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February 19, 2024

Subaru Halts Japan Production


Subaru is temporarily suspending production at three plants in Japan after a work was crushed to death. The factories producing among others, the Forester, Crosstrek, and BRZ halted production after a 25-ton mold fell on a worker at the company’s Yajima assembly plant in Gunma, Japan. It’s not clear when production would resume.

BMW Philippines Launches All-New 5 Series And First-Ever i5. Prices Start At P 4.990M (w/ Specs)


SMC Asia Car Distributors Corporation has launched the latest generation of its business icon, the 5 Series, bringing with it next-level dynamics and digitalization. And for the first time ever, it is offered in an all-electric variant as well.

UnionBank, Shell Tie Up On New Credit Card For The Discerning Motorist


Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) and Shell Pilipinas Corporation (Shell) have joined forces to introduce the UnionBank Shell Power Credit Card. This new credit card that rewards motorists with perks and benefits including big savings on fuel, toll fees, and car services.

Mazda Fan Festa 2024 To Have Three Legs. First One Happening This April 6-7


After the continued success of its trademark participatory brand experience event, Mazda has announced that there will be three legs to its Mazda Fan Festa this 2024.

Mitsubishi Motors Inaugurates School Which It Helped Build In Samar


A junior high school in Santa Rita, Samar, whose building was constructed with the support of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, has been formally inaugurated.

Nissan Outlines 2024 Motorsports Activities


Nissan and Nissan Motorsports & Customizing Co., Ltd. (NMC) announced their motorsports activities for 2024.

Kia Looking To Make China A Global Production Hub


Kia is looking to China to expand its global footprint. The Automotive News reports that the Korean carmaker wants to make its Chinese joint-venture with Jiangsu Yueda Group Co. a global production hub for export markets, including the Philippines.

February 18, 2024

Bentley Posts Record Results In Asia-Pacific In 2023


Bentley Asia Pacific finished yet another record year in 2023 with deliveries of 2,121 ultra-luxury cars, representing a 16 percent share in Bentley Motors’ total global sales of 13,560 units. With 90 more vehicles sold last year compared to the previous one, Bentley Asia Pacific raised its performance by 4 percent.

Jetour Auto Philippines' February Promo Has One For Every Budget


Jetour Auto Philippines is celebrating the month of love with easy-to-own financing programs from their partner banks for the Jetour X70 Journey, X70 Travel, X70 Sport, X70 Plus, Dashing, and Ice Cream EV.

Mazda PH Strengthens Partnership With Katala Foundation For Wildlife Conservation


Bermaz Auto Philippines (Mazda Philippines), the exclusive distributor of Mazda vehicles in the country, strengthened its partnership with the non-stock, non-profit organization, Katala Foundation, Inc., and their fight to protect the endangered Philippine pangolin (manis culionensis).

Review: 2024 Nissan Z Premium AT


Let’s stop for a minute and admire what Nissan has done here. In an age where electrification has become the auto industry buzzword, they’ve come up with something leftfield with the all-new Z. Eschewing any motivation via electrons, it’s got a big, honking V6 driving the rear wheels. There’s even standard limited slip diff, performance brake (pads), and a no-cost option for a stick. It’s as old-school as a sportscar’s going to get and just thinking about it gets any enthusiast, myself included, all wet.

February 16, 2024

Isuzu PH Updates mu-X For 2024 With More Safety, Tech Features


Isuzu Philippines Corporation updates the mu-X for 2024, adding even more safety and convenience features.

2024 Subaru Forester GT Wild Lite Aims To Tackle The Trails


A couple of months back, Motor Image’s Glenn Tan confirmed that an off-road centric version of the Forester is in the works. The Deputy Chairman and Managing Director of Tan Chong International, the parent company of Motor Image, said that this was made as a response to the growing popularity of off-road centric setups in the markets where Subaru is present in ASEAN.

2024 Ford Bronco, Mustang Reservations Open February 22


Ford Philippines is officially opening reservations for the all-new Ford Bronco and all-new Ford Mustang on February 22 exclusively on its online reservation portal.

