commitment to create tailored transport solutions that make the greatest difference to individuals and businesses anywhere in the Philippines.”

For more information on Isuzu Tagum and the rest of IPC’s dealership network, visit www.isuzuphil.com.

Large Isuzu Bacoor dealership opens for Cavite market

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Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) and the Ayala group’s Isuzu Automotive Dealership, Inc. (IADI) opened the new Isuzu Bacoor dealership yesterday, making it the 11th storefront of IADI–Isuzu partner since 1996 and their top dealer group in 2020.

The new facility is built on a 5,000sqm lot location along Molino Boulevard in Bacoor and opens just 48 days after the dealership contract was signed last January 29. The large Isuzu Bacoor dealership features …

  • the current Isuzu Oulet Standard (IOS) design,
  • a showroom large enough to display 4 light commercial vehicles (LCV),
  • a service shop with 13 LCV-sized servicing bays plus 2 commercial vehicle- or CV-sized bays large enough to accommodate heavy-duty tractor heads.

A simple celebration attended by IPC and IADI officers marked the opening of Isuzu Bacoor. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was led IPC president Hajime Koso, IPC executive vice-president Shojiro Sakoda, Ayala group’s and IADI parent company AC Motors president Antonio Zara, IADI chief operating officer Alex Paguio, and Isuzu Bacoor branch head Valance Mauricio.

Isuzu’s press statement reports that this recent opening is part of a two pronged strategy for the entire Cavite area. Isuzu Bacoor will cater to northern Cavite customers, this while the existing Imus branch transitions into a satellite office. Later this year, IADI intends to establish a new dealership in Dasmariñas City, that one catering to southern Cavite and completing Isuzu’s coverage of the entire province.

More information on Isuzu Philippines’ products, services and dealers can be found at http://isuzuphil.com.

Isuzu Philippines launches next-gen D-Max with DNA that improves on Chevrolet and Ford rivals and upgrades Mazda counterpart

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Isuzu Philippines has just launched the next-generation D-Max and this new model’s lineage covers so much ground against rival brands that it’s been top of mind here since the global launch out of Thailand back in October 2019. The new model improves on the second generation D-Max which has underpinnings shared with GM’s Chevrolet Colorado that’s the platform for the US Army’s new Infantry Squad Vehicle, and represents an upgrade to the Mazda BT-50 which was previously based closely (same chassis and engine options) on the current generation (T6) Ford Ranger.  

For this third iteration of their popular mid-size pickup truck, Isuzu discontinued an engineering partnership with Chevrolet that’s been in place since the 1970’s for developing three generations of Isuzu Faster models and the two Isuzu D-Max generations that succeeded these. The platform of the previous generation D-Max and current generation Chevrolet Colorado will likely be forked off and continued since it now serves as foundation to the winning prototype for the US Army’s Infantry Squad Vehicle, initial volumes for which were delivered in October 2020 (a year after the third generation D-Max was launched globally).

Influencing D-Max development now is new ally Mazda. In July 2016, three years into the D-Max’s six-year development period, Isuzu was appointed as OEM of Mazda’s next generation BT-50 pickup truck.  Similar to Isuzu’s linkage with Chevrolet, Mazda had been relying on Ford Ranger foundations since the 1990’s for their final generation B2500 pickup and two generations of the BT-50 model that succeeded this.  Now, based closely on the latest generation D-Max complete with its trademark Isuzu 3.0 and 1.9 liter turbodiesel engine options, the third generation Mazda BT-50 was launched globally in June 2020, just a few months after its counterpart Isuzu model. Isuzu Philippines President Hajime Koso confirms that Isuzu Thailand runs assembly lines for supplying this market with D-Max trucks and other markets with the new Mazda BT-50 model.  (Mazda Philippines which recently introduced their BT-50 limited edition Pangolin variant still has the Ford-based second-generation model on offer.)

