Mercedes-Benz Philippines is now making available the flagship three-row GLS luxury SUV with a suggested retail price of 8.990 million. Exuding presence and power, the German automaker calls it, “the S-Class of SUVs.”
May 18, 2020
Mercedes-Benz PH Launches P 8.990M Flagship GLS SUV (w/ Full Specs)
Mercedes-Benz Philippines is now making available the flagship three-row GLS luxury SUV with a suggested retail price of 8.990 million. Exuding presence and power, the German automaker calls it, “the S-Class of SUVs.”
Mazda, Toyota, Honda Vows to Spend on R&D Even as Profits Plunge
Hard hit by production stoppages and weakening sales, some carmakers have turned to conserving cash as means to ride out the coronavirus pandemic; but not for Mazda, as well as Toyota and Honda. These automakers intend to continue spending and developing next-generation technologies.
May 17, 2020
Despite Coronavirus, Geely PH is Confident of Achieving 2020 Targets
Despite the challenges of doing business in the “new normal,” SGAP remains confident that they will be able to achieve their 2020 targets.
Geely PH to Re-Open Sole Dealership on May 18
Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the exclusive distributor of Geely vehicles in the Philippines is re-opening its sole showroom for both sales and service starting on Monday, May 18.
Subaru PH Offers 2,000-km Grace Period for Missed Service Due to ECQ
In line with Motor Image Pilipinas’s move to re-open more dealerships with enhanced health and safety protocols, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines is offering owners whose preventive maintenance service (PMS) and/or warranties were affected by the implementation of the ECQ, generous parts and service initiatives.
Subaru PH Dealers Re-Open Starting Monday, May 18; Offers At Home Test Drives for Customers
Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines has announced that its company-owned dealer network will re-open starting Wednesday, May 20, while its franchise dealers will start resuming operations by Monday, May 18. The full list of dealers, operating hours, and re-opening dates is available below.
More Mazda Dealerships Are Ready to Serve Under "New Normal" Conditions
Following the government’s easing of quarantine restrictions, Mazda Philippines is announcing the re-opening of its Luzon-based dealership network. Twenty Mazda dealers will be ready to serve customers starting tomorrow, building from the three that already re-opened in GCQ areas last May 5, 2020 (see full list below).
May 16, 2020
Ford Re-Opens at These Locations Starting May 16
Ford Philippines is opening majority of its dealerships nationwide starting May 16, 2020 while observing strict safety and sanitary protocols to protect its customers and dealer employees.
MG PH Re-Opens Dealerships Starting Today
MG dealers across the country have started to re-open as the government started easing quarantine protocols. Nine MG dealerships have opened today, May 16 with 5 more slated to re-open by Monday, May 18. See the full list below.
5 Things to Check Before Your First Drive in Months
With coronavirus restrictions easing around the Philippines, you may find yourself behind the wheel once more—for essential outings, of course. But after an extended period of non-use, it pays to take these five things in mind to prevent any possible car-related headache.
Chevrolet Finishes Off Trailblazer, Captiva SUVs
With Chevrolet pulling out of the Thai market by the end of the year (including manufacturing), the American carmaker has announced the end of sale of its two SUVs manufactured there: the Captiva and Trailblazer.
Carmakers are Starting to Phase Out MPVs
Already experiencing slow sales pre-pandemic, the coronavirus may spell the end for MPVs. More and more carmakers are starting to drop family-oriented MPVs in favor of SUVs and crossovers. The latest one to join the trend? Renault.
PGA Cars to Go Appointment-Basis Only for Both Sales and Service
On Monday, May 18, 2020, the official and exclusive importer and distributor of Porsche, Audi, Lamborghini, and Bentley in the Philippines resumes physical sales and service operations of the four premium automotive brands as COVID-19 quarantine restrictions in some parts of the Philippines are eased.