January 2024 New Car Sales Up 15.5 Percent; Toyota Corners 47.25 Percent


New car sales are off to a strong start in 2024 as the joint report of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) shows. The CAMPI-TMA indicates that 34,060 new vehicles were sold in January 2024—a 15.5 percent jump from the same month in 2023.

2024 Honda BR-V N7X Edition Is The Closest Thing To A BR-V RS That We'll Get


If there’s one Honda vehicle that’s yet to get the RS treatment, it’s the BR-V. Though it may be a bit out of character for a 7-seater SUV to get sportified, that hasn’t stopped Honda from coming out with the next best thing: the BR-V N7X Edition.

February 15, 2024

Audi Appoints New Head Of Design


Massimo Frascella is the new Head of Audi Design. On June 1, he is scheduled to succeed Marc Lichte, who will take on a new role within the group. Frascella, an alumnus of the Istituto d`Arte Applicata & Design in Turin, began his career at Stile Bertone. Positions at Ford Motor Company and Kia followed. Since 2011, Frascella, 52, held leading roles at Jaguar Land Rover, most recently as Head of Design for both brands.

Out-Of-Warranty Hyundai Owners Treated To Complimentary Services


Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) is inviting owners to bring and treat their Hyundai cars to complimentary services at an authorized Hyundai dealership.

GAC Motor PH Launches 2024 M8 Luxury MPV With 2.998M Starting Price (w/ Brochure)


GAC Motor Philippines officially launches its luxury MPV, the M8. After being previewed last December, the M8 marks GAC Motor’s continued expansion into more market segments.

2024 Hyundai Solati Spreads The Love On Valentines Day (w/ Specs)


Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai commercial vehicles in the Philippines and Flowerstore.ph, one of the country’s best-rated online flower shops, gave the Valentines Day crowd in Bonifacio Global City more reason to celebrate the language of love.

February 14, 2024

Astara PH-Backed Peugeot Sets 2024 Priorities


Peugeot Philippines held its annual Business Meeting with top executives and dealer principals, unveiling its plans and targets for 2024. The meeting highlighted strategic initiatives moving forward. Encompassing Sales, Marketing, and Aftersales programs, the Astara-backed brand is envisioned to challenge the local automotive scene through its vision of an alluring future, offering its tech-forward solutions within reach.

2024 MG One To Be Launched End Of February? Priced At P 1.458M?


Just when we thought that the next vehicle to be launched by SAIC Motor Philippines would be the MG ZS EV, it seems they’re prioritizing a combustion engine model first in the form of the 2024 MG One.

Mober PH Secures USD 2 Million In Seed Funding


Mober, a Philippine logistics company at the forefront of sustainable delivery solutions, recently announced a USD 2 million seed funding round led by RT Heptagon Holdings (RTHH) under the leadership of Chairman and President Rex Tiri. This investment accelerates Mober’s integration of electric vehicles (EVs) into its fleet, aiming to revolutionize green logistics in the Philippines.

Fit For A Prince: The Audi RS E-Tron GT


The Earthshot Prize seeks solutions to environmental concerns, funding 50 winning projects around USD 70 million from 2021 until 2030. Presented by The Royal Foundation, it is spearheaded by Prince William, who cites his late grandfather Prince Philip and father King Charles III, both longtime environmentalists, as his influences in this eco-conscious initiative.

Isuzu PH Joins Overland Kings CampOut


In a fusion of off-road prowess and outdoor camaraderie, Isuzu joined this year’s Overland Kings CampOut held last February 9 to 11 at Crystal Beach, Zambales. Drawing in more than 100 outdoor enthusiasts, the event underscored the blossoming culture of overlanding: a lifestyle that combines camping with the thrill of driving in rugged terrains.

The Ford Ranger MS-RT Is A Street Carver With 600 Nm V6 Diesel


What do you get when you mix a Ford Ranger with Ford’s MS-RT—an offshoot of Ford’s WRC partner, M-Sport? Why, the Ranger MS-RT.