April 19, 2024
Audi Remains Committed To F1 As It Plans To Purchase The Sauber Team
Under the leadership of Audi CEO Gernot Döllner, the brand with the four rings has outlined its future focus with the Audi Agenda. And as part of this, they have decided to strengthen their commitment to Formula 1 ahead of the start of the 2026 season.
Filed Under:
Audi Corporate,
Motorsports,
News
Racers Wanted: Few Slots Still Available For MSCC Miata Spec Series
The country’s only one-make sports car racing series, the MSCC Miata Spec Series, returns for a third season this 2024. Organized jointly by Mazda Philippines and the Manila Sports Car Club (MSCC), and supported by Pilipinas Shell, GT Radial, and B.R.M. Chronographes, the first race for the 2024 calendar starts on May 25 (Saturday) at the Batangas Racing Circuit.
Filed Under:
Mazda MX-5,
Motorsports,
News,
Sports Car
Get Up To 20 Percent Off These Isuzu BLOWBAGETS Parts
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) announces its Summertastic Discount Promo. Aimed at ensuring Isuzu vehicle owners enjoy their summer adventures to the fullest, the promo offers a Free Safety Check-up and up to 20 percent discount on select Isuzu parts from April 17 to May 31, 2024.
Filed Under:
Isuzu Corporate,
News,
Service
Shell Expands EV Charger Network To 3 Ortigas-Developed Malls
Shell continues to add new charging stations to cement its position as the leader in mobility energy transition. In partnership with Ortigas Land Corporation (OLC), Shell simultaneously activated Shell Recharge Stations at Estancia Mall, Greenhills-Connecticut Arcade, and Greenhills Missouri.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Shell Corporate
BMW Has Sold Over A Million EVs Globally
The BMW Group delivered one million fully-electric vehicles since the launch of the pioneering i3 in 2011. The group which includes BMW, Mini, and Rolls-Royce reached the milestone thanks to a total of 82,700 BEVs delivered during the first quarter of 2024—a 27.9 percent year-on-year growth for BEVs.
Filed Under:
BMW Corporate,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News
April 18, 2024
Did Mazda Just Run Out Of Design Ideas In Coming Up With The 2025 CX-80?
Mazda designers may have come up with head-turning designs in the past, but lately, we’re not really too sure. You could say that the bar started getting low when they revealed the North American market CX-70—essentially a CX-90 with a new bumper and the third-row seats removed. Now, it’s clear that they have lost all interest in coming up with differentiated designs with the three-row CX-80.
Filed Under:
Mazda CX-80,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
Limited Edition Mazda MX-5 Miata Cup 23rd Anniversary Edition Celebrates Motorsports Heritage
Commemorating the 23rd Anniversary of the Miata Cup by the Miata Club of the Philippines (MCP), Mazda Philippines is launching the special, limited-edition MX-5 Miata Cup 23rd Anniversary Edition. Limited to just 23 units, the MX-5 Miata Cup 23rd Anniversary Edition celebrates Mazda’s rich motorsports heritage and the oldest, continually-held one-make race in the country.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Mazda MX-5,
Motorsports,
News,
Sports Car
Mazda PH Updates Iconic MX-5 For 2024 With Improved Handling, Connectivity
The most iconic Mazda in the model range gets more exhilarating with a host of upgrades for 2024, ranging from enhanced connectivity and significant dynamic improvements, to new track-focused technologies that result in the sharpest, best-handling MX-5 yet.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Mazda MX-5,
News,
Sports Car
Global Team Toyota Athletes From Asia Reach for Greater Heights At Paris 2024
Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) launches the next chapter of the “Start Your Impossible” (SYI) global marketing campaign, igniting excitement for the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024. The global campaign showcases the power of local communities across the world rallying behind their athletes and emphasizes Toyota’s belief that no journey is taken alone.
Filed Under:
News,
Toyota Corporate
April 17, 2024
On The Eve Of The Mustang's Philippine Launch, Ford Just Revealed A Special 60th Anniversary Edition Model In The US
Well, someone at Ford Philippines screwed up the timing of the all-new 2024 Mustang’s launch. On the eve of the much-anticipated local reveal of the pony car, in the US, Ford just came up with a 60th Anniversary Package that harks back to the 1965 original.
