April 12, 2023
JBL, Infinity Now Under A New Exclusive Philippine Distributor
JBL and Infinity marks a new chapter for Filipino audiophiles as the car audio specialists are now under a new exclusive distribution partner. The two brands, which are under Harman International, offer distinct listening experiences.
Filed Under:
Infinity Corporate,
JBL Corporate,
News
All-New 2024 Lexus LM To Debut Next Week
Still in line for your Lexus LM? Well, you’d be surprised to know that just after four years, Lexus is ready to launch the all-new version.
Filed Under:
Auto Shanghai,
Lexus LM,
Luxury MPV,
News
Chinese Brand Jaecoo To Enter Philippine Market Before End 2023
Yet another Chinese car brand is entering the country: Jaecoo. Confirmed by the Chery Automotive Group, the off-road-centric brand will share the same roof as Omoda, yet another Chinese vehicle brand entering the country later this year.
Filed Under:
Jaecoo Corporate,
News,
Omoda Corporate,
PHL Auto Industry
The Ferrari Purosangue Takes Home Best Of The Best In Product Design
For the first time at the Red Dot design awards, two Ferraris won the highest distinction in two separate categories. The Ferrari Purosangue (lead photo) has been named the Red Dot: Best of the Best in the Product Design category, while the Ferrari Vision Gran Turismo was voted Red Dot: Best of the Best in the Innovative Products category by the jury. In addition, a further Red Dot Award went to the 296 GTS, Maranello’s first spider powered by a plug-in hybrid V6 engine.
Filed Under:
Ferrari Corporate,
Ferrari Purosangue,
News
Honda Cars PH Inaugurates Cainta, Fairview Dealerships
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) celebrates the inauguration of dealerships in Fairview and Cainta. The new Honda Cars Fairview and Honda Cars Cainta showcase the brand’s latest visual identity and efforts to improve overall customer experience. Inaugurated last March 28, both dealers likewise demonstrate the strong partnership of HCPI and the Gateway Motor Group.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Honda Corporate,
News
April 11, 2023
Great Wall Motor Philippines Announces Prices, Specs Of Vehicle Line-Up (w/ Specs)
The Chinese brand with a global presence, Great Wall Motor, has officially launched in the Philippines under Luxuriant Automotive Group, Inc. (LAGI). Bringing forth a new experience through technology, and intelligence, Great Wall Motor starts off with a three-vehicle line-up, two of which are available with hybrid powertrains.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact Crossover,
Compact SUV,
GWM Cannon,
GWM Haval H6,
GWM Haval Jolion,
News,
Pick-Up
Hyundai Motor PH To Launch Ioniq 6 EV At MIAS
Hyundai Motor Philippines’ electrification plans are moving at a very fast pace. After launching the Ioniq 5 all-electric SUV early this year, the Korean automaker will be adding the Ioniq 6 to the local line-up as well.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Hyundai Ioniq 6,
MIAS,
News
Suzuki Auto PH Opens In San Jose Del Monte Bulacan
Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH) has opened its latest 3S shop in one of the country’s strategic and highly-urbanized areas as it sustains its massive expansion program throughout the year.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
News,
Suzuki Corporate
Mitsubishi PH Celebrates 60th Anniversary With Limited Edition Xpander Cross
With Mitsubishi Motors Philippines celebrating its 60th (diamond) anniversary this year, it was inevitable that they’d be releasing special edition models to commemorate this milestone. Well, the first vehicle to get the treatment is the Xpander Cross which has received the limited edition 60th Anniversary treatment.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
MIAS,
Mitsubishi Xpander Cross,
News,
Sub-Compact SUV
FUSO Opens In Carmona, Cavite
Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) inaugurated its newest dedicated dealership in Carmona, Cavite under Alpine Motors Corporation (AMC).
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Fuso Corporate,
News
Upcoming MINIs Will Have A Virtual Bulldog As An In-Car Assistant
Mini will take a playful approach when it comes to in-car personal assistant by announcing that he’ll be taking the form of a dog named Spike.
Filed Under:
MINI Corporate,
News,
Technology
April 10, 2023
Jetour Auto PH Selects Team Kramer As Brand Ambassadors
Jetour Auto Philippines has partnered with “Team Kramer” power couple Doug and Cheska Kramer – along with their kids Kendra, Scarlett, and Gavin. The family will be the new faces of the brand as it pushes for increased visibility and awareness among Filipinos.
