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May 31, 2024

PGA World Of Supercars Heads To Powerplant Mall This May 31 To June 2

PGA Cars is set to transform the Power Plant Mall in Rockwell, Makati City into a haven for gearheads and aficionados of the finer things in life. From fully electric sports cars to opulent grand tourers, the exhibit promises to fascinate visitors with some of the most prestigious vehicles from Porsche, Audi, and Bentley.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is launching the new 2024 D-Max this June 20, 2024 at the Central Atrium of the SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City. The event will be followed by a three-day display and test drive at Block 20 of the SM MOA Complex.

Motor Image Pilipinas has reached out in connection with the impending closure of parent Tan Chong International Limited (TCIL)’s decision to shutdown the Subaru assembly plant in Thailand at the end of the year.

Chevrolet Philippines Offering Discounts Up To P 2-Million Until June 30

Chevrolet Philippines is offering up to P 2-million in discounts as well as low down payment schemes, and attractive monthly amortization packages across its entire line-up with their Drive to Greatness promo.

Astara Philippines continues to grow in great strides with their successive dealer launches, as it welcomes the Angcore Motor Group to its growing family of dealer partners with the grand opening of GAC Motor General Santos.

Shell Fleet Solutions recently launched its collaboration with telematics leader, Cartrack, in the Philippines. Through the first-of-its-kind collaboration, both partners will leverage their respective expertise in vehicle and fuel insights to offer businesses a holistic view of their drivers’ vehicle and automated fueling analytics, ultimately helping them achieve operational efficiencies.

Amidst an unsustainable business case in Thailand, Tanchong Subaru Automotive Thailand (TCSAT) will cease production at its assembly base in Thailand at the end of the year. The announcement was made in a filing by Tan Chong International Limited (TCIL) with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Asian Honda Motor Co., Ltd., announced today the winning of prestigious safety-related awards in various categories at the ASEAN NCAP (ASEAN New Car Assessment Program) Grand Prix Awards 2024, which was held in Bangkok, Thailand.

Citing carbon as the enemy, Toyota has vowed to continue developing the internal combustion engine; a stance it shares with two other Japanese automakers: Subaru and Mazda.

Mazda Says Rotary Engine Is Central To Their Carbon Neutrality Plans

Mazda will continue to develop its trademark rotary engine even in the era of electrification. This was revealed in a joint press conference along with Subaru and Toyota. The three automakers have committed themselves to develop new internal combustion engines, while others including Nissan and Honda, are set to abandon them altogether.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) continues to broaden its horizons with the recent inauguration of the new Hyundai pop-up store at Robinsons North Tacloban. On the same day, a ceremonial site groundbreaking of the Hyundai Tacloban dealership also took place along National Highway, Palo, Leyte.

This is your first official look at the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid—one that uses a Toyota-derived full hybrid system.

The Porsche 911 has gone hybrid. The 2025 911 Carrera GTS becomes the first street-legal 911 equipped with Porsche’s T-Hybrid system—a lightweight performance-oriented electrified system.

Nissan formally appoints Yasuhisa Masuda as the President of Nissan Philippines, Inc. (NPI) during their official handover ceremony. The event was attended by Jose Roman, Nissan Senior Vice President and Global Sales and head of Infiniti, and Toshihiro Fujiki, new Nissan ASEAN and Thailand President.

5 Things You Should Know About The Jetour T2

In today’s world, when someone is committing to buy a car, it is important to be mindful of its specifications. Here are some key points you should know about the Jetour T2.

Bentley Manila reintroduces Mulliner—the brand’s customization series into the country to offer customers a higher level of personalization that goes above and beyond what a regular Bentley model offers.

Race Your Way To The Singapore Grand Prix With Red Bull Racers

Red Bull is offering Filipino motorsports enthusiasts with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the Singapore Grand Prix live. One lucky winner will enjoy an all-expenses-paid trip for two to watch Max Verstappen and the Red Bull Racing team at the Singapore Grand Prix from September 19 to 23, 2024.