Filed Under:
Ford Mustang,
News,
Sports Car
All-New 2024 Ford Mustang Launched: Specs, Prices, Everything You Need To Know
After opening reservations last February, Ford Philippines has launched the all-new Mustang to coincide with the muscle car’s 60th anniversary. Customer deliveries start in May.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Ford Mustang,
News,
Sports Car
You Can Now Have Your Hyundai Serviced At Home (Or Wherever) With Hyundai Mobile Service
Hyundai Motor Philippines, Inc. (HMPH) solidifies its commitment to continuously innovate the car ownership experience for Filipinos through the Hyundai Mobile Service (HMS). This newest aftersales program is designed to make it easier and more convenient for customers to ensure that their Hyundai vehicles are in shape and well taken care of.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
News,
Service
Isuzu, Hyundai Show Off Modern PUVs At LTO Motor Show
Truck brands Isuzu and Hyundai both showed off their modern PUVs at this year’s LTO Motor Show. The show, in celebration of the LTO’s 112th founding anniversary, takes place until April 19 at the Land Transportation Office Main Office in East Avenue, Quezon City.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
Isuzu Corporate,
LTO,
News,
PUV Modernization
Nissan Shows Off EV Battery Pilot Line For Solid State Batteries
Nissan showed its in-construction all-solid-state battery pilot line located at its Yokohama Plant in Kanagawa Prefecture. The pilot line is aimed to further promote development and innovative manufacturing technologies for the “game-changing” batteries.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Nissan Corporate,
Technology
Omoda & Jaecoo Delays Philippine Market Launch To 2nd Half 2024
The Philippine launch of the Omoda & Jaecoo brands have been pushed to the second half of 2024. This was revealed during the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) where the most-promising Chinese brand had one of the largest presence (floorspace-wise) at 800 square meters. This marks the second launch move for the brand after first announcing its intention to enter the market in late 2023. It was since moved twice to April 2024 (MIAS), and now to June (at the earliest).
Filed Under:
Jaecoo 7,
Jaecoo 8,
News,
Omoda 5,
Omoda Corporate
April 16, 2024
Suzuki PH Extends Offers On S-Presso, Ertiga Hybrid This April
Suzuki Auto Philippines is extending its “Summer to Remember Promo” until the end of April. For the whole month, customers can take advantage of the low down payment and cash discounts on the Ertiga Hybrid and S-Presso.
Filed Under:
News,
Suzuki Corporate,
Suzuki Ertiga,
Suzuki S-Presso
Check Out Honda Cars PH's April Offers
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is providing its customers with fresh sales promos, available for the month of April.
Filed Under:
Honda BR-V,
Honda Brio,
Honda City,
Honda Corporate,
News
Kia Backtracks On EVs, To Offer More Hybrids
Amidst the uncertain demand for battery electric vehicles, Kia is shifting its efforts and ramping up its hybrid vehicle offerings.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Environment,
Kia Corporate,
News
A Premium European Brand Will Use Chery's Platform
A “premium European brand” will use a Chery Auto vehicle platform. This was revealed by the Chery Auto’s chairman, Yin Tongyue, during a product livestream event.
Filed Under:
Chery Corporate,
News
April 15, 2024
Shell Fleet Solutions To Help Flash Express Cut Its Carbon Footprint
Shell Fleet Solutions recently partnered with Flash Express, one of the fastest-growing delivery service providers in the Philippines and in the region, as it takes a step towards decarbonizing its extensive, nationwide operations by joining Shell’s Accelerate to Zero initiative.
Filed Under:
News,
Shell Corporate
Using Your Petron Value Card Can Win You Lazada Credits
Petron Corporation ramps up the excitement with its loyal customers with the launch of the Win Milyun-Milyong Lazada Credits raffle promo on the Petron Rewards Facebook Page.
Filed Under:
Fuel,
News,
Petron Corporate
Self-Driving Hyundai Ioniq 5 Passes Driver's License Test
A Hyundai self-driving car (robotaxi) based on the Ioniq 5 has successfully passed a process similar to obtaining a U.S. driver’s license test to convey the safety and trustworthiness of Hyundai’s autonomous driving tech.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Ioniq 5,
Safety,
Technology
Isuzu PH Extends Partnership For 2024 Rallycross Series
In a move that underscores its commitment to the motorsport community in the Philippines, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is renewing its partnership of the 2024 Philippine Rallycross Series. This partnership, which began in 2021, has been a part of IPC’s engagement with motorsports, particularly rallycross, where the Isuzu D-Max has showcased its power and performance.
Filed Under:
Isuzu Corporate,
Isuzu D-Max,
Motorsports,
News
GAC Motor Opens In San Fernando Pampanga
Astara-led GAC Motor Philippines enters the second quarter of 2024 on a strong note with the inauguration of GAC Motor in San Fernando, Pampanga under Autokid Motors (Autokid). This GAC Motor dealership complies with GAC’s global showroom standards, and is fully outfitted with 3S facilities for vehicle maintenance and service.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
GAC Corporate,
News
Honda City: A Sedan For Both Heart And Mind
Buying a brand-new car is a decision made by both heart and mind. Not only should you go for a car that tugs on your heart by being a head-turner and easy-to-drive, but it should also satisfy your practical side by being easy-on-the-pocket when it comes to overall ownership.
