We all have experienced the brunt brought about by this ongoing global health crisis. We have been burdened, not just by limited movement caused by strict quarantines or by unemployment due to a shuttered economy, but most importantly by the havoc that has claimed millions of lives around the world, including those of our beloved colleagues, friends and even loved ones, threatening — even — our very own existence that we very much hold dear.

In turn, the pandemic has reminded us — or those of us left who survived it — that life is ever fleeting. It reminded us that our lives and the lives of others, particularly those close to us, are much more important than anything on this earth. Moreover, it has taught us the basics. And this does not include that precious Lamborghini parked in your garage or that hundred grand Rolls-Royce umbrella carefully tucked in your car door. In short, it has further taught us the essence of humanity. And as we slowly recover from the pandemic's harmful effects, we carry these lessons with us.

In the automotive industry, for example, its movers and shakers know this, in particular.

Recently, during the press conference of the 8th Philippine International Motor Show, this — in fact — was further emphasized.

Here, all the members of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. were present after the much-anticipated biennial event's four-year hiatus.

CAMPI president, Atty. Rommel Gutierrez during the press conference even said, "Through this comeback, we want to highlight the industry's role not only as an engine for economic growth and development, but also its higher purpose of moving humanity forward through innovations for the common good. And with that, I'm proud to introduce our theme for this year's Philippine International Motor Show: Mobility + Humanity."