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April 13, 2019

Foton Philippines Prices 2019 Gratour iM6 MPV (w/ Specs)


Previewed last November 2018, Foton Philippines has finally priced the newest member of the Gratour family: the Foton Gratour iM6. As the flagship of the Gratour range, the iM6 is a decidedly more sophisticated and larger MPV and comes with standard features that can put most MPVs in this price range to shame.

The 2020 Nissan Almera Undergoes a Dramatic Transformation (w/ 11 Photos)


When it comes to sub-compact cars, the all-new Nissan Versa (aka Almera) is candidate for receiving the most dramatic transformation. Nissan describes their new small sedan as “energetic, provocative, and engaging” and based on the photos, it does look pretty impressive.

April 12, 2019

The First Shipment of 2019 Honda Brios is Heading to the Philippines


With the all-new Honda Brio’s market launch just two weeks away, it’s understandable that Honda Cars Philippines is readying itself for potential buyers, and proof is this: the first export shipment is heading this way.

Hyundai Philippines Awarded as Top Regional Distributor for Commercial Vehicles


Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) has been awarded the 2018 Regional Distributor of the Year for Commercial Vehicles (CV) in the Asia-Pacific/Russia & Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region.

This is a Slightly Better Looking Honda Civic Type R Mugen


Remember the Honda Civic Type R, yes, the one with the face only Honda fanboys could love? Well, thankfully there’s a more tasteful Mugen treatment for Honda’s hot hatch and it’s the one with the best possibility of being offered locally as an aftermarket treatment.

Meet the New Faces of Shell Fuels in the Philippines


Pilipinas Shell presented their newest brand ambassadors. According to the fuel giant, these ambassadors “are not just the faces of the Shell brands, but are living proof of the company’s commitment to their customers, as they relate their personal experience in using Shell’s products and services throughout the years.”

April 11, 2019

In Time for the Holy Week: Autosweep RFID Can Now Be Used on the TPLEX


Traveling up north this summer? There’s some good news: the Autosweep RFID can now be used on the TPLEX.

The 2020 Subaru Outback is Almost Upon Us


The world won’t have to wait long for Subaru to pull the wraps off its all-new 2020 Outback. In fact, a week to go before its global unveil, the Japanese automaker revealed a teaser photo.

April 10, 2019

The China-Market Chevrolet Trailblazer May Not be What You Think It Is


Chevrolet confirmed that they will be unveiling two new SUVs at the upcoming Auto Shanghai: the 2020 Trailblazer and 2020 Tracker. The Tracker has a strong chance of making it to the Philippines market, while the situation of the Trailblazer is a bit murky.

I Have a Renewed Respect for Car Sales Professionals


You can look at this as the opportunity of a lifetime or you can look at this as one of the nervous experiences you’ll ever face in your professional career. Giving a client the “walk-around” of his brand-new car is something sales professional do on a day-to-day basis, but it’s not everyday you present one in front of a motoring journalist with both the company’s president and marketing manager in tow.

Caltex Philippines Kicks Off Street Borne Promo for Havoline 4T Motorcycle Oil


Caltex is kicking off the Street Borne campaign for their Havoline brand of lubricants for motorcycles and scooters. The promo, valid at participating workshops, outlets, and service stations has a campaign-themed box with a see-through window revealing the Havoline oil and Street Borne cap.

Win 5 Years Worth of Shell Fuel When You Get a Nissan This April


Nissan Philippines is giving owners the chance to go the distance with free Shell fuel for five years. Yes, that’s not a typo—free Shell fuel for five years.

Buy a Chevrolet Colorado, Get Free 2 Years PMS


This April, The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), the exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet automobiles in the Philippines is offering its entire Colorado pickup truck line with a free Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS) package.

April 9, 2019

BMW Philippines is Cutting the Price of Its X1 by P 600,000 This April


Thinking of getting into the BMW brand for the first time? Well, BMW Philippines is offering a great entry into the world of sheer driving pleasure with special rates on its X1 and 1 Series this April.

Mitsubishi Philippines Celebrates One Million Unit Sales


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) hit its 1 million-unit sales milestone this year. The company has been logging various milestones in its historical books and this particular achievement is deemed to be a highly memorable one. The company has been operating for over 55 straight years as an automotive manufacturing plant and distributor which remained in the country even in times of economic difficulties.

You Can Armor a Toyota Fortuner or Kia Grand Carnival Now


With criminality (and road rage) on the rise, some people have resorted to vehicle armoring to provide an extra layer of protection. A new entrant is Impenetra Armor Protective Systems based in Bacoor, Cavite.

Toyota Hilux, Tundra May Share New Platform


The next-generation Hilux and the North American market full-sized Tundra / mid-sized Tacoma might be joined at the hip as Toyota moves to consolidate its platforms under the highly modular TNGA platform.

Review: 2019 Ford Ranger XLT A/T


The popularity of high-trim variants like the Wildtrak and Raptor says a lot about how Filipinos treat pickup trucks. Instead of being something like a workhorse, they fulfill the role of status symbol. True enough, if one were to look at the number of spruced-up, decked-out Wildtraks out there, it can be surmised that the cargo bed won’t be seeing action anytime soon. So where does that leave lesser trim models?

Taking a Long Road Trip with Your Subaru, Get Peace of Mind with Their Service Offers


Going on a long road trip this summer with your Subaru? Get peace of mind, and have it serviced before you do so. The best time may be to do it this April 8 to 27, 2019 since Subaru’s offering discount on parts and services.

April 8, 2019

Mitsubishi Confirms: L300 to Return with Euro-4 Compliant Engine


At the celebration of its one millionth vehicle sales in the country, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) announced that its venerable L300 is coming back to fulfill the need for a no-frills light-duty truck.