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July 3, 2024

Suzuki PH Extends Rainy Deals Promo Deals On S-Presso, Ertiga Hybrid

Suzuki Philippines announces the extension of its Suzuki Rainy Deals promo through the month of July. The carmaker is offering the same deals on select Suzuki vehicles until July 31, 2024.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) recently opened the 2024 class of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Academy Philippines (TGRA), its training ground for both aspiring and experienced racers.

Creating food and elevating it into culinary art requires attention to detail and an evolved level of craftsmanship, values which are also at the core of the Lexus brand.

Aside from their zero emissions, electric cars are known for their quickness. The instant delivery of power to the wheels makes them a new option for those with a need for speed. Some of them are even pitting EVs against performance cars.

Lexus Extends Midyear Offers To RZ And UX EV Models

Lexus Philippines is extending its mid-year promo to its battery electric vehicles (BEVs) this July.

50 years ago, Porsche introduced the Turbo model designation to the 930 generation 911. At the time, when the world faced an oil crisis, Porsche was planning for the future—one that highlighted their technical progress as an automaker while also bridging a direct link between their success on the racetrack and the showroom floor. The resulting 911 Turbo brought with it not just a stronger motor, but also a myriad of upgrades to maximize the potential of the 911 platform. Turbo, in Porsche parlance, is born.

Audi Philippines is currently offering an exclusive midyear promotion on select models, featuring various financing options that make Audi ownership more attainable.

Buoyed by the global success of Jetour Auto in 2023, Jetour Auto Philippines sets its sights high as it held its 2024 mid-year business conference.

The next-generation MG HS compact SUV is slated for a global reveal this July 11 at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the United Kingdom. The RAV4-sized SUV will feature a ground up redesign and a variety of new powertrains including a confirmed plug-in hybrid system.

First Drive: 2024 Mitsubishi Triton

It’s been a busy first half in the motoring beat. New cars, new brands, a car show, and out of country trips came one after another that there was barely any breathing room for us in the media. Even Mitsubishi found it hectic as they cannot schedule a drive after launching the Triton pickup in January.

As Shell Pilipinas celebrates its 110th Anniversary, seven teams from various universities in the Philippines are set to showcase their creativity, engineering skills, and teamwork in Lombok, Indonesia for the Shell Eco-marathon 2024 Asia Pacific and Middle East (APME) competition.

In the lead-up to the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024, Toyota is elevating its long-standing global partnership with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), with the delivery of 3,374 sustainable mobility vehicles to support athletes, officials, volunteers, accredited media, and spectators at the Games. These mobility solutions have been specially designed to incorporate the visual identity of Paris 2024 to highlight the strong partnership between Toyota and the Games.

With the Department of Energy (DOE) recognizing the Kicks e-Power as a Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) despite being, in all intents and purposes, a serial hybrid, Nissan Philippines has passed on additional savings gained from excise tax cuts to would-be customers.

In what could be our clearest sign of an impending shakeup in Toyota Motor Philippines’ sub-compact sedan game, the country’s number one automaker has continued to cut the number of Vios variants starting this July 1.

In celebration of the GS3 Emzoom subcompact crossover’s milestone of 1,500 units sold right before its launch anniversary, GAC Motor Philippines, thanked Emzoom owners with a celebratory drive from different GAC dealerships in Luzon to Pampanga.

The Geely Emgrand has reached a global sales milestone with over 3.86 million unit sold in 15 years. Exemplifying Geely’s desire to produce high-value cars, it’s their most popular sedan, and is sold in around 20 countries and regions globally.

Established automotive distributor and importer United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI) held a two-day drive event showcasing its four automotive brands: BAIC, Chery, Foton, and Lynk & Co. The ride and drive, with the theme “Choose your own adventure”, happened on June 24 and 25, taking members of the motoring media on a drive from Metro Manila to ACEA Beach Resort in Subic.

