March 22, 2024
Nissan Formula-E Team Heads Home For First-Ever Tokyo E-Prix
Nissan Formula E Team heads home for the first-ever Tokyo E-Prix next week, with the event on the streets of Tokyo taking place less than an hour away from the company’s global headquarters.
Filed Under:
Events,
Motorsports,
News,
Nissan Corporate
March 21, 2024
JMC Philippines Shows Off Grand Avenue And Vigus Pickup Trucks
Astara Philippines showcased the launch line-up of its newest brand: JMC. These pickup trucks come with tech and features at a surprisingly affordable price tag.
Filed Under:
JMC Corporate,
JMC Grand Avenue,
JMC Vigus,
MIAS,
News,
Pick-Up
Hyundai To Launch High-Performance N Brand At MIAS
Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) is launching the high-performance N brand at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). It will debut with the Elantra N.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Elantra,
MIAS,
News
Check Out The All-New Santa Fe At The Hyundai Mobility Experience Glorietta
The next stop of the Hyundai Mobility Experience is happening this March 22 to 24 at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati. Mallgoers will be able to see front and center, the newly launched Santa Fe. Joining it are the brand’s sub-compact crossover, the Creta, as well as MPV duo, the Custin, and the Stargazer X. Rounding up the display is the award-winning electric vehicle, the Ioniq 5.
Filed Under:
Events,
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Santa Fe,
News
Manila International Auto Show Bridges The Future
The automotive industry in the Philippines is brimming with innovation and technology that has benefitted all. As the second fastest-growing vehicle market in the ASEAN region, the Philippines has continued to improve the automotive user experience for everyone, such as implementing road changes and building new roads to traverse. The industry is very adaptive and responsive to the many changes it has introduced and over the years these changes have fully integrated into the industry as the norm for many car owners and manufacturers.
2025 Infiniti QX80 Is Your First Look At All-New Patrol
Nissan has pulled the covers off the all-new 2025 Infiniti QX80 giving us, in the process, a first look at the all-new Patrol slated for its own debut later in the year.
Filed Under:
Infiniti QX80,
Luxury SUV,
News,
Nissan Patrol
March 20, 2024
The "Electric-First" All-New Peugeot 5008 Has Just Debuted
After showing off its five-seater form in the Peugeot 3008, Peugeot is now showing its electric-first all-new 5008 (e-5008)—a three-row, 7-seater SUV that offers up to 660 kilometers of range.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Mid-sized SUV,
News,
Peugeot 5008
The New Sweet Life: Ferrari Roma Spider Launched In The Philippines
La Nuova Dolce Vita. It’s Italian that translates literally to, “The New Sweet Life.” And goodness, there’s no better way to express that than with the all-new Ferrari Roma Spider.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Ferrari Roma,
Sports Car
Watch The Spanish Grand Prix Live And In Person With Scan To Win Contest
Attention all F1 fans! Here’s your chance to watch the Spanish Grand Prix in person with the “Scan to Win” contest promo by beIN Sports—the official broadcaster of Formula One in the Philippines.
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News
Toyota Motor PH Upgrades Vios Specs; Offers Free PMS And Insurance This Month
Toyota is having the last call on its March offers. Customers can choose from various payment options with free periodic maintenance service, free insurance, and more.
March 19, 2024
Isuzu Shows Off D-Max In Mild Hybrid, EV Forms
Toyota may be offering the Hilux with a much vaunted 48-volt hybrid system, but when it comes to fully electrifying their pickup truck, Isuzu may have just beaten them to the punch. Shown as a thinly veiled concept, the D-Max EV Concept foreshadows a fully-electric version that may be heading to showrooms in the very near future.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Isuzu D-Max,
News,
Pick-Up
What's Wrong With Secretary Kim To Feature Hyundai Vehicles
Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) has teamed up with streaming provider, Viu, alongside ABS-CBN Studios and Dreamscape Entertainment, for the Philippine adaptation of the romantic-comedy series, “What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim” as its official mobility partner.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
News
Audi Launches 2024 Q6 e-Tron, SQ6 e-Tron SUV
The Audi Q6 e-tron has made its global debut as the first its product that rides on the Premium Platform Electric or PPE architecture—the same one that the all-new Porsche Macan uses.
