The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is preparing their crash test facilities for the possible mass adoption of electric vehicles (EVs).
December 9, 2022
Heavyweight EVs Forced IIHS To Check Their Equipment
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is preparing their crash test facilities for the possible mass adoption of electric vehicles (EVs).
Nissan Sakura, Mitsubishi eK X EV Are 2022-2023 Japan Car Of The Year
The small, affordable electric vehicles from Nissan and Mitsubishi are the co-winners of the 2022-2023 Japan Car of the Year. The Nissan Sakura and Mitsubishi eK X EV beat out 10 other finalists to win Japan’s most prestigious car award. Both vehicles also received the Kei Car of the Year award.
December 8, 2022
2023 Ford Ranger Scores 5-Star Euro NCAP Safety Rating
The next-generation Ford Ranger joins the Isuzu D-Max/Mazda BT-50 twins in getting a coveted perfect 5-star safety rating in the European New Car Assessment Program or Euro NCAP.
December 7, 2022
Motor Image PH Offers New Features On Subaru XV, Forester; Caps Off 2022 With Year-End Deals
Motor Image Pilipinas, Inc., the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines, is offering these special deals for the Subaru XV and Forester this December.
Hyundai Congratulated For 2023 Creta's 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Safety Rating
The first Hyundai SUV tested by the ASEAN New Car Assessment Program or ASEAN NCAP managed to achieve something which the Stargazer MPV didn’t: a perfect 5-star safety rating.
2023 Hyundai Stargazer Misses Out On 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Rating
Hyundai’s first-ever compact MPV, the Stargazer managed just a 4-star safety rating at the ASEAN New Car Assessment Program or ASEAN NCAP.
Chevrolet PH Offers Great Deals To Close 2022
This season of gift-giving, Chevrolet Philippines is sure to have something for everyone on their list. Customers looking for a new car or wanting to upgrade their current ride can avail of these all-in low down payment or cash discount options for the Chevrolet line-up.
Lexus Thinks You'll Enjoy Driving A Car With A Fake Manual Gearbox
Lexus thinks its shift to all-electric vehicles shouldn’t equate to the loss of engagement and driving fun; after all, they’re busy touting their so-called Lexus Driving Signature. To that end, they’re working on a manual transmission specifically for EVs.
Chery Illuminates Qatar Landmark For FIFA World Cup 2022
Chery lit up the Torch Doha during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, sharing the event with global fans. This is an important step for Chery to accelerate the implementation of its global strategy called “Lighting Up The Global Landmarks.” Alongside the lighting event, the brand also displayed advertisements on several all-weather billboards and LED large screens on arterial roads.
Chinese Carmakers Are Buying Their Own Ships To Keep Their Factories Running
Tired of the continuing issues surrounding global logistics, two large Chinese automakers have gone to extreme lengths in order to ensure that their cars get shipped from their factories to other markets: they bought their own ships.
This Mazda MX-5 Completed A 1,600-km Road Trip Using Sustainable Fuel
With their Multi-Solution Approach towards carbon neutrality, Mazda isn’t giving up on combustion fuels just yet. Aside from their bio-diesel research, the Japanese automaker has now managed to complete a benchmark using a completely production standard Mazda MX-5 fueled by 100 percent sustainable road fuel.
Allan Uy Wins Inaugural MSCC Miata Spec Series
Allan Uy won the inaugural season of the Manila Sports Car Club (MSCC) Miata Spec Series in spectacular fashion by sweeping both races in Round 4 of the country’s first one-make sportscar racing series.
December 6, 2022
Toyota Just Shoehorned The GR Yaris's 1.6-liter Turbo Into The Corolla Cross
Showing that there’s more than one way (electrification) towards carbon neutrality, Toyota shoehorned the GR Yaris / GR Corolla’s turbocharged engine into the Corolla Cross.
The Association Of Vehicle Importers And Distributors (AVID) Is Still Around
The demise of rival Philippine automotive group, AVID, seems to be exaggerated as they seem to prepare for a “future-ready” 2023.
Look: 2023 MG GT Snapped During PH Dealer Appreciation Night; Comes Packing A Turbocharged Engine
Last October, we reported that MG Philippines was launching its latest sub-compact offering—the MG GT as evidenced by stocks arriving into the country. It seems the public launch is inching closer as it has been shown officially to dealers during their annual appreciation night at the Mall of Asia Arena.
You Can Now Lease A Lexus In The Philippines
Have you always wanted to drive home a Lexus without the burden of having to purchase one in full? Now you can with Kinto One, a full-service vehicle lease package which gives those who dream of having a Lexus the chance to have one with a hassle-free, worry-free ‘usership’ experience.
Petron Giving Away 5 Million PVC Peso Points This Christmas
Loyal Petron customers will get a chance to win a Christmas treat from the Namamasko PO!nts promo just by using their Petron Value Card (PVC). Running until December 31, 2022, a total of five million PVC peso points will be given away in weekly raffle draws, with 500 winners winning 10,000 PVC peso points each.
Toyota Previews Wild-Looking 2023 C-HR Compact Crossover
Despite Toyota making the Corolla Cross into a global model, it seems they’re not giving up on their OG compact crossover, the C-HR. In fact, they’re just about ready to launch a second-generation model previewed by the C-HR Prologue.
Chemical Guys Now In The Philippines
L.A.-based car detailing brand Chemical Guys is now in the Philippines. Marking its on-ground launch at the 2022 Manila Auto Salon and distributed locally by Commuters Trading Corp., Chemical Guys is the car detailing brand centered around the rich, vibrant L.A. car scene.
December 5, 2022
Land Rover Philippines Has Sold Its 400th Defender; Grows Family To 18 Variants
Leveraging the positive reception towards the Defender 90 and 110, Land Rover Philippines is capitalizing on that opportunity by growing the Defender family by a lot.
Three-Row 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 Arrives In PH With P 11.890M Price Tag
All British Cars Inc., brings in the latest addition to its all-conquering Defender line about 7 months after they opened the order books. With the ability to fit eight adults across three rows of full-sized seats, it’s the ultimate combination of space and capability.
December 4, 2022
Subaru Just Hit Rock Bottom With FWD 2023 Crosstrek
Just when you thought Subaru hit rock bottom with the revived Subaru Rex—essentially, a re-badged Toyota Raize, they’ve just ditched a core technology they’ve been using for 50 years: all-wheel drive.
Honda Cars PH Opens Online Parts Selling Platform
Purchasing genuine parts and accessories is now easier with Honda Cars Philippines, Inc.’s (HCPI) online parts-selling platform at its official website.
Changan PH Inaugurates National Headquarters
Seven months after breaking ground, Changan Motor Philippines, Inc. (CMPI), the official distributor of Changan vehicles in the country, inaugurates its National Headquarters at the Auto Resources Center (ARC) in Calamba City, Laguna.
Ayala Offers Exclusive Discounts For Volkswagen, Maxus Models For Men And Women In Uniform
Ayala, through AC Motors is saluting the patriotism, heroism, and service of men and women in uniform by offering exclusive discounts on Volkswagen and Maxus vehicles until December 31, 2022.
The All-New Hino 200 Is The Toyota-Powered Light Truck Built For MSMEs (w/ Specs)
Hino Motors Philippines stirs up the country’s commercial vehicle industry with the launch of their newest and lightest truck line: the All-New Hino 200 Series.
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