We’re honored to be named a finalist out of over 200 entries at the 24th Henry Ford Awards — the country’s longest-running and most respected award-giving body recognizing excellence in Philippine automotive journalism. Now in its 24th year, the Henry Ford Awards continues to chronicle stories that shape the Philippine automotive scene from groundbreaking technology and lifestyle features to inspiring stories of mobility and innovation.

Landing in the finalist circle is already a win in our book. Our entry, Luisa’s Journey: A Life on an Electric Three-Wheeler, shines a light on a courageous PWD rider who navigates life and daily roads with her e-bike, determination, and an unshakable spirit. Her story proves that mobility isn’t just about machines — it’s about freedom, empowerment, and heart. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/4jXOUYS

Here are the complete names of the finalists:

INDUSTRY CATEGORY AWARDS

Automotive Launch Story of the Year (Print/Online)

  • “First drive: The new Honda Civic is proof you shouldn’t count out sedans” — Anton Luis O. Andres, Top Gear Philippines
  • “May the re-entry of a legend save another from oblivion” — Teresa R. Salazar, Philippine Daily Inquirer
  • “The BYD Seagull is an enticing first entry to EV, now in the Philippines” — Vikka Francisco, The Modern Creatures
  • “The Lexus LBX is a stylish hybrid crossover for P2.968 million” — Samuel Jordan Surla, VISOR

 Automotive Industry Feature of the Year (Print/Online)

  • “Car Ownership 101 – Just say no to an open deed of sale” — Eric Tipan, AutoIndustriya
  • “The 5 most expensive, customs-paid luxury cars you can buy” — Iñigo S. Roces, Manila Bulletin
  • “We Go on a Road Trip from Metro Manila to Mindanao with Motolite” — Novelyn Darza Quiamco, 2Ner
  • “You’ve fully paid for your car in cash—do you still have to wait before it’s released?” — Leandre Mari C. Grecia, Top Gear Philippines

Automotive Tech Story of the Year (Print/Online)

  • “5 Technologies that can impact how we drive in the future” — Dinzo Tabamo, Top Gear Philippines
  • “BMW explores AR glasses, generative AI assistants, in-vehicle gaming with controllers, more” — Vikka Francisco, The Modern Creatures
  • “Is a Collision-Free Society Possible with the Latest Safety Features Technology?” — Ramoncito ‘Monch’ Henares, Motourismo.ph
  • “Why the included dashcam of the Toyota Corolla Cross is more important than you think” — Samuel Jordan Surla, VISOR 

Automotive Vehicle Review of the Year (Article)

  • “2024 Changan X7 Plus: Rooting for the Underdog” — Shariffa Dizon, Power Wheels Magazine
  • “2024 Nissan GT-R: True antithesis” — Carlos Miguel Divino, YugaAuto
  • “My first dance with a Ferrari” — Samuel Jordan Surla, VISOR
  • “The P14.49-M Range Rover Sport is worth every darn peso” — Leandre Mari C. Grecia, Top Gear Philippines

 Automotive Lifestyle Story of the Year (Print/Online)

  • “65 going on 45, a long-running AUV story” — Teresa R. Salazar, Philippine Daily Inquirer
  • “Cycling in Metro Manila will give you these 5 superpowers” — Frank Schuengel, VISOR
  • “Luisa’s Journey: A Life on an Electric Three-Wheeler” — Kristoffer Lim, Motortech.ph
  • “The Man With A 1,000-Peso Bill” — Enrique Garcia, Daily Tribune

Automotive Electric Vehicle Story of the Year (Print/Online)

  • “Electric vehicle FAQs (frequently asked questions) answered” — Iñigo S. Roces, Manila Bulletin
  • “EV Life Without the Hassle? Here’s the Best Way to Transition.” — Ramoncito ‘Monch’ Henares, Monchster Chronicles
  • “The Ioniq 5 N just might be the electric GOAT” — Mariano Jose Tamayo, Top Gear Philippines
  • “Validating ten myths about EVs” — Raymond Gregory B. Tribdino, Malaya Business Insight

