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October 19, 2023

Jetour Auto PH Offering Special Deal On Ice Cream EV At Philippine EV Summit

Are you searching for an affordable and reliable electric vehicle for your daily drive? Have you had enough of the unpredictable fuel prices that make a huge dent on your monthly budget? Do you just need a simple car that will get you from point A to point B with no fuss and hassle?

Autohub Group and Shell Helix Motor Oil introduce Car+, a first in the market cutting-edge telematic device designed to make car maintenance a hassle-free and convenient experience for drivers. Car+ redefines the way we care for our vehicles by putting the power of advanced technology at your fingertips, ensuring that you no longer need to worry about the intricacies of car upkeep.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is welcoming this spooky season fearlessly with big deals and offers. Low monthly plans, trade-in rebates, and more deals are in store for you with TMP’s special Halloween deals available on all Toyota dealerships nationwide, until October 31.

Filipina Racer Bianca Bustamante Joins McLaren Racing Family

18-year old Filipina, Bianca Bustamante, has signed with the McLaren Driver Development program for the upcoming 2024 F1 Academy season. Bustamante is set to drive for ART Grand Prix in her second year in the all-women junior formula category, proudly representing McLaren Racing and sporting their iconic “Papaya” team livery throughout the year.

How’s this for a big surprise: Mitsubishi Motors Philippines is previewing the all-new sixth-generation Triton this Friday, October 20. The virtual event follows less than six months after the Triton’s global reveal last July.

Toyota and its premium brand, Lexus will attempt to steal the spotlight at the upcoming Japan Mobility Show with sportscar concepts that show what performance cars could look like in the age of battery electric vehicles.

The countdown to the future of smart mobility begins as Gogoro Philippines is set to open the Gogoro Experience Center (GEC) in Makati City, its first retail space in the country that promises an immersive preview into what the future of smart electric mobility is about.

Isuzu and Honda’s co-developed heavy-duty truck will be shown at the Japan Mobility Show. Meet the Giga Fuel Cell.

In what could be considered as one of the weirdest ways to launch a brand, Omoda invited over a thousand users, partners, and motoring journalists from more than 30 countries to China to bike around Shen Shan Park in Wuhu, China.

At the launch of the first-ever Custin and Stargazer X, Hyundai Motor Philippines Managing Director Cecil Capacete revealed new ownership and aftersales programs to make sure they stay abreast with the needs of their Filipino customers.

Toyota is slowly but surely electrifying its entire commercial vehicle line. After showing off a battery electric vehicle concept of the Hilux and the Innova, it’s now the Hiace’s time to get powered by electrons.

Bill Shock No More: Ford PH Allows You To Know The Price Of Your Next Service

Ford Philippines is enhancing the ownership experience for its customers with the launch of Online Service Booking and Service Price Calculator, two new service initiatives designed to make vehicle maintenance easy, convenient, and more personalized.

In case you missed it, there’s an ebike brand that’s been fast growing in the Philippine market: Hatasu. Offering a line-up of both two- and three-wheeler e-bikes, Hatasu aims to transform the riding lifestyle of every Filipino into one that’s sustainable.

Mazda has already successfully redefined what craftsmanship is with the interiors of its first-ever CX-60 and CX-90. Both the two-row mid-sized CX-60 and three-row large CX-90 come fitted with class-leading materials such as Nappa leather and Leganu suede. On top of that, it’s offered in the Philippines with either an all-black or a black and tan interior.

Bring home the allure of owning a Peugeot vehicle with value added services and offers from Peugeot Philippines in partnership with Security Bank.

The Nissan X-Trail Just Got Its First Major Refresh. We're Still Waiting For It

The Philippines is still waiting for the all-new X-Trail to arrive locally, but globally, it’s just undergone its first major refresh. Known as the Rogue in the U.S., it receives a bolder exterior look as well as significant tech upgrades.

