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August 1, 2024

The MG Gallery Serves As The Brand's Showcase

2024 is a special year for MG. They are celebrating their 100th year, while July is particularly notable as it coincides with SAIC Motor Philippines (the official importer/distributor of MG in the Philippines) first full year of operation here in the country.

Despite being engineered primarily for developing markets, both Kia and Suzuki sent their Pegas (Soluto) and Ertiga to be tested at the Global NCAP.

Yamaha Motor PH Breaks Multiple Guinness Records At Ayala Malls Manila Bay

On July 13, 2024, Yamaha Motor Philippines made history once again by breaking two Guinness World Records: the Most Engines Started Simultaneously and the Most Horns Sounded Simultaneously. This remarkable achievement took place at the expansive venue and substantial space provided by Ayala Malls Manila Bay, which played a crucial role in facilitating this large-scale event.

Japan starts cracking down on motorized, rideable suitcases. Seen as a replacement to electric mopeds, these mobile luggage has become popular among tourists, some of whom have been breaking the law. As a response, Japan will now require users, both residents and non-residents alike, to wear a helmet and have a license.

In case you can’t make it this October to the Mazda Fan Festa 2024 at the Fuji International Speedway, another Fan Festa is slated in November.

Honda Cars Philippines (HCPI) is now offering an extra incentive to owners who will download and activate their Honda Connect account.

BYD Asia Pacific and BYD Cars Philippines announce their commitment to donating USD 100 (P 5,858) for every BYD Sealion 6 DM-i vehicle sold from July 25, 2024 until the end of December 2024 in support of the victims of the recent typhoon Carina.

Dongfeng Motors Philippines (DFM Philippines) is offering its Nanobox EV hatchback with a P 150,000 cash discount or an all-in down payment of P 48,000. Oh, and DFM’s throwing in a free 7-kW wall box charger too.

Two storied German automotive names—Recaro and BBS have filed for bankruptcy. Both firms, which supply several high-end car manufacturers for seats and wheels, respectively, have filed for bankruptcy in separate German courts.

JMC Opens First Showroom In Mindanao

Astara Philippines opens the first Jiangling Motors Corporation (JMC) dealership in Mindanao. The new showroom, located in the Farma Auto Supply Compound at Kilometer 13, Panacan, Davao City.

Nissan Philippines has expanded the availability of NissanConnect Services (NCS), its brand of in-car connectivity and telematics, to more variants of the Almera starting this August.

Chevrolet has officially switched distributors. Formerly distributed by The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), it’s now being distributed by HARIPHIL Asia Resources, Inc.

Will unchecked subsidies, or in the case of the Philippines, tax incentives on electrified vehicles, lead to a collapse of the local automotive manufacturing sector? That may be the case if we were to look at possible lessons learned from our neighbor Thailand where several car makers have started consolidating their manufacturing bases and some auto parts suppliers have begun to close.

New car sales experienced a slight decline in June 2024 with a 2.9 percent decrease compared to the previous month. This was shown in the joint report of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).

Jetour Auto PH Opens Pasig Dealership

Jetour Auto Philippines Inc (JAPI) has expanded its reach in eastern Metro Manila with the opening of Jetour Auto Pasig.

Ford Philippines is extending special offers for parts and labor for vehicle owners affected by rains brought on by Typhoon Carina.

The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is the most appealing mid-sized SUV according to the 2024 J.D. Power U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study.

The Ford Ranger is engineered for a life of work and adventure. Customers in more than 180 markets around the world depend on its unique blend of capability, versatility, technology, and comfort to enable them to explore new places and take on new challenges.

Review: 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

It’s a bit silly, but somehow, it’s a given that sporty cars have to have a bit of emotional appeal. Almost anyone can make a 500-horsepower-plus car these days, but it takes the right x-factor to dial in everything else to make sure it tugs on you in the right way. Down one sensory experience—EVs don’t have the mechanical rawness of internal combustion engines—it takes even more effort to transform an EV into something enthusiasts would salivate over. It’s one challenge Hyundai and its crack team of “N-gineers” have successfully accomplished with the Ioniq 5 N.

