Kia Philippines is expanding the Carnival luxury MPV line-up with a Turbo HEV. The new Carnival Turbo HEV marks the Korean auto brand’s foray into hybrid electric vehicles and serves as a major evolution for its longest running nameplate in the Philippines.

Ford Philippines’ experiential test drive roadshow, Ford Island Conquest (FIC) is making another stop in Luzon in Baliwag, Bulacan on November 22 to 24, 2024.

Nissan Philippines is celebrating 55 years with a two-day celebration at the Venice Piazza, Venice Grand Canal Mall in Taguig City. It will be showcase of innovation and excellence at Nissan Unstoppable at 55 with exhibits, test drives, and special offers.

Ferrari held the regional launch of its newest supercar, the F80, at the Universo Ferrari immersive experience in Bangkok, Thailand. The F80 joins other iconic models such as the F40, F50, and the La Ferrari.

In case you missed it, BYD Cars Philippines launched the Seal 5 DM-i—its first-ever sub-compact that happens to be a plug-in hybrid and priced starting at just P 948,000. Destroying the market norm—which would normally be poverty-spec small cars—the high amount of standard tech will drive the difference to first-time car buyers.

BYD Cars Philippines is set to electrify the sub-compact sedan segment with the arrival of the Seal 5 DM-i. Following the disruptive formula the Sealion 6 DM-i (read our review), it offers class-above features and technology with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, all for a starting price of just P 948,000 (watch our first impressions).

Ferrari brings Universo Ferrari, an immerse exhibition, to Southeast Asia for the first time. Showcasing the world of Ferrari encompassing their race cars, sports cars, and even lifestyle, this ultimate display of passion for the Prancing Horse serves as the regional debut of two new Ferrari sportscars: the Ferrari F80 and the Ferrari 12Cilindri.

Hyundai has unwrapped the Ioniq 9—its three-row, all-electric SUV that fuses cutting-edge design with innovative technology and an expansive interior space.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) commences the development of the Toyota Carcar Service Center in Cebu. Located in Barangay Ocaña, Carcar City, the center is designed to provide high-quality, reliable car services, further enhancing the Toyota ownership experience for both current and future customers in the region.

Ultra-luxury and high-performance models from Porsche, Audi, Lamborghini, and Bentley are offered through exclusive ownership packages at the PGA Cars High-End Weekend. The event is set on November 23 and 24 at the PGA Cars Studio in Greenhills.

MG Motor Philippines announces the opening of its newest dealership in Lipa, Batangas, the latest addition to the brand’s expanding dealership network that offers convenient access for customers in the area and nearby provinces.

The days of boring hybrid cars are over. If you want a greener means of transportation, you can now do so without the expense of style points and some street cred from your friends. And of course, if looks are important to you, a hybrid that stands out is a must.

Lexus Philippines is showcasing its line-up of hybrid and electric vehicles in the Queen City of the South: Cebu.

I’ve already driven the Audi Q8 e-tron before; only it was more on fun driving than anything else. I didn’t bother putting it to its limit range-wise, because that would mean I can’t enjoy its 408 horses and 664 Nm of pull. I just treated it like I would my phone: charge it when you have time so that you always have a good amount of range buffer. What I consumed for the day, I made up for by charging it at night.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) proudly announces its recent achievement of the ISO 9001:2015 certification for its Quality Management System. The certificate was officially awarded by TÜV Rheinland in a formal ceremony on November 11, 2024, led by IPC President Mr. Tetsuya Fujita.

When Jaguar Land Rover, now officially known as JLR, introduced the “House of Brands” concept last year, it raised some eyebrows particularly on their plans to re-organize themselves into four brands. As Jaguar finds itself in the middle of a radical transformation, the iconic British luxury brand has been reimagined with “Exuberant Modernism.”

The Mazda CX-60 is getting some blink-and-you’ll-miss-it updates for 2025; and get this, the most important bits have already been applied to the Philippine spec models for some time.

The Ford Ranger may still not be enough truck for those who need next-level work capability. This is where the 2026 Ranger Super Duty will come in.

Chevrolet Philippines brought back a familiar name in the MPV arena with the new Chevrolet Captiva. This 7-seater has undergone major changes that only made it more enticing for buyers looking to move up to an MPV or have their first family car. With lots of choices in the market right now, how does the Chevrolet Captiva stand out? Here are 5 reasons that make it appealing over its rivals.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), through its dealership Isuzu Cebu, officially turned over 22 brand-new Isuzu Traviz L units with Utility Van body to the City of Talisay Cebu. The turnover ceremony took place during Mayor Gerald Anthony Gullas Jr.’s State of the City Address (SOCA), showcasing a commitment to public safety and disaster preparedness.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), in collaboration with two-time Olympic medalist (and Global Team Toyota Athlete) gymnast Carlos Yulo held a two-day gymnastics camp. The camp focused on Carlos’ commitment to giving back to the community, aiming to inspire and empower young gymnasts by providing opportunities to help them become better athletes.

GAC Aion Philippines (not to be mistaken with GAC Motor Philippines) is expanding to Iloilo in a bid to make electric vehicles more accessible to Filipino customers.

JMC pickups, distributed by Astara, is offering a range of discounts and financing options until December on both the Grand Avenue and Vigus models.

