ABMAP pushes for govt support on local manufacturing of CBU units

MANILA: The Automotive Body Manufacturers Association of the Philippines (ABMAP) is asking the government to support local firms over the large-scale importation of completely built-up (CBU) units.

In a statement, the organization — led by led by its President Vicente Mills Jr. — shared that the aid from the government would be much appreciated as Filipino companies have already invested heavily in plant capability and capacity to produce modern public utility vehicles that meet national standards.

Further, ABMAP also suggested for the formal acknowledgement of the six approved Philippine National Standards (PNS) developed by the Bureau of Philippine Standards in the transportation department’s draft circular.

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According to the group, over 80 percent of the technical specifications were derived from these standards.
The association clarified that the approved PNS cover only body dimensions, while other vehicle components such as engines, brakes, steering, plastics, and rubber parts are already regulated by separate agencies.

Such a push came after the group met with representatives from the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to discuss the ongoing implementation of the Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP).

The meeting revolved around technical specifications for Modern Public Utility Vehicles (PUV), route rationalization, and the critical role of local manufacturers in the success of the program.

The group noted the need for importers and distributors of modern PUV to provide nationwide after-sales support, including competent technicians and readily available spare parts. According to them, the aforementioned initiative will safeguard operators and ensure long-term service reliability.

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