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September 25, 2020

Peugeot Launches High-Performance Division

In time for its 210th anniversary, Peugeot introduced its very own high-performance brand: Peugeot Sport Engineered. And in typical French fashion, they’ve decided to carve their own path by combining plug-in hybrid electric vehicle technology and all-wheel drive to give its cars additional oomph.

When Hyundai launched their i30 N in 2017, it brought the Korean automaker straight into the hot hatch fray. Three years on, and over 25,000 examples sold, Hyundai is upping their game with the 2021 i30 N. This year, they’ve added more power, some weight saving features, and a brand-new gearbox all in the name of providing improved performance.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) received from the Department of Transportation (DOTr), the Certificate of Compliance (COC) for its HD50S Class 3 Modern Jeepney, marking another milestone in the company’s support for public transport modernization.

The organizers of the Tokyo Motor Show are taking a wait-and-see approach to next year’s event as the coronavirus pandemic disrupts the international auto show circuit.

United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI) opens its 15th Chery Auto dealership in the Philippines with the inauguration of its Alabang dealership. This milestone happens less than a year since Chery re-entered the country through UAAGI.

2020 Mazda CX-30 Lauded for Predictive Safety Techology

Mazda has won recognition once more at the Kids Design Council. This year, it’s the CX-30, and in particular, its Driver Attention Alert (DAA) that won the Japanese carmaker its seventh straight Kids Design Award since 2014.

On the occasion of its 10th anniversary, the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP), the voice of the electric vehicle industry is hosting a special three-day Philippine Electric Vehicle Virtual Summit (PEVVS) with the theme, “Moving Forward to an Electrified Mobility in the New Normal.”

In 2010, after Volvo joined Geely, the two saw the future trend in the automotive industry where sustainability would be key. Emission regulations and rising fuel costs would result in demand for more efficient engines and a transition to electrification.

Goodyear made a triumphant comeback to the world’s most prestigious endurance race this weekend, with two Goodyear partner teams finishing on the podium in the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the return of the Goodyear Blimp to a European race event.

Geely debuts the world’s first open-source all-electric vehicle architecture. Plans are underway not just to use this new platform on all of their nine automotive brands including Volvo, but will also offer it to other manufacturers as well.

You Asked, They Listened: Ford PH Introduces Ranger FX4 4x4 Variant. Prices Start at P 1.356M.

Ford Philippines is expanding its truck portfolio with the launch of a 4x4 variant of the Ford Ranger FX4, boosting the off-roading capability of Ford trucks available in the country.

Volvo Philippines reopens its doors with a freshly renovated showroom. In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Volvo has embarked on the biggest and most extensive makeover of its local headquarters in Makati City to date.

Leading cement manufacturer Holcim Philippines, Inc. is planning to make available its one-day concrete Super Fast(SF) Crete or SFCrete outside the National Capita Region to support contractors looking to participate in government road repair projects in other urban areas and help lessen disruption to commuters.

Chery Auto Philippines is raising the bar when it comes to car ownership with the announcement that they are increasing their stockpile of spare parts.

If the Nissan GT-R isn’t special enough for you, why don’t you consider this one-of-one GT-R Offroad “Godzilla 2.0.” as its name implies, it’s a GT-R meant to go off-roading, clearly inspired by the African Safari rally cars of the 1980s and 1990s.

Suzuki Philippines automotive customers can now book their service appointments online via a new feature on their official website. This much needed innovation is done through mobile phone or desktop that in the light of the current situation, is the best route to take as it promotes less interaction between customers and sales representatives.

With just 15 units of the Mazda3 100th Anniversary Special Edition models available in the Philippines, the chances of seeing one in the flesh may take a bit of luck. Thankfully, they’ve made spotting it easier by revealing that the following 5 dealers have decided to stock up on it.

