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February 1, 2024

When your family’s net worth is around USD 2.8 billion (P 156 billion), you could pretty much afford just about any car. Dream it, and you’re probably be able to get one. But when it came to Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala choosing his new daily driver, the chairman and CEO of Ayala Corporation had a peculiar choice, and it’s something that underscores the direction of the company he’s leading as a whole.

Among the new automotive entrants in the Philippine market last year, Jetour Auto has, no doubt, been the most visible. But just how many units did they manage to sell?

Kia Nears Completion Of Korea's First Dedicated EV Plant

At this year’s New Year festivities, Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) Executive Chair, Euisun Chung, highlighted the values of electrification, sustainability, and a greener future. This year’s ceremonies, held at the Kia AutoLand Gwangmyeong, is a beacon for all these objectives.

Toyota is once again the world’s top-selling automaker in 2023, selling a record 11.2 million vehicles. It finished ahead of the Volkswagen Group which sold 9.2 million vehicles with Hyundai Motor Group in third with 7.3 million vehicles sold.

The Isuzu Traviz has achieved a milestone in the Philippines by selling over 20,000 units since its launch in 2019. This significant achievement underscores the Traviz’s position as a preferred choice for small businesses nationwide, thanks to its unmatched durability, flexibility, fuel efficiency, high torque, and superior cargo capacity.

Mazda has unveiled the third member of its Large Product Group—the first-ever 2025 Mazda CX-70. And your eyes aren’t deceiving you—it’s basically the CX-90 with the rear seats removed.

Foton Philippines Sales Stay Strong In 2023

Foton and the sales of its high-value, feature-packed line of commercial vehicles stayed strong in 2023, based on industry figures.

Newly-appointed Sojitz G Auto Philippines (Geely Philippines) President and CEO, Naoyuki Takeda outlined his vision for the company’s growth after being battered with aftersales service issues and plateauing sales in 2023.

A day after Toyota Motor Corporation revealed irregularities surrounding the diesel engines powering the Hilux, Hiace, Fortuner, Innova, and Land Cruiser 300, Toyota Motor Philippines has reached out and issued a statement in connection with these engines and vehicles.

Nissan Philippines continues growing its dealer presence with the groundbreaking of its newest dealership in San Jose del Monte.

AutoQuix, a new brand of car servicing center, welcomes car owners in Cebu as it opens the AutoQuix – Mantawi, Mandaue branch, its third branch in the country.

Chery Auto Philippines starts the year with the groundbreaking of Chery Cordon in Isabela. The rise of a new dealership in Isabela aims to boost the Chery brand’s presence in North Luzon.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) reconnects with its Palaweño customers through Auto Artist Incorporated (AAI). The group was officially welcomed to the brand’s network of dealers through two junctures: the inauguration of the first 1S outlet under HMPH, and the other is the ground breaking of a new dealership.

Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) has partnered with iCATS Motors, Inc. to become an official dealer of Fuso trucks and buses. Its marks the introduction of the first joint multi-brand facility by Daimler Trucks in the Philippines putting Fuso and Mercedes-Benz Trucks under one roof.

Kia EV9, BMW 5 Series Among 2024 WWCOTY Finalists

The category winners for this year’s Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) have been announced. The winners in the Family Car, Large Car, SUV, Exclusive Car, and 4x4 & Pick-Up will all vie for the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year which will be announced on International Women’s Day on March 8.

Toyota seems to be built like a house of cards of late. After finding irregularities in its vehicles developed and built by its subsidiary, Daihatsu, the Japanese carmaker is now finding itself with issues surrounding three of its diesel engines.

Volkswagen Philippines introduces its latest offers with up to three enticing purchase options up to March 31.

After getting leaked by the Malaysian press last December, Bermaz Motor has finally unveiled the Made in Malaysia refreshed CX-5 for 2024.

When Toyota Motor Philippines brought in the Innova XE variant late last year as their most affordable AT variant, there had to be some reason why. Well, now we know. Starting today, the carmaker has trimmed down the Innova variants from seven to six.

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) has leased a new electric vehicle (EV) unit in a bid to gradually replace its old gas-powered fleet vehicles and curtail its greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption.

224-Horsepower Toyota Fortuner GR Sport Has Arrived In The Philippines

After upgrading the rest of the Fortuner line-up for 2024, Toyota Motor Philippines has done the same to the top-of-the-line Fortuner GR Sport variant.

In her first move as the new president and CEO of Chevrolet Philippines, Maria Fe Perez Agudo and her team have launched the “Own the Road Sales Promo” giving substantial cash discounts, enticing low down payment schemes, and appealing amortization packages to the entire Chevrolet range.

Jetour Auto PH Finishes 6th In First Global Skill Olympics

The team representing Jetour Auto Philippines Inc (JAPI) finished sixth at the first-ever Jetour Global Service Skills Competition held in Wuhu, China.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is once again the best-selling truck brand, a feat it has maintained for 24 consecutive years. This significant milestone underscores IPC’s unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction in the automotive industry.

Less than four months since completing its P 2-billion initiative to clean up the Pasig River, San Miguel Corporation’s (SMC) comprehensive efforts to rehabilitate major river systems has shifted to high gear in Central Luzon.

Throughout its six generations, the Honda CR-V has never been afraid to experiment. From offering an underfloor picnic table in the first-generation model, cramming ten seats in the second-generation model, to a diesel engine and seven seats in the fifth-generation model, this compact SUV is designed as if it’s got a feel of the market’s pulse as a whole. With the sixth-generation model, Honda has done it again with the introduction of two things: the RS badge and a strong hybrid system called the e:HEV.

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February 1, 2024

Jetour Breaks Into Top 20 Best-Selling Car Brands In The Philippines

January 31, 2024

Kia Nears Completion Of Korea's First Dedicated EV Plant

Toyota Breaks Global Sales Records With 11.2 Million Vehicles Sold In 2023

Isuzu Traviz Marks Over 20K Units Sold In The Philippines

Is The First-Ever 2025 Mazda CX-70 A Lazy Design Job Or Built For Market Success?

January 30, 2024

Foton Philippines Sales Stay Strong In 2023

Geely Philippines President Vows To Foster Dialogue, Collaboration

Toyota Motor Philippines Says No Units Affected By Engine Irregularities

Nissan To Open Soon In San Jose Del Monte

AutoQuix, A New Car Servicing Brand, Is Now Open In Mandaue

Chery Breaks Ground On Cordon, Isabela Dealership

Hyundai Reopens In Palawan With New Dealer Partner

Fuso, Mercedes-Benz Trucks Opens First Joint Dealership Facility

January 29, 2024

Kia EV9, BMW 5 Series Among 2024 WWCOTY Finalists

Toyota Land Cruiser, Fortuner, Hilux Embroiled In New Engine Irregularity

Volkswagen Philippines Cuts Prices As Much As P333K

Refreshed 2024 Mazda CX-5 Makes ASEAN Appearance With More Power, Equipment

Toyota Motor PH Reduces Innova Variants, Bumps Up Prices For 2024 (w/ Specs)

BPI Employees Will Now Ride In This EV Shuttle

January 28, 2024

224-Horsepower Toyota Fortuner GR Sport Has Arrived In The Philippines

Chevrolet Philippines Offers Up To P 2-Million In Discounts Until March 15

January 27, 2024

Jetour Auto PH Finishes 6th In First Global Skill Olympics

Isuzu Is Philippines' Best-Selling Truck Brand For 24 Straight Years

SMC Expands Central Luzon River Cleanup

Review: 2024 Honda CR-V RS e:HEV