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December 22, 2020

More Carmakers Back Subaru's EyeSight Tech

Subaru’s advanced driver assist technology, Subaru EyeSight is heading to more carmakers. As Hitachi Automotive Systems, its developer, is now opening it up first to Isuzu (with the mu-X), and now, Suzuki as well. Its broad acceptance is a testament to the technology, to say the least.

Nine months since it implemented a “no toll fees” policy for medical front liners at all its operating expressways, San Miguel Corporation (SMC) reported that its waived toll fees for the country’s heroes against the COVID-19 pandemic, has reached over P138 million as of December 20.

Audi Sport factory and customer teams have capped off the 2020 racing season with a record number of successes achieved amid significantly reduced race events held worldwide, a result of pandemic restrictions.

MG Philippines ends 2020 on a high note with the the opening of three new MG dealerships, namely MG North EDSA, MG Otis, and MG Camarines Sur. This will bring the current total of MG Philippines dealerships up to 34.

Hino to Open Soon in Laguna

Hino Motors Philippines, the exclusive manufacturer and distributor of Hino trucks, buses and parts in the Philippines, recently held an agreement signing ceremony for the Hino Laguna dealership.

Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH) opens another dealership to better serve its customers. This time the car brand is going north. With the grand opening of Suzuki Auto Clark by Family Cars Inc., the second dealership under the group, Suzuki is now even more accessible to car owners and enthusiasts in Clark, Pampanga.

For P 3.4-million, the MINI Convertible Sidewalk Edition is One Extroverted Droptop

Mini Philippines is capping off 2020 with the introduction of the Mini Convertible Sidewalk Edition—a more extroverted version of its open-top Cooper S.

Toyota Motor Corporation may be starting to embrace full electric vehicles—including one rumored to run on solid-state batteries as a joint-venture with Subaru, its president, Akio Toyoda warned about the “excessive hype” surrounding them.

The holiday season doesn't keep Kia Philippines from growing. While December should be about relaxing and keeping still, the local distributor is till aggressively expanding in Metro Manila again with the opening of the Kia BGC showroom in Taguig.

Volkswagen Philippines is hoping to re-energize its line-up this 2021 with the preview of their first model of the year: the 2021 Santana. Showed via a set of teasers (see below), the German automaker says their sub-compact sedan will come with “more features for customers to enjoy.”

Nissan PH Recalls 2017-2018 X-Trails Due to "Phantom Braking"

Selected units of 2017-2018 Nissan X-Trail compact SUVs are being recalled due to a fault with one of its Advanced Driver Assist features.

Toyota Motor Philippines is announcing a recall for selected 2018 Hilux models surrounding its brake system.

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class continues to set the standards in the luxury MPV segment with its design, value appeal, comfort as well as safety and assistance systems. Aside from its special pricing—up to P 400,000 off thanks to the Yuletide Deals promo, here are 5 undeniable reasons to love the Mercedes-Benz V-Class.

Suzuki Philippines Incorporated joins the first-ever virtual motor show as a beacon of their commitment to stay within reach of their patrons. During the previous months, different industries were affected by the pandemic, but for the automotive industry, companies like Suzuki proved that there is no slowing down among the industry players.

Dream Nissan vehicles are now within reach with more savings and discounts on select vehicles from the Nissan “Safer Drives and Deals Promo,” extended until December 31, 2020, available in all authorized Nissan dealerships nationwide.

As the flagship of the Mercedes-Benz range, the S-Class boasts an impressive level of luxury, state-of-the-art technology, high level of comfort and ground-breaking safety systems. It embodies the automotive essence of a lifestyle characterized by the highest possible standards of mobility and individuality.

Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP) has inaugurated two more outlets to cap off the year with Geely Lipa, Batangas and Geely Zamboanga. The completion of Lipa and Zamboanga outlets has further widened the reach of Geely, following the rise of the other showrooms such as Geely North Edsa, Geely Quezon Avenue, and Geely Cagayan de Oro, with more outlets opening soon.