Honda Cars PH Extends Parts Discount On Flood-Affected Vehicles

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is extending a helping hand to those affected by super typhoon Carina through its ‘Honda Helps’ program.

The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is America’s undisputed King of the Hill as it’s been unveiled with the most powerful V8 from the Land of the Free. With its mind-bending specs, it’s out of challenge the world’s best supercars—be it coupe or convertible.

Subaru is switching vehicles at the third round of the Japan Super Taikyu Series. The High Performance X Future Concept—basically a Subaru WRX with experimental running gear—will takeover racing duties from the rear-wheel drive Subaru BRZ.

Porsche has been ranked number one in the premium segment in the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study. It’s the eighth time in a decade that Porsche has earned the top position in the annual study. In addition, the Taycan earned the title for best-in-class in the Upper Mid-Size Premium Segment for the second consecutive year.

Nissan Motor saw its operating profit plummet 99 percent on the year in April to June as its lack of hybrid offerings in the critical U.S. market took a toll on sales.

BYD Cars Philippines touted that its new plug-in hybrid, the Sealion 6 DM-i makes range anxiety a thing of the past. With its Super DM-i powertrain, the carmaker promised that it can go more than 1,000 kilometers on a single tank (check out the full specs here, video impressions here).

BYD Wants To Overthrow Toyota's Hybrid Leadership With The 2025 Sealion 6 DM-i

With a P 1.548-million price tag, BYD Cars Philippines sees the new Sealion 6 DM-i as a critical piece to achieving their growth plans in the country (full specs here, watch our first impressions here).

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August 1, 2024

The MG Gallery Serves As The Brand's Showcase

Global NCAP Reveals Safety Test Results For Kia Soluto, Suzuki Ertiga

July 31, 2024

Yamaha Motor PH Breaks Multiple Guinness Records At Ayala Malls Manila Bay

Japan Cracks Down On Motorized Luggage

Mazda To Celebrate 35 Years Of MX-5 At Fan Festa 2024 Okayama

Have Honda Connect, Get Discounts And Freebies

BYD, ACMobility Pledges USD 100 For Every Sealion 6 DM-i Sold In 2024 To Typhoon Carina Victims

The Dongfeng Nanobox Is Now Just P 738K

Recaro, BBS Files For Bankruptcy

July 30, 2024

JMC Opens First Showroom In Mindanao

Nissan PH Upgrades Almera, Brings Back VL Sport Variant Starting This August

Chevrolet Switches Distributors In The Philippines

Will Unchecked Electrified Vehicle Subsidies Cause Problems For The PH Auto Industry?

Here's Your Full June (And H1) 2024 New Car Sales Breakdown

July 29, 2024

Jetour Auto PH Opens Pasig Dealership

Ford PH Offers Parts, Labor Discount For Typhoon-Affected Vehicles

All-New Santa Fe Helps Boost Hyundai's Brand Appeal

Here's The Secret To The Ford Ranger's Impressive Ride Despite Keeping Rear Leaf Springs

July 28, 2024

Review: 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

July 26, 2024

Honda Cars PH Extends Parts Discount On Flood-Affected Vehicles

1,064-Horsepower 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Puts The World On Notice

Subaru To Run Carbon Neutral Fuel, Experimental AWD System At Japan Super Taikyu Racing Series

Porsche Is Most APEAL-ing Premium Brand For 2024

Lack Of Hybrids Cause Nissan Sales, Profits To Plunge 99 Percent Globally

Just How Far Can You Drive On A Single Tank With The BYD Sealion 6 DM-i?

July 25, 2024

BYD Wants To Overthrow Toyota's Hybrid Leadership With The 2025 Sealion 6 DM-i