Automotive Column of the Year

  • “A Road Rage Story from a Gun Owner’s Point of View” — Vince Christian Pornelos, AutoIndustriya
  • “Lolo’s ‘junk’ completes a full (re)cycle” — Teresa R. Salazar, Philippine Daily Inquirer
  • “’Nawalan ng preno’ not a reason for road crashes” — Raymond Gregory B. Tribdino, Malaya Business Insight
  • “The Good and Bad – Should PH have a phase-out scrappage program” — Eric Tipan, AutoIndustriya

Automotive Photograph of the Year (Print/Online)

  • “2024 BYD Sealion DM-I” — Kristoffer Crisostomo, Philippine Daily Inquirer
  • “First Drive – A few laps on the track prove that the 2024 Ford Mustang really is all-new” — Carlo Chungunco, Top Gear Philippines
  • “Formula E” — Samuel Jordan Surla, VISOR
  • “Review: 2024 Ford Bronco Outer Banks Sasquatch Package” — Ellaisa Ruth B. Veluz, Top Gear Philippines

Automotive Short-Form Video of the Year

  • “Lexus LBX Hybrid in the flesh” — Kevin Francisco, The Modern Creatures
  • “Priced the PhP 2.548M in the Philippines, the BYD Seal costs less than other performance EVs in the market while still offering all the power and control you’d want for a vehicle just like this” — Vikka Francisco, The Modern Creatures
  • “The Honda CRV Hybrid RS Edition – should you daily drive it? Here’s 5 reasons why you should” — Aristo Konstantino Tejano, Apex Motoring Ph
  • “The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is our new automotive crush” — Samuel Jordan Surla, VISOR 

Automotive Vehicle Review of the Year (Video)

  • “2024 New Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport: Daily off-roader?” — Kevin Francisco, The Modern Creatures
  • “Can We Make It To La Union in the BYD Atto 3?” — Earl Davidson Lim Lee, AutoDeal
  • “Ferrari Roma Spider launched in PH: The most beautiful car on the market” — Leandre Mari C. Grecia, Top Gear Philippines
  • “Suzuki S-Presso AGS review: The little car with lots to offer!” — Joash Maramara, The Modern Creatures

FORD CATEGORY AWARDS

Ford Automotive Article Feature of the Year

  • “Going buck wild with the Ford Bronco and Mustang” — Samuel Jordan Surla, VISOR
  • “The Ford Mustang is deservedly the sole survivor of muscle cars” — Anton Luis O. Andres, Top Gear Philippines
  • “The Ford Ranger Wildtrak is still a workhorse with a softer side” — Frank Schuengel, VISOR
  • “Why the Next-Gen Ford Territory is an endurance athlete’s choice” — Mark Julius Jucutan, GadgetMatch

Ford Automotive Video Feature of the Year (TV/Online)

  • “2024 Ford Territory Sport Full Review – Is the Territory Still Worth Buying in 2024?” — Alexander Zosa, Jaywalkur Motoring
  • “Driving the 2024 Ford Mustang and Ford Bronco!” — Jacob Fidel Oliva, Philkotse
  • “Ford Raptor T1+ in the Rally of Morocco (ft. Carlos Sainz)” — Carlo Chungunco, Top Gear Philippines
  • “South African Adventure With The 2024 Ford Everest V6! | First Impressions” — Kristopper Santos, AutoDeal

Ford Automotive Short-Form Video of the Year (Social)

  • “‘24 #FordEverest – The SUV That Can Do Everything” — Reph Bangsil
  • “A gasoline V6? In a Ford Ranger?! We’re here for it.” — Elijah Patrick Gutierrez, AutoDeal
  • “Byehe with Ford Everest! Fast Guapo and Comfy SUV! Tara byahe na!” — Ryan Marc Hebron, Riding in Tandem
  • “Here’s why the Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4×4 should be your first pickup truck!” — Jonathan Martin Wu, TheAuto PH
  • “How close car photographers get to nail the perfect shot.” — Carlo Chungunco, Top Gear Philippines

Winners will be announced at the Awards Night on May 5. Congratulations in advance to all the winners! The bonus is that the event will also feature the unveiling of Ford’s two latest vehicles.