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November 20, 2020

The Ford Explorer Got a 1 out of 100 Score in Reliability

If you plan to get a brand-new vehicle, let alone a mid-sized SUV, do yourself a favor and skip the Ford Explorer altogether. This fact is based on the most recent Consumer Reports Reliability survey which gave the re-designed mid-sized SUV a score of 1 out of 100—that’s not a typo.

Mazda is the highest ranked brand in the Consumer Reports Reliability Survey, beating both Toyota and Lexus. This marks the first time Mazda stood atop the survey.

The Mazda3 Gets "Blink and You'll Miss It" Upgrades for 2021

Mazda has given its compact sedan/hatchback, the Mazda3 some “blink and you’ll miss it” updates for 2021. Though very minor, the carmaker says it’s all about further refining the car’s overall package.

The Top 10 finalists for the Japan Car of the Year 2020-2021 has been revealed. Considered as Japan’s most prestigious car award, the following ten cars advanced to the final around after besting 33 eligible entries.

The design brief of the Geely Okavango is odd, to say the least. It’s a mid-sized SUV, priced like a compact crossover, but rides on a platform shared with, of all things, an MPV. On paper, it’s an automotive mishmash of ideas—a product of corporate bean counters and FGDs (to some degree it is). In reality though, it could be your next family car.

Geely launches a very unique offering—one that blurs the lines between an SUV and an MPV: the 2021 Okavango. Being in one of the most tightly contested segments, the tech-driven Chinese automaker aims to challenge the competition by offering a vehicle that’s not only highly functional, but stylishly uncompromising as well.

Lamborghini has just unveiled the most hardcore version of its V10-powered supercar yet: the Huracán Super Trofeo Omologata or STO—a road-homologated supercar inspired by its one-make race series Super Trofeo EVO and Huracán GT3 EVO.

The all-new 2022 Subaru BRZ can be summarized in one sentence: if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Subaru’s 2+2 sportscar pretty much sticks to the same formula as the first-generation model: low curb weight, low center of gravity, but with just an added sprinkling of new tech.

Nissan Teases Refreshed 2021 Terra

Nissan is on a roll. After showing off its refreshed Navara pickup truck, its SUV counterpart, will get the same treatment. Mark your calendars because the 2021 Terra drops in next week.

Yet another sub-million sub-compact SUV joins the fray. After missing for the 2020 model year, SsangYong Philippines announces the return of the gas variant of its Tivoli for 2021.

As part of its ongoing Dare the Impossible brand campaign, Nissan in the Philippines welcomes actor-singer-multisport athlete Matteo Guidicelli as the new face of the Japanese automaker in the country, underlining the brand’s bold and daring attitude.

Maxus Philippines’s upcoming 7-seater compact SUV, the D60 has scored a perfect 5-star rating at its C-NCAP or China New Car Assessment Program crash safety test. With standards mirroring closely the European NCAP, this shows that this compact SUV can meet or surpass even the most stringent safety standards.

Honda has given the world its first full look at the all-new 2022 Civic. Technically revealed as a Prototype, the eleventh-generation compact sedan takes on a much slicker, more grown-up appearance compared to the current model.

Various carmakers are now realizing the potential problem of electric vehicles: fires. Ford, GM, Hyundai, and BMW are just some carmakers getting to grips with EV technology, and now they’re facing safety-related recalls for it.

Mercedes-Benz’s parent company, Daimler will cooperate with Geely to build next-generation internal combustion engines specifically for hybrid vehicles.

Ford Philippines is extending special rates on parts and labor to assist customers in Luzon affected by Typhoon Ulysses.

For enthusiasts who crave soul-stirring, legendary off-road performance, and a new level of on-road performance, Jeep introduces the V8-powered 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392.

MG, Ben&Ben Take a Road Trip

Music is a cornerstone of MG Philippines’ youthful brand profile, and it has figured in numerous campaigns, promotions, and public events, most notably with the MG Live! free concert series which focuses on showcasing local Filipino musical talent.

The Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors, Inc. (AVID) continued its solid recovery, posting a 9 percent increase in vehicle sales for October or a total of 6,120 units sold versus the 5,594 units sold the previous month.