Hyundai Motor Philippines bridges the gap between its two MPV offerings, the compact Stargazer and its full-sized Staria, with the first-ever Hyundai Custin. Named after the French explorer and inventor Jacques Cousteau, the unibody three-row American-style MPV carries an avant-garde aesthetic and blends it with more traditional luxury MPV traits at an affordable price point.

Hyundai introduces the crossover-inspired Stargazer X as an addition to its compact MPV family.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) is ensuring that all its customers experience the benefits of a well-maintained Hyundai. From October 15 to December 15, the brand is rolling out the “Revive & Drive Promo” at all authorized Hyundai dealerships nationwide. It is an aftersales support program which caters to those who have out-of-warranty Hyundai vehicles which were purchased from 2018 and earlier:

Chery Auto Philippines is fully charged to go green at the Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit 2023 happening from October 19 to 21, 2023 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.

Must Love Dogs: Driving To Pawssion Project In Bulacan

Humans can be despicable at times. Just when you thought their cruelty would extend only to spreading hate and vitriol to fellow man, you hear of stories of animal cruelty from Pawssion Project’s founder Malou Perez. It’s difficult, even for the most hardened person, not to get winded up after hearing how dogs (and cats) were abandoned by their family just because they were just “too much trouble” or that they “weren’t fun anymore.”

The CX-60 occupies a narrow space in the market between two more traditional segments: the two-row compact SUV and the three-row mid-sized SUV. With that, it must deliver enough differentiation either to entice buyers to move up (in the case of compact SUVs) or move laterally (in the case of mid-sized SUVs). Either way, it’s got its work cut out. Having sampled the diesel-powered CX-60 3.3 HEV Turbo-D Sport before, I’d say that Mazda managed to get about 80 percent of it right. It isn’t perfect, but ultimately there’s still lots to like.

First Units Of Omoda 5 Have Arrived In The Philippines

After previewing it to the local press in China (read our first impressions here, or watch our first impressions here), Omoda Philippines has confirmed that the first batch of Omoda 5 Turbo compact crossovers have arrived in the Philippines.

Jetour Auto Philippines, the exclusive importer and distributor of Jetour vehicles and services in the country, together with MR.DIY, one of the largest home and life improvement retailers in the Philippines, come together to celebrate the holiday season with the MR.DIY Holi-DIY Raffle Promo.

With only 200 available for the Philippine market, Isuzu Philippines is prudently bringing its latest offering: the D-Max 3.0 4x2 Limited Edition on a nationwide mall tour to heighten awareness and attract potential buyers.

Isuzu PH Launches 2024 D-Max 4x2 Limited. Only 200 To Be Made

Thailand might have seen the substantially refreshed 2024 D-Max, but Isuzu Philippines is still carrying on with the current version of their pickup truck and as proof, they have come up with this: the D-Max 3.0 4x2 Limited.

After showing off the EV5, Kia is expanding its all-electric family with the reveal of two new “close-to-production” concepts—the Concept EV3 and the Concept EV4.

Foton Motor Philippines is set to expand its all-electric commercial vehicle offerings by 2024 with the launch of at least two battery electric vehicles. And this is your first look.

If Akio Toyoda had his way, the Celica will come back. This was is rather blunt reply in an interview with Toyota’s in-house blog, Toyota Times. You can read the entire interview here to find out his views on Subaru in WRC, the all-new Crown, and of course, a possible Celica revival.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) delivers 15 units of Isuzu NLR77 PUV Class 3 to MIMAROPA Transport Cooperative, accelerating the modernization of their fleet which will serve commuters from Calapan City to Pinamalayan in Oriental, Mindoro.

The demise of the X2 has been exaggerated as BMW has brought its compact “Sport Activity Coupe” back in both combustion engine and all-electric versions.

Subaru may be hosting a special edition Forester and the recently launched Levorg Layback at the upcoming Japan Mobility Show, but they’re reserving one additional treat for showgoers: the Subaru Sport Mobility Concept.

