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September 6, 2023

Toyota Builds Hilux Prototype That Emits Water As Its Only Emission

Toyota is walking the talk when it comes to their “multi-path strategy for carbon-free mobility.” Its Hilux pickup truck isn’t just getting mild hybrid power, but they’ve been experimenting with a battery electric, and now, a fuel cell (FCEV) version as well.

After announcing it early this year, Toyota and Gazoo Racing is ready to reveal availability details of its ultra-rare GR Supra GT4 100 Edition. Despite the name, only three of these will be available worldwide—one for Europe, one for North America, and one for Asia.

Thanks to the refreshed Honda City getting the Honda Sensing advanced driver assist system as standard, owners now stand to get preferred insurance rates from Standard Insurance, MAA, and AXA Philippines until September 30.

Say goodbye to boring sedans and hello to the Subaru WRX Wagon. This high-performance vehicle combines speed and functionality for your daily life. Packed with a turbocharged 2.4-liter engine, it delivers 275 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. Built on the Subaru Global Platform, it offers stability and control like no other.

Toyota has unveiled its ultimate flagship: the Century SUV and it will probably give the Rolls-Royce Cullinan a run for its money.

Omoda’s parent company, Chery, has big plans for their new brand. Positioned as a Chinese brand with global aspirations, it has already managed to expand its global presence to 12 markets thus far with a further 11, including the Philippines, to be added before the end of 2023.

Foton Motor Philippines, Inc. (FMPI) celebrated the 1,000th unit delivered to one of the leading logistics companies in Southeast Asia, J&T Express. Under the leadership of Philippine Global Jet Express, Inc., J&T Express is helping bring about a remarkable stimulus in transport mobility that should further boost the nation’s economy. The strengthened fleet is expected to bring faster and more efficient services to Filipino businesses and consumers alike.

Mazda has released a partially improved version of its CX-30 compact crossover for 2024. Launching first in its home market of Japan this October, these updates could very well make their way to global markets including the Philippines soon.

When BMW let us drive the iX1 xDrive30 last July, we figured it’ll make for a great entry-level EV in the Philippines if it’d come in a less powerful, more range-friendly guise. Well, that’s now the case as the German automaker has added the iX1 eDrive20 to their line-up.

Hyundai Breaks Ground On New EV Dealership In Talisay

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) has officially broken ground its upcoming dealership, together with Gateway Motors, which will be in Cebu. Last August 11, the city of Talisay welcomed HMPH executives, including President, Mr. Dong Wook Lee, and Managing Director, Mr. Cecil Capacete, as well as Gateway Group’s Executive Vice President, Mr. Michael Goho, Corporate Secretary, Ms. Estrella Goho, and Hyundai Brand Head, Mr. Glenn Teves.

The “ber” months are officially here and what better way to start off the season than bringing home a brand new Chevy. This month, The Covenant Car Company, Inc. is putting the spotlight on the Trailblazer and the big savings you can get from the Meet Your Chevy Match promo.

Movem Electric, Inc., the wholly-owned green mobility subsidiary of Meralco, has installed a new electric vehicle (EV) charging station at the Pacific Star Building, a high-rise structure in Makati City managed by Century Properties Management, Inc. (CPMI), a subsidiary of Century Properties Group.

For Omoda & Jaecoo, Another Brand's Service Woes Is A Lesson Of What’s Important To Filipinos

“Geely aftersales” seems to be a derogatory term these days that other Chinese brands can’t resist taking a potshot at them. The upcoming brand, Omoda and Jaecoo, shortened as Omoda & Jaecoo (O&J), though sees it as a lesson that they could learn from as they shift to high gear for a brand launch at the end of 2023.

Ford Philippines is bringing back its much-anticipated Truck Month where customers can enjoy the biggest deals and offers with a purchase of a Ford Ranger.

BMW reserves the term, “Neue Klasse” or New Class for its line of vehicles it considers as revolutionary; one that brings the carmaker to new direction or heights. The original Neue Klasse from the 1960s and 70s did just that and helped save BMW from obscurity and financial loss.

All-New Nissan Z Now Available In The Philippines For P 3.888M (w/ Specs)

After hitting some production delays early in its launch phase, Nissan dealers in the Philippines is now ready to take orders for the all-new Nissan Z starting on September 21.

