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November 6, 2022

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Named One Of The Best New Cars In Japan This Year


The Top 10 finalists for the 2022-2023 Japan Car of the Year (JCOTY) have been announced, and for the first time ever, a Korean car has made it to the list.

MPT DriveHub Lowers Transaction Fees When Reloading Your EasyTrip, CCLEX RFID


I knew I should have waited after the long weekend rush to reload my EasyTrip RFID, but hey, for other motorists, here’s some good news: users of EasyTrip and CCLEX RFID can now enjoy lowered transaction fees when topping up using the MPT DriveHub app.

November 4, 2022

Look: Stocks Of All-New Honda BR-V Have Arrived


Following its preview at the 8th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is ready to launch the all-new BR-V in the country. After first announcing its November 21 launch date, HCPI showed that the first units of the 7-seater SUV are now on Philippine shores.

Geely Opens First In-Mall Store In SM Taytay


Sojitz G Auto Philippines Corporation (SGAP) continues to bring the Geely brand closer to more car buyers in the country with the opening of their first ever in-line store inside SM City Taytay in Rizal Province.

GAC Group Shows Off Wild-Looking Barchetta Show Car


Celebrating the inauguration of its European R&D Center in Milan, Italy, the GAC Group showed off an innovative and avant-garde showcase dubbed the Barchetta.

Jeep Lifestyle Shown With Wrangler, Gladiator Turned Campers


Life is built on milestones, each one more significant than the next, as we go through the cycles of change throughout the years. More than the successes in our careers, what makes the most indelible marks are the core moments that become engraved in our memories. This has, and always been, what Jeep stands for. As one of the pioneering brands that is defined by the thrill of adventure, Jeep has always envisioned itself to play the biggest supporting role in turning human passions into reality.

Wet Track Equalizes MSCC Miata Spec Series Field In Round 3


Despite the threat from Typhoon Paeng, Round 3 (Race 5 and 6) of the Manila Sports Car Club (MSCC) Miata Spec Series was business as usual at the Clark International Speedway last Saturday, October 29, 2022.

Great Wall, Geely Top Vehicle Dependability Among Chinese Brands


Chinese vehicles tend to lose their luster after a longer period of ownership due to design issues; that’s the conclusion reached by J.D. Power when they published their 2022 China Dependability Study or VDS.

Hyundai, As A Brand, Is Worth More Than Ford, Porsche, or Nissan


The Hyundai brand is worth USD 17.3 billion according to Interbrand, a leading global brand consultancy company with over 40 years of experience. Having the fastest brand value growth among mainstream automotive brands (up 14 percent year-on-year), it helps the Korean automaker land in 35th place overall. It also marks their eighth consecutive year among the top 40 brands.

November 3, 2022

Mazda PH Turns Over First Batch Of MX-5 Miata Club Philippines 25th Anniversary Edition


Mazda Philippines turned over the first batch of the MX-5 Miata Club Philippines (MCP) 25th Anniversary Edition to owners in a simple ceremony at the Mazda Center of Excellence in Cabuyao, Laguna last Sunday, October 30, 2022.

Lexus Stars In Black Panther: Wakanda Forever


Following up a tie-up that started with the Lexus LC 500 and Black Panther in 2018, Lexus is once again starring in the highly-anticipated sequel, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. This is Lexus’s third collaboration with Marvel Studios.

Changan PH Set To Launch CS55 Plus: Rival To Ford Territory, Geely Coolray


Changan Motor Philippines is set to launch the CS55 Plus, a new compact crossover, if the teasers on their social media accounts is any indication.

Mazda CX-8 Gains New Face, More Tech For 2023


Just five months after the refreshed CX-8 arrived in ASEAN (and just two months since its Philippine market reveal at PIMS), Mazda has updated its three-row SUV yet again.

Nissan PH Adds Safety, Variants To 2023 Urvan Line-Up


Nissan Philippines is continuing to update its core line-up with the release of the 2023 Urvan featuring a more streamlined design as well as the availability of a brand-new variant.

November 2, 2022

The 2023 WR-V Is Honda's 121-Horsepower Answer To The Toyota Raize


Finally realizing the shifting consumer preference from small hatchbacks and sedans to small SUVs, Honda has finally pulled the wraps off its all-new 2023 WR-V, a sub-compact SUV designed specifically for the ASEAN market.

The All-New Nissan Z Is Set To Invade The Track With The 450-Horsepower GT4 Version


Nissan and Nismo have finally revealed more details on the all-new Nissan Z GT4—a turnkey racer that will be racing in both the U.S. and Japan for the SRO Pirelli GT4 America series and Super Taikyu Series, respectively.

Isuzu Pagbilao Re-Launches Dealership, Now Conforms To IOS


Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) and MBT Autoworx Corporation commemorated the re-launching of Isuzu Pagbilao in time for the dealership’s fourth anniversary last October 28, 2022.

Suzuki San Pablo is Suzuki's 71st Dealership In The Philippines


Suzuki Philippines continues its dealership footprint expansion with the inauguration of a bigger dealership located in Laguna province. The compact car specialist continues its momentum with the official opening of Suzuki San Pablo—a new 3S (Sales, Service, and Spare Parts) facility that will serve the patrons in and around the San Pablo area.

This Ultra-Rare 1990 Ferrari Testarossa Spider Will Set You Back P 93-Million


Despite its popularity in the arcade game, “OutRun,” it’s hard to imagine that Ferrari’s factory just made one convertible version of its iconic Testarossa supercar. A small number, including this one is now being auctioned off.

November 1, 2022

The Toyota Raize Will Outlive Any Fashion Fad


When the Toyota Raize came into the picture early this year, it commanded the kind of attention that made you think of it as possibly just another one-hit wonder. You know what I’m talking about — the car that gains popularity overnight, then blends into the woodwork as soon as the next big launch comes into focus. In the months that followed, it became clear that the Raize was made for longer shelf-life to rival any hit single of its well-loved OPM endorser, Ben & Ben.

Jeep's China Joint-Venture Files For Bankruptcy


The venture between Stellantis and Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) producing Jeep vehicles in China will file for bankruptcy, the companies said.

ENEOS, Japan's Number One Lubricant Brand Launches Full Line-Up Of Engine Oils For Cars, Motorcycles


ENEOS, Japan’s Number One oil company has launched its complete line-up of lubricants for both cars and motorcycles.

Honda Cars PH Offers Service Deals For Christmas Season


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) reaches out to customers this Christmas season through its after-sales Holiday Spotlight Promo. From Oct. 31 to Dec. 31, 2022, customers with vehicles beyond the warranty period may avail of exclusive deals up to 70 percent off on select parts and Buy 1 Take 1 on BR-V tires (current model) at select dealerships.

LGUs Get Boost In Firefighting Capabilities Thanks To Hino


The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) handed over 35 Hino fire trucks to various local government units (LGU) in a ceremony held at the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) National Headquarters.

Looks Like We Won't Be Getting The All-New Honda Accord Any Time Soon


While there has been some excitement building up to the launch of the all-new, 11th generation Accord, Honda has pretty much poured a big pail of ice-cold water on that by announcing that Southeast Asia won’t be getting that new executive sedan any time soon.

GAC Group Opens First European Design Studio


GAC Group officially opened its first design center in Europe. Located in Milan’s Tortona district, the GAC R&D Center Europe hopes to become a global hub for the brand particularly for talent, ideas, and innovative projects.