Key specs

On the new D-Max that Isuzu asserts to be stronger and safer, we noted the following integral features (characteristics that come with the package and cannot be straightforwardly acquired or added on with aftermarket enhancements):

  1. The new 4JJ3-TCX top-spec 3.0 liter engine option delivers 190PS @ 3600rpm (a 17PS increase in power) and 450NM @ 1600~2600rpm (a 70NM increase in torque that breaks through the 400NM threshold), all these reportedly by improving on the previous generation’s 4JJ1-TCX with …
    • a new cylinder head
    • a new cylinder block
    • new pistons
    • a new Denso-sourced fuel injection system delivering 25 percent more pressure and 20 percent more efficiency
  1. Improved balance and handling with a slightly longer wheelbase as well as the engine being moved back and mounted with its center slightly behind the front axle, in front mid-ship position
  1. Rationalized engine and fuselage layouts that result in a slightly shorter overall length (5.277m versus 5.295m before) that nevertheless bounds what is essentially a larger model with its lengthened wheelbase (3.125m versus 3.095m before) and cargo bay (1.570m versus 1.485m before)
  1. Stronger, bigger-boned proportions that put taller shoulders on its full body length, and stiffer shortened pillars and a squat squinty windscreen cage on its reinforced cabin
  1. A ladder frame with expanded cross-section and improved placement of cross-members, as asserted by Isuzu, that make it lighter but also 23 percent stiffer than before
  1. Fuselage and undercarriage engineering that increase the D-Max’s ground clearance (0.240m on top-spec 4×4 variants) and permit Isuzu to officially assert a maximum wading depth of 0.800m (which, on the D-Max, is well above the usual benchmark of the midpoint of a vehicle’s wheels)

Further, with the third generation D-Max, Isuzu Philippines introduces a new top-spec variant, the LS-E, that exclusively features automated conveniences as well as their Advanced Driver Assist System (ADAS) package with safety telematics for forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, automatic headlights high-beam, and lane departure alarm.

Price points

As stated by Isuzu Philippines Vice President for Sales Yasuhiko Oyama during the launch event last March 4, introductory prices for the new third-generation D-Max will remain at par with the price-points of the previous model.  Although, with the addition of a top-spec variant featuring first world telematics, prices of their 9 variants now show a notable P0.968M spread between the P0.857M SRP for the single-cab 4×2 MT base configuration and the P1.825M list price for their new LS-E 4×4 AT top-of-the-line variant.

2021 / third-generation D-Max variant list prices (in PHP million)

3.0 4×4 LS-E AT__________ 1.825
3.0 4×2 LS-A AT________ 1.390
3.0 4×4 LS MT_________ 1.630
3.0 4×2 LS MT_______ 1.320
RZ4E 4×2 LS AT______ 1.309
RZ4E 4×2 LS MT____ 1.219
3.0 4×4 LT MT_____ 1.288
RZ4E 4×2 LT MT___ 0.987
RZ4E 4×2 Single Cab MT__ 0.857

Targets

Also during the March 4 launch, when asked about how many third-generation D-Max units they expect to sell this year, Isuzu Philippines’ Yasuhiko Oyama said that they expect this roll-out in March to increase their share in the pickup truck market from 8 percent in 2020 to 15 percent by the end of 2021. We have to say, with their aggressive pricing and the D-Max’s DNA now putting cross-hairs on key rivals, with Isuzu improving on the previous-generation D-Max as well as on the still-current generation Chevrolet Colorado and (through Mazda) the present-generation Ford Ranger, the leading truckmaker’s goal of nearly doubling their share numbers looks feasible.

Isuzu opens bigger Pasig dealership and truck center with 14 service bays

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Isuzu Philippines Corp. (IPC) and their dealer network operator Isuzu Automotive Dealership, Inc. (IADI) have opened a newly enhanced and enlarged storefront and truck center in Pasig City. Isuzu Pasig, the brand’s leading dealership for five years running, now features three lifter-equipped preventive maintenance service (PMS) bays while its attached Isuzu Pasig Truck Center has eight light commercial vehicle (LCV) servicing bays, two more bays for servicing full-fledged trucks, and another dedicated wheel alignment bay. The Isuzu Pasig dealership and its Isuzu Pasig Truck Center are located on the north-bound lane of E. Rodriguez, Jr. Avenue (that’s also known as the C5 beltway) at the corner of Calle Industria .

Press Statement by Isuzu Philippines Corp. (IPC), “Isuzu PH, IADI opens bigger Isuzu Pasig dealership and Truck Center,” 2021:

February 17, was a red-letter day for Isuzu Philippines Corporation and Isuzu Automotive Dealership Inc (IADI), as the bigger and more enhanced Isuzu Pasig dealership and its Isuzu Pasig Truck Center (IPTC) was inaugurated.