Filed Under:
Audi Q6 e-Tron,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Luxury SUV,
News
Honda Cars Expands To Paranaque And Tacloban
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) starts the construction of two new dealerships: Honda Cars Paranaque and Honda Cars Tacloban. Their groundbreaking ceremonies were held last March 6 and March 8, respectively. These new dealerships will strengthen HCPI’s current network of 37 Honda Cars Dealerships nationwide.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Honda Corporate,
News
BAIC Returns To Philippines Under UAAGI; Previews 5-Car Line-Up
United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI) is now the official distributor of BAIC (Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co. Ltd.) in the Philippines. BAIC Philippines will bring in a lineup of both traditional SUVs and modern crossovers.
Filed Under:
BAIC B40,
BAIC B60,
BAIC B80,
BAIC Corporate,
BAIC X55,
BAIC X7,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
March 18, 2024
2024 Lexus LBX Launches In Philippines With P 2.968M Price Tag
Lexus Philippines has finally launched its smallest, most affordable offering yet: the first-ever Lexus LBX. Designed to appeal to younger, style-conscious luxury customers, the LBX breaks the brand convention by going with a “premium casual” theme.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Lexus LBX,
Luxury SUV
Mitsubishi Gives Montero Sport Another Update In 2024
Mitsubishi may have already launched the all-new Triton, but it looks like we’ll have to wait a bit more for the all-new Pajero Sport/Montero Sport. For 2024, the Japanese carmaker is giving its mid-sized SUV one more refresh.
Filed Under:
Mid-sized SUV,
Mitsubishi Montero Sport,
News
Is Lexus Bringing The All-Electric UX300e To The Philippines?
Is Lexus ready to add another Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) in the Philippine market? Based on documents filed with the LTO, that seems to be the case and the vehicle in question is none other than the UX300e.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Lexus UX,
News,
Rumors
Nissan, Honda To Partner On EV Tech, Platforms
Nissan and Honda have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) wherein the two automakers will partner together in the fields of vehicle electrification and intelligence.
Filed Under:
Honda Corporate,
News,
Nissan Corporate
Look: Turbocharged Subaru Outback Spotted In Manila
Fans of turbocharged Subarus, rejoice: the Subaru Outback XT has finally landed in the Philippines. After our sources revealed to us its imminent launch last December, it has been spotted at one of the Motor Image dealerships, this gives us our first look at the new top-of-the-line trim for the Outback in the country.
Filed Under:
Executive Car,
News,
Subaru Corporate,
Subaru Outback
Suzuki PH Launches 2024 XL7 With Hybrid Power (w/ Specs)
After leaking out in documents filed with the LTO early this month, Suzuki Philippines has officially launched the refreshed XL7. And thankfully, it still comes with a (mild) hybrid system even if it doesn’t quality anymore for perks such as number coding exemption.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
Sub-Compact SUV,
Suzuki XL7
March 17, 2024
First Drive: 2024 Lexus LBX
You could say that a lot is riding on the Lexus LBX. Not only is it Lexus’ first three-letter named model after the LFA supercar, but because it’s the cheapest model in the entire range (it’s priced at P 2.968 million), it’s a gateway model for potential would-be brand converts. No pressure then for the Lexus Breakthrough Crossover, huh?
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Lexus LBX,
Luxury SUV
Last Chance To Get Cash Discounts On All-New Ford Explorer Thanks To Autohub
As part of its 25th anniversary, Ford Autohub is relaunching the Ford Explorer with an exclusive variant as well as available limited-time cash discounts.
Filed Under:
Events,
Ford Explorer,
News
March 16, 2024
Autohub Formalizes Zeekr PH Distributorship; Reveals Launch Line-Up
The Autohub Group has confirmed the initial line-up for its premium all-electric Zeekr brand. The partnership was sealed during the Autohub Group’s 25th anniversary celebrations.
Filed Under:
News,
PHL Auto Industry,
Zeekr Corporate
MINI Clubman Final Edition Arrives In The Philippines For P 3.85M
The Mini Clubman Final Edition has made its way to the Philippines. Autohub, the official distributor of Mini in the Philippines, is making just 10 units of the Mini Clubman Final Edition available in the country. Globally, only 1,969 units are made.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Luxury Car,
MINI Clubman,
News
Subaru, Aisin To Co-Develop eAxles
Subaru and Aisin will jointly develop and share production of eAxles for its next-generation battery electric vehicles due in showrooms by the latter half of the 2020s.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Subaru Corporate,
Technology
Mazda Philippines To Offer Autoexe Parts, Accessories
Mazda Philippines will soon be the authorized distributor of AutoExe tuning parts and accessories in the country. Ahead of its official market launch slated before the end of 2024, Mazda Philippines showed off the MX-5 Autoexe Edition. This special-edition MX-5 serves as the start of this partnership as Mazda Philippines and Autoexe work closely to develop its local product line.