Filipinos can’t seem to get a break this 2020. The world is still in the middle of a pandemic, and then these nasty typhoons hit. With Metro Manila and parts of Luzon badly hit, there are surely those who’ll now need to file insurance claims, particularly if they’re covered by Acts of Nature or AON.

Two years after the arrest of Carlos Ghosn over alleged financial misconduct, insiders at Nissan say discussions are underway which could re-shape the world’s biggest car alliance: the sale of some or all of the Japanese carmaker’s stake at Mitsubishi Motors.

The wait won’t be long as Lexus Philippines is almost ready to unveil the latest version of its compact sports sedan, the 2021 Lexus IS. But before then, they’ve just confirmed that it’ll come in both V6 and hybrid flavors.

Honda Cars PH Offers a Helping Hand to Owners Affected by the Recent Typhoons

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), announces the “Honda Helps” program which aims to provide assistance to Honda car owners affected by the recent typhoon, Ulysses.

The pandemic has spurred the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to finally modernize the bus routes plying EDSA. The best bit of news: it looks like it’ll be permanent.

When Mazda Philippines launched its Build Your Personal MX-5 program, they did so to coincide with the global launch of the 2021 MX-5. At the time, the carmaker could only give a price range with the final price dictated by the exact combination of exterior color, interior trim, transmission, and if you’re opting for the soft top, the canvas top color.

San Miguel Corporation has unveiled major rail and road network projects it will incorporate into its P 740 billion airport project in Bulacan to provide seamless travel around the country and help decongest EDSA.

2020 has been tough. The pandemic has definitely screwed everyone over—mobility is limited and business is bad. Looking back, there’s not much to like about this year perhaps save for this: the arrival of the Nissan 370Z. The “Z34,” as it’s known among enthusiast is a decade old, sure; but it’s time to erase all those preconceived notions about this pre-teen-aged sportscar. It’s a bright spot in an otherwise dreary year for anything four-wheeled.

The World's Most Efficient Engine Comes from BYD

Known as a leader in China’s New Energy Vehicle (NEV) segment, BYD is taking things a step further with the announcement of a high-efficiency version of its 1.5-liter “Xiaoyun” engine.

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November 20, 2020

The Ford Explorer Got a 1 out of 100 Score in Reliability

Mazda Overtakes Toyota, Lexus in Consumer Reports Reliability Survey

November 19, 2020

The Mazda3 Gets "Blink and You'll Miss It" Upgrades for 2021

These are the Finalists for the 2020-2021 Japan Car of the Year

Review: 2021 Geely Okavango 1.5T Urban

For the Price of a Small Crossover, Geely PH Offers the 7-Seater Okavango SUV

Meet the Most Hardcore Lamborghini Huracán Yet: the 2021 Super Trofeo Omologata

The All-New 2022 Subaru BRZ Sticks to a Proven Formula

November 18, 2020

Nissan Teases Refreshed 2021 Terra

SsangYong PH Brings Back Gas-Powered Tivoli Sub-compact SUV for Just P 970k (w/ Specs)

Matteo Guidicelli is Nissan PH's Newest Brand Ambassador

2021 Maxus D60 Scores Perfect in Crash Safety Test

This is Your First Look at the All-New 2022 Honda Civic (w/ Video)

EV-Related Fires, Recalls Grip Various Carmakers

Mercedes-Benz, Geely to Work Together on Upcoming Engines

Ford PH Offers Service Discounts to Flood-Affected Owners

Jeep Just Gave the Wrangler a Massive Power Upgrade for 2021

November 17, 2020

MG, Ben&Ben Take a Road Trip

Vehicle Importers, Distributors Post 9 Percent Increase in October 2020

7 Steps to Claiming Your Car Insurance with Acts of Nature Coverage

Is Nissan Unloading Mitsubishi?

2021 Lexus IS to Arrive Both in F Sport and Hybrid Flavors

November 16, 2020

Honda Cars PH Offers a Helping Hand to Owners Affected by the Recent Typhoons

EDSA Busway to Become Permanent with Construction of Concourses

We Know Exactly How Much Each Personalized 2021 Mazda MX-5 Costs

SMC to Build Road, Rail Networks Leading to Bulacan Airport

Review: 2020 Nissan 370Z NISMO

November 15, 2020

The World's Most Efficient Engine Comes from BYD