Tommi Mäkinen may be synonymous with Mitsubishi and the Lancer Evolution, but starting in January 2021, he’s going to be an advisor to Toyota Motor Corporation. His role: to help the carmaker make ever-better cars.

One of the redeeming traits of Filipinos is the closeness to their families. It’s part of our culture, and it’s also part of the major decisions we have to make in life – that includes car buying.

Better start liking that huge kidney grille because BMW took the wraps off the latest M3 and M4 high-performance sedan and coupe. Both models, featuring BMW’s newest styling language is backed up by 40 years of racetrack knowledge and expertise.

MG has reached a tipping point in their European expansion. The British carmaker owned by China’s SAIC Motor has announced that they expect 50 percent of their total sales volume in Western Europe to be electrified. Leading the charge, so to speak, are the MG5 EV and MG HS PHEV.

Ferrari PH Now Accepting Orders for 2021 Portofino M

Ferrari Philippines is now accepting orders for the Portofino M, the evolution of the Prancing Horse’s 2+ GT spider. It marks the first model to be presented in the wake of the company’s temporary closure due to the COVID-19 crisis, making it the symbol of a voyage of rediscovery.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) is conducting a recall campaign on 2020 Model Year (20MY) 20MY Mitsubishi L300 due to a possible malfunction on the seat strap. This proactive measure is to ensure the safety of our valued customers on the affected units.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) is conducting a recall on selected 2017-2018 Pajero SUV units due to a possible malfunction located at the front right lower control arm.

Hyundai cars are renowned for their strength of character. While it’s easy to assume that “strength of character” pertains to Hyundai’s extraordinary abilities like fuel efficiency or dependability, the truth is more literal, and it is found from within: the body structure of Hyundai cars built with Advanced High Strength Steel or AHSS.

Subaru continues to “STI-fy” their line-up with the introduction of the latest STI Sport model: the 2021 Impreza STI Sport.

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September 25, 2020

Peugeot Launches High-Performance Division

Hyundai Will Hunt Down Subaru WRXs with the 2021 i30 N

Hyundai PH Receives DOTr Certification for Its Class 3 Modern Jeepney

Tokyo Motor Show Organizers Considering All Options for 2021

Chery Auto PH Opens Alabang Dealership

September 24, 2020

2020 Mazda CX-30 Lauded for Predictive Safety Techology

Virtual EV Summit Kicks Off Today

Is Geely Really Using Volvo Engines?

Goodyear Marks Triumphant Return to 24 Hours of Le Mans

Geely Introduces World's First Open-Source EV Platform

September 23, 2020

You Asked, They Listened: Ford PH Introduces Ranger FX4 4x4 Variant. Prices Start at P 1.356M.

Volvo Cars PH Refreshes Showroom (w/ Video)

Road Repairs, Reblocking Will Just Take 24 Hours Even on Provincial Roads

Chery Auto PH Boosts Spare Parts Stockpile in the Country

Someone Transformed the Nissan GT-R into A 600-Horsepower Off-Road Rally Machine

Suzuki PH Discounts "Heavy Service" to Just P 4,999 All-In

The Following Mazda PH Dealers Have the Mazda3 100th Anniversary Special Edition on Stock

Ex-Mitsubishi Rally Driver Tommi Mäkinen Will Now Help Toyota Make Ever-Better Cars

Drive Home the 2020 Mitsubishi Xpander Cross with Just a P99k Downpayment

The 2021 BMW M3, M4 Break Cover with Over 500 Horsepower and All-Wheel Drive

Meet MG's Newest Electrified Models: the 2021 MG5 EV and the MG HS PHEV

September 22, 2020

Ferrari PH Now Accepting Orders for 2021 Portofino M

Mitsubishi PH Advises 2020 L300 Owners to Check Their Seat Straps (w/ Video)

Mitsubishi PH Recalling Selected 2017-18 Pajero SUVs

Hyundai Touts Advanced High-Strength Steel

Subaru Expands STI Offering with 2021 Impreza STI Sport