More than just offering financial support, VinFast’s parent company, Vingroup has provided their fledging auto brand with a comprehensive technological ecosystem that accelerates their innovation.

Amidst a competitive EV landscape, VinFast’s quick global expansion is fueled by no less than the backing of its parent company, Vingroup. With a robust financial foundation, Vingroup empowers VinFast to push the EV revolution forward.

Astara Philippines welcomes the Autohub Group to its growing family of dealer partners with the grand opening of GAC Motor Sumulong Highway.

Ahead of its Australian market launch, the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro scored a perfect 5-star safety rating from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program or ANCAP. This is the third Chery model to receive the maximum rating following the Omoda 5 and Tiggo 7 Pro.

Review: 2024 GWM Tank 300

The cars an automaker produces is typically seen as a reflection of their local market’s evolving tastes and preferences. This is why American car brands often produce large, hefty vehicles meant for straightaways, while Europeans tend to favor small, agile vehicles meant for tighter confines. The same goes for Asian models where Koreans still have a wide selection of sedans (very popular over there), while the Japanese have much more compact models on offer.

When Kia launched the Seltos nameplate in the Philippines in 2020, there was no doubt they had big aspirations for it; after all, it was going to compete in the fast-growing, and lucrative compact crossover segment. But even after getting the foundations mostly right (it had pretty good levels of mechanical polish), alas, it never found mainstream success due to the sheer number of entrants, all of which offered more standard equipment simply because they were all from mainland China.

Bellevue Manila Switches On EV Charger

Demonstrating an unwavering commitment to sustainability and exceptional guest services, The Bellevue Manila proudly announces the launch of its E-Vehicle Charging Station. This establishes The Bellevue Manila as one of the pioneers among Muntinlupa hotels in providing this innovative and eco-friendly amenity.

2025 Kia EV3 To Offer 600-kilometer Range, Built-In Gaming

Kia is expanding its EV range with the reveal of the Kia EV3—the company’s dedicated compact EV SUV. Drawing on the advanced technology pioneered by the EV6 and EV9, the EV3 broadens Kia’s range with its bold design, innovative tech, and groundbreaking features.

General Tire has re-entered the Philippine market now distributed by YHI Philippines, a distributor of automotive products such as tires, lubricants, and industrial batteries.

After opening reservation books last February, Ford Philippines is now ready to start retail sales of the all-new Bronco. Available in a solitary variant: the Bronco Outerbanks with Sasquatch package, this five-door, five-seater Go Over Any Terrain (GOAT) SUV retails for P 4.998-million.

Chery Auto PH Issues Service Inspection Recall For Tiggo 5X Pro SUV

UPDATE: Omoda & Jaecoo issued a statement. See the quote below.

Did Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines just blatantly lie regarding the snapping rear axle issue on its Omoda 5? After assuring us that the issue is limited to just models produced at Omoda (Chery)’s assembly plant in Malaysia, the same issue has now popped up on a different, but related Chery model: the Tiggo 5X Pro.

The Lamborghini 634, the code name for the successor to the Huracán that will join the High Performance Electrified Vehicle (HPEV) line-up, will be equipped with a twin-turbo V8 engine, combined with a hybrid system incorporating three electric motors and an 8-speed dual clutch gearbox for a maximum output of over 900 horsepower.

After the LTO inadvertently leaked out the engine specifications of the all-new 2024 Land Cruiser Prado for the Philippine market, more information regarding the 7-seater luxury SUV is making its way onto the internet.

BAIC, which made its public launch at last month’s Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), signed eight dealer group partners to help them grow their retail and service network. These are: ANGs Automotive Group (Iloilo), Angcore Motor Group (Davao), AutoSpeedyGo Group (Marilao), Automotive Icon Inc. (Alabang), Autonomics Motor Corp (Tuguegarao), Laus Auto Group (Pampanga), Magnet Motors (Cagayan De Oro), and Oro Autoworld (Zamboanga). The dealerships are set to commence sales operations by the month of June.