You’ve got to hand it to the guys at Mitsubishi. After a period of making characterless cars, they now embrace the spirit of adventure as part of their “Mitsubishi-ness.”

Filipino families who love to go on adventures are in for a big win as ’ber’ months roll in with Shell Pilipinas’ Win Big Time promo. Twelve lucky customers will get to drive home a brand-new Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Stargazer, or Hyundai Creta. Another 20 customers have the chance to win P 50,000 worth of GCash load and many more prizes. To participate, visit any participating Shell station nationwide from October 1 to December 31, 2023.

GAC Motor today marked another significant milestone in its dealership expansion as it celebrated the inauguration of GAC Motor Cainta operating under the Gateway Group.

WM Motor has filed for bankruptcy. In a statement, the maker of the W5 all-electric SUV said that it will adjust its corporate strategy and keep communicating with relevant parties to resolve financial and debt problems.

There Are Now Over 25K Ford Territory SUVs In The Philippines

The Ford Territory has once again proven that it is one of the best-selling SUVs in the country today with its recent achievement of back-to-back sales milestones.

More and more buyers may be preferring crossovers to sedans, but that doesn’t mean Toyota Motor Philippines’ not sending love over to its most recognizable sedan nameplate: the Corolla.

After showing it off virtually last year, Mazda could be ready to show off what could be the foundations of the next-generation MX-5 at the inaugural Japan Mobility Show (aka Tokyo Motor Show).

Lexus Philippines has quietly launched the all-new, second-generation LM luxury MPV with a starting price of P 7.578M.

On the surface, being labeled as a “Tito’s car” may seem insulting; after all, carmakers are always targeting the youth or youth-oriented demographic. However, in my experience with the all-new Subaru Crosstrek (the crossover formerly known as the Subaru XV), whether it’s by design or accident, its practical packaging and easy-to-drive demeanor make it the great car for those who’ve just hit their mid-forties. Let me explain.

Ford Island Conquest Heads To Laguna And Pampanga This October

The Ford Island Conquest (FIC) experiential test drive event is set to continue its nationwide tour as it makes stops in Cebu, Laguna, and Pampanga this October.

On its 33rd Anniversary, Honda Cars Philippines is providing new offers including flexible financing options, insurance partnership, and Honda Genuine Accessories packages available across its model line-up until October 31.

Jetour Auto Philippines Inc. is now in Bacolod City. They officially opened in the City of Smiles in cooperation with ANGS Automotive, Inc.

Jinba-Ittai is the key concept at the heart of every Mazda, and the MX-5 is the paradigm of that philosophy. Originally known as “Jinsha Ittai,” meaning oneness between car and driver, it was a typo on a calling card that led people to call it, “Jinba-Ittai” afterward. Regardless, the underlying philosophy remains the same: it wasn’t about chasing outright speed, but rather, about providing a sense of engagement that was fun yet approachable.

The 2024 Subaru WRX TR Is No STI. It's Not Even "Tuner Ready"

After teasing it some days back, Subaru has finally revealed the WRX TR in full, and while we’re a big fan of go-fast Subbies, this one’s still no STI.

2024 Isuzu D-Max: This Is It

The Philippines may be getting a special edition D-Max called the 3.0 Limited next week, but elsewhere, Isuzu has given its pickup truck a major update for 2024.

After being quiet for most of the year, things are about to get busy over at Kia. They’ve just confirmed that they’re bringing in the refreshed Seltos for 2024.

Mazda continues its pursuit of sportscar perfection with the significantly updated 2024 MX-5. Set for a global release starting in mid-January 2024, the refreshed fourth-generation “ND” model gets safety, handling, and connectivity updates. It could very well be the final major update current roadster since a full model change is expected by 2025 to 2026.

Refinement and sophistication in an all-electric package arrives with the first-ever MG Marvel R EV—MG Philippines’ cutting-edge flagship SUV. Progressive, powerful, and above all, attractive, the Marvel R puts great emphasis on design, refinement, quality, attention to detail, and state-of-the-art technology.

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