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August 6, 2023

Can You Make It From Manila To Baguio (And Back) In An EV Without Worrying About Range?


Whenever we get our hands on any vehicle with a modest engine displacement, the most common question we get is: kaya ba umakyat ng Baguio yan (can it get up to Baguio)? Located 1,540 meters above sea level and about 200 kilometers north of Manila, the “Summer Capital of the Philippines” or “The City of Pines” is often an endurance test a car must ace before being accepted by the masses as well-built (matibay). Nowadays, just about any well-maintained modern vehicle can now make it up thanks to a better road network, and of course, better built cars. But what about EVs?

Review: 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6


Hyundai has decided to shape the key fob of the Ioniq 6 in the form of its logo. This move carries with it a lot of weight and expectation, since the logo itself is a symbol of customer trust and commitment. It is this commitment to excellence that greets you each time you unlock the doors (provided you still reach out for the key fob to open the doors), and it is the one that this all-electric sedan has easily met.

Subaru Levorg (WRX) Layback Puts That Black Cladding To Good Use


Insane or ingenious? Subaru has found a way to increase its product portfolio by teasing what’s essentially a WRX crossover.

August 4, 2023

JAZA's Son, Jaime Alfonso Zobel de Ayala, Is New AC Motors Head


Jaime Alfonso Zobel de Ayala, son of Ayala Corporation chairman Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala, is now heading AC Motors—the umbrella organization that distributes brands such as Honda, Volkswagen, Isuzu, Kia, Maxus, KTM, and Husqvarna starting August 1.

Hyundai Soon To Open In Marilao


Hyundai Motor Philippines, Inc. (HMPH) continues to solidify its presence in the country through the construction of Hyundai Marilao. The groundbreaking, which took place last July 28, marked the start of a budding partnership between the brand and the ANC+ Group of Companies (ANC).

Specs, Prices, Features: Everything You Need To Know About The 2024 Toyota Yaris Cross (w/ Specs)


Toyota Motor Philippines is adding a new compact crossover that serves as a shot across the bow of its competition, particularly the burgeoning number of Chinese small SUVs. Meet the first-ever Yaris Cross.

Experience, Test Drive Toyota And Lexus Electrified Models At BGC This Weekend


Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is commemorating its 35th anniversary with a series of events starting with a full line-up Electrified Vehicle experience at the Bonifacio Global City this weekend.

August 3, 2023

Second Mazda Fan Festa 2023 Scheduled in November


In case you can’t make it to the Mazda Fan Festa at the Fuji Speedway in September, you have another chance in November. Only this time, it’ll be at the Okayama International Circuit.

Toyota Adds Power, Tech To 2024 Fortuner


Toyota has updated its mid-sized 7-seater SUV, the Fortuner, for 2024. Just released in Thailand, it adds (depending on the variant) more power, tech, and safety features.

Lamborghini Is Basically Sold Out For Two Years


For the first six months of 2023, Lamborghini has once again posted record results in terms of sales, mainly thanks to the commercial success of the Urus and Huracán families pending the market debut of the Revuelto (lead photo).

The Subaru WRX Is Going Rallying Minus The Black Cladding


Subaru’s FA24DIT is already a race-proven engine by finishing the grueling Nürburgring 24 Hours endurance race this year. However, that isn’t enough to convince its US-based rally team which is sticking to a custom-built 2.0-liter flat-4 for 2023.

Porsche Celebrates 60 Years Of The 911 With A Lightweight Special Edition


The Porsche 911 is celebrating its 60th birthday by going on a diet and as a result, here comes the limited-edition Porsche 911 S/T. The 1,963-unit run is built for maximum on-road driving enjoyment by combining the high-revving 525-horsepower 911 GT3 RS engine with a manual gearbox and an extensive weight reduction program.

EV Leader Audi PH Launches 2024 Q8 e-Tron


Audi Philippines introduces the flagship of the brand’s SUVs and crossovers — the 100 percent electric Q8 e-tron models. The launch of the latest models is in line with Audi’s global electrification strategy.

August 2, 2023

Inchcape Philippines Formally Takes Over CATS Operations


It’s official: Inchcape Plc has now officially entered the Philippine market with the formalization of its joint-venture with the CATS Group of Companies. The deal includes the acquisition by Inchcape of a controlling 60 percent stake, while the remaining 40 percent remains with CATS founding Ang family.

Nearly 40 Year Old Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Gets A 2024 Update


Not only did Toyota show off an all-new Land Cruiser 250 (stylized LandCruiser, or if you prefer its common name, the Land Cruiser Prado), but they also updated the Land Cruiser 70 Series.

Alfa Romeo, Abarth Opens New Showroom In Quezon City


After five years of dedicated efforts and a steady focus building the Alfa Romeo and Abarth brands in the Philippines, Petromax Enterprise opens its brand-new showroom in Bagumbayan in Quezon City along Libis C5.

Jaguar Is Preserving V8 Sounds For Posterity


As Jaguar moves towards the near-silent running of its all-electric modern luxury future from 2025, it has decided to preserve the iconic roar of the Jaguar F-Type V8 for posterity’s sake.

The Omoda 5 Has Sold Over 70,000 Units In H1 2023


The Omoda 5 has achieved a significant milestone: it has managed to sell over 70,000 units for the first half of 2023.

2024 Land Cruiser Prado Gets Retro Vibes; Drops "Prado" Name


Toyota debuts the new 2024 Land Cruiser. Codenamed J250, it rides on the TNGA-F platform shared with its bigger brother, the Land Cruiser 300 and the Lexus GX. It starts retail sales in select markets by November this year.

August 1, 2023

2024 Geely GX3 Pro Priced Starting At P778K


After a lengthy preview that started at the Manila International Auto Show last April, Geely Philippines is ready to launch its sub-compact SUV: the GX3 Pro on August 8.

Mercedes-Benz Philippines To Launch First EV This August


Under its new bosses, Inchcape, Mercedes-Benz plans to play catch up in the premium battery electric vehicle (BEV) space in the Philippines. Teased through their social media page is a shadowy vehicle with the copy, “Get ready for the new era of sustainable luxury.” Check out the post below.

2024 Nissan Z Gets The NISMO Treatment


The Philippines is still waiting for the all-new Nissan Z to arrive, but elsewhere, the full-bodied version—the Nissan Z Nismo has been unveiled. Building on the capacities of Nissan’s rear-wheel drive sportscar, the Nissan Z Nismo packs additional power, tuned suspension, and revised aero.

Isuzu Traviz Rescue Vehicle To Service 2nd District Of Oriental Mindoro


Last month, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), maker of the country’s number one truck brand, turned over 16 units of the Traviz Rescue Vehicle to the 2nd District of Oriental Mindoro.

Hyundai PH Is First Automaker To Complete Modern PUV Certification


Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai commercial vehicles, claims a double milestone with the addition of the Hyundai HD50S GT Modern PUV Class 4 to its model lineup.

Subaru, Panasonic Enter Discussion For Long-Term EV Partnership


Just a month after Mazda and Panasonic entered discussion for EV batteries, Subaru has now done the same.

Mitsubishi PH Partners With MarCoPay For Easier Auto Loan Access To Filipino Seafarers


Filipino seafarers will now have an easier, more convenient way to purchase a new Mitsubishi vehicle thanks to a partnership between the Japanese carmaker and MarCoPay, a financial platform that is part of the NYK Group.