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January 17, 2025

Honda Cars PH Announces Recall On Select CR-V RS e:HEV SUVs


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is announcing a recall on select CR-V Rs e:HEV SUVs for two issues namely, the High-Pressure Fuel Pump which may result to gasoline fumes and Steering Gearbox snagging, unusual sound, and vibration while turning.

Honda To Nissan: Buy Back Your Shares From Renault If You Want Merger To Happen


After announcing its plan to merge with Nissan, Honda has one request of its soon-to-be-partner: buy back your shares from Renault.

Enhanced Financing Deals Available On Ford Territory, Everest, Ranger, Explorer This January


Start the new year with a brand-new Ford and avail of a number of deals for Ford’s best-selling vehicles until January 31, 2025.

BAIC Opens In Cagayan De Oro


BAIC Philippines has solidified its presence in Northern Mindanao with the opening of its latest dealership in Cagayan de Oro City. Operated by Magnum Motors Corporation, BAIC Cagayan de Oro is now ready to serve the growing automotive market in the region and the 15th BAIC dealership in the country.

January 16, 2025

Lexus To End Production Of RC Sports Coupe By November


Lexus is closing the chapter on its rear-wheel drive coupe, the RC. The Japanese premium brand has announced that both the RC and RC F will cease production by November of this year. And in celebration, they’ve come up with the limited run Final Edition model for both the RC and its high-performance derivative, the RC F.

EDM Artist Alan Walker To Compose Jetour Theme Song


Jetour Auto and Electronic Dance Music (EDM) artist Alan Walker is teaming up for the brand’s soon-to-be-released theme song.

BYD Cars PH Launches P 1.998M Seal Sports Sedan; New Atto 3 SUV For 2025 (w/ Specs)


BYD Cars Philippines aims to sustain its momentum in 2025 with the introduction of two new all-electric models: the BYD Seal Advanced and the new Atto 3. These two new BYD vehicles will be the centerpiece at the first BYD Tech Tour this year happening at Ayala Malls Solenad this Friday, January 17 to Sunday, January 20.

Grab, BYD Expand Partnership To Offer 50,000 EVs To Driver-Partners In Southeast Asia


Grab and BYD have announced a regional partnership to expand access to up to 50,000 BYD electric vehicles (EVs) to Grab’s driver-partners across Southeast Asia, while increasing the availability of green vehicles to Grab users.

January 15, 2025

Refreshed 2025 Hyundai Creta Arrives In ASEAN With Available Turbo Power


After its global debut in India, the refreshed 2025 Creta has also made its way to Indonesia. And since Indonesia is the source of the Creta for the Philippine market, expect it to arrive sometime this year too.

Geely Has Now Sold A Million Coolray SUVs


The Coolray has reached a milestone of having 1 million units sold globally. This makes it Geely’s most exported vehicle and the one with the widest reach worldwide. It also follows their 800,000-unit milestone just last year.

January 14, 2025

The Lexus Electrified Sport Concept Is Coming To Manila


In celebration of the brand’s 16th anniversary in the Philippines, Lexus is bringing in the Lexus Electrified Sport Concept. It will be on display at Lexus Manila from January 17 to 19 and Lexus Mitsukoshi from January 24 to 26.

This R32 GT-R Powered By Electric Motors Is A Sign That Nissan Needs Help


The most obvious sign that Nissan’s R&D department lack of creativity and emotion is found in their decision to create the R32 EV for the Tokyo Auto Salon (read or watch the video at the bottom).

NAIAX, Portions Of Skyway Stage 3 Speed Limit Increased To 80 KPH


SMC Infrastructure announced an increase in the speed limit on the NAIA Expressway (NAIAX) to 80 km/h from 60 km/h effective January 15, 2025. Similar speed limit adjustments will be implemented on straight sections of Skyway Stage 3 starting January 20, 2025. These adjustments follow a comprehensive study conducted by the company’s traffic safety managers.

Lexus Greets 2025 With Personalized Ownership Packages For Select Models


Lexus invites you to start the new year with a journey into luxury, innovation, and craftsmanship. Combining thoughtful design and cutting-edge technology, Lexus models embody what it means to drive in style and comfort.

