March 19, 2024
BAIC Returns To Philippines Under UAAGI; Previews 5-Car Line-Up
United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI) is now the official distributor of BAIC (Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co. Ltd.) in the Philippines. BAIC Philippines will bring in a lineup of both traditional SUVs and modern crossovers.
Filed Under:
BAIC B40,
BAIC B60,
BAIC B80,
BAIC Corporate,
BAIC X55,
BAIC X7,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
March 18, 2024
2024 Lexus LBX Launches In Philippines With P 2.968M Price Tag
Lexus Philippines has finally launched its smallest, most affordable offering yet: the first-ever Lexus LBX. Designed to appeal to younger, style-conscious luxury customers, the LBX breaks the brand convention by going with a “premium casual” theme.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Lexus LBX,
Luxury SUV
Mitsubishi Gives Montero Sport Another Update In 2024
Mitsubishi may have already launched the all-new Triton, but it looks like we’ll have to wait a bit more for the all-new Pajero Sport/Montero Sport. For 2024, the Japanese carmaker is giving its mid-sized SUV one more refresh.
Filed Under:
Mid-sized SUV,
Mitsubishi Montero Sport,
News
Is Lexus Bringing The All-Electric UX300e To The Philippines?
Is Lexus ready to add another Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) in the Philippine market? Based on documents filed with the LTO, that seems to be the case and the vehicle in question is none other than the UX300e.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Lexus UX,
News,
Rumors
Nissan, Honda To Partner On EV Tech, Platforms
Nissan and Honda have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) wherein the two automakers will partner together in the fields of vehicle electrification and intelligence.
Filed Under:
Honda Corporate,
News,
Nissan Corporate
Look: Turbocharged Subaru Outback Spotted In Manila
Fans of turbocharged Subarus, rejoice: the Subaru Outback XT has finally landed in the Philippines. After our sources revealed to us its imminent launch last December, it has been spotted at one of the Motor Image dealerships, this gives us our first look at the new top-of-the-line trim for the Outback in the country.
Filed Under:
Executive Car,
News,
Subaru Corporate,
Subaru Outback
Suzuki PH Launches 2024 XL7 With Hybrid Power (w/ Specs)
After leaking out in documents filed with the LTO early this month, Suzuki Philippines has officially launched the refreshed XL7. And thankfully, it still comes with a (mild) hybrid system even if it doesn’t quality anymore for perks such as number coding exemption.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
Sub-Compact SUV,
Suzuki XL7
March 17, 2024
First Drive: 2024 Lexus LBX
You could say that a lot is riding on the Lexus LBX. Not only is it Lexus’ first three-letter named model after the LFA supercar, but because it’s the cheapest model in the entire range (it’s priced at P 2.968 million), it’s a gateway model for potential would-be brand converts. No pressure then for the Lexus Breakthrough Crossover, huh?
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Lexus LBX,
Luxury SUV
Last Chance To Get Cash Discounts On All-New Ford Explorer Thanks To Autohub
As part of its 25th anniversary, Ford Autohub is relaunching the Ford Explorer with an exclusive variant as well as available limited-time cash discounts.
Filed Under:
Events,
Ford Explorer,
News
March 16, 2024
Autohub Formalizes Zeekr PH Distributorship; Reveals Launch Line-Up
The Autohub Group has confirmed the initial line-up for its premium all-electric Zeekr brand. The partnership was sealed during the Autohub Group’s 25th anniversary celebrations.
Filed Under:
News,
PHL Auto Industry,
Zeekr Corporate
MINI Clubman Final Edition Arrives In The Philippines For P 3.85M
The Mini Clubman Final Edition has made its way to the Philippines. Autohub, the official distributor of Mini in the Philippines, is making just 10 units of the Mini Clubman Final Edition available in the country. Globally, only 1,969 units are made.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Luxury Car,
MINI Clubman,
News
Subaru, Aisin To Co-Develop eAxles
Subaru and Aisin will jointly develop and share production of eAxles for its next-generation battery electric vehicles due in showrooms by the latter half of the 2020s.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Subaru Corporate,
Technology
Mazda Philippines To Offer Autoexe Parts, Accessories
Mazda Philippines will soon be the authorized distributor of AutoExe tuning parts and accessories in the country. Ahead of its official market launch slated before the end of 2024, Mazda Philippines showed off the MX-5 Autoexe Edition. This special-edition MX-5 serves as the start of this partnership as Mazda Philippines and Autoexe work closely to develop its local product line.
