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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

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September 3, 2025

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

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August 29, 2025

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

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August 29, 2025

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

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August 28, 2025

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,

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August 27, 2025

Michelle Francisco Opens Exclusive Affiliate Slots — Only One Per State

Los Angeles, CA – August 2025 – The fashion industry’s biggest shake-up this year isn’t just about what’s on the runway—it’s about what’s happening online. Michelle Francisco, the $12.9 billion Filipina-owned, woman-led fashion powerhouse, has just launched its exclusive Affiliate Program, and for now, only 50 people in America will get in. That’s right—just one

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August 24, 2025

The Jeepney’s Spirit, Reimagined for the Future ⚡

Few icons embody the Filipino spirit as much as the jeepney—born from postwar resilience, painted with culture, and driven by purpose. But what happens when this symbol of ingenuity meets the urgency of climate change and the promise of clean energy? In League Magazine’s June 2025 issue, the story of Francisco Motor Corporation (FMC) takes

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August 23, 2025

Michelle Francisco Redefines End-of-Summer Style

Los Angeles, CA – August 2025 – As the summer winds down and Americans get ready for back-to-work routines and fall fashion trends, one name continues to dominate closets from coast to coast: Michelle Francisco. The Filipina-owned, woman-led fashion powerhouse, now valued at over $12.9 billion in inventory, is making August shopping more exciting than

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August 1, 2025

Passion Fuels Francisco Motors’ Bold Expansion into Nigeria

Taguig—As the world increasingly embraces clean mobility, Philippine-based Francisco Motor is charging ahead—literally—by preparing to export its cutting-edge electric jeepney, the Pinoy Transporter, to Nigeria. Breaking New Ground: From Camarines Norte to West Africa In a dynamic move earlier this June, FMC sealed a strategic partnership with Nigerian entrepreneur Emmanuel Akpakwu, owner of Space AI Nigeria

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July 22, 2025

Michelle Francisco Takes Over America’s Wardrobes

Los Angeles, CA – July 2025 – This summer, America’s hottest fashion story isn’t coming from Paris or Milan—it’s happening right here at home. Michelle Francisco, the Filipina-owned, woman-led fashion powerhouse, has officially cemented itself as the name in style for everyday women across all 50 states. With an inventory valued at over $12.9 billion,

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July 1, 2025

Francisco Motors Exports Filipino Jeepneys and Hydrogen Trikes to Africa

Philippine automotive icon takes its 78-year legacy global, starting with Nigeria In a defining milestone for Philippine innovation and legacy, Francisco Motors—the country’s first and 100% Filipino-owned automotive manufacturer—has signed a historic agreement to export electric jeepneys and hydrogen fuel cell-powered tricycles to Benue State, Nigeria. This initiative launches a pioneering sustainable transport program on

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June 10, 2025
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