January 13, 2025

2025 Jaecoo EJ6 Now Available In The Philippines


After starting retail sales of the Omoda C5 and E5, the next vehicle set to be launched by Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines looks to be the boxy all-electric Jaecoo EJ6. In fact, as fledging O&J dealers have them already in stock, its specs and prices have already been (quietly) announced.

2025 Honda Civic Type R Grows Up With Black Package


We love the Honda Civic Type R FL5 (read our review). But, if there’s one complaint we have against it, it’s that there’s just too much red inside. This is all part of the Type R lore, we know, but extending the red not just to the seats, but to the carpets is a bit much to the eyes. Seems there are many who agree because Honda’s come up with the Civic Type R Black Package.

BYD Cars Opens In Fairview And Commonwealth


BYD Cars Philippines strengthens its presence in Metro Manila with the inauguration of two new dealerships under Harmony Auto Philippines: BYD Fairview and BYD Commonwealth.

The BYD Atto 2 Is Destined To Do Battle Against HR-V, Yaris Cross


BYD is expanding the Atto SUV family with the introduction of the Atto 2. Known as the Yuan Up in China and Yuan Pro elsewhere, the Atto 2 is a budget-conscious, all-electric, sub-compact SUV that’s big on tech.

Honda Cars PH Is Discounting The CR-V By As Much As P 200K This Month


Honda Cars Philippines (HCPI) is welcoming 2025 with a barrage of deals running until January 31, 2025. The deals include low all-in down payments, low monthly amortizations, and cash discounts of up to P 200,000!

New Look Isuzu Dealerships Open In Rizal And Taytay


Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), in partnership with AC Motors Automobile Group (AC Motors), announces the grand opening of two new Isuzu Outlet Standard (IOS) dealerships in Rizal and Taytay. The event was led by IPC President Mr. Tetsuya Fujita and AC Motors President Mr. Antonio “Toti” Zara.

January 12, 2025

Review: 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 S HEV


How’s this for a dilemma? Priced at P 1.604 million, the Yaris Cross 1.5 S HEV is more expensive than the base Corolla Cross 1.8 G HEV. That difference, mind you, is significant as the spread between these two models is P 96,000. For a new car buyer, that could mean covering the cost of insurance or scoring a decent set of aftermarket wheels and tires. As one of the few instances in the local auto industry where you have two closely-sized products overlapping one another in terms of price, it begs you to ask: should you go for the smaller but well-kitted crossover or should you go for the bigger but barebones larger SUV?

January 11, 2025

The Subaru WRX STI Makes A Comeback With 300 Horsepower


Subaru fans, this is what you’ve been waiting for: the return of the WRX STI. Three years after Subaru decided to axe plans to come up with a high-performance version of the “VB” WRX, the folks over at Subaru Technica International (STI) has finally weaved their magic in the form of the WRX STI S210.

The Honda Civic Hybrid Is The 2025 North American Car Of The Year


The Honda Civic Hybrid is the 2025 North American Car of the Year. The longest-running new-vehicle awards not associated with a single publication, the Civic Hybrid was judged by 50 automotive journalists from various outlets in the United States and Canada as the best car in North America.

Drift King Keiichi Tsuchiya, Hyundai N Work To Make The Ioniq 5 N DK Edition


Drift King Keiichi Tsuchiya didn’t just give his stamp of approval to the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, he actually helped create a special edition of the all-electric performance car (with the help of Autobacs Seven) which will be sold in Korea and Japan called the Ioniq 5 N Performance DK Edition (or Ioniq 5 N DK Edition for short).

Mazda6 Returns As All-Electric Sedan With A Big Help From China


Mazda has launched an all-new version of the Mazda6 sedan for Europe, and it’s electric. While that sounds like good news, there’s a catch and it’s a big one. See, the Mazda6e, as it’s called, is not 100 percent a Mazda through and through, but rather, it’s built off a platform and runs on a powertrain developed by Changan in China.

NAIA Terminal 1 Opens Main Arrivals Curbside Ending VIP-Only Restriction


New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), the private operator of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), has opened the main arrival curbside at Terminal 1 to all private vehicles, making the once-restricted area accessible to all passengers—not just VIPs.