In a simple ribbon-cutting ceremony held early that day, top executives of IPC, IADI, and AC Motors were in attendance as Isuzu Pasig and IPTC were formally declared open for business. IPC executives were led by its President Hajime Koso, Executive Vice President Shojiro Sakoda, and Sales Division Head Joseph Bautista. AC Motors was represented by its President Antonio Zara. IADI officials were headed by its Chief Operating Officer Alex Paguio, while Isuzu Pasig was represented by Operations Manager Eric Wambangco.

In his brief remarks, IPC President Hajime Koso expressed delight that Isuzu Pasig has kept in pace with the rapid development of one of Metro Manila’s growth areas.

“With our continuing goal to strengthen and widen the services of Isuzu to our valued customers, IPC is aggressively expanding our dealership network, and I am proud to say that IADI was among those who took the initiative to construct a bigger and more modern facility that is complemented by a truck center.”

Koso added that Isuzu Pasig was the ideal dealership to showcase IPC’s vision of rapid growth and enhanced customer services. “Over the years, Isuzu Pasig was the dealer with the highest network share for five consecutive years, starting in 2016. It also brought home the 2019 Dealer of the Year Award (DOYA) and Excellence in DOYA Sales Operations for two successive years, in 2018 and 2019. We are confident that 2021 and the years to come will have even better results, especially now that it has strategically relocated, with much-improved facilities that are fully compliant with Isuzu Outlet Standards (IOS) and capable of servicing all of our product lines, from the mu-X to our heavy-duty trucks.”

The Isuzu Pasig dealership and its IPTC is located along E. Rodriguez Jr Avenue (formerly C5) at the corner of Calle Industria in Barangay Bagumbayan in Quezon City. The location is strategic, as it is accessible from the highly urbanized cities of Pasig, even Taguig and Mandaluyong.

With a total combined floor area of approximately 5,000 sqm, Isuzu Pasig and IPTC highlights a 5-vehicle display capacity—2 LCVs and 1 CV for Isuzu Pasig and 2 CVs for IPTC. For general repairs, the Isuzu Pasig dealership has 3 Periodic Maintenance Service bays with lifters to accommodate light commercial vehicles (LCVs) and light duty trucks, while IPTC has 8 bays with lifters (for LCVs), 2 bays for trucks, and a wheel alignment bay for LCVs for general repairs, apart from 11 tinsmith/prep bays and 2 paint booths for body repairs.

For more information about the IPC dealership network and its roster of products and services, log on to www.isuzuphil.com, or visit any Isuzu dealership near you.

Isuzu finishes 2020 as 21st year in top spot and with more balanced sales mix

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Despite upheavals in 2020 that had shrunk the truck market to less than 60 percent of what it was the previous year, Isuzu still made it their 21st year as the top selling truck brand in the country, as well as the year they reached the 300,000 milestone for total number of vehicles sold since they started operations in 1997. And, with 2020 seeing continued growth in medium-duty truck sales from a 9 percent share in total market volume in 2017 to a 34 percent or one-third share in 2020, Isuzu’s numbers have kept pace with the trend, balancing their sales mix in the process. Behind a 38 percent market share in medium-duty trucks, Isuzu’s 1,064 units of medium F-series trucks sold in 2020 also represent a 29 percent share in their own total sales volume that’s significantly increased from 25 percent in 2019 and a mere 5 percent share in 2017.

Press Statement by Isuzu Philippines Corp. (IPC) “Isuzu PH leads all truck sales categories in 2020; extends Number 1 streak to 21 years,” 2021:

The year 2020, difficult as it may have been across the entire automotive industry, did bring a silver lining for Isuzu Philippines Corporation.

IPC, the exclusive assembler, importer, and distributor of brand-new Isuzu commercial vehicles (CVs) and light commercial vehicles (LCVs) in the country, has once again come out on top in the joint sales report of the Truck Manufacturers Association Inc. (TMA) and the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc (CAMPI) covering the period from January to December 2020.

