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January 13, 2022

Geely Renames UK Design Studio To Lotus Tech Creative Centre

From the start of 2022, the Geely design studio in the UK will carry a name: the Lotus Tech Creative Centre Limited (LTCC). Already playing a key role within the Geely Group, including designs for Geely Auto, LYNK & Co, and Proton, LTCC will also be integral in the ongoing transformation of Lotus from a UK sportscar company to a global performance car business and brand.

Lamborghini ended 2021 with a remarkable all-time record: 8,405 cars were delivered worldwide, making it the company’s best year ever. Global sales were up by 13 percent on 2020 due to a targeted and monitored growth strategy.

One of the most unique features of the 2022 Ford Explorer is something you don’t readily see: the self-sealing tires. A punctured tire is one of the main causes of vehicle breakdowns, but it can also be a major safety concern while on the move.

Volkswagen Trucks And Buses Is Now In The Philippines (w/ Brochures)

MAN Automotive Concessionaires Corporation (MACC) is now the official distributor of Volkswagen Trucks and Buses in the Philippines.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr)’s no vaccination, no ride policy for public transportation to and from and within Metro Manila is now in effect (UPDATE: the DOTr is moving the full implementation to Monday, January 17, 2022). This comes after the MMDA urged Metro Manila mayors to come up with their own local ordinances.

Right after Kia Philippines announced the arrival of the Sorento SUV, their premium MPV, the all-new 2022 Kia Carnival has just arrived in the country. The launch is slated for the first quarter of 2022.

Processing and issuances of existing and new drivers’ licenses and vehicle registration documents continue in much of the Land Transportation Office (LTO) offices and branches nationwide, despite the temporary closure of the LTO Central Office and some other LTO branches in Metro Manila which has been most affected by the surge in new COVID cases.

Suzuki Philippines is kicking off the new year with its Ride Your Adventure Promo which runs until January 31, 2022.

While much loved by owners, one thing customers struggle with when it comes to the Okavango is what kind of car is—should you think of it as an SUV (it certainly looks the part) or an MPV (Geely Philippines officially calls it one). The answer, according to Guy Burgoyne, head of Geely’s Shanghai design studio is: it’s a, “Cross MPV.”

The Covenant Car Company has announced that it’s issuing a safety recall for a total of 435 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe units. These units, initially part of the Takata driver’s airbag inflator recall now require a replacement of their Takata passenger airbag inflator as well.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) hosted the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority’s (TESDA) 2021 Philippine National Skills Competition (PNSC). The annual nationwide activity is designed not just to acknowledge individual technical excellence but also cultivate transformative learning and international exposure among the youth and skilled professionals.

Toyota Motor Philippines, together with its wide roster of dealerships, offers an array of offers and exclusive perks that customers will surely enjoy.

The 11th generation Honda Civic has added yet another trophy to its cabinet as it won the prestigious 2022 North American Car of the Year award. This marks the third time the Civic has won the award after the tenth-generation model won it in 2016 and the eighth-generation in 2006.

The Mitsubishi Vision Ralliart Is, Unsurprisingly, A Crossover

Mitsubishi has now uncovered their Vision Ralliart Concept, and prepare those sad trombone noises because it’s not an Evo revival that everyone thought. It’s a crossover.

In 2021, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars delivered the highest-ever annual sales results in the marque’s 117-year history.

Hyundai’s new WRC challenger will make Pimp My Ride host Xzibit proud. The i20 N Rally1, the Korean carmaker’s entrant in the brand-new era of hybrid-powered WRC cars, features a unique rear-end with a wing-on-wing design.

Hyundai has continued its streak at the Good Design Awards by scooping up two awards at the 2021 edition thanks to the Staria MPV and the Ioniq 5 EV.

Maserati announced its return to motorsports. The first step is their debut in the FIA Formula E World Championship in 2023.

A consortium led by South Korean electric carmaker Edison Motors has agreed to acquire SsangYong Motor for 305 billion won (USD 254.65 million). SsangYong Motor said in a statement. This is after Edison Motors showed interest in acquiring the struggling Korean carmaker last October.

Honda Is Most Searched Car Brand By Filipinos In 2021

Honda maintains the top spot as the most searched car brand by Filipinos. This was compiled by Australian insurance specialist, Compare the Market using Google Trends data.

Toyota will soon let customers add features like advanced driver assist systems to select late-model cars. The service, called Kinto Factory will launch this month and aims to let motorists benefit from new technology without having to buy a new car.

As Lotus closes a chapter with the end of production of the Elise, Exige, and Evora, the British sportscar brand managed to achieve their best global retail sales performance since 2011.

Chery has revealed a new design language which they will roll out starting with the OMODA 5 crossover SUV.

Geely’s full-year 2021 global sales reached 1,328,029 units; an increase of 1 percent compared to 2020. While impressive, it is 13 percent lower than the group’s original 2021 forecast of 1,530,000 vehicles.

Review: 2022 Mazda BT-50 4x4

The nameplate may not enjoy the same recall as its competitors, but the Mazda B-Series has had a very long history—one that dates back all the way to 1961. This makes its lineage one of the longest in the pickup truck segment predating the Toyota Hilux (1968), Mitsubishi L200 (1978), Ford Ranger (1983), and Nissan Navara (1985). Now, one could argue that the reason why it hasn’t been a household name is that it was made by three different companies throughout its 61-year history.

In a sleepy village next to Lake Taihu, Geely is embarking on a technical tour-de-force with its 5G Connected Factory. It is here where the all-new fourth generation Emgrand sedan is being made.

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January 13, 2022

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Review: 2022 Mazda BT-50 4x4

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