The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) has reinforced its advocacy for road and vehicle safety. The chamber recently signed an E-Commerce Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the country’s leading online shopping marketplaces, aimed at curbing the rampant online sale of fake automotive parts. The agreement was signed on December 12, 2025, in the presence of the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL).
The MOU signing event was led by CAMPI President Atty. Rommel R. Gutierrez, and was witnessed by IPOPHL Acting Director General Nathaniel S. Arevalo. Also present were representatives of online shopping companies, including Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop. The initiative seeks to strengthen consumer protection and uphold vehicle safety standards by addressing the growing concerns over counterfeit or pirated automotive parts sold through online shopping.
“This collaboration could not have come at a more fitting time. As we mark three decades of service to the motoring public, CAMPI continues to strengthen its mission to raise awareness and fight against counterfeit products that compromise the safety of Filipino consumers,” said Gutierrez as he noted the MOU’s alignment with CMPI’s Road and Vehicle Safety Pillar, which highlights the alliance’s long-standing mission to advance industry-wide safety standards.
First implemented in 2021 and facilitated by IPOPHL, the E-Commerce MOU establishes a Code of Practice designed to tackle the proliferation of counterfeit goods online. It also enhances cooperation among signatories through efficient Notice and Takedown procedures initiated by legitimate brand owners, enabling faster action against verified violators.
The agreement gains added significance amid the Philippines’ expanding vehicle population, with Land Transportation Office (LTO) data showing a fleet of approximately 5.8 million vehicles in 2024. This growth fueled demand for aftermarket parts, a segment where fake products are known to circulate, particularly online.
Participating online shopping platforms reiterated their commitment to maintaining transparent and responsive systems to address reports of counterfeit listings. These measures are set to strengthen consumer trust and promote legitimate online transactions with the automotive sector.
IPOPHL welcomed CAMPI’s participation, noting that the use of authentic, genuine automotive spare parts is essential not only for compliance but also for safety, quality, and accountability. CAMPI said that the MOU shows its renewed commitment to consumer protection, fair trade, and higher industry standards through stronger collaborations with both the government and private sectors.