After another messy implementation (remember ADDA?), the Department of Transportation (DOTr) is backtracking on their 100 percent cashless policy at expressways. The government agency has now said that cash booths will make a comeback, and a no penalty policy will be implemented at tollways.

Two years after it announced the first-ever classic car parts re-supply program for its MX-5, Mazda is giving yet another beloved vehicle the same treatment: the second- and third-generation RX-7.

Chery Auto PH Holds Public Preview of the Tiggo 7 Pro at MIAS Wired

If our first impressions aren’t enough, you can also take a sneak peek at Chery’s upcoming compact crossover—the Tiggo 7 Pro at MIAS Wired.

The holiday season is fast approaching, and people are now drawing up plans for a road trip during the long break. Aside from keeping safety protocols in check, there is a need to assess your vehicle’s condition before you go on a long drive for your and your family’s safety.

With the pandemic and the resulting community quarantine measures, the most anticipated annual motoring event in the country, the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) has shifted gears by mounting its ever digital edition, MIAS Wired.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation and its 55-strong dealer network are extending substantial discounts on parts needed to get flood-damaged Mitsubishi vehicles back on the roads again.

Typically, when a car manufacturer lends out a test drive unit, they’d make sure it’s speced either as a top-, or at the very least, a mid-trim variant. With plenty of bells and whistles, it can easily distract the casual journo from tiny flaws which would be more evident if it were bare. With that, it was ballsy for MG to send over this—the MG 5 Core M/T—the entry-level variant of its most affordable car in the market. At P 658,888, can this fleet-friendly, med-rep welcoming sedan pass muster?

In 1970, the term “minivan” had yet to be coined, SUVs were primarily used by outdoor surveyors, and a new kind of supercar emerged wearing the unfamiliar badging “GT-R” in Japan. And future car designer Jaebum “JB” Choi was still decades away from being born in Seoul, South Korea. A lot can change in 50 years.

Geely Talks About Diesels, Electrification, and High-Performance Engines

Geely will not be developing a diesel engine. This news comes straight from Dr. Håkan Sandquist, Director of Powertrain Strategy at CEVT (China Euro Vehicle Technology AB), an innovation center owned by Zhejiang Geely Holding Group. CEVT is responsible for much of the modular development seen in Volvo and Geely cars such as powertrain and platform.

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December 22, 2020

More Carmakers Back Subaru's EyeSight Tech

SMC's "No Toll Fees" Policy for Front Liners to Continue Indefinitely

Audi Lauds Motorsports Success in 2020; Confirms Arrival of RS Models in the Philippines in 2021

MG Opened 3 Dealerships in 2020

December 21, 2020

Hino to Open Soon in Laguna

Suzuki Auto PH Opens Outlet in Clark

December 20, 2020

For P 3.4-million, the MINI Convertible Sidewalk Edition is One Extroverted Droptop

Toyota President Warns About Premature EV Shift

Kia Opens BGC Showroom

Volkswagen PH Teases 2021 Santana Sub-Compact Sedan

December 18, 2020

Nissan PH Recalls 2017-2018 X-Trails Due to "Phantom Braking"

Toyota Motor PH Recalling Hilux Pickup Trucks Due to Faulty Braking System

5 Reasons to Undeniably Love the Mercedes-Benz V-Class

Suzuki Auto PH Joins MIAS Wired

Nissan PH Extends Safer Drives & Deals Promo

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is More Than Just a Car; It's An Experience

Geely Opens in Lipa and Zamboanga

DOTr Backtracks on Cashless Policy, Brings Back Cash Booths at Expressways

The RX-7 Now Benefits from Mazda's Classic Car Parts Program

December 17, 2020

Chery Auto PH Holds Public Preview of the Tiggo 7 Pro at MIAS Wired

4 Reasons Why You Should Bring Your Ford To a Authorized Dealership for a Check

MIAS Wired is Now Live

Misubishi PH Extends Support for Flood-Affected Vehicles

Review: 2020 MG 5 Core MT

Could This Be How the Nissan GT-R Looks Like in 2050?

December 16, 2020

Geely Talks About Diesels, Electrification, and High-Performance Engines