Filed Under:
Jetour Corporate,
MIAS,
News
Ford Receives Approval To Sell Bronco For International Markets
Sad about the discontinuation of the Toyota FJ Cruiser? Not to worry, another retro-styled, body-on-frame SUV may soon be on the way locally: the Ford Bronco.
Filed Under:
Ford Bronco,
Mid-sized SUV,
News,
Rumors
Goodyear Assurance Comfort Tred Makes Your Luxury Car Ride Better
Goodyear Philippines, Inc. announced the launch of the brand-new Assurance ComfortTred, an expansion of its Assurance portfolio specifically customized for luxury vehicles in the Asia Pacific market.
Honda Cars PH Turns Up The Deals With Their April Offers
Honda Cars Philippines is offering special deals on the BR-V, Brio, and other models with their Hot Rides, Cool Deals promo until the end of April.
Filed Under:
Honda BR-V,
Honda Brio,
Honda City,
Honda Corporate,
News
The Hyundai Creta Offers A Fresh Perspective In Subcompact Driving
In the Philippines, there’s no doubt that the Japanese reign supreme when it comes to motoring. Not only do Japanese carmakers carry some of the most iconic automotive brands, their products have also offered top-notch quality and value for over decades. If there’s one thing to be said about Filipinos, it is the loyalty that they have toward brands that have served them—and continue to—for generations. But that hasn’t deterred others from trying their hand at getting a piece of the pie in the Philippine automotive industry.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Driver's Seat,
Hyundai Creta
April 9, 2023
Subaru Forester GT Edition Returns To PH Showrooms For P 2.298M
After its regional debut last January at the Singapore Motor Show, Motor Image Pilipinas has quietly launched the new Forester GT Edition just a few days before its public debut at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS).
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact SUV,
News,
Subaru Forester
Toyota Motor Philippines Officially Discontinues FJ Cruiser
As the world celebrates a risen Christ and Easter, Toyota Motor Philippines has finally laid to rest one of its longest serving vehicles: the FJ Cruiser. After almost a decade as part of its official line-up, it has finally been discontinued this April.
Filed Under:
Mid-sized SUV,
News,
Toyota FJ Cruiser
April 8, 2023
The Mazda CX-60 FR Platform Maximizes Human Potential
In a previous story, we tackled why Mazda opted for a large displacement, 6-cylinder engine in their first Large Product Group vehicle, the CX-60. Now, it’s time to discuss the matter regarding its architecture, particularly its front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout.
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Feature,
Mazda CX-60
Kia Increases Electrified Vehicle Targets; Promises 15 EVs By 2027
Kia has updated its Plan S mid- to long-term business strategy with a stronger focus on electrification. With that, the Korean automaker has increased its global sales target, including the percentage of electrified offerings.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Kia Corporate,
News
Why Did Mazda Opt For A 3.3-liter Inline-6 In The CX-60?
When Mazda first unveiled the CX-60 SUV last year, some eyebrows were raised particularly when it comes to its engine. In a world of downsized four- or even three-cylinder engines, why did the carmaker opt to go for a 3.3-liter inline-6?
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Engines,
Feature,
Mazda CX-60
Toyota Confirms ASEAN Production Of EV Pickup By End-2023
Faced with the possibility of being left behind in the shift towards EVs, Toyota has announced a radical shift in company policy and direction that, as you guessed it, pivots the Japanese carmaker to release more EVs.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Toyota Corporate
April 6, 2023
2024 Mazda3 Offers Enhanced Fuel Economy, Larger Infotainment Screen
Mazda has refreshed the Mazda3 for 2024 bringing in a raft of updates that bring it back to the forefront of the compact car segment.
The Hyundai Motorstudio Goyang Isn't Your Ordinary Car Museum
Korea may not be the first country you think of when it comes to automotive-related exhibits and museums, but that’s fast changing. Realizing that the future of mobility isn’t purely functional, but emotional as well, Hyundai has opened several Hyundai Motorstudio in key cities around the world to serve as a mobility theme park of sorts.
Filed Under:
Feature,
Hyundai Corporate,
Travel
The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness Is Your Lubak, Baha-Proof Ride
The Philippines is still waiting for the all-new Crosstrek to arrive (maybe it’ll make an appearance at MIAS?), but elsewhere, it just got the Wilderness treatment.
The Kia EV6 GT Beat Out The Toyota GR Corolla, Nissan Z To Become This Year's Performance Car Of The Year
Who says EVs are boring? The Kia EV6 GT managed to beat out the Toyota GR Corolla and Nissan Z by being crowned as the World Performance Car of the Year 2023 at the World Car Awards.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Kia EV6,
News
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