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September 13, 2021

Ford Hires Apple's Car Project Head


Ford is hiring the head of Apple’s car project away from the iPhone maker.

FUSO Opens In Davao City


Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP), the general distributor of Fuso trucks and bus in the Philippines, formally opens an exclusive dealership in Davao City, the newest addition to the Fuso family. Owned and managed by D’Limitless Vehicle Ventures Corporation, Mr. Regan King and family has been into the equipment and trading business for more than 20 years in Visayas and Mindanao.

September 12, 2021

Metro Manila Will Be One Big Granule Under New Community Quarantine System


Update: Here is the finalized Alert Level system guidelines (9/14).

The National Capital Region will be placed under a common alert level under the government’s new COVID-19 community quarantine classification system.

Review: 2021 GAC GS8 320T GE Sports 4x2


GAC Motor may have entered the Philippine market back in 2018, but circumstances meant that my first taste of what the brand offered came three years later. With little in the way of expectations, what could this brand offer to the Filipino consumer? Well, let’s find out by giving their flagship SUV, the GAC GS8 a spin.

Foton PH Boosts Local Farmer Mobility In Region 9


Supporting a holistic initiative spearheaded by the Department of Agrarian Reform(DAR), Foton Zamboanga turned over fleets of commercial vehicles down south that will be utilized for DAR Region 9’s project, mainly to aid the mobility longed for by local farmers.

New Car Sales Drop In August


The implementation of stricter community quarantine restrictions last August halted the Philippine auto industry’s recovery with the combined Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) report saying that new vehicle sales declined 11.5 percent year-on-year, and 26.3 percent month-on-month in August.

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, Lexus Models Now Affected By Production Stoppage


If you’re hoping to skip the queues on the Land Cruiser 300 by going with the Land Cruiser Prado, well, think again. It looks like that mid-sized SUV will also be affected by a supply shortage as well.

September 10, 2021

2022 Subaru WRX Debuts With 271 Horsepower Engine, New Platform, New Transmission


Putting all the rumors and speculations to rest, Subaru has finally unveiled the all-new 2022 WRX—the latest version of its iconic sports sedan.

Ford PH Brings In 760-Horsepower Mustang Shelby GT500 For P 7.760M


Ford Philippines today launches the top-of-the-line Mustang variant, the new Mustang Shelby GT500, marking the official arrival of the world-renowned performance icon to Philippine shores.

Yes, The Entire Lexus RX Line-Up Comes With A Special Offer This September


The RX is the very first luxury crossover SUV to proudly wear the Lexus badge. When it made its debut in 1998, it laid the foundation for what would be a highly successful nameplate. To date, the RX is the most popular model sold by Lexus Philippines and it isn’t surprising considering how the model has evolved, not just in appearance, but in build quality, technology, and practicality.

NCR Shifts To "Alert Level" System Starting September 16


Update: Here is the finalized Alert Level system guidelines (9/14).

The IATF is chucking the current community quarantine classifications in the National Capital Region in favor of a new two-level quarantine system. This, the government hopes, balances the spread of COVID-19 and spurring business activity.

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Buyers Could Wait 4 Years To Get Their SUV


If you’re one of the few who’d be getting your all-new Land Cruiser 300, good for you. If you’re just thinking of falling in line for one, expect a lengthy wait. How long? Maybe up to four years.

Are You The 2022 Mazda CX-5?


Mazda may have been giving its CX-5 compact SUV continuous updates every year be it in the form of new colors, more advanced features, or even upgraded engines, it seems 2022 will finally give it some revised exterior styling as well.

Mitsubishi Motors PH Offers Deals With Its September Blowout Promo


In line with the yuletide season, Mitsubishi Motors Philippine Corporation gives its customers an advanced gift with its September Blowout Promo.

UCPB Now Offers Real-Time Online Reload For EasyTrip RFID Accounts


With new expressways opening up to provide better and faster travel options, government has mandated cashless and contactless payment systems to eliminate congestion and ensure the public’s protection against the COVID-19 virus.

Honda Cars PH To Hold 4-Day Sale Starting September 15


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is kicking off the holiday season with its 4-Day Sale this September 15 to 18, 2021. With that comes special deals and discounts for new customers and existing Honda owners.

Stand-Alone BMW Motorrad Dealership To Rise Soon In Pampanga


In an effort to expand its reach in the country, LausGroup of Companies further develops the BMW Motorrad brand in Pampanga. The long-time partner of BMW in the Philippines broke ground in preparation for a new stand-alone BMW Motorrad dealership. Located along Jose Abad Santos Ave. in San Fernando City, the facility is set to bring more excitement to the North Luzon riding community.

Ford To Cease Manufacturing In India


After declaring earlier this year that its operations in India will “continue as is” Ford has announced that it will be ceasing all vehicle manufacturing in India. This brings to an end the manufacture and sale of India-specific models such as the Figo, Aspire, Freestyle, and EcoSport by the second quarter of 2022.

Caltex PH Boosts Network Growth In Q2 With 25 New AutoPro Shops, 6 New Service Stations


The second quarter of 2021 proved to be exciting for customers of Caltex as the fuel brand known for Techron opened more service stations.

September 9, 2021

Ford Teases All-New 2022 Ranger (w/ Video)


Ford today released the first official glimpse of the next-generation Ranger, which will be revealed later this year ahead of a 2022 launch.

FUSO PH Brings In New 6-Wheeler Canter Light-Duty Truck


Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP), the general distributor of Fuso trucks and buses in the Philippines, is now offering the 6-wheeler Canter models—FE73, FE84, FE85-L, and FG 4x4.

Honda Takes First Steps To Test Self-Driving Cars On Public Roads


Honda today announced that it will start a testing program for autonomous vehicles in September 2021, taking a step toward an autonomous vehicle mobility service (MaaS) business in Japan, which Honda is planning to launch under collaboration with Cruise and General Motors.

Man Tired Of A Pothole Decided To Plant A Banana Tree In It


The next time your street has a stubborn pothole, you should consider what this man did in Florida: plant a banana tree to warn motorists.

Nissan's Senior Design Director Reveals Interesting Facts About The New Terra's Design


The new Nissan Terra has now hit Philippine streets, as a family SUV with bolder looks and best-in-class entertainment and safety (you can read our launch story here, or our review of the Terra VL 4x4 here).

Jeep To Close Factory In China


Jeep will close one of its two factories in China by next March, this as Jeep’s parent company Stellantis aims to restructure its operations in the world’s biggest auto market.

Geely Invests In Auto Intelligence Company ECARX


Geely Automobile Holdings Limited announced that it has signed a strategic investment agreement with ECARX Technology Co. Ltd. to acquire approximately 1.51 percent of the company in return for an investment of US$50 million. The investment represents Geely Auto’s latest move in the field of automotive intelligence.