Taking a page straight off BYD’s tech book, Geely has unveiled its own self-developed lithium iron phosphate blade battery that promises better battery life, charging speed, and safety. The Geely New Short Blade EV Battery Technology—as it’s officially called—will also offer increased energy density, volume utilization, and increased flexibility to future vehicle design.

Classic car speculators are about to have a field day with the Jimny as Suzuki announces it’ll be discontinued in one major market by early 2025—at the latest.

In partnership with the Department of Tourism (DOT), Nissan Philippines has been assigned as the Official Mobility Partner for the 36th Joint Meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for East Asia and the Pacific and the UN Tourism Commission for South Asia (36th CAP-CSA) and the 1st UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Asia and the Pacific, held last June 26 to 28, 2024 in Cebu.

Toyota Motor PH Recalling Select Hilux GR-S Models For Potential Cracking

Toyota Motor Philippines is announcing a recall on select Hilux GR-S pickup trucks to replace the standard sports bar.

Zeekr Launches In The Philippines With Zeekr 001 And Zeekr X

The Autohub Group of Companies has officially launched Zeekr in the Philippines. A maker of premium electric vehicles, it will start with two models—the Zeekr 001 (Zeekr 001 Long Range, Zeekr 001 Privilege) and Zeekr X (Zeekr X Premium, Zeekr X Priviledge).

White Is The Favorite Color Of Ford Ranger, Everest Buyers

Ford has come a long way from the day Henry Ford told customers they could buy their Model T in any color their heart desired, so long as it was black.

The all-new, seventh-generation BMW M5 is now out and with it brings the quintessential sport sedan into the electrified age with its first-ever plug-in hybrid powertrain.

Diamond Auto Group EV Corp has announced that they have landed in Davao with the arrival of their Rich6 EV pickup truck at dealer Davao Bonifacio Motors, Inc.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) will hold the official public launch of the Xforce on Friday, July 5 at SM Aura in Taguig. With a tagline, “Be The Force,” it’s a groundbreaking addition to MMPC’s lineup that sets new standards in design, comfort, and technology.

The 2025 Xforce is Mitsubishi Motors Philippines’ first 5-seater crossover since the ASX and given it’s competing in a highly competitive yet fast-growing segment, the three-diamond brand believes it’ll play a vital role in pushing annual sales up to 94,000 units this year—up 15 percent from last year’s 81,473 units.

Compact crossover buyers can sense a great disturbance in the force. Just when you thought the market has settled down to a constant rhythm, here comes the Mitsubishi Xforce and its promise of bringing everything you know and considered on its head (check out the full specs here or watch our video here).

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines has finally revealed the full specs, prices, and variants of the 2025 Xforce compact crossover (you can read our First Drive here or watch our Unboxing here).

5 Things Filipino Families Love With The Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid

Suzuki has a proven reputation of making small and economic cars. And while the Suzuki Ertiga isn’t exactly small, it should be on the list of Filipino families thanks to its combination of style, functionality, and of course, fuel efficiency.

“Intimate” and “Innovative,” the 2025 Inster is Hyundai’s small EV yet. The A-segment sub-compact EV SUV offers not just a unique design but segment-leading driving range, versatility, and technology as well.

What comes into mind when you think of an MPV? For sure it will be a 7-seater, modern amenities for the front occupants, cabin comfort, and of course - a nice price. But when every offering in the segment has checked those boxes already, how else will you differentiate yourself?

MSCC Mazda Miata MX-5 Claims Dramatic Class Win At 2024 12-Hour Kalayaan Cup Endurance Race

The #55 Team MSCC Mazda Miata MX-5 race car crossed the checkered flag, clinching first place in the Open A category at the 2024 Kalayaan Cup. The MX-5 completed 250 laps of the 4.189-kilometer Clark International Speedway circuit, also securing the Fastest Lap with a time of 2:10.687. The MX-5’s impressive result, however, tells only part of the story as the team had to overcome challenging race conditions, including a dramatic last-lap overtake to secure its class victory.

The Ferrari Purosangue has been awarded the prestigious Compasso d’Oro, one of the most coveted accolades in the field of industrial design. The award was received by Flavio Manzoni, Ferrari Chief Design Officer, on behalf of the company.

