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February 26, 2024

Driven To Challenge: Meet The 2024 Changan X7 Plus 7-Seater SUV

As one of the Top 4 automotive brands in China, Changan Auto is one of the pioneers in the Chinese domestic auto industry. Its dedication to research and product development makes Changan one of the most formidable automotive brands to set foot on the global stage, highlighted by its in-car Smart Mobility technology and the introduction of Electric Vehicles (EV).

Honda has completed the renovation of the Honda Collection Hall at the Mobility Resort Motegi in Tochigi, Japan (read our walkthrough). The facility that conveys the history of Honda will re-open to the public on March 1, 2024.

Hyundai Trucks & Buses Hataw Deals Offers Low Down Payment Of Just P 3K

Hyundai Truck & Bus Philippines launches its newest sales promo, “Hataw Deals!” It offers exceptional financing packages for the Hyundai HD45GT and the HD78GT until March 31, 2024.

The Chevrolet Tahoe embodies strength and readiness for high-end adventures, perfectly mirroring the attitude of its owner. It is capable of soaring to any heights, with its unapologetic show of strength, so much so that it’s the vehicle of choice for those with an insatiable thirst for exhilarating experiences—and it’s all because they can.

Subaru To Relocate C5 Showroom

Motor Image Pilipinas, Inc (MIP), the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines, will relocate its C5 Showroom to an upgraded venue. The new showroom will be able to provide more Subaru customers with its improved amenities and features.

The Geely Coolray is now one of the best-selling products sold by Geely Auto ever. Known as the Binyue in China, the compact crossover has sold over 800,000 units in over 40 countries, double its figures from 2021.

When the Philippine government passed the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act or EVIDA Law in April 2022, it had the goal of moving the country towards a greener and fossil fuel-free environment. Among the perks the EVIDA Law granted was the reduction of vehicle excise tax to zero for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and 50 percent for Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs).

With Europe in its sights, Chery Auto has made the strategic decision to expand its R&D in Raunheim, Germany.

Hino Motors Philippines (HMP) turned over 186 units of its Hino 200 Series Multi-Purpose Rescue Vehicles to the Batangas Provincial Government for distribution to various LGUs in the province. The move will upgrade the province’s emergency response capabilities ensuring the safety and well-being of its constituents.

Set to be launched at the Manila International Auto Show in April, Jaecoo has revealed that its first Philippine model—the J7—has met global 5-star safety standards.

Subaru Yet To Re-Start Production In Japan

After the death of a 60-year worker, crushed by a 25-ton mold, Subaru has yet to start production at its Japanese assembly plants. So far, the carmaker has lost six days of production volume for nameplates such as the Forester, Crosstrek, and the BRZ.

Yet another recall is affecting select units of the Toyota Avanza, Veloz, and Yaris Cross in the Philippines. This time, it has something to do with its front shock absorber.

This just in: Ford Philippines revealed the prices and specs of the all-new Bronco and all-new Mustang. The Bronco will be made available in just one variant: the Bronco 2.7L Outerbanks equipped with the Sasquatch Package, while the Mustang will come in both 2.3L EcoBoost and 5.0 GT variants.

SAIC Motor Philippines formally launches its newest global compact crossover: the 2024 MG One. Previewed last December, the MG One comes in two variants: the MG One Std and the MG One Lux with a price tag of P 1,298,888 and P 1,458,888, respectively. As a limited time offer, they are discounted at P 1,223,888 and P 1,390,888 for the MG One Std and MG One Lux, respectively.

Mazda Philippines has updated the CX-30 HEV compact crossover for 2024. Packed with higher equipment levels, including enhanced safety and convenience features, it cements its position as the most elegant crossover in its segment.

Mazda has always considered color as an integral part of its design language. That’s why the brand has come up with some pretty classy colorways that coincided with the launch of their KODO design language.

