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Most Jeepneys today are scratch-built by local manufacturers, using different powertrains. Aside from Jeepneys, backyard assemblers in the Philippines construct replica Jeeps with stainless steel bodies and surplus parts, and are called "owner-type jeeps" (as jeepneys are also called "passenger-type jeeps"). [36]
Currently, Auto Nation Group, Inc. (formerly known as CATS Motors, Inc.) is the general importer and distributor of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, parts and accessories in the Philippines. Its history traces back to 1989 when its founder Felix R. Ang opened CATS as a car accessories, tires sales and servicing business.
A multicab is typically assembled in a factory in the Philippines with surplus parts from Japan and South Korea, [2] in contrast to jeepneys, which are usually hand-made. Popular makes are Suzuki models such as the Suzuki Carry , or more its rugged cousin, the Autozam/Mazda Scrum (locally known as "Suzuki" Scrum, due to interchangeability of ...
A Sarao jeepney in Olongapo in 1973. Sarao Motors was established in 1953 by Leonardo Sarao, a former kalesa driver turned mechanic, as a small automotive shop with an initial budget of ₱700 (equivalent to ₱91,211 in 2021).
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Leonardo Salvador Sarao (13 April 1921 – 31 July 2001) was the founder and owner of the Sarao Motors, a company known for designing, manufacturing and selling the jeepney, the most popular mode of transportation in the Philippines.
The Chrysler company was founded by Walter Chrysler on June 6, 1925, [12] [13] when the Maxwell Motor Company (est. 1904) was re-organized into the Chrysler Corporation. [14] [15] The company was headquartered in the Detroit enclave of Highland Park, [16] [17] [18] where it remained until completing the move to its present Auburn Hills location in 1996.
First constructed in 2018, the Hino 300 PUV is available as a Class II with bodywork by Sta. Rosa, [20] Centro, [21] and Hino Philippines, [22] with a capacity of 23 passengers seated and standing. A Class III version is available by Centro, [ 23 ] and Hino Philippines, with 23-25 passengers all seated in a 1+2 abreast, or 2+2 abreast ...