February 18, 2022
DHL Express PH Fleets Up With BYD T3 EV Vans
DHL Express has chosen BYD to provide them with its first fleet of zero emissions all-electric commercial vehicles. Decked in their trademark yellow color, the BYD T3 electric compact van combines high performance with low energy consumption and cost of maintenance.
Filed Under:
BYD Corporate,
BYD T3,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News
Mitsubishi Motors PH Donates P 1M To Philippine Red Cross
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) heeds to the call of the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) for continuous aid for Typhoon Odette-hit communities by making a one million pesos contribution. Almost two months following what was recorded as the most destructive storm in 2021, locals across Visayas, Mindanao, and Palawan still require support.
Filed Under:
CSR,
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News
February 17, 2022
Next-Gen 2022 Ford Everest To Make Global Debut On March 1 (w/ Video)
After showing it off in action last December, Ford Motor Company will give the world front-row seats to the reveal of the next-gen Ford Everest on March 1.
Filed Under:
Ford Everest,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
Kia PH Targets 6,000 In Sales This Year And Is Set To Introduce 2 New Models, Open 7 New Dealerships
Kia Philippines looks to sustain its growth in 2022 after a strong showing last year. To do so, the Korean automaker is looking to introduce new models and expand its showroom presence nationwide.
Filed Under:
Kia Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
The 2022 Carnival Offers First-Class Travel Kia Style (w/ Brochure)
Kia’s a brand on a mission. With a brand-new logo and slogan, they are set to elevate the in-car experience so owners can drive full speed towards what inspires them. After the Sorento, the next vehicle to lead the charge is the all-new 2022 Carnival. Dubbed, a “Grand Utility Vehicle” it is the first-class motoring Kia style.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Kia Carnival,
Luxury MPV,
News
Honda Says Its e:HEV Hybrid System Is More Efficient Than Its Competitors
Honda says its hybrid technology, e:HEV has managed to outperform both mild- and plug-in hybrid systems used in its competitors. The system, used in vehicles such as the HR-V, CR-V, Jazz, and the upcoming Civic, bested the competition in the company’s latest internal real-world testing.
Filed Under:
Engines,
Honda HR-V,
News,
Technology
Kia Sportage Is 2022 Women's Family SUV Of The Year
The all-new Kia Sportage has won the ‘Family SUV’ category in the Women’s World Car of the Year (WWCOTY) awards. A highly respected team of 56 female motoring journalists from 40 countries spanning five continents reviewed the most prominent family-friendly SUVs to launch during 2021, with the Sportage drawing praise across multiple areas to win the coveted award.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Compact SUV,
Kia Sportage,
News
Starting 2025, Jaguar Land Rover Will Use NVIDIA Tech In Its Vehicles
Jaguar Land Rover has formed a multi-year strategic partnership with NVIDIA to jointly develop and deliver next-generation automated driving systems plus AI-enabled services and experiences for its customers.
Filed Under:
Jaguar Corporate,
Land Rover Corporate,
News,
Technology
February 16, 2022
Mazda Is Producing This Special Limited-Run MX-5 Exclusively For The Philippine Market
In celebration of the Mazda’s special relationship with the Miata Club of the Philippines, the carmaker has announced a special limited run of its MX-5 exclusive to the Philippine market: the MX-5 MCP 25th Anniversary Edition.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Mazda MX-5,
News,
Sports Car
The MX-5 Is Single-Handedly Trying To Save The Manual In The Philippines
With the launch of the 2022 MX-5, Mazda Philippines wants to single-handedly reverse a trend that’s so far prevalent in the auto industry as a whole: the death of the manual transmission.
Filed Under:
Mazda MX-5,
News,
Sports Car
2022 Mazda MX-5 With Improved Handling Is Now Available In The Philippines (w/ Specs)
Mazda Philippines launches the 2022 MX-5—the latest iteration of its iconic two-seater roadster which offers improved handling performance and creature comfort features.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Mazda MX-5,
News,
Sports Car
2022 RAV4 Hybrid Now At Toyota Dealerships Nationwide (w/ Brochure)
After confirming its arrival last month (and sharing a couple of photos early on), Toyota Motor Philippines has finally released all the details of the 2022 RAV4 Hybrid.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact SUV,
News,
Toyota RAV4
At Nissan, This Guy Smells Cars For A Living
Nobody’s nose knows Nissan in Japan quite like Ryunosuke Ino’s. Ino, a Nose of Nissan or smellmaster — designated a “meister” — is responsible for checking the aroma of new vehicles. Also, so that the passenger experience is literally a breath of fresh air, he also checks car air conditioning systems and how vehicle smells can change over time.