Filed Under:
Feature,
Honda City,
Sub-Compact
Wuling Enters The Philippines With 4 Vehicle Line-Up
They may not have made it in time for the Chinese International Auto Show—sorry, the Manila International Auto Show—but Wuling is now in the Philippines.
Filed Under:
Baojun Yep,
Compact,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Sub-Compact,
Wuling Bingo,
Wuling Gameboy,
Wuling Macaron
April 14, 2024
Honda HR-V: The Sub-Compact SUV Made Safer
Sub-compact SUVs are a dime a dozen nowadays. In fact, apart from those that we already know, there are even more that are entering the category as we speak. Ultimately, this undeniable influx begs the question – is there even a difference anymore between all the brands that are currently on the table? The answer is simple. The difference lie in a dedication to consistently delivering the best product, with an undeniable commitment to innovation that goes with it.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Feature,
Honda HR-V,
Safety
April 12, 2024
Mitsubishi Triton Aces Tough ANCAP Safety Test
The all-new Mitsubishi Triton continues to show its adherence to global safety standard by acing yet another New Car Assessment Program or NCAP test. After getting a 5-star rating at the ASEAN NCAP, Mitsubishi’s next-generation pickup truck managed the same in the more stringent Australasian New Car Assessment Program or ANCAP.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Triton,
NCAP,
News,
Pick-Up,
Safety
These Are The Complete Specs, Prices Of The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross (w/ Specs)
Toyota Motor Philippines brings in the new Corolla Cross compact crossover for 2024. Three variants are available for the local market, all sporting updated looks, new technology features, and for the first time ever, a standard gasoline-electric powertrain.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact Crossover,
News,
Toyota Corolla Cross
Roma Spider Is Latest Ferrari Cited For Best Design
The Ferrari Roma Spider is the latest model from the Prancing Horse to be recognized for its design. The German Red Dot Awards has cited the soft top with the Red Dot: Best of the Best in the Product Design category.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Ferrari Corporate,
Ferrari Roma,
News
Kia's First-Ever Pickup Truck Is Called Tasman
Filed Under:
Kia Corporate,
Kia Tasman,
News,
Pick-Up
April 11, 2024
First-Ever Mazda CX-80 Gets April 18 Reveal Date
The wait won’t be long for the fourth member of Mazda’s Large Product family as the three-row CX-80 gets an April 18 reveal date.
Filed Under:
Mazda CX-80,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
Lexus Philippines Adds Two EVs To Its Line-Up: The RZ 300e And UX 300e
Lexus Philippines adds two Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) to its line-up. After the success of its first-ever all-electric offering, the RZ 450e (read our review here), the Japanese premium carmaker is adding the RZ 300e and the UX 300e to its line-up.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Lexus RZ,
Lexus UX,
Luxury SUV,
News
LEGO's Latest Collection Of Racing Builds Now Available In The Philippines
Lego unveils its latest collection of vehicles, developed in partnership with iconic car and racing brands such as BMW, McLaren Racing & Senna, and the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 Team.
Jetour Auto PH Extends Partnership With Team Kramer
Jetour Auto Philippines, Inc. (JAPI) is extending their partnership with celebrity family Team Kramer as their official brand ambassadors this 2024.
Filed Under:
Jetour Corporate,
News
Toyota To Take Over Vehicle Development From Daihatsu For Overseas Markets
Toyota isn’t stopping with a clean sweep of Daihatsu’s top management as part of their reforms in their subsidiary. The carmaker has just announced that it will now oversee Daihatsu’s overseas business structure, including the development of vehicles for emerging and developing markets such as the Philippines.
Filed Under:
News,
Toyota Avanza,
Toyota Corporate,
Toyota Raize,
Toyota Rush,
Toyota Veloz,
Toyota Yaris Cross
Carsome, SeaOil Partner For A "Wheely" Good Deal
Carsome Philippines, the largest online platform for certified pre-owned cars, has partnered with SeaOil, the country’s leading independent fuel provider, to launch the “Free Fuel Frenzy” campaign. This dynamic partnership goes beyond just savings: it’s about creating a seamless and cost-effective used car ownership journey for Filipinos.
