Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP), through its luxury brand Lexus Philippines, solidified its commitment to the Philippine Chairship of ASEAN 2026, as the official vehicle for the summit’s highest-level engagements. The ASEAN Summit was held in Cebu May 6-8, 2026.
In line with the summit’s theme, Navigating Our Future, Together, TMP reinforced its commitment to delivering secure, seamless mobility for ASEAN leaders through electrified and sustainable solutions.
As the official mobility partner, Lexus deployed a fleet of electrified vehicles to support the transportation needs of heads of state and official delegates. These included Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) models such as the Lexus LS500 and LM350, underscoring a shared vision for regional sustainability and innovation. The fleet was utilized across key summit locations, including Cebu and Manila, ensuring refined, reliable mobility throughout the event.
“By serving as the official mobility partner for ASEAN 2026, we aim to demonstrate how secure, seamless mobility can coexist with a deep commitment to nation-building and a sustainable future,” said Masando Hashimoto, president of TMP.
“Through our electrified lineup, we are providing more than just transport for the region’s highest-level engagements, but we are also showcasing a forward-thinking pathway to electrified elegance that prioritizes both quiet refinement and our collective responsibility toward a greener, more resilient ASEAN.”
The ASEAN National Organizing Council (NOC) emphasized how the partnership signaled an important focus on sustainability within the region. The deployment of electrified vehicles was fitting for the critical dialogues on environmental sustainability, climate resilience, and energy security among regional leaders and policymakers.
The Lexus fleet: Sustainable luxury and power
This move further highlighted the “Lexus Electrified” vision, which continues to offer a range of vehicles, including the all-electric RZ, as well as hybrids like the RX 350h and the NX350h, that combine comfort and luxury with lower-emission mobility.
To support this mission, Lexus continues to highlight its robust charging and dealer support network, ensuring that premium electric driving is practical and convenient across key areas in the country, from Lexus Manila Gallery to 14 participating Toyota dealers nationwide.
The LM’s luxurious interiors
Toyota and Lexus’ participation was part of the ASEAN 2026 Corporate Citizenship Programme, which integrates private sector innovation to elevate the hosting of the 48th and 49th ASEAN Summits.
On top of the Lexus shuttles for regional leaders, TMP also supported the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) by providing shuttle van service for working members involved in hosting key events such as the ASEAN-BAC 106th Council Meeting, the ASEAN Business & Investment Summit (ABIS), and the ASEAN Business Awards (ABA).
The Philippines also assumed the chairship of the ASEAN-BAC, guided by the theme “Advancing Prosperity for All,” with a particular focus on building economic corridors, strengthening regional supply chains, empowering MSMEs, and advancing a digital and AI-enabled ASEAN.
