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April 17, 2024

Nissan Shows Off EV Battery Pilot Line For Solid State Batteries

Nissan showed its in-construction all-solid-state battery pilot line located at its Yokohama Plant in Kanagawa Prefecture. The pilot line is aimed to further promote development and innovative manufacturing technologies for the “game-changing” batteries.

The Philippine launch of the Omoda & Jaecoo brands have been pushed to the second half of 2024. This was revealed during the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) where the most-promising Chinese brand had one of the largest presence (floorspace-wise) at 800 square meters. This marks the second launch move for the brand after first announcing its intention to enter the market in late 2023. It was since moved twice to April 2024 (MIAS), and now to June (at the earliest).

Suzuki PH Extends Offers On S-Presso, Ertiga Hybrid This April

Suzuki Auto Philippines is extending its “Summer to Remember Promo” until the end of April. For the whole month, customers can take advantage of the low down payment and cash discounts on the Ertiga Hybrid and S-Presso.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is providing its customers with fresh sales promos, available for the month of April.

Amidst the uncertain demand for battery electric vehicles, Kia is shifting its efforts and ramping up its hybrid vehicle offerings.

A “premium European brand” will use a Chery Auto vehicle platform. This was revealed by the Chery Auto’s chairman, Yin Tongyue, during a product livestream event.

Shell Fleet Solutions To Help Flash Express Cut Its Carbon Footprint

Shell Fleet Solutions recently partnered with Flash Express, one of the fastest-growing delivery service providers in the Philippines and in the region, as it takes a step towards decarbonizing its extensive, nationwide operations by joining Shell’s Accelerate to Zero initiative.

Petron Corporation ramps up the excitement with its loyal customers with the launch of the Win Milyun-Milyong Lazada Credits raffle promo on the Petron Rewards Facebook Page.

A Hyundai self-driving car (robotaxi) based on the Ioniq 5 has successfully passed a process similar to obtaining a U.S. driver’s license test to convey the safety and trustworthiness of Hyundai’s autonomous driving tech.

In a move that underscores its commitment to the motorsport community in the Philippines, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is renewing its partnership of the 2024 Philippine Rallycross Series. This partnership, which began in 2021, has been a part of IPC’s engagement with motorsports, particularly rallycross, where the Isuzu D-Max has showcased its power and performance.

Astara-led GAC Motor Philippines enters the second quarter of 2024 on a strong note with the inauguration of GAC Motor in San Fernando, Pampanga under Autokid Motors (Autokid). This GAC Motor dealership complies with GAC’s global showroom standards, and is fully outfitted with 3S facilities for vehicle maintenance and service.

Buying a brand-new car is a decision made by both heart and mind. Not only should you go for a car that tugs on your heart by being a head-turner and easy-to-drive, but it should also satisfy your practical side by being easy-on-the-pocket when it comes to overall ownership.

They may not have made it in time for the Chinese International Auto Show—sorry, the Manila International Auto Show—but Wuling is now in the Philippines.

Honda HR-V: The Sub-Compact SUV Made Safer

Sub-compact SUVs are a dime a dozen nowadays. In fact, apart from those that we already know, there are even more that are entering the category as we speak. Ultimately, this undeniable influx begs the question – is there even a difference anymore between all the brands that are currently on the table? The answer is simple. The difference lie in a dedication to consistently delivering the best product, with an undeniable commitment to innovation that goes with it.

Mitsubishi Triton Aces Tough ANCAP Safety Test

The all-new Mitsubishi Triton continues to show its adherence to global safety standard by acing yet another New Car Assessment Program or NCAP test. After getting a 5-star rating at the ASEAN NCAP, Mitsubishi’s next-generation pickup truck managed the same in the more stringent Australasian New Car Assessment Program or ANCAP.

Toyota Motor Philippines brings in the new Corolla Cross compact crossover for 2024. Three variants are available for the local market, all sporting updated looks, new technology features, and for the first time ever, a standard gasoline-electric powertrain.

The Ferrari Roma Spider is the latest model from the Prancing Horse to be recognized for its design. The German Red Dot Awards has cited the soft top with the Red Dot: Best of the Best in the Product Design category.

Kia has confirmed the name of its first-ever pickup truck: the Tasman.

First-Ever Mazda CX-80 Gets April 18 Reveal Date

The wait won’t be long for the fourth member of Mazda’s Large Product family as the three-row CX-80 gets an April 18 reveal date.

Lexus Philippines adds two Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) to its line-up. After the success of its first-ever all-electric offering, the RZ 450e (read our review here), the Japanese premium carmaker is adding the RZ 300e and the UX 300e to its line-up.

Lego unveils its latest collection of vehicles, developed in partnership with iconic car and racing brands such as BMW, McLaren Racing & Senna, and the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 Team.

Jetour Auto Philippines, Inc. (JAPI) is extending their partnership with celebrity family Team Kramer as their official brand ambassadors this 2024.

Toyota isn’t stopping with a clean sweep of Daihatsu’s top management as part of their reforms in their subsidiary. The carmaker has just announced that it will now oversee Daihatsu’s overseas business structure, including the development of vehicles for emerging and developing markets such as the Philippines.

Carsome Philippines, the largest online platform for certified pre-owned cars, has partnered with SeaOil, the country’s leading independent fuel provider, to launch the “Free Fuel Frenzy” campaign. This dynamic partnership goes beyond just savings: it’s about creating a seamless and cost-effective used car ownership journey for Filipinos.

Hyundai is aiming for the Electric Production SUV/Crossover record at this year’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb happening on June 23. Two Ioniq 5 N cars will do the famous climb as part of a four-car effort.

Since coming to Europe from the Nissan R&D department in Japan three years ago, Tadashi Nishikawa has become a vital member of the team, overseeing the development of the Nissan Formula E powertrain, which has already scored a pole, a victory, and three podiums in five races during Season 10, including a second-place finish at the inaugural Tokyo E-Prix.

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April 17, 2024

Nissan Shows Off EV Battery Pilot Line For Solid State Batteries

Omoda & Jaecoo Delays Philippine Market Launch To 2nd Half 2024

April 16, 2024

Suzuki PH Extends Offers On S-Presso, Ertiga Hybrid This April

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Kia Backtracks On EVs, To Offer More Hybrids

A Premium European Brand Will Use Chery's Platform

April 15, 2024

Shell Fleet Solutions To Help Flash Express Cut Its Carbon Footprint

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Self-Driving Hyundai Ioniq 5 Passes Driver's License Test

Isuzu PH Extends Partnership For 2024 Rallycross Series

GAC Motor Opens In San Fernando Pampanga

Honda City: A Sedan For Both Heart And Mind

Wuling Enters The Philippines With 4 Vehicle Line-Up

April 14, 2024

Honda HR-V: The Sub-Compact SUV Made Safer

April 12, 2024

Mitsubishi Triton Aces Tough ANCAP Safety Test

These Are The Complete Specs, Prices Of The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross (w/ Specs)

Roma Spider Is Latest Ferrari Cited For Best Design

Kia's First-Ever Pickup Truck Is Called Tasman

April 11, 2024

First-Ever Mazda CX-80 Gets April 18 Reveal Date

Lexus Philippines Adds Two EVs To Its Line-Up: The RZ 300e And UX 300e

LEGO's Latest Collection Of Racing Builds Now Available In The Philippines

Jetour Auto PH Extends Partnership With Team Kramer

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Hyundai Is Chasing The Electric Production SUV Record At The Pikes Peak Hill Climb

Q&A With Tadashi Nishikawa, Nissan Formula E's Chief Powertrain Engineer