Mini has unveiled the new Mini family in the form of the all-new 3-door and Countryman models. On its way to becoming an all-electric brand, these two models represent the first steps in a build to reinvent itself without neglecting its origins and traditions.

Adorning the walls of Velocità Motors’s second floor office are a series of Ferrari cars—both classic and modern. As Ramon S. Ang, the president and CEO of Ferrari’s new exclusive Philippine importer and distributor, he immediately proceeded to name each one of them.

Italian luxury sportscar manufacturer Ferrari has officially appointed Velocità Motors Inc. (VMI), a unit under conglomerate San Miguel Corporation (SMC), as its new sole authorized importer and distributor in the Philippines.

Nissan Philippines awards outstanding dealers at its annual Dealer of the Year Awards Ceremony. The award highlights the commitment of Nissan dealerships to elevate customer experiences and operational excellence.

MINI Clubman Untold Edition Mixes Versatility With Unique Colors For An Individual Design Statement

Mini Philippines brings in the Mini Clubman Untold Edition. The Clubman Untold Edition brings the versatile qualities of the Clubman and mixes it with unique body paint finishes and wheels for a truly individual design statement.

Mini Philippines has revealed its latest special edition Mini Convertible: the Seaside Edition. Available in two colors: Caribbean Aqua or Nanuq White, only 10 will be made available for the Philippines.

The Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association (MDPPA), composed of four prominent manufacturers Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Yamaha, achieved a collective sales milestone with 932,220 units sold during the first half of 2023, spanning January to July. This achievement signifies a notable 4.6 percent surge compared to the same period last year, which saw sales totaling 890,720 units.

Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the exclusive distributor of Geely vehicles in the country has broken its silence on the issue of irate Geely customers and owners on social media.

Elevating aftersales service quality is vital to creating a solid bond with customers. This philosophy guides Jetour Auto Philippines (JAPI), the exclusive distributor of Jetour vehicles and services in the country, as it strives to elevate the standards of its dealer network’s customer handling and technical proficiency.

Nissan Philippines announces the expansion and enhancement of the Nissan Bohol dealership. This endeavor is a testament to the successful partnership between Nissan Philippines and Nissan Cebu Distributors, Inc., which was initiated in 2011 under the leadership of Peter Yap.

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September 6, 2023

Toyota Builds Hilux Prototype That Emits Water As Its Only Emission

Meet One Of the Rarest Toyotas Ever: The GR Supra GT4 100 Edition

Honda City With Honda SENSING Benefits From Special Insurance Packages, Offers This September

Subaru WRX Wagon: Performance-Level Driving For Everyday Living

The 2024 Century SUV Is Toyota's Answer To The Rolls-Royce Cullinan

Omoda: The Chinese Brand With Global Ambitions

Milestone Achieved: Foton Turnsover 1,000th Truck Unit To J&T Express

Mazda Updates CX-30 For 2024 With Larger Screen, Improved Safety

Could The 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 Go Head-To-Head With The Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6?

September 5, 2023

Hyundai Breaks Ground On New EV Dealership In Talisay

Chevrolet Offering Up To P120K Off A Brand-New Trailblazer Compact SUV

Meralco Powers Pacific Star Building EV Charging Station

September 4, 2023

For Omoda & Jaecoo, Another Brand's Service Woes Is A Lesson Of What’s Important To Filipinos

Ford Philippines Offering All-New Ranger With P 11,111 Low Monthly

The Future Of BMW Previewed In The Vision Neue Klasse

September 2, 2023

All-New Nissan Z Now Available In The Philippines For P 3.888M (w/ Specs)

Meet The New MINI Family: All-New 2024 Cooper, Countryman Go Electric

Ramon Ang Understands Ferrari Owners And That Makes Him The Man To Lead Their PH Success

Ferrari Appoints SMC's Velocità Motors Inc. As New Sole Importer, Distributor In The Philippines

Nissan Alabang, Cebu North Are Nissan's Dealer Of The Year

September 1, 2023

MINI Clubman Untold Edition Mixes Versatility With Unique Colors For An Individual Design Statement

MINI Philippines Introduces Limited Edition Convertible Seaside Edition For P 3.72-Million

New Motorcycle Sales Hit Almost A Million In H1 2023

Geely PH Admits To Service Lapses, Vows To Do Better

Jetour Auto PH Holds First Leg Of Inaugural Aftersales Service Competition

Nissan Bohol's Enhanced Dealership Is First To Focus On Aftersales Service