CarGuide.PH | Philippine Car News, Car Reviews, Car Prices

May 22, 2024

2025 Honda Civic Hybrid Is Most Powerful Non-Type R Civic Ever

After revealing its refreshed design earlier this year, Honda has released more info on the refreshed 2025 Civic. Set to debut for the North American market, it previews the possible upcoming new Civic headed for other regions, including ASEAN, as well.

Are These The Variants, Colors, And Prices Of The 2025 Mitsubishi Xforce?

As Mitsubishi Motors Philippines ramps up its activities leading up to the launch of the Xforce, we finally have some idea as the number of variants, colors, and surprisingly, prices of the new 5-seater crossover SUV.

The cat is out of the bag. Toyota Motor Philippines is set to launch the Toyota Land Cruiser (LC 250). This after its general specs were leaked from documents filed with the government.

Despite a slowdown in global EV sales, Honda isn’t backing down from its aggressive electrification strategy. The Japanese carmaker says it remains committed to going full electric—BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) or FCEV (Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle)—by 2040, their original target.

Nissan Philippines has updated its Navara pickup truck for 2024 giving it an even higher sense of comfort and luxury.

Astara Philippines led the inauguration of the GAC Motor dealership in Iloilo City in Western Visayas. Headlining the inaugural event was the launch of the M6 Pro MPV and the M8 MPV, marking their arrival and the beginning of retail sales in Iloilo City.

In their second statement in as many days, Omoda and Jaecoo Philippines (O&J Philippines) is saying that none of the upcoming Omoda 5 crossovers headed to the market are affected by the snapping axle issue that’s plagued customers in Malaysia.

Singapore will become the site of the 11th Porsche Experience Centre (PEC). Conceptualized from the get-go as both a local and regional site, PEC Singapore will provide driving exhilaration to guests from Southeast Asia.

Finalists Of 2024 Woman Of Worth Award Announced

The Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) has announced the ten finalists for the Woman of Worth (WOW) award.

Despite push back from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) extended its zero-tariff policy to cover hybrids (HEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) until 2028 in a bid to wean the country away from fossil fuels and boost its electrified vehicles market.

BMW will be returning to the Power Plant Mall as SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp., the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, hosts the BMW Summer Escape from May 24 to 26, 2024.

Omoda & Jaecoo Country Manager Responds To Dealer And Snapping Axle Stories

That was quick. Less than a couple of hours after we published two articles detailing some issues surrounding Omoda & Jaecoo (read here and here), Marco Chen, Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines country manager personally reached out and aired his side to the story.

Following refresh of its sister car, the Hyundai Ioniq 5, earlier this year, Kia has now unveiled the facelifted EV6, at least for the Korean market. The update brings aesthetic changes and a larger battery to the EV SUV.

UPDATE: Read the response of O&J Philippines country manager here.

And then there were three. After 10 potential dealers signing Letters of Intent (LOI) with Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines (O&J Philippines) in November LAST YEAR, only three are left to potentially become their inaugural set of dealers.

Nissan announces that it will use low CO2 emission aluminum parts made from green or recycled aluminum in new and current models from fiscal year 2024 onward and aims to complete the full transition to such parts by 2030.

The Electric Vehicle Owners Society (EVOS) celebrated their 11th meetup, marking the first gathering of the year for the EV community. Held at Caltex Mamplasan and Lakeshore Batangas, the event brought together a remarkable assembly of 30 electric vehicles (EVs) representing various makes and models.

Jetour Auto Phil Inc (JAPI) and Midori Clark Hotel and Casino culminated a successful partnership when they turned over a Jetour Dashing Crossover to the fourth and final winner of the raffle promo celebrating last year’s Mid-Autumn Festival for the hotel and casino’s guests.

Shell Pilipinas Corporation (SPC) enhances customer experiences through its Shell Café to cater to Filipino’s evolving tastes and needs on the road.

UPDATE: Read the response of O&J Philippines country manager here.