Hyundai Is Chasing The Electric Production SUV Record At The Pikes Peak Hill Climb
Hyundai is aiming for the Electric Production SUV/Crossover record at this year’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb happening on June 23. Two Ioniq 5 N cars will do the famous climb as part of a four-car effort.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Ioniq 5,
News,
Sports Sedan
Q&A With Tadashi Nishikawa, Nissan Formula E's Chief Powertrain Engineer
Since coming to Europe from the Nissan R&D department in Japan three years ago, Tadashi Nishikawa has become a vital member of the team, overseeing the development of the Nissan Formula E powertrain, which has already scored a pole, a victory, and three podiums in five races during Season 10, including a second-place finish at the inaugural Tokyo E-Prix.
Filed Under:
Feature,
Motorsports,
Nissan Corporate,
Technology
April 10, 2024
Mark Your Calendars: Toyota Motor PH Launching New Corolla Cross On April 12
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has announced that it will be launching the new line of its all-time best-selling Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), the Toyota Corolla Cross on Friday, April 12.
Filed Under:
Events,
News,
Toyota Corolla Cross,
Toyota Corporate
April 8, 2024
Mitsubishi Motors PH, Security Bank Establish Mitsubishi Motors Finance Philippines
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) and Security Bank Corporation (SBC) have signed a joint-venture to establish Mitsubishi Motors Finance Philippines Inc. The new company will offer financing services to MMPC customers in the Philippines.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
MG Philippines Electrifies With ZS EV And MG4 XPower; Previews 4 Additional Models (w/ Specs)
MG Philippines showed off a 12-vehicle line-up at MIAS, the largest of any car brand at the event, including four new sustainable and innovative EV offerings for the local market.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
MG 3,
MG 4,
MG 7,
MG Cyberster,
MG G50,
MG Mifa 9,
MG ZS,
MIAS
GWM Philippines Launches P 1.288M Ora 03 EV, Previews 2 PHEV Models
GWM Philippines, under the distributorship of Luxuriant Automotive Group, Inc. (LAGI), expands its line-up with the introduction of its first EV for the Philippine market, the public launch of the Tank 300, and the preview three all-new vehicles at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS).
Filed Under:
GWM GWM Haval Menglong,
GWM Haval M6,
GWM Ora 03,
GWM Ora Good Cat,
GWM Tank 300,
MIAS,
News,
Wey Gaoshan
April 6, 2024
Under New Management, Chevrolet Reports 41 Percent Growth In Q1 2024
Chevrolet Philippines President and CEO Maria Fe Perez Agudo announced at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) that Chevrolet Philippines has accomplished a 41 percent sales growth in the first quarter of the year, driven by the Tracker, Camaro, and Trailblazer. This impressive growth has been realized through the company’s aggressive first quarter sales campaign and product road shows.
Filed Under:
Chevrolet Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Chery Auto PH Gears Up For Electrification
Chery Auto Philippines (CAP) is taking a significant stride towards a greener and sustainable future at this year’s Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) happening from April 4 to 7, 2024.
Filed Under:
Chery eQ7,
Chery Tiggo 7,
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro,
Compact SUV,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
MIAS,
News
JAC Philippines Shows 6 Model Line-Up
JAC Motors, the latest addition to Astara Philippines’ distributorship portfolio, made its debut at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) showing off its full line-up with six models—three SUVs, two pickup trucks, and one EV.
Filed Under:
JAC Corporate,
JAC JS4,
JAC JS6,
JAC JS8 Pro,
JAC T8,
JAC T9,
JAC Ytterby,
MIAS,
News
This Guy's The First Owner Of A Jetour T2
It’s the battle of the titos at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). Not to be outshone by the announcement of Ian Veneracion as BAIC’s brand ambassador, Jetour Auto Philippines (JAPI) says the first customer of the just-launched Jetour T2 is Tito Sen.
Filed Under:
Jetour Corporate,
Jetour T2,
MIAS,
News
Lynk & Co Makes Philippine Debut With 3 Models At MIAS
The Swedish-Chinese automotive brand, Lynk & Co makes its official debut at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) under United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI).
April 5, 2024
WInterpine Celebrating 45 Years With 45 Percent Discount At MIAS
Winterpine Marketing Corporation is celebrating its 45th anniversary at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) with exclusive promos and discounts.
Filed Under:
3M Corporate,
MIAS,
News
BYD To Showcase Han, Tang At Power Plant Mall This Weekend
BYD will take center stage at the North Court Area of the Rockwell Power Plant Mall from April 5 to 7, for a weekend display and test drive activity with two of its premium full-electric offerings: the BYD Han electric sports sedan, and the BYD Tang three-row electric SUV.
Filed Under:
BYD Corporate,
BYD Han,
BYD Tang,
Events,
News
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