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Francisco Motors Calls Out RACE Program: “A Subsidy for Foreign Automakers, A Betrayal of Filipino Innovation”
Manila, Philippines — September 3, 2025 – Francisco Motors, the country’s original and only Filipino-owned automotive manufacturer since 1947, has issued a strong statement against the recently issued RACE Program (Draft JAO No. 01-2025 – DOF-DBM-DTI-BOI Joint Admin Order re RACE Program), calling it a repeat of past foreign-biased policies that sidelined Filipino innovators. Chairman Elmer
No Budget for Filipino Jeepney Makers: DTI’s USec Told Congress
Manila | August 2025 — At the Congressional Budget Hearing, the mask finally slipped. The Department of Trade and Industry’s own Undersecretary said it loud and clear: there is no budget to support local manufacturers of modernized jeepneys. Read that again. No budget. No plan. No priority. ❌ Betrayal in Broad Daylight For years, local
Francisco Motors Responds to RACE Program: Seeking Real Government Support, Not Empty Promises
August 29, 2025 | Manila — In light of recent reports and televised hearings mentioning Francisco Motors as a participant in the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) new RACE Program (Revitalizing the Automotive Industry for Competitiveness Enhancement), Chairman Elmer Francisco has released a strong statement calling for clarity, fairness, and genuine support for local
Hundreds of New Michelle Francisco Styles Just Dropped — Shop the Collection Everyone’s Talking About
Los Angeles, CA – August 2025 – Get ready, fashion lovers—because this month, Michelle Francisco has just unveiled hundreds of brand-new products, and shoppers across America can’t get enough. The Filipina-owned, woman-led fashion powerhouse, now valued at over $12.9 billion in inventory, is bringing even more variety, inclusivity, and affordable luxury to everyday women. Whether
Francisco Motors LLC Acquires Philippine Entity, Expands Global Operations to the U.S.
Los Angeles, California / Manila, Philippines — In a bold move to strengthen its global footprint and overcome challenges at home, Francisco Motors LLC (USA) has officially acquired eFrancisco Motor Corporation (Philippines), including all of its intellectual property rights, trademarks, and product lines. The acquisition marks a historic shift for the 78-year-old Filipino automotive brand,
Michelle Francisco Unveils Thousands of New Fashion Pieces — Redefining Luxury, Style, and Everyday Glamour
New York, USA — The fashion world has entered a new era. Michelle Francisco has just unveiled thousands of new pieces in her growing fashion line, marking one of the most exciting and ambitious expansions in recent years. From runway-worthy gowns to street-smart everyday wear, and from luxury accessories to statement pieces, this launch cements