Vaporware car manufacturer Omoda might have a bit of trouble even before their vehicles start arriving (allegedly) by the second half of 2024. The reason? Rear axles that simply snap off.

Subaru PH To Display BRZ STI Edition, Outback Turbo At Boxer Madness 5 This May 18

The spotlight is on Subaru Club Philippines as they hold Boxer Madness 5, the most awaited event for Subaru fans, enthusiasts, and owners. Everything is going down at the Parqal Mall in Aseana City this May 18 from 4 PM to 11 PM.

The Land Transportation Office or LTO has issued a new format for Optional Motor Vehicle Special Plates or OMVSPs. This as the agency confirms that they have exhausted all possible two and three number MV license plate combinations.

Toyota Financial Services Philippines (TFSPH) has once again solidified its position as a leader in innovation and efficiency by clinching the top spot in the Annual Global Kaizen Event of Toyota Sales Finance Companies around the world.

Suzuki Philippines held the successful groundbreaking ceremony of Suzuki Auto Imus, its newest dealership in CALABARZON. Owned and operated by Mt. Sinai Motors Corporation (MSMC), the Imus showroom and service center will be situated in Km 27 Emilio Aguinaldo Highway, Anabu 1-D, Imus City, Cavite.

Honda, IBM To Collaborate On Upcoming Vehicle Chipsets, Software

Honda and IBM will work together on the development of next-generation computing technologies to improve vehicle software processing capability, power consumption, and design complexity. The two companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on that matter.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is announcing its promos for the month of May. Whether you’re looking for a fun new ride for the family this summer or considering a vehicle upgrade to match your new lifestyle, there’s a Toyota deal for you.

The Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore or HMGICS is shaping up to be a unique venue. Not only does this assembly plant (it produces the Ioniq 5 and 6) have a roof-deck test track, it’s set to have its very own restaurant which will be helmed by three-Michelin-star Chef Corey Lee.

Search CarGuide.PH

Quick Links

May 22, 2024

2025 Honda Civic Hybrid Is Most Powerful Non-Type R Civic Ever

May 21, 2024

Are These The Variants, Colors, And Prices Of The 2025 Mitsubishi Xforce?

Philippine-Spec 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Leaked In Government Documents

Honda Remains Committed To Full EV Shift By 2040

Nissan Philippines Launches Updated Navara With New Dashboard, Infotainment System

GAC Motor Inaugurates Iloilo City Dealership

Omoda Philippines: Malaysia Has Resolved Assembly Issues, No Philippine Units Affected

Porsche Experience Center To Rise In Singapore

May 20, 2024

Finalists Of 2024 Woman Of Worth Award Announced

Cheaper Hybrids Set To Arrive? Philippine Government Expands Zero Tariff Coverage

Up To P 500K Off At This Weekend's BMW Summer Escape Event At The Power Plant Mall

May 19, 2024

Omoda & Jaecoo Country Manager Responds To Dealer And Snapping Axle Stories

Kia Reveals Updated EV6 With Refreshed Looks, More Range

Only 3 Dealer Groups Continue To Show Support To Omoda & Jaecoo; Brand Reveals Even More Vaporware For Philippines

Nissan To Transition To Low-CO2 Emission Aluminum By 2030

Electric Vehicle Owners Society Held First Meetup This 2024

Jetour Auto PH Awards Vehicles To Midori Grand Raffle Promo Winners

Shell Café Elevates The Service Station Experience

Omoda 5 Snapping Rear Axle Is Widespread

May 16, 2024

Subaru PH To Display BRZ STI Edition, Outback Turbo At Boxer Madness 5 This May 18

LTO Issues New Special Number Plate Format As Combinations Run Out

Toyota Financial Services Philippines Cited For Innovation And Efficiency

Suzuki Soon To Open In Imus, Cavite

May 15, 2024

Honda, IBM To Collaborate On Upcoming Vehicle Chipsets, Software

Toyota Motor PH Promos Vios, Yaris Cross, Hilux This May

This Fancy Restaurant Will Be Located At A Hyundai Assembly Plant