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December 26, 2023

Toyota's Trio Of Carbon-Neutral Race Cars Finish 10-Hour Endurance Race

After announcing that it will run a trio of carbon neutral race cars at the Idemitsu Super Endurance Southeast Asia Trophy 2023 (Thailand 10-hour Endurance Race), all three Toyota vehicles run by the ORC Rookie Racing Team and CP Rookie Racing team managed to complete the race.

Subaru is using the upcoming Tokyo Auto Salon to launch the WRX STI Sport# (Sport Sharp). Not to be confused with the all-out WRX STI, the WRX STI Sport# is basically a STI Lite—similar to BMW’s M Sport and Mercedes-Benz’s AMG Line models.

Jetour Auto Philippines and Autoflare Corporation officially announce the opening of Jetour Auto Alabang, the brand’s newest showroom location at Filinvest, Alabang.

Almost a week after Toyota and its small car unit, Daihatsu, were rocked by the discovery of safety irregularities in its vehicles, PT Toyota-Astra Motor (TAM) and PT Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (TMMIN), have been cleared by Indonesian authorities to resume delivery and export of models made in the country.

BYD Is Set To Be First Chinese Carmaker To Manufacture In Europe

BYD will be the first Chinese automotive company to have a manufacturing footprint in Europe. Considered as one of the most competitive auto markets, BYD has announced that it will start the construction of a brand-new manufacturing and production center in Szeged, Hungary.

SMC To Waive Toll Fees On Christmas, New Year's Eve

San Miguel Corporation (SMC) announced it will again waive toll fees at all its expressways on the eves of Christmas and New Year’s Day, an annual tradition the company’s infrastructure unit fulfills in the spirit of the holidays, and to show its appreciation for motorists’ continued patronage.

Chery Auto Philippines celebrates its anniversary reinforcing its commitment to give back to the community by donating used billboard tarpaulins and distributing food to over 1,000 individuals.

Lynk & Co, the Chinese-Swedish car brand co-owned by Geely and Volvo, will enter the Philippines in 2024. This was confirmed in a statement from the brand as they set foot in Southeast Asia through Vietnam.

The Hilux isn’t the only one enjoying an update this 2024 as Toyota Motor Philippines has quietly launched an updated version of its mid-sized 7-seater SUV, the Fortuner as well. These updates, first introduced in Thailand last August, don’t come with any changes to the price.

BSB Junrose Adds Schaeffler TruPower To Its Philippine Line-Up

BSB Junrose Corporation has welcomed another addition to its lineup of global parts supply brands it distributes: Schaeffler TruPower. A sub-brand of 75-year old German automotive supplies manufacturer, Schaeffler.

In its mission to strengthen its electrification efforts through the Blue Switch program, Nissan Philippines has partnered with consumer electronics brand Realme Philippines to provide a day of fun activities for the children of Make-A-Wish Foundation Philippines. The event was the second leg of realme Philippines’ Holiday-themed CSR caravan.

The Petron Loyalty Craze continues to reward thousands of winners by giving away prizes every day to lucky Petron Value Card (PVC) members.

New car sales slowed down last November, down 1.2 percent to 37,683 units compared to October’s 38,128 units. This is according to the latest CAMPI-TMA joint report. The slowdown can be attributed to buyers’ anticipation of year-end promotions that typically close the year. In addition, carmakers themselves have started to focus their attention to Q1 2024 activities.

Toyota Raize, Wigo, Avanza, Yaris Cross Affected By Safety Irregularity

Toyota is once again embroiled in safety test irregularities because of Daihatsu. The carmaker issued a statement that in an investigation, they have found irregularities in 174 items in 25 test categories. These are in addition to the door lining irregularity and side collision test irregularity found early this year.

Chery is showing MG how to ace safety tests as its Tiggo 7 Pro managed to bag a perfect 5-star Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) score. This is the second 5-star vehicle from Chery after its T1X platform mate, the Omoda 5, received the same rating.

Lexus’ first purpose-built battery electric vehicle, the RZ, gets some tweaks for 2024, including a new variant that offers 20 percent range.