Among Chinese carmakers, SAIC Motor isn’t known for expanding its brand portfolio left and right. In fact, despite being part of China’s “Big 4” automakers, they’ve actually opted to invest in brand building and have limited themselves to four brands. Well, make that five now with the announcement that IM will be making its global debut in, at all places, the Geneva Motor Show.

Hyundai Mobility Experience 2024 Kicks Off This February 23-25 At BGC

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) begins its Hyundai Mobility Experience (HME) tour in BGC at the Bonifacio High Street Central’s Amphitheater and C1 Open Parking Lot this February 23 to 25. This nationwide roadshow returns for a second year to allow even more Filipinos discover how the brand is innovating the car ownership experience.

Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) formally introduced its new president, Masando Hashimoto. Hashimoto assumes leadership from Atsuhiro Okamoto, whose tenure saw remarkable resilience and growth amidst the most challenging years for the Philippine economy, navigating the impacts of the global health crisis.

Bermaz Auto Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Mazda vehicles in the Philippines has confirmed that a number of CX-60 and CX-90 SUVs are part of a global recall.

While Toyota has taken a more simplified naming for its Hilux Hybrid in Europe, where it’s known as self-explanatory “Hilux Hybrid 48V,” in Australia, they’ve decided on giving it a fancier name: V-Active.

As part of its transformation towards becoming a fully electric carmaker by 2030, Volvo Cars is streamlining and standardizing its model names for its EVs.

Petron To Expand Car Care Center Network In 2024

Petron has been steadily expanding its Car Care Center (CCC) network across the country, opening a total of seven new locations in 2023 with plans for even more in 2024. This move underlines the company’s commitment to delivering accessible, convenient, and top-notch car care services nationwide.

Gogoro Philippines, the innovative leader in electric mobility and battery-swapping technology, is set to expand operations across the country following its successful launch last December.

Ford Philippines reinforces its commitment to deliver an enhanced ownership experience to its growing customer base with a complimentary service inspection package and an updated owners dashboard available on the Ford website.

Local ebike brand, Hatasu is spreading the love filled with sweet deals and treats for everyone this February.

Subaru Halts Japan Production

Subaru is temporarily suspending production at three plants in Japan after a work was crushed to death. The factories producing among others, the Forester, Crosstrek, and BRZ halted production after a 25-ton mold fell on a worker at the company’s Yajima assembly plant in Gunma, Japan. It’s not clear when production would resume.

SMC Asia Car Distributors Corporation has launched the latest generation of its business icon, the 5 Series, bringing with it next-level dynamics and digitalization. And for the first time ever, it is offered in an all-electric variant as well.

Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) and Shell Pilipinas Corporation (Shell) have joined forces to introduce the UnionBank Shell Power Credit Card. This new credit card that rewards motorists with perks and benefits including big savings on fuel, toll fees, and car services.

After the continued success of its trademark participatory brand experience event, Mazda has announced that there will be three legs to its Mazda Fan Festa this 2024.

A junior high school in Santa Rita, Samar, whose building was constructed with the support of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, has been formally inaugurated.

Nissan and Nissan Motorsports & Customizing Co., Ltd. (NMC) announced their motorsports activities for 2024.

Kia is looking to China to expand its global footprint. The Automotive News reports that the Korean carmaker wants to make its Chinese joint-venture with Jiangsu Yueda Group Co. a global production hub for export markets, including the Philippines.

Bentley Posts Record Results In Asia-Pacific In 2023

Bentley Asia Pacific finished yet another record year in 2023 with deliveries of 2,121 ultra-luxury cars, representing a 16 percent share in Bentley Motors’ total global sales of 13,560 units. With 90 more vehicles sold last year compared to the previous one, Bentley Asia Pacific raised its performance by 4 percent.

Jetour Auto Philippines is celebrating the month of love with easy-to-own financing programs from their partner banks for the Jetour X70 Journey, X70 Travel, X70 Sport, X70 Plus, Dashing, and Ice Cream EV.

