The Manila International Auto Show is the Philippines’ biggest motor show in terms of visitor count, cars on display, and exhibitors. The show was previously known as The Manila International Motor Show.

In 2005, motoring writers Jason K. Ang, Ulysses K. Ang, and Alvin Uy approached Joseph Ang, a founding chairman of Worldbex Services International to talk about the idea of an international grade and industry-based auto show in the Philippines.

In 2006, the MANILA INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW was presented by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) and legitimate establishments and partners in the automotive car industry and ever since, has held annual motor shows.

On the 18th year, the Manila International Auto Show took place on April 13–16, 2023 at World Trade Center Metro Manila (themed "Shaping Mobility"). The new cars launched during this event included: Next-gen Ford Territory, Active versions of Peugeot 3008 and 5008, Subaru Evoltis Facelift, GAC Empow GE, GAC Emkoo, and last but not the least the MHEV versions of Chery Tiggo 5x Pro and 7 Pro, Peugeot 2008 and Traveller. This Event also previewed numerous cars such as the Next-gen Ford Ranger Raptor, Peugeot e-2008, Hyundai Ioniq 6, Hyundai Stargazer GLS Premium+ and Geely GX3 Pro.

On the 17th year, the Manila International Auto Show took place on April 7–10, 2022 at World Trade Center Metro Manila (themed "Setting Gears in Motion"). The new cars launched during this event included: Changan CS35 Facelift, Chery Tiggo 5X Pro and Tiggo 8 Pro, Chevrolet Tahoe, the new and improved Foton Thunder Manual Transmission, the updated GAC GS8, MG HS, Nissan Navara Calibre-X, Peugeot 2008 and Traveller.

The 16th year of the Manila International Auto Show became Online as the country facing the COVID-19 pandemic. MIAS Wired took place on December 16–20, 2020 (themed "Shifting Gears Virtually") through their website and social media platforms. This edition of MIAS makes the debut of Changan Cars in the country, and many local car manufacturers participated in this Event.

On the 15th year, the Manila International Auto Show took place on April 4–7, 2019 at World Trade Center Metro Manila (themed "Experience Fun & Function"). A variety of local car manufacturers showcased new models this year, including Mitsubishi, Nissan, the relaunched Kia Philippines, Volkswagen, Chevrolet, MG, Ford, and Suzuki. In addition to this, the event's extensive aftermarket section as well as its modified and classic car displays will be present.

In its 14th year on April 5 to 8, 2018 at the WTC, the Manila International Auto Show (themed "Work & Play") featured: Chevrolet Malibu, Hyundai Kona, Ioniq Hybrid, all-new Veloster and all-new Santa Fe, Ford Mustang and Expedition, Subaru Eysight, BMW M2 and M1, Isuzu MU-X RZ4E, Suzuki Dzire, JAC Cars, and more. Plus, die-cast miniature display, beautiful models, Russ Swift Stunt Show, test drive your favorite cars, and more activities in MIAS 2018