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August 13, 2021

One Year On, The Territory Makes Up 30 Percent of Ford Philippines' Sales


Last year, Ford Philippines launched the Territory—a small SUV made for the Chinese domestic market, but then exported to the carmaker’s International Market Group.

LRT-1 Cavite Extension Now 60 Percent Complete


Phase 1 of the 11.7 km LRT-1 Cavite Extension project is now 60 percent complete with girder covering the entire stretch of Dr. Santos Station to Pacific Avenue near Asiaworld Station.

Tough Luck If You're A Gray Market Ford Bronco Owner: Your Roof Is Melting And You Can't Do Anything About It


Here’s one legitimate reason why you should never go with gray market imports: possible recalls. Sure, most of these recalls are software related and can be fixed with a simple update, but sometimes it’s down to big hardware. Such is the case with the new Ford Bronco and its “melting” roof.

Kia Re-Opens Brand Experience Center In Seoul


Kia Corporation has announced today the re-opening of its customer-centric brand-experiencing venue, the Kia360, in southern Seoul.

Last Hurrah: Honda Reveals 600-Horspower NSX Type S


Honda is saying goodbye to the second-generation NSX in style by launching a limited-run Type S version of their supercar.

2021 EV Summit Rescheduled To September 23 to 24


The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) has announced the rescheduling of the 9th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) from August 26 to 27 to September 23 to 24, 2021.

Geely PH Offers 3-Year Free PMS For Okavango, Raffle For Test Driving


Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the official distributor of Geely is offering prizes to customers who will book and complete a test drive for the Geely Coolray and Okavango from August 2 to September 30, 2021.

August 12, 2021

For P 3.990M, Only Five Of These MINI John Cooper Works Inspired Edition Will Be Made Available


MINI Asia and British United Automobiles Inc. today announces the launch of the MINI John Cooper Works GP Inspired Edition in the Philippines. This special model draws upon the mettle of its forebear, the third-generation MINI John Cooper Works GP, and features exclusive specifications and an exhilarating 231 horsepower engine in the quintessential 3-Door hatchback.

Mitsubishi Motors PH Extends Downpour Deals To End August


Deals for a brand new Mitsubishi cars are still up for grab as Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) extends its Downpour Deals promo until August 31, 2021. Customers can avail of low down payment plans for the Mirage, Mirage G4, Xpander, Strada, Montero Sport, and L300.

Suzuki PH Extends Cash Discount, Low Downpayment Offers On Ertiga, Swift, And Celerio


Due to popular demand, Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH) announces the extension of its Ride Your Dream Promo that will run up until the 31st of August, 2021. Budding Suzuki customers who were not able to avail of the promotion that was rolled out during the month of July will have another month to take advantage of this exciting deal from Suzuki Philippines.

With Travel Restrictions, Ford Shifts To Robot Drivers To Test Future Vehicles


With the pandemic restricting travel globally, Ford is now relying on robots and its state-of-the-art Weather Factory to do some of its vehicle testing.

Geely Marks 10 Straight Years As A Fortune Global 500 Company


Geely Holding, China’s largest privately-owned automotive company is once again a part of the Fortune Global 500 list in 2021. With a ranking of 239th in the 2021 list, it marks the tenth consecutive year the automaker’s made it to the list.

The All-New Nissan Almera Might Be Going Turbo For The Philippine Market


It’s not a matter of if, but when Nissan introduces the all-new Almera to the Philippines. With all the launch details tightly under wraps, there’s still some internet debate on which engine we’ll eventually get—will it be a 1.0-liter turbo as it did in Thailand, or will it be a carryover 1.5-liter? Well, there seems to be a clearer answer now based on what we’ve been seeing around the region. And we might end up getting turbo power, after all.

August 11, 2021

5 Reasons Why The Isuzu Traviz Is A Solid Choice For A Growing Business


Being an SME in today’s fast-paced business world is not easy, to say the least, especially since we are facing a global health crisis. Entrepreneurs not only have to face concerns with financial capital. More importantly, there is the challenge of keeping daily operations running smoothly and consistently, especially when running a business that requires the movement of both products and people.

Get As Much As P 200k Off A Brand-New Ford This August


Ford Philippines is extending its roster of deals and offers for the Ford EcoSport, Everest, Ranger, and Transit this August.

The Audi Skysphere Can Transform From Roadster To Grand Tourer With Just A Button Press


Audi has revealed what it thinks is the future of luxury brought upon by electrification, autonomous driving, and a digital ecosystem. The Skysphere (stylized as skysphere) is the first of a new family of concept vehicles. It’s a roadster with one unique feature: a variable wheelbase.

The Maxus G10 Assist Makes Regular Commutes Possible For This 95-Year-Old Family Patriarch


Overcoming challenging times requires making extraordinary choices. This led Theo Sandico and his family to arrive at the conclusion that the Maxus G10 van with Assist Package is the best fit for their family, especially to their 95-year-old father who needs an extraordinary vehicle to help him effortlessly commute during the pandemic.

Owners Say Chery Outshines Geely In Overall Tech Experience


It’s not just about having advanced in-car technology, it’s about how it’s designed and executed. That’s the bottom line as Chery outshines all other Chinese brands available in the Philippines in the second J.D. Power China Tech Experience Index or TXI Study.

August 10, 2021

Geely Philippines Grew Their Sales By 342 Percent In First Half 2021


Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the local distributor of Geely in the country, logged a total of 2,426 units sold for the first half of 2021. This is a 342 percent increase compared to the same period last year, based on the CAMPI and AVID reports. With this, Geely was able to climb to number 9 in total industry sales.

Construction Firm Chooses Volkswagen Santana For Their Employees


When William Russell Scheirman Jr. was considering the car brand he would buy for his employees at Scheirman Construction Consolidated Incorporated (SCCI), it didn’t take long for him to decide on the marque that was nearest and dearest to his heart.

Toyota Motor PH Launches Smartphone App


Toyota Motor Philippines is launching its very own smartphone app as a way to keep connected to both would-be and existing car owners. An improvement of the current MyToyotaPH website, the app is now available for download on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

Alfa Romeo To Become All-Electric Brand By 2027


Alfa Romeo is the latest brand to commit to becoming fully electric. Their timeline? Starting in 2027 for Europe, North America, and even China.

Hyundai PH Is Giving 20 Percent Discount On PMS Parts, Service Until August 20


On the occasion of its 20th anniversary, Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) is holding the Hyundai AYOS promo for its service customers.

Another Day, Another Gazoo Racing Model For Toyota: Meet The Rush GR Sport


Another day, another Gazoo Racing model for Toyota. This time, it’s the Rush SUV that gets the racy treatment.

Lamborghini Is Bringing Back The Countach


This is not a drill. Lamborghini is reviving the Countach name. Lamborghini hasn’t revealed any detail yet beyond the name as well as a car under a cover (see above).

August 9, 2021

DTI Set To Remove Safeguard Bond On Imported Cars, Light Commercial Vehicles


The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will soon stop the imposition of the safeguard duty on imported completely built-up passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. The order was signed last Friday, August 6 by Secretary Ramon Lopez.