Filed Under:
Feature,
Nissan Corporate
Geely Coolray Gets Another Facelift, New Engine For 2022
Less than a year after Geely unveiled a refresh of its Coolray compact crossover in China, they’re giving it yet another nip and tuck, only this time there’s a lot more happening.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Geely Coolray,
News,
Rumors
BMW Is The U.S.'s Largest Auto Exporter For 8th Consecutive Year
Quick: which carmaker is the largest automotive exporter in the U.S.? If you’re thinking any of the Detroit Three—General Motors, Ford, or Stellantis; you’re wrong. For the eighth consecutive year, the U.S.’s largest automotive exporter is BMW.
Filed Under:
BMW Corporate,
News
All-Electric Audi e-tron Now In Philippine Showrooms
Audi Philippines is starting its charge towards electric-power mobility with the arrival of the Audi e-tron SUV at local showrooms.
Filed Under:
Audi e-tron,
Audi e-tron GT,
Car Launch,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News
Women Pick The Jeep Wrangler As World's Best 4x4 For 2022
Women have spoken and they have chosen the Jeep Wrangler 4xe as their 4x4 of the year. The innovative plug-in hybrid won praises from the 2022 Women’s World Car of the Year (WWCOTY) jury which is composed of a panel of 56 motoring journalists from 40 countries spanning five continents.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Jeep Corporate,
Jeep Wrangler,
News
Toyota Hikes Horsepower, Torque For 2022 Hilux GR Sport
For those complaining that the Toyota Hilux GR Sport could use more power rather than aesthetic improvements, well, your prayers have been answered. The thing is, you have to be in South Africa to enjoy it.
Filed Under:
News,
Pick-Up,
Toyota Hilux
February 15, 2022
San Miguel Corporation Inaugurates Skyway Elevated Extension Project
San Miguel Corporation (SMC) formally inaugurated the P14-billion South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) Elevated Extension project, signaling the full completion of the much-awaited project that is seen to help solve traffic in Metro Manila amid significant economic growth in the southern cities and provinces.
Filed Under:
News,
San Miguel Corporate
February 14, 2022
Is Kia Going To Discontinue China-Made Soluto, Stonic?
Will Kia Philippines have to to abandon the China-source Soluto sub-B segment sedan and the Stonic sub-compact SUV? If the reports coming out of China are true, these two models may soon become a victim of the Korean carmaker’s upmarket push.
Filed Under:
Kia Corporate,
Kia Soluto,
Kia Stonic,
News
Mid-Grade 2022 Honda Civic V Turbo Finally Arrives At Dealerships
After launching the all-new, 11th generation Civic last November, Honda Cars Philippines says the mid-grade Civic V Turbo variant is now available for viewing at all of its authorized dealerships nationwide.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact,
Honda Civic,
News
Lexus Production Hits A Snag This March
Toyota is adjusting its production schedule this coming March due to the ongoing shortage of semiconductors and other parts.
Filed Under:
Lexus Corporate,
News
Peugeot Philippines Managing Director Identifies 3 Weaknesses He Plans to Fix
With Peugeot now under the stewardship of newly-minted distributor, Astara, they realize the uphill struggle they’re facing; after all, the French car brand changed hands locally no less than three times since the early 2000s. However, they believe the worst is behind them, and under the leadership of their new managing director, Raoul Picello, the automaker seeks to move forward by going back to basics once more.
Filed Under:
News,
Peugeot Corporate
Mazda Recalling Select 2012-2015 BT-50 Pickup Trucks
Mazda Philippines is calling on owners once again of 2012 to 2015 Mazda BT-50 pickup trucks to confirm with their Mazda dealer if their vehicle is included in the ongoing Proactive Special Service Campaign that will replace the rear backseat latch of affected vehicles for free.
Filed Under:
Mazda BT-50,
Mazda Corporate,
News,
Recall
PayMaya Powers New Beep App
Commuters and motorists can now top up their Beep card anytime, anywhere, as PayMaya powers the newly launched Beep app with online payments.
Filed Under:
News,
PayMaya Corporate
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