Nissan PH Could Replace the Aging Juke with the 2020 Kicks e-Power
The refreshed 2020 Nissan Kicks has been globally launched in Thailand. Together with the sharper look, the sub-compact SUV also brings with it a new engine: e-Power, Nissan’s extended range EV drive. With that, it brings all the advantages of fully-electric drive with no range anxiety. It also has a much more affordable price tag than the Nissan Leaf to boot.
More Honda Cars PH Dealerships Resume Operations Today
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), announces the resumption of its dealer sales and after-sales operations starting May 16, 2020. Complete schedule and dealer contact details are available in the image below.
May 15, 2020
Mercedes-Benz PH to Offer Online Payment Channels, No Contact Home Delivery in New Normal
Mercedes-Benz PH is all set to resume ‘new normal’ operations. The Auto Nation Group, the exclusive distributor Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the country, and the dealer network are working together on their preparation to re-open business. Showrooms and Service Centers in Greenhills EDSA and BGC will resume on May 16, 2020, while Alabang and Cebu will reopen on May 18, 2020.
Geely PH to Offer N95-Certified Cabin Air Filters to All Coolray Owners
In line with Geely’s commitment to offer N95-certified cabin air filters on its Azkarra compact SUV, and MY2020 Coolray crossovers as standard, Philippine distributor, Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP) has good news for existing Coolray owners: they’ll also get the same N95-certified cabin air filters for free.
Honda is Launching the All-New 2021 Civic Soon Says Reports
It’s hard to imagine, but the current Honda Civic has been with us for five years now. Launched in 2016 to massive praise and success, it was refreshed just last year. That’s why when news came out that Honda’s launching the all-new 11th generation Civic very soon comes as a shocker.
A Warning to Car Dealers, Brands: Do This or Die
In times of crisis, auto dealerships should lean on their aftersales service and parts sales to keep them afloat. This lesson has been learned time and time again—during the Asian Financial Crisis in 1997, the Global Financial Crisis in 2007, and now it’s something that can be applied with the softening economy brought on by COVID-19.
Chery Auto PH Launches Smartphone App
Chery Auto Philippines distributor United Asia Auto Group Inc. (UAAGI) announces the launch of its own locally-developed smartphone app.
Kia Says Consider Value, Not Just Price in Buying a New Car
It’s no secret that in the new normal, people may start to look at private car ownership over taking public transportation. For new car buyers, they must be reminded to look beyond the price tag, and instead focus on value; this is where the Kia Soluto sedan shines.
Lexus PH to Launch P 11-Million LC 500 Convertible in Q3 2020
Lexus Philippines has confirmed that they’ll be bringing in the LC 500 Convertible—the brand’s newest aspirational model that’ll become their new halo model. Representative of Lexus’s evolution to becoming a luxury lifestyle brand, the LC 500 Convertible is, ultimately, an expression of ultimate beauty.
Petron Extends Front Liner Fuel Discounts Until End of May
Petron Corporation is saluting all front liners by extending their fuel discounts until the end of May. The largest oil refining and marketing company in the country is offering P 3.00 per liter in discounts on its gasoline products (Blaze 100, XCS, Xtra Advance) and P 2.00 per liter in discounts on diesel products (Turbo Diesel, Diesel Max).
May 14, 2020
Toyota PH to Offer Free Vehicle Sanitation, Extended Payment Terms, and Payment Holidays
As part of their thrust to deliver ever-better products and services to their customers, Toyota Motor Philippines will now offer new services as part of the “new normal.”
Ford PH Gears Up to Re-Open Dealerships After May 15
Ford dealerships across the Philippines are gearing up to re-open after May 15. While 15 dealerships have already opened in areas covered by the general community quarantine (GCQ), the rest, including those in Metro Manila will open under the guidelines set by the modified ECQ.
San Miguel to Resume Work on Skyway Extension on May 15
San Miguel Corporation (SMC) will resume construction of the Skyway Extension project, halted by two months of community quarantine, on Friday, May 15 following the issuance of guidelines by the government’s Inter Agency Task Force (IATF).
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