Kia Sonet Arrives In The Philippines With P 770K Starting Price

The Kia Sonet, the brand’s latest crossover offering, is now in the Philippines. Initial stocks of the small SUV are already in the country ahead of its official introduction this June.

Summertime occurs year-round in the Philippines. This makes window films an absolute must for every new vehicle owner. With so many brands out on the market, there are only a few significant ways to make sure that you are getting the best pick of the lot. And when we say “best,” it means that the brand not only ticks the boxes when it comes to the product, but also is a cut above when we speak of technique, service, and aftersales. This is what makes Avery Dennison the premiere window film brand today.

Nissan is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year so it’s only right for them to come up with special edition cars to commemorate that. One of their vehicles to get the 90th Anniversary Edition treatment is the Nissan Kicks e-Power, and this is how it looks like.

Chery Auto Philippines (CAP) is now ready to cater to its valued customers in the City of Smiles, Bacolod City under the management of Angs Automotive Incorporated.

The Department of Energy (DOE) is mandating local petroleum players to use higher biodiesel blends starting this October until 2026.

After revealing its refreshed design earlier this year, Honda has released more info on the refreshed 2025 Civic. Set to debut for the North American market, it previews the possible upcoming new Civic headed for other regions, including ASEAN, as well.

Are These The Variants, Colors, And Prices Of The 2025 Mitsubishi Xforce?

As Mitsubishi Motors Philippines ramps up its activities leading up to the launch of the Xforce, we finally have some idea as the number of variants, colors, and surprisingly, prices of the new 5-seater crossover SUV.

The cat is out of the bag. Toyota Motor Philippines is set to launch the Toyota Land Cruiser (LC 250). This after its general specs were leaked from documents filed with the government.

Despite a slowdown in global EV sales, Honda isn’t backing down from its aggressive electrification strategy. The Japanese carmaker says it remains committed to going full electric—BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) or FCEV (Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle)—by 2040, their original target.

Nissan Philippines has updated its Navara pickup truck for 2024 giving it an even higher sense of comfort and luxury.

Astara Philippines led the inauguration of the GAC Motor dealership in Iloilo City in Western Visayas. Headlining the inaugural event was the launch of the M6 Pro MPV and the M8 MPV, marking their arrival and the beginning of retail sales in Iloilo City.

In their second statement in as many days, Omoda and Jaecoo Philippines (O&J Philippines) is saying that none of the upcoming Omoda 5 crossovers headed to the market are affected by the snapping axle issue that’s plagued customers in Malaysia.

Singapore will become the site of the 11th Porsche Experience Centre (PEC). Conceptualized from the get-go as both a local and regional site, PEC Singapore will provide driving exhilaration to guests from Southeast Asia.

Finalists Of 2024 Woman Of Worth Award Announced

The Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) has announced the ten finalists for the Woman of Worth (WOW) award.

Despite push back from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) extended its zero-tariff policy to cover hybrids (HEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) until 2028 in a bid to wean the country away from fossil fuels and boost its electrified vehicles market.

BMW will be returning to the Power Plant Mall as SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp., the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, hosts the BMW Summer Escape from May 24 to 26, 2024.

Omoda & Jaecoo Country Manager Responds To Dealer And Snapping Axle Stories

That was quick. Less than a couple of hours after we published two articles detailing some issues surrounding Omoda & Jaecoo (read here and here), Marco Chen, Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines country manager personally reached out and aired his side to the story.

Following refresh of its sister car, the Hyundai Ioniq 5, earlier this year, Kia has now unveiled the facelifted EV6, at least for the Korean market. The update brings aesthetic changes and a larger battery to the EV SUV.

UPDATE: Read the response of O&J Philippines country manager here.

And then there were three. After 10 potential dealers signing Letters of Intent (LOI) with Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines (O&J Philippines) in November LAST YEAR, only three are left to potentially become their inaugural set of dealers.

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