Filed Under:
Mazda Corporate,
Mazda MX-5,
News
This Bentley And Macallan Collab Costs More Than A Car
Whisky connoisseurs will want to start saving to get their hands on a single malt whisky from Bentley Motors and The Macallan. The bottle costs more than a car (but less than a Bentley) and is part of a collaboration to celebrate the distillery’s 200th anniversary.
Filed Under:
Bentley Corporate,
News
Honda Refreshes HR-V For 2024
Honda is continuing the refresh of its models this 2024. After the Civic, the HR-V (Japanese market Vezel) has also been updated with some minor changes to its design, interior, and in the case of the e:HEV, powertrain.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Honda HR-V,
News
First Multi-Brand EV Service Center Opens In Taguig
EVOxTerra, the country’s first full-play EV distributor with brands such as BAW, Bestune, and WM Motor under their wing, is offering a free 31-point checkup for electric and even non-electric vehicles at the EVOxTerra EV Lifestyle and Service Center from March 15 to 27, 2024.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
EVOxTerra Corporate,
News,
Service
BAIC To Make Philippine Comeback With UAAGI
There’s no stopping United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. or UAAGI. After adding Lynk & Co to its roster of brands which already includes Chery and Foton, they are bringing back BAIC to the Philippines.
Chery Has Produced More Than A Million Tiggo 2 SUVs
The Chery Tiggo 2 has reached the milestone of over one million units produced. This is after the sub-compact SUV’s debut in 2016.
Filed Under:
Chery Corporate,
Chery Tiggo 2,
News
The 3-Row Jaecoo 8 Will Be Shown At The Manila International Auto Show
Omoda & Jaecoo is set to bring a fourth vehicle at the Manila International Auto Show. Aside from the previously announced Omoda 5, Omoda 5 EV, and Jaecoo 7, the brand has confirmed that it will be showcasing the mid-sized Jaecoo 8 as well.
Filed Under:
Events,
Jaecoo 8,
Jaecoo Corporate,
MIAS,
News
March 14, 2024
Honda Cars PH Announces Recall On 2022 Civic
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is conducting a safety recall of 1,025 2022 Honda Civic units to replace the Electric Power Steering Gearbox.
Filed Under:
Honda Civic,
Honda Corporate,
News,
Recall,
Safety
Here Are The Winners Of The 2024 Petron Philippine Overland Expedition
Fourteen competitor teams from all over the Philippines battled it out at the Petron Philippine Overland Expedition 2024 (PHLOX).
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News
Chevrolet Tracker Now Offered With P160K Discount
Thanks to Chevrolet’s on-going Own the Road Sales Promo, the Tracker sub-compact SUV is available with substantial savings for cash buyers or flexible payment schemes for financing customers.
Filed Under:
Chevrolet Corporate,
Chevrolet Tracker,
News
Hyundai Santa Fe, Ioniq 5 N Recognized For Excellent Design
The all-new Santa Fe and the Ioniq 5 N have helped continue Hyundai’s winning streak at the iF Design Awards to 10 years. The Santa Fe and Ioniq 5 N were recognized in the Product Category, while the Santa Fe XRT Concept received commendation in the Professional Concepts class. The company also won several other iF Design Awards across a range of categories.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Ioniq 5,
Hyundai Santa Fe,
News
Antique Gets Its First Taste Of Hyundai's Modern PUV
Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc., the official distributor of Hyundai Truck & Bus in the Philippines, and Hyundai Truck & Bus Iloilo, celebrated the turnover of a Class 3 Modern Jeepney to the Panay Land Transport Cooperative in Antique Province.
Filed Under:
Hyundai CV,
News,
PUV Modernization
Suzuki Auto Breaks Ground On Silang Dealership
Suzuki Philippines, celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony for Suzuki Auto Silang, the second 3S dealership to emerge from its partnership with NXT Mile Motors Inc.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
News,
Suzuki Corporate
March 13, 2024
Survey Says: Bentley Continental GT Wins Best Car Crown
The sector-defining Bentley Continental GT bested a readers’ poll conducted by two authoritative European publications.
Filed Under:
Bentley Continenal,
Car Awards,
News
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