Filed Under:
Mazda Corporate,
Mazda MX-5,
News
This Bentley And Macallan Collab Costs More Than A Car
Whisky connoisseurs will want to start saving to get their hands on a single malt whisky from Bentley Motors and The Macallan. The bottle costs more than a car (but less than a Bentley) and is part of a collaboration to celebrate the distillery’s 200th anniversary.
Filed Under:
Bentley Corporate,
News
Honda Refreshes HR-V For 2024
Honda is continuing the refresh of its models this 2024. After the Civic, the HR-V (Japanese market Vezel) has also been updated with some minor changes to its design, interior, and in the case of the e:HEV, powertrain.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Honda HR-V,
News
First Multi-Brand EV Service Center Opens In Taguig
EVOxTerra, the country’s first full-play EV distributor with brands such as BAW, Bestune, and WM Motor under their wing, is offering a free 31-point checkup for electric and even non-electric vehicles at the EVOxTerra EV Lifestyle and Service Center from March 15 to 27, 2024.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
EVOxTerra Corporate,
News,
Service
BAIC To Make Philippine Comeback With UAAGI
There’s no stopping United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. or UAAGI. After adding Lynk & Co to its roster of brands which already includes Chery and Foton, they are bringing back BAIC to the Philippines.
Chery Has Produced More Than A Million Tiggo 2 SUVs
The Chery Tiggo 2 has reached the milestone of over one million units produced. This is after the sub-compact SUV’s debut in 2016.
Filed Under:
Chery Corporate,
Chery Tiggo 2,
News
The 3-Row Jaecoo 8 Will Be Shown At The Manila International Auto Show
Omoda & Jaecoo is set to bring a fourth vehicle at the Manila International Auto Show. Aside from the previously announced Omoda 5, Omoda 5 EV, and Jaecoo 7, the brand has confirmed that it will be showcasing the mid-sized Jaecoo 8 as well.
Filed Under:
Events,
Jaecoo 8,
Jaecoo Corporate,
MIAS,
News
March 14, 2024
Honda Cars PH Announces Recall On 2022 Civic
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is conducting a safety recall of 1,025 2022 Honda Civic units to replace the Electric Power Steering Gearbox.
Filed Under:
Honda Civic,
Honda Corporate,
News,
Recall,
Safety
Here Are The Winners Of The 2024 Petron Philippine Overland Expedition
Fourteen competitor teams from all over the Philippines battled it out at the Petron Philippine Overland Expedition 2024 (PHLOX).
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News
Chevrolet Tracker Now Offered With P160K Discount
Thanks to Chevrolet’s on-going Own the Road Sales Promo, the Tracker sub-compact SUV is available with substantial savings for cash buyers or flexible payment schemes for financing customers.
Filed Under:
Chevrolet Corporate,
Chevrolet Tracker,
News
Hyundai Santa Fe, Ioniq 5 N Recognized For Excellent Design
The all-new Santa Fe and the Ioniq 5 N have helped continue Hyundai’s winning streak at the iF Design Awards to 10 years. The Santa Fe and Ioniq 5 N were recognized in the Product Category, while the Santa Fe XRT Concept received commendation in the Professional Concepts class. The company also won several other iF Design Awards across a range of categories.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Ioniq 5,
Hyundai Santa Fe,
News
Antique Gets Its First Taste Of Hyundai's Modern PUV
Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc., the official distributor of Hyundai Truck & Bus in the Philippines, and Hyundai Truck & Bus Iloilo, celebrated the turnover of a Class 3 Modern Jeepney to the Panay Land Transport Cooperative in Antique Province.
Filed Under:
Hyundai CV,
News,
PUV Modernization
Suzuki Auto Breaks Ground On Silang Dealership
Suzuki Philippines, celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony for Suzuki Auto Silang, the second 3S dealership to emerge from its partnership with NXT Mile Motors Inc.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
News,
Suzuki Corporate
March 13, 2024
Survey Says: Bentley Continental GT Wins Best Car Crown
The sector-defining Bentley Continental GT bested a readers’ poll conducted by two authoritative European publications.
