November 2, 2025 | 12:00am
MANILA, Philippines — Motorcycle sales accelerated by 21 percent in September from a year ago, amid high transport costs and road congestion.
In a statement the Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association Inc. (MDPPA) said that the motorcycle industry maintained its strong momentum with total sales reaching 171,155 units in September from 141,202 units in the same month last year.
In terms of regional distribution, Luzon continued to account for over half or 56 percent of September’s total with 95,712 units sold.
Meanwhile, the Visayas and Mindanao regions each contributed 22 percent of total sales, with 37,675 and 37,768 units sold respectively.
Total motorcycle sales from January to September reached 1.398 million, up by 12.8 percent from the 1.239 million sold during the same period in 2024.
“Motorcycles remain a popular choice among Filipinos due to several key factors. They offer an affordable means of personal mobility, especially at a time when economic uncertainties have placed pressure on household budgets,” MDPPA’s marketing committee chairperson Toni Boi Acuesta said.
He said motorcycles are ideal for daily use, citing fuel efficiency and low maintenance costs.
“Riders can also cut through traffic much easier, allowing for quicker and more convenient travel,” he said.
MDPPA remains optimistic about the industry’s performance and expects to continue to see a positive trend for the rest of the year.
MDPPA president Alexander Cumpas said the motorcycles’ affordability, ease of use and ability to navigate traffic are expected to continue to fuel steady growth in sales until yearend.
“As 2025 enters its final quarter, all signs point to a strong finish for the motorcycle industry, reaffirming its role as a vital part of the country’s transportation landscape,” Cumpas said.