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April 1, 2019

Foton Just Showed Off the Production Version of Its Modern PUV

Mid last year, Foton Motor Philippines, Inc., said they were introducing their own version of the Modern PUV. Now, as one of the leading commercial vehicle brands in the country, Foton has finally unveiled the production version of their Modern PUV: the Foton Jeepney or F-Jeep for short.

You know Metro Manila’s traffic situation’s hit a new low if companies are now starting to offer a “Road Rage Package.” And before you ask, no, it still doesn’t involve installing a Gatling gun or flame throwers—at least not yet. Instead, we’re talking about some lightweight armoring, you know, to protect yourself against people with guns.

Selected 2017-2018 LS 500 and LS 500h Units Affected by New Recall Says Lexus Philippines

After having to recall them for a faulty start-stop system, Lexus Philippines has announced a new safety recall concerning selected number of 2017-2018 LS 500h and LS 500 models.

Naming a car a “Masterpiece” certainly puts a lot of expectation of how it’ll look and drive, but it seems Kia has no problem calling their latest large SUV concept just that. Ladies and gentlemen, meet the Kia Masterpiece.

Hyundai’s going all-in on crossovers and SUVs since they’re adding one to slot below their Kona sub-compact crossover. Meet the Venue.

KTM Philippines Goes on Tour With Mobile Showroom and Service Clinic

To promote the KTM experience to the growing number of proud owners in the country, KTM On The Road was officially launched at the Inside Racing Bikefest and Trade Show.

Every year, the Autoplus display always seems to grab the lion’s share of attention at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). For the 2019 installment, it won’t be different as Autoplus is set to wow the crowd with its display of iconic supercars.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) announces a revamp of their official website. While it retains the same URL, it is, according to HCPI, faster, easier to use and navigate, and replete with relevant information that can provide Honda customers with their needs.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) opened its first dedicated commercial vehicle (CV) dealership in Northern Metro Manila.

The Second-Generation Honda Brio is Arriving in April

Remember the cute orange concept car that Honda showed off at the Philippine International Motor Show last year? Everyone knew it was a signal that the all-new, second-generation Brio is arriving soon. What people didn’t know is “soon” means this April.

The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet automobiles and parts in the country, holds its annual Chevrolet National Skillsfest last March 2, 2019 at Don Bosco Technical Institute of Makati, with 34 participants from the 27 Chevrolet dealerships nationwide.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation, in pursuit of its corporate social responsibility objective of uplifting the lives of the youth through free training and education, held last month the graduation ceremonies of the 15th batch of the Isuzu-TESDA Auto Mechanic Training Program at the TESDA (Technical Education and Skills Development Authority) Region 8 Training Center Compound in Barangay Abucay, Tacloban City, Leyte province.

Here’s something interesting: if you do hard track days in your Porsche, you’re better off with the traditional steel discs. This was revealed by Porsche Australia’s technical representative at the market launch of the 992-series Porsche 911 there.

A US-based safety advocate wants the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to investigate how Subaru, but more specifically, Toyota is handling the valve spring recall after complaints are starting to mount of engines knocking and stalling after the recall work was done.

Pagani Likens His Hypercars to Patek Philippe Watches

Horacio Pagani looks soft spoken and humble, after a lengthy roundtable with the motoring press, he spent some time signing posters, scale models, and other knick-knacks. His mannerisms, a far cry from the ostentatious hypercars that bear his name.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is reminding the public that its number coding “no window hours” scheme is only in effect at all major roads and Mabuhay Lane routes. This clarification was made by MMDA General Manager Jojo Garcia following erroneous rules on traffic number coding schemes went up online.

On its 20th anniversary, The Autohub Group announces that they have been appointed as the Exclusive Selling Agent of Pagani in the Philippines. The deal was formalized by the arrival of Mr. Horacio Pagani, the founder of Pagani Automobili in Manila yesterday after The Autohub Group announced it last year.

As Chevrolet was looking for a replacement to its Daewoo-engineered Captiva crossover, they turned to Baojun, the Mainland China joint-venture between SAIC and GM. The result is that hey got a Baojun 530, changed a few things and voila, here’s the 2019 Captiva. The odd thing is that SAIC’s also going to market the Baojun 530 as the MG Hector. How’s that for a plot twist?

Here’s hoping Manila Water gets to fix our water supply problem before electric vehicles get here. Why you ask? Well, because if an EV catches fire, you’re going to need a lot of water of put out the flames.

The Mitsubishi Strada Absolute is a Carbon Fiber Clad Ranger Raptor Fighter (w/ 7 Photos)

It looks like Mitsubishi is dead serious about making an ultimate version of its Strada / L200 / Triton pickup truck. Instead of just showing off the L200 Mountain Rescue Concept, which, admittedly looks a bit sissy right now, the Japanese automaker has come up with this: a carbon fiber clad pickup truck called the Strada Absolute (Triton Absolute in Thailand).

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April 1, 2019

Foton Just Showed Off the Production Version of Its Modern PUV

Yes, There's Now a Road Rage Package Available for the Nissan Navara

March 30, 2019

Selected 2017-2018 LS 500 and LS 500h Units Affected by New Recall Says Lexus Philippines

Kia's Masterpiece Concept Previews Land Cruiser Prado Rivaling SUV

Hyundai's Adding Yet Another SUV to Their Line-Up

March 29, 2019

KTM Philippines Goes on Tour With Mobile Showroom and Service Clinic

Autoplus Will Likely Have the Most Awesome Display at the Manila International Auto Show 2019

Honda Cars Philippines Revamps Website

Hyundai Opens First Dedicated Commercial Vehicle Dealership in North Metro Manila

March 28, 2019

The Second-Generation Honda Brio is Arriving in April

Chevrolet Philippines Reveals Finalists at 2019 National Skillsfest

Isuzu Philippines, TESDA Hold Graduation Ceremony for Auto Mechanic Training Program

Porsche Rep: Ceramic Brakes Are for Looks and Value, Not for Track Days

Safety Advocate Wants to Probe Subaru/Toyota Valve Spring Recall

March 27, 2019

Pagani Likens His Hypercars to Patek Philippe Watches

MMDA Reiterates: No Window Hour in Effect Only on Major Roads, Mabuhay Lane Routes

Is the Philippines Ready for a P 100-Million Car? Pagani Now Under The Autohub Group

Chevrolet Looks to China for Next-Generation Captiva

If Our Water Problem Doesn't Get Fixed, Putting Out EV Fires Will Be Impossible

March 26, 2019

The Mitsubishi Strada Absolute is a Carbon Fiber Clad Ranger Raptor Fighter (w/ 7 Photos)