Bermaz Auto Philippines (Mazda Philippines), the exclusive distributor of Mazda vehicles in the country, strengthened its partnership with the non-stock, non-profit organization, Katala Foundation, Inc., and their fight to protect the endangered Philippine pangolin (manis culionensis).

Let’s stop for a minute and admire what Nissan has done here. In an age where electrification has become the auto industry buzzword, they’ve come up with something leftfield with the all-new Z. Eschewing any motivation via electrons, it’s got a big, honking V6 driving the rear wheels. There’s even standard limited slip diff, performance brake (pads), and a no-cost option for a stick. It’s as old-school as a sportscar’s going to get and just thinking about it gets any enthusiast, myself included, all wet.

Isuzu PH Updates mu-X For 2024 With More Safety, Tech Features

Isuzu Philippines Corporation updates the mu-X for 2024, adding even more safety and convenience features.

A couple of months back, Motor Image’s Glenn Tan confirmed that an off-road centric version of the Forester is in the works. The Deputy Chairman and Managing Director of Tan Chong International, the parent company of Motor Image, said that this was made as a response to the growing popularity of off-road centric setups in the markets where Subaru is present in ASEAN.

Ford Philippines is officially opening reservations for the all-new Ford Bronco and all-new Ford Mustang on February 22 exclusively on its online reservation portal.

New car sales are off to a strong start in 2024 as the joint report of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) shows. The CAMPI-TMA indicates that 34,060 new vehicles were sold in January 2024—a 15.5 percent jump from the same month in 2023.

If there’s one Honda vehicle that’s yet to get the RS treatment, it’s the BR-V. Though it may be a bit out of character for a 7-seater SUV to get sportified, that hasn’t stopped Honda from coming out with the next best thing: the BR-V N7X Edition.

Audi Appoints New Head Of Design

Massimo Frascella is the new Head of Audi Design. On June 1, he is scheduled to succeed Marc Lichte, who will take on a new role within the group. Frascella, an alumnus of the Istituto d`Arte Applicata & Design in Turin, began his career at Stile Bertone. Positions at Ford Motor Company and Kia followed. Since 2011, Frascella, 52, held leading roles at Jaguar Land Rover, most recently as Head of Design for both brands.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) is inviting owners to bring and treat their Hyundai cars to complimentary services at an authorized Hyundai dealership.

GAC Motor Philippines officially launches its luxury MPV, the M8. After being previewed last December, the M8 marks GAC Motor’s continued expansion into more market segments.

Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai commercial vehicles in the Philippines and Flowerstore.ph, one of the country’s best-rated online flower shops, gave the Valentines Day crowd in Bonifacio Global City more reason to celebrate the language of love.

Astara PH-Backed Peugeot Sets 2024 Priorities

Peugeot Philippines held its annual Business Meeting with top executives and dealer principals, unveiling its plans and targets for 2024. The meeting highlighted strategic initiatives moving forward. Encompassing Sales, Marketing, and Aftersales programs, the Astara-backed brand is envisioned to challenge the local automotive scene through its vision of an alluring future, offering its tech-forward solutions within reach.

Just when we thought that the next vehicle to be launched by SAIC Motor Philippines would be the MG ZS EV, it seems they’re prioritizing a combustion engine model first in the form of the 2024 MG One.

Mober, a Philippine logistics company at the forefront of sustainable delivery solutions, recently announced a USD 2 million seed funding round led by RT Heptagon Holdings (RTHH) under the leadership of Chairman and President Rex Tiri. This investment accelerates Mober’s integration of electric vehicles (EVs) into its fleet, aiming to revolutionize green logistics in the Philippines.

The Earthshot Prize seeks solutions to environmental concerns, funding 50 winning projects around USD 70 million from 2021 until 2030. Presented by The Royal Foundation, it is spearheaded by Prince William, who cites his late grandfather Prince Philip and father King Charles III, both longtime environmentalists, as his influences in this eco-conscious initiative.

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