The report showed that IPC sold 2,322 units of its N-Series light duty trucks, cornering the top spot in Category III with a 53% market share. It also led Category IV by selling 1,064 units of its F-Series medium-duty trucks, for a 38% share. It was no different in Category V, where the C&E-Series heavy-duty trucks lorded over the competition by selling 320 units for a 35% share. Combined, IPC’s overall commercial vehicle (CV) sales in Categories III, IV and V accounted for 3,707 units, or 45.2% of the market share.

For its 2020 sales performance where it swept all truck sales categories, IPC has now become the Philippines Number 1 truck brand for 21 consecutive years and Number 1 in Light-Duty truck sales for 22 consecutive years.

IPC also showed fast sales recovery on the 2nd half of 2020, which can be attributed to the consistent demand on trucks, brought about by the increase on logistics delivery service and essential goods delivery, especially in areas with travel restrictions.

One result of this, is the outstanding performance of the Isuzu Traviz under the Category II Cab & Chassis segment, selling a total of 2,503 units, capturing 20% share on its first year in the market.

IPC leadership in the truck market is commanded by its strong brand reputation of providing durable and reliable products. On top of this, IPC strives to provide the best ‘customer solution’, fitted to their needs – analyzing their business processes and requirements prior to recommending the best truck.

By being the ‘responsible partner’, IPC does not just supply world-class vehicles and treat our customers as mere clients, we treat them as partners. Their growth is essential to IPC’s growth, hence, we provide total support to our customers nationwide with great products and aftersales support,” said IPC President, Hajime Koso.

On the other hand, Isuzu’s best-selling pick-up, the D-MAX, and the mu-X SUV, has also produced healthy sales numbers, with the D-MAX selling 3,346 units—a 12% increase from 2019 sales, while the mu-X sells a robust 1,681 units.

For 2021, the brand is optimistic with its current line-up for vehicles and upcoming vehicles to be released to the market. “We are confident on our truck line-up, but as the demand changes and increase, IPC evolves and is ready to introduce new products that the Philippine market will love. Hopefully, these products will help boost our economy this years,” Koso added.

To know more about Isuzu’s market-leading roster of light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, log on to www.isuzuphil.com.

Isuzu Philippines delivers Traviz ambulance, donates modern PUV commuter to Laguna Technopark Association

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Isuzu Philippines Corp. (IPC) has delivered two specialized service vehicles to the Laguna Technopark Association, Inc. (LTAI): the first a Traviz light truck acquired by and fitted out for LTAI as a quick response ambulance; the second an Isuzu modernized PUV donated by IPC to add to LTAI’s resources for their daily shuttling operations.

Press Statement by Isuzu Philippines Corp. (IPC), “Isuzu PH turns over Traviz Ambulance and PUV to Laguna Technopark Association,” 2021:

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), whose unwavering commitment to being “Your Responsible Partner” has been felt by countless Filipino motorists and their families even to the farthest points in the country, set its sights closer to home this time.

In a simple ceremony on January 15, led by IPC President, Hajime Koso and LTAI Vice Chairman Mr. Masatoshi Sasaki, IPC turned over to the Laguna Technopark Association Incorporated (LTAI) an Isuzu Traviz lightweight truck fitted with a customized ambulance body, which the later purchased to add to its emergency operations inside the park.

On the same day, IPC showed its continuous support to LTAI by donating one unit of Isuzu PUV, to help augment the association’s daily operations shuttling its park employees and tenants.

In his speech, Koso lauded LTAI for its deep and genuine concern for its people, especially in the midst of a raging pandemic. “Times like these are indeed difficult as the crisis stretches on. That is why we need companies like LTAI that are willing to go above and beyond mere business by putting their employees and tenants first. IPC has vowed to provide support to such an organization with a heart for making other people’s welfare a priority.”

Koso added that with these two additional units, the association would further enhance the level of service for its stakeholders. “IPC is delighted to help LTAI transport COVID-19 suspected patients to hospitals or any healthcare facilities. We firmly believe that these Isuzu PUV and Isuzu Traviz ambulance—with its renowned durability, comfort, and safety—would support your future operations in terms of providing swift, efficient, and unhampered transportation.”

Aside from the Traviz Ambulance unit, LTAI is also set to purchase another Isuzu light commercial vehicle, an Isuzu D-MAX pick-up to be used as a security service unit within the year.