Commercial vehicle and truck specialist Foton continues to bolster its presence nationwide as it simultaneously signs six new dealerships that span Luzon and Mindanao. This rounds up the total Foton Network to 28 dealerships.

Following its dealer network expansion plans, Chery Auto Philippines, under United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI), is set to launch three new SUV/crossover offerings in the second half of 2024. This was confirmed Froilan Dytianquin, Managing Director of Chery Auto Philippines (and UAAGI for that matter).

In a bid to boost its network expansion plans in the country, Chery Auto Philippines (CAP) signed partnerships with nine new dealer groups:

Bentley launches the fourth-generation Continental GT Speed—a definitive grand tourer that packs a striking modern design, artisanal craftsmanship, and a new Ultra Performance Hybrid powertrain.

VinFast Lands In TIME Magazine's 2024 List Of 100 Most Influential Companies

Vietnamese electric car company VinFast lands a spot in Time Magazine’s 2024 list of 100 Most Influential Companies (Time100), with Time100 applauding the car maker for its disruptive influence, rapid growth, and innovative approach.

Jetour Auto Phil Inc. (JAPI) expands its presence in North Luzon with a new dealership located in Isabela province.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines has quietly launched the refreshed Montero Sport around three months after its world debut in Thailand. The 2024 refresh is expected to be the current-generation 7-seater SUV’s last before it switches to an all-new design in a couple of years.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N has set a new record for the Electric Modified Production SUV/Crossover category at the Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC).

Lynk & Co Opens First Dealership In The Philippines

United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI) opened the first Lynk & Co Center in the Philippines. Serving as a key launch step for Lynk & Co in Southeast Asia, the inaugural showroom in the Philippines is set to enhance customer experience and delivery efficiency, with models leading the way to surprise and benefit local consumers.

First Drive: 2024 Ford Bronco Outer Banks

Ford Philippines has brought in two legendary vehicles—the seventh-generation Mustang and the first-ever Bronco. In Part 1, we tackled the Mustang and now in Part 2, we’re going to talk about the Bronco.

The 2024 Le Mans 24-hour race ended with the 111th class win for a Porsche racing car. Works driver Richard Lietz, Morris Schuring, and Yasser Shahin took the flag first in the new LMGT3 category in Manthey EMA’s Porsche 911 GT3 R.

This June, Lexus Philippines is having an exclusive midyear promo on select models offering various financing options that will make one’s Lexus ownership experience within more reach. Lexus guests can avail up to 50 percent down payment with up to 36 months, zero percent interest financing plan, free insurance, and a comprehensive after-sales service.

Of late, Ford’s been playing it safe in the Philippines. With a vast majority—roughly 60 percent—of its sales brought on by the Ranger, you could argue that they could re-brand themselves as the “Ranger Motor Company.” And while that’s great for the bottom line and all, it’s not doing enthusiasts much favors. That is, until a flash in the pan moment somewhere up the corporate ladder has given us this: the seventh-generation Mustang and the first-ever Bronco for the local market.

New Car Sales Break Month-On-Month Slump With 8 Percent Growth In May 2024

Improvements in vehicle supply and continued strong demand has pushed vehicle sales up month-on-month. May’s 8 percent growth versus April 2024 breaks the two-month slump that members of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) faced. It is also a 5.5 percent growth compared to May 2023.

Astara Philippines continues their growth and expansion campaign for GAC Motor Philippines with consecutive dealership openings, as it kick-starts its partnership with Autospeedygo and the inaugural launch of GAC Motor Marilao.

Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year celebrates June 24th, International Women Drivers’ Day by drawing attention to women drivers’ perspective concerning behavior. A survey led by Czech online magazine Zena v aute.cz for women drivers contacted 1,485 female drivers worldwide in an online questionnaire. It revealed that 78 percent of women drivers consider aggression on the roads to be a serious problem and 69 percent respondents think that aggressive behavior on the roads has been increasing.

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