Toyota Is Racing The Prius For The First Time

Toyota Motor Corporation is participating in the Idemitsu Super Endurance Southeast Asia Trophy 2023 which will be held from December 22 to 23 at Thailand’s Chang International Circuit.

Holding out on that brand-new Subaru? Well, this might be the bargain you’re looking for. This December, Motor Image Pilipinas, the brand’s exclusive distributor is offering various deals thanks to its financing partners: Maybank, BPI, and BDO. These offers come as straight cash discounts, free amortization, zero percent interest, and balloon payment schemes.

MG Philippines is introducing the MG 365+ Free Safety Check, a month-long initiative that will enhance the overall ownership experience for MG vehicle owners.

The country’s number one carmaker, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is closing off the holiday season by raffling off five Toyota Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) this month.

Wheel Gallery is now the official distributor of ROH wheels for the Philippine market. Australia’s leading brand for alloy and steel wheels, ROH is known for being the intersection of style, performance, and innovation.

Lexus has launched an updated version of its compact crossover, the UX. Sporting a new designation, UX 300h, it gets a more powerful gasoline-electric hybrid system and improved safety performance.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) officially handed over three Hyundai Staria commuter units to the Department of Science and Technology – Science and Technology Information Institute (DOST-STII). The fleet will be utilized particularly for DOST-STII’s pioneering project, the Science and Technology Academic and Research-Based Openly Operated KioskS (STARBOOKS), and its award-winning broadcast platform, DOSTv: Science for the People.

Toyota Motor Philippines has announced the champions for this year’s Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Vios Cup.

Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines says they’ve managed to outpace the growth of the local auto industry in 2023. They have also revealed their new product and dealer expansion plans for 2024.

Nissan Commemorates Its 90th Anniversary With These Special Edition Models

In case you missed it, Nissan is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year and we don’t blame you for not noticing. The automaker (at least in the Philippines) isn’t making a big fuss over it, but as a reminder, Nissan was founded exactly on December 26, 1933.

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December 26, 2023

Toyota's Trio Of Carbon-Neutral Race Cars Finish 10-Hour Endurance Race

Subaru Teases Sharper Handling WRX STI Sport# For Japan

Jetour Auto Opens In Alabang

Indonesian-Made Toyota, Daihatsu Vehicles Cleared In Safety Irregularity

December 24, 2023

BYD Is Set To Be First Chinese Carmaker To Manufacture In Europe

December 22, 2023

SMC To Waive Toll Fees On Christmas, New Year's Eve

Chery Auto PH Celebrates 4th Anniversary By Paying Forward

It's Official: Lynk & Co Is Coming To The Philippines In 2024

Toyota PH Updates Fortuner For 2024 With Added Tech, Sportier Looks

December 21, 2023

BSB Junrose Adds Schaeffler TruPower To Its Philippine Line-Up

A Leaf EV Helped Power Nissan Philippines' CSR Program

Petron Loyalty Craze Awards Noche Buena Feast Until December 31

New Car Sales Slow In November 2023; Industry Expected To Hit 423,000 Target

December 20, 2023

Toyota Raize, Wigo, Avanza, Yaris Cross Affected By Safety Irregularity

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Scores Perfect At Safety Test

The Lexus RZ Gains A New Long-Range Variant For 2024

December 19, 2023

Toyota Is Racing The Prius For The First Time

Get Up To P 280K Off A Brand-New Subaru This December

MG Puts Safety Above All With Its 365+ Free Safety Check Promo

This Is Not A Drill: Toyota Motor PH Is Raffling Off 5 Hybrid Vehicles This December

ROH Wheels, Designed For Extreme Environments, Is Now In The Philippines

2024 Lexus UX Now Makes 199 Horsepower, Can Go Up To 26.3 km/L

Hyundai Staria To Help In Spreading STEM Education In The Philippines

Toyota Gazoo Racing Vios Cup 2023 Champions Revealed

Subaru Reports Robust Growth In 2023; Reveals 2024 Plans

December 18, 2023

Nissan Commemorates Its 90th Anniversary With These Special Edition Models