Filed Under:
Bentley Continenal,
Car Awards,
News
BYD Dolphin Is Japan's 2023 EV Of The Year
The BYD Dolphin and Atto 3 EVs have scored recognition at the 2023 Japan EV of the Year awards with the Dolphin taking top honors while the Atto 3 taking third. The Hyundai Kona Electric takes second place.
Filed Under:
BYD Atto 3,
BYD Dolphin,
Car Awards,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News
MG To Celebrate 100 Years At Goodwood Festival Of Speed
MG, a brand celebrating its 100th anniversary, will headline the Central Feature at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed. The Cyberster EV roadster will headline Gerry Judah’s annual sculptural masterpiece, with the company taking center stage in front of Goodwood House for the first time.
Filed Under:
MG Corporate,
News
JMC Philippines To Offer Lifetime Engine Warranty
JMC (Jiangling Motors Corporation) is set to launch at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) happening from April 4 to 7 with the Grand Avenue and Vigus. This upcoming addition to the JMC family is the biggest offering in its segment and combines power, strength, dependability, and excitement.
Filed Under:
JMC Corporate,
JMC Grand Avenue,
JMC Vigus,
News,
Pick-Up
March 12, 2024
Chery Auto Tacloban Opens
Chery Auto Philippines (CAP) opens a new dealership in Eastern Visayas with the inauguration of Chery Auto Tacloban. This is Chery’s 23rd dealership in the country.
Filed Under:
Chery Corporate,
Dealerships,
News
UAAGI Brings In Lynk & Co, Previews 2 SUV Models
It’s official: United Asia Automotive Group (UAAGI), has been appointed as the official distributor of Lynk & Co in the Philippines. The global premium brand, formed as a partnership between Volvo Cars and Geely, is set for an official launch at the Manila International Auto Show from April 4 to 7, 2024.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Luxury SUV,
Lynk & Co 01,
Lynk & Co 06,
Lynk & Co Corporate,
News
Porsche Launches Track-Focused Taycan With 1,108-Horsepower Turbo GT
Porsche is expanding its all-electric Taycan sports sedan with two new high-performance additions: the Turbo GT and the Turbo GT with Weissach package. The latter is built for the track and dispenses with the rear seats for a better power-to-weight ratio. At peak power, both models can deliver more than 1,100 horsepower. In combination with various lightweight construction and aerodynamics measures, these all-electric GT sports raise the bar in terms of driving dynamics.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Porsche Taycan
March 11, 2024
BYD Opens BGC Flagship Showroom
BYD has opened its newest showroom and this one is in the bustling Bonifacio Global City area. Operated by Harmony New Energy Auto Service chaired by Jack Feng. The grand opening was attended by Liu Xueliang, General Manager of BYD Asia Pacific Automotive Sales Division, Ayala Corporation Chairman Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala along with CEO of AC Mobility, Jaime Alfonso Zobel de Ayala.
Filed Under:
BYD Corporate,
Dealerships,
News
Grab PH Announces Women Empowerment Training, Features
Grab Philippines announced the launch of its Women Program under its social upliftment campaign GrabAsenso. The Women Program aims to support women in the country to become driver-partners on its platform.
Filed Under:
Grab Corporate,
News
Toyota Motor PH Secures Bureau Of Customs Level 2 Authorized Economic Operator Certification
Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP), recently received its accreditation and became one of the pioneer organizations to be certified as Authorized Economic Operator Level 2 from the Bureau of Customs (BOC). The BOC also recognized TMP for being the country’s second top importer, remitting a total of P 44 billion in duties and taxes and contributing to the agency’s positive collection in 2023.
Filed Under:
News,
PHL Auto Industry,
Toyota Corporate
March 10, 2024
Caltex Grows Havoline And Delo-Branded Workshops To 359
Caltex expanded its workshop network to serve Filipino motorists better. Last year, Caltex opened 82 Do-It-For-Me (DIFM) Caltex Havoline autoPro, Caltex Havoline bikePro, and Caltex Delo Sports oil change workshops nationwide. This brings the overall DIFM network to 359 workshops all over the Philippines.
Filed Under:
Caltex,
Chevron Corporate,
News
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