IPC’s main office and manufacturing plant is  located inside the Laguna Technopark Inc. (LTI). LTAI was established on October 24, 1991 to further increase harmonized business transactions and communication among the LTI locators by responsibly securing and maintaining the technology park’s common areas.

Isuzu Philippines delivers 25 Traviz barangay emergency response vehicles to Tiaong, Quezon

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Isuzu Philippines delivered 25 Traviz lightweight trucks to the municipality of Tiaong in Quezon Province last week. The units are to be deployed as barangay-based ambulances and are fitted out with utility van (UV) rear bodies configured for emergency response roles with single-side foldaway benches and rear AC extended ducting.

Press Statement by Isuzu Philippines Corp. (IPC), ” Isuzu PH turns over 25 Traviz units to Tiaong LGU,” 2021:

The progressive municipality of Tiaong in Quezon Province will be seeing a fleet of Isuzu Traviz light duty trucks performing efficient and effective multi-purpose duties for its citizens.

In a simple turn over ceremony held last January 11, Isuzu Philippines Corporation turned over 25 units of its lightweight truck, Traviz, fitted with emergency response-type utility van body to local officials of Tiaong at the municipal grounds.

IPC executives, led by Sales Division Head Joseph Bautista, Dealer Sales Department Head Mario Ojales, and Dealer Sales Section Head Danny Nunez, along with officers of the facilitating dealership Isuzu Pagbilao, namely its President and General Manager Marcel B. Tolentino, Sales Director Marcel Joseph A. Tolentino, and Truck Elite Sales Executive Rolan Isaac Torres, were on hand to turn over the Traviz units to Tiaong officials led by Mayor Ramon Preza, Vice Mayor William Razon, and Councilor JP Preza. With 25 barangay captains of the municipality, to whom each unit will be assigned, were also present to witness the event.

In his special message, Bautista reiterated that, through the Traviz, IPC continues its strong partnership with various sectors of Philippine society, especially in public service, in order to fulfill its commitment to be “Your Responsible Partner”.

“We are confident that these Isuzu Traviz lightweight trucks will perform even beyond expectations for the different barangays here in Tiaong, and you can count on its durability and reliability that your municipality made a very wise investment in purchasing these Isuzu trucks—because an Isuzu truck really goes a long way,” he said.

The Isuzu Traviz is powered by the Euro 4-rated 4JA1 2.5-liter Direct Injection Common Rail Blue Power diesel engine mated to a 5-speed manual transmission, and is rated to carry up to 1.6 tons of payload, the heaviest in the lightweight truck category. This makes it ideal for the Traviz to offer numerous advantages, such as interior cab spaciousness with wider cabins and better legroom, and a more ergonomic and comfortable—thus safer—driving position. Better maneuverability and the short turning radius of 4.5 meters make the Traviz ideal for multi-purpose trips in various barangays.

Apart from these features, two other key factors that made the Tiaong local government decide to purchase the Traviz were Isuzu Philippines’ commitment to comprehensive aftersales and nationwide parts availability, and their long-standing relationship with Isuzu Pagbilao who has been consistently assisting the municipality in its transportation needs.

To know more about the Traviz and the rest of Isuzu Philippines’ world-class roster of commercial vehicles, log on to www.isuzuphil.com, or call your nearest Isuzu dealership.

Isuzu Philippines completes 46-truck turnover to Nutriasia affiliate First PGMC

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Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) has completed delivery of 46 N-Series light duty trucks to First PGMC Enterprises, Inc., an affiliate of Nutriasia, Inc.. The leading truckmaker made good on the fleet order for 21 units NMR85, 13 units NPR85 and 12 units of NQR75 trucks as coursed by First PGMC through the leasing facilities of Orix Rental Corporation.

An event celebrating the completing turnover of units was held on the premises of Isuzu Taytay, the IPC dealership that had served the order from First PGMC. During the turnover event, IPC assistant division head for sales Hirohito Nakaguro lauded the partnership between Isuzu Philippines and Orix Rental, adding that addressing customers’ ever-changing needs and circumstances has been a major factor behind IPC’s long-running market dominance.

In their press statement for the event, Isuzu also said that First PGMC Enterprises, through their Orix Rental arrangements, can count on after-sales support including readily available parts from the 45 Isuzu dealerships and service centers nationwide.