Hyundai’s hot compact, the Elantra N, just got hotter with the introduction of the new Elantra N TCR Edition. The Elantra N TCR Edition embodies the DNA of Hyundai Motorsports and is designed to boost “N-thusiasm” for those who love driving.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) continues to expand its dealer network as it officially inaugurates its 35th dealership, Hyundai Cebu Talisay, in partnership with Auto Global Inc.

If you’re wondering why Ford has yet to bring in their EVs like the Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning, their research reveals that the infrastructure remains a concern. When the question came to electrified vehicles in general, majority of Filipinos (56 percent) still favor a conventional combustion vehicle. Still, the remaining 44 percent have a strong, positive look on the benefits of owning an electrified vehicle, especially a hybrid.

Astara-led GAC Motor Philippines continues its successive expansion throughout the country, launching GAC Motor Angeles in partnership with DreamCar Unlimited Automotive Corporation, with its inauguration held on November 14.

Just before Subaru’s decision to discontinue the nameplate, the Legacy has been inducted into the Japan Automotive Hall of Fame this 2024. This is the third Subaru vehicle selected as a Japan Automotive Hall of Fame Heritage Vehicle following the Subaru 360 in 2004 and Subaru 1000 in 2017.

Petron Corporation announces the launch of its latest campaign, “Tapat Sa’yo.” This new initiative reinforces Petron’s commitment to putting customers first, ensuring they receive the best in quality, service, and value.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) concluded the 2024 season of its annual motorsports series, the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup (TGR Philippine Cup). Racing prodigy Iñigo Anton from Toyota Balintawak – Obengers Racing Team, back-to-back champ Alain Alzona from Toyota General Santos – Chooks-To-Go Racing Team, consistent top performer Bong Garbes from Inbox – Toyota San Fernando, and sim racer turned circuit racer Russel Reyes secured wins in their respective classes after three race weekends.

Honda Cars Philippines is closing 2024 with bigger savings on its vehicles, including the CR-V RS e:HEV, City RS, and BR-V S CVT. The Honda Holiday Deals promo runs until November 30, 2024 offering cash discounts and extended financing loan terms (up to 84 months) for a lower monthly payment.

Hyundai Motor announces the appointment of José Muñoz as the company’s President and CEO, effective January 1, 2025. Muñoz will lead the Korean automaker’s global business, succeeding current President and CEO Jaehoon Chang, who has been promoted to the Vice Chair of Hyundai Motor Group.

Despite the market’s shift to crossovers and SUVs, Lexus is not giving up on its ES mid-sized sedan. The seventh-generation Lexus ES just received a wealth of updates six years after it was first launched in 2018.

BYD Cars Philippines opens its newest showroom located along EDSA Balintawak in Quezon City. It is BYD’s first dealership along the bustling gateway to the north and the first of its showrooms to have an operational DC charger.

Changan is celebrating its first anniversary under Inchcape Philippines by raffling off a Uni-T Midnight Edition. Until December 31, 2024, customers have the chance to win one of the limited-edition SUVs.

Just two months after taking over management of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), private sector operator New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) says a series of improvements already made or are underway at the country’s main international gateway.

Inchcape Philippines, distributor of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM Trucks in the Philippines, under its IC Automotive Inc. operations welcomes the holiday season with its “Legendary Drive, Unmatched Deals” promo.

Nissan has received its eighth consecutive gold award from the Work With Pride organization for being an LGBTQ+-friendly workplace, specifically in Japan.

Have you got P 312 million to spare? Well, if you do, you could be a proud owner of a 2017 Bugatti Chiron. This Chiron, along with a red one, were seized early this year by the Bureau of Customs for being smuggled into the country.

The all-new MG HS compact SUV has received the highest possible safety rating from the European New Car Assessment Program or Euro NCAP. The new MG SUV excelled in both adult and child occupant protection as well as having features designed to protect vulnerable road users.

Hyundai Motor Philippines returns to the Auto Focus Test Drive Festival. Hyundai is one of fifteen brands present at the SM MOA Concert Grounds until November 17, 11 AM to 9 PM.

Honda Cars Philippines is recalling 16,831 vehicles for faulty fuel pump covering a wide variety of vehicles from the Jazz to the Civic Type R.

Confused about the difference between Zeekr and Lynk & Co? Well, don’t worry. It’s going to be simpler from now on as parent company Geely will integrate these two brands aimed at eliminating duplication and saving costs.

Kia has confirmed the arrival of the EV3 to the Asia-Pacific (ASEAN) region starting in 2025. The compact SUV is poised to become the new entry-point in Kia’s battery electric vehicle range and will join the EV6 and EV9.

GAC Motor Philippines, under global mobility leader Astara, expands its presence in Central Luzon with a groundbreaking ceremony for GAC Motor Nueva Ecija last November 12, 2024.

In a continuous move to strengthen its brand presence and improve customer service in the Visayas region, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) held the grand opening for three dealerships now featuring the new Isuzu Outlet Standard (IOS) last November 6 to 9, 2024.

Lexus is closing 2024 with exclusive ownership packages across its line-up of luxury vehicles. Whether you’re looking for a sedan or SUV, electrified or not, Lexus now makes ownership more attainable thanks to zero percent interest on financing. Cash buyers, meanwhile, stand to make their ownership much easier.

For the first time since its launch at the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) last month, the New Ford Ranger Raptor 3.0L V6 will be available for test drive to the motoring public at the Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival.

VinFast is the best-selling automotive brand in its home market of Vietnam both for the month of October and for the first 10 months of 2024.