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January 3, 2018

Volkswagen Hits Global Production Milestone

Volkswagen has produced more than six million vehicles in 2017, setting a new record for the German carmaker. Helping them achieve this goal, Volkswagen embarked on their largest model offensive in its history. This along with strong global demand has led them to this milestone. The Jetta, Golf, Santana, Passat, and Polo are the top models in their line-up.

So When Are Car and Gas Prices Going Up?

With Republic Act 10963 (infamously known as the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion or TRAIN Law) taking effect on the first day of 2018 (yesterday), there has been a lot of confusion as to whether it should be implemented since the government has yet to issue proper Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR).

It’s painful to see what Hyundai has done with the Elantra. From a world-beating compact sedan that had the Japanese almost beat down pat, it’s now good as gone; plummeting into obscurity just as quickly as it rose to fame. It’s the automotive equivalent of being a K-Pop one-hit wonder. It was classy, sexy, and original. Now, it’s simply overpriced, unoriginal, and sadly, uninteresting.

Kenichi Yamamoto, the man who led a team at Mazda to produce the world’s first commercially viable rotary engine and later served as its President and Chairman has died. He was 95.

DTI, Body Makers Settle on Standardized Modern PUV Dimensions

The Automotive Body Manufacturers Association of the Philippines or ABMAP has revealed certain design concepts of the proposed “Eco PUV”—the proposed replacement of the ageing jeepneys under the government’s PUV Modernization program.

Hyundai Asia Resources Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai vehicles in the Philippines, registered a positive year-to-date growth in Passenger Car (PC) and Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) sales, growing by 12 percent from 30,469 units sold in January-November 2016 to 34,025 units sold in January-November 2017.

As part of its commitment to improve the overall Ford ownership experience, Ford Philippines recently held its annual cross-dealership skills enhancement tournament, which aims to promote talents, skills, and capabilities among dealership personnel through practical and technical competition to better serve customers.

Havoline Awards Vespa Scooter to True Power from Within Promo

Havoline motor oils, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), recently awarded Pauline Rose Temana with a brand-new Vespa scooter as the grand prize winner of its True Power from Within promo.

Würth Buys Lubricants Giant Liqui Moly

German machinery and lubricants giant, the Würth Group has just announced that it is taking over the lubricant brand Liqui Moly effective January 1, 2018.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) extends its innovative ways beyond motoring by building its first community of creatives via the recently concluded Hyundai Digital Art Competition.

Top 5 Picks for 2017

It’s almost the end of the year and that means it’s time for CarGuide.PH’s annual Top 5 Picks. Before revealing this year’s best, now would be a great time to look at the previous winners (2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011). Regular readers know that our Top 5 Picks is done differently from anyone else. Instead of categorizing and sub-categorizing them (sometimes conveniently to make a brand win), we simply lump everything together.

New Isuzu mu-X Euro 4 with Blue Power Diesel Engine [ADVERTORIAL]

As the country’s number one commercial vehicle brand based TMA-CAMPI reports, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) has played a significant role in the Philippines. They developed and supported various industries by providing trusted vehicles and world-class diesel engines. Embodying their corporate slogan, “Your Responsible Partner”, they continue to provide a proud legacy of customer service, employee satisfaction, and social responsibility while also contributing to nation building.

Christmas and New Year’s are almost here, and everyone is excited not just about the celebrations but also about having some time off to be with loved ones and just take a break from the daily grind. Reunions and get-togethers are being organized and travel itineraries finalized, all in line with ensuring the perfect holiday break.

Toyota is gearing towards an electrified future as part of their next-decade (2020-2030) strategy. The Japanese carmaker is accelerating the development and launch of everything from hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), battery electric vehicles (BEVs), and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV).

2018 Toyota Yaris Receives 5-Star Safety Rating; Suzuki APV Cab Chassis Nets a Zero

The New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries or ASEAN NCAP released the results of 4 new crash tests done during the fourth quarter of 2017. These vehicles are the first in ASEAN NCAP’s new protocol for 2017-2020 which uses a single rating system that comprises Adult Occupancy Protection (50 percent) Child Occupant Protection 25 percent), and Safety Assist Technologies (25 percent).

A curious television crew and a single phone crew was all it took for one of the oldest Porsche 911s to return home to the Porsche Museum.

Christmas just around the corner, so wherever you’re headed this season, the mall for last-minute shopping, a get-together, or just trying to make your way home amidst the holiday frenzy, your vehicle breaking down should be the least of your worries.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the Philippines’ official distributor of Hyundai passenger and commercial (trucks and buses) vehicles, gears up in anticipation of the government’s intensified push for infrastructure in 2018. With its line of passenger cars, commercial, and special vehicles braced for a wide range of mobility and payload requirements, HARI underscores its role as the Filipino’s lifetime partner to success.

Big, comfortable, welcoming and amazingly protective, the Vespa GTS combines the elegantly urban and city soul with the vocation to travel and tourism that the big Vespa have always embodied.

21 Photos of the 2018 Toyota Yaris

Toyota Motor Philippines capped off their 2017 with a small media luncheon where they announced certain milestones including one that says they’re surpassing their entire 2016 performance by November 2017. With this, the Japanese carmaker is poised to sell more than 145,000 units by the year end.

Review: 2018 Honda Jazz RS

For the longest time, Jazz buyers would add a trunk badge that reads: “RS.” Whether that particular mod really adds five more horsepower is something best discussed for another day, but it just goes to show you that “Honda” and “sporty hatchback” sound like a match made in heaven. As Honda managed to get back into the sporty groove, they’ve begun to formally introduce the RS trim to the Filipino consumer. From the Mobilio to the Civic, and now the Jazz, here comes the Road Sailing (yes, that’s what it means) treatment.

A miniature car wash, about the size and shape of a popcorn machine, plays an important role at the Nissan Technical Center North America in Michigan. Equipped with a spinning brush that has vibrant blue bristles, this highly specialized machine allows engineers to test paint samples to make sure Nissan’s exterior paints hold up to the tough environment of automatic car washes.

Toyota Motor Philippines Brings in 2018 Land Cruiser Prado; Hikes Prices of Land Cruiser LC200 (w/ Specs)

After its launch at the Frankfurt International Motor Show last September, Toyota Motor Philippines has announced that the 2018 Land Cruiser Prado has arrived. Landing at Toyota showrooms nationwide, the new Land Cruiser Prado sees a tweaked design, higher-quality interior, and a carryover drivetrain.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, there’s a massive recall concerning defective Takata airbags. Supposed to save lives in the event of a devastating crash, these airbags could become potential grenades since their uncontrolled explosion could send shrapnel into the face of a vehicle’s occupants.

Ford Philippines recently welcomed the pioneer batch of graduates of its automotive technician scholarship program conducted in partnership with the Don Bosco Makati Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Center.

Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), continues to fortify its position as one of the country’s leading fuel brands with the opening of five new stations across the country in the last two months.

Pilipinas Taj Autogroup, Inc. (PTAJ), the exclusive distributor of Tata Motors, has opened their tenth dealership. This new dealership, operated by Auto Ten Trade and Services offers the Indian’s full line of passenger cars, trucks, and buses and is located in Isabela Province.

Mazda’s decision to add a three-row crossover seems to have paid off in a very big way in their home country of Japan. The Hiroshima-based carmaker has just reported that its CX-8 is now their best-seller with reservations hitting three times the monthly sales plan.

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