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February 6, 2018

Hyundai Can't Contain Excitement; Releases First Images of All-New Santa Fe

Hyundai Motor unveils its first images of the next-generation Santa Fe which will be making its world premiere in the next few days. The Korean carmaker’s largest passenger car offering, it represents Hyundai’s strong SUV heritage and continues its global success story.

There was much ado about the Subaru EyeSight during its launch in Singapore last month. Seeing as how this is already the third-generation of the EyeSight to launch, with some regions having already enjoyed it as a dealer option, there is a level of expectation, considering Subaru’s claims that it has been tested in most—if not all—Southeast Asian countries where the brand is currently distributed.

One in three Southeast Asian consumers planning to buy a car are open to purchasing an electric vehicle or EV, a Nissan-commissioned study shows. The study, done by Frost & Sullivan, a global consulting company, demonstrates the region’s strong potential to speed up electrification of mobility.

Mitsubishi Xpander Scores 4 out 5 Stars in ASEAN NCAP; MMPC Announces VIP Preview Night

The ASEAN New Car Assessment Program or NCAP released data on the upcoming Mitsubishi Xpander MPV. The organization, which aims to enhance safety standards, raise consumer awareness, and encourage a market for safer vehicles in the Southeast Asian (ASEAN) region scored the Xpander with a 4 out of 5-star rating.

Despite having a quiet year with no new vehicle offerings in the market (or even minor updates at that), Ford Philippines managed to cap off 2017 with a record-breaking 36,623 units sold. It marks the best year ever for the American carmaker. This year, Ford aims to continue that stellar growth by launching not one, not two, but seven new vehicles for the Philippine market.

Shown at the 45th Tokyo Motor Show 2017, the Mazda Vision Coupe has been named as the Most Beautiful Concept Car of the Year at the 33rd Festival Automobile International held in Paris, France.

Morris Garages Philippines (MG Philippines) opens 2018 by launching a compact SUV that carries the British brand’s new design language: the 2018 MG ZS.

Ford Philippines capped off the tenth year of its Driving Skills for Life (DSFL) program by expanding its presence and reaching close to 3,000 private and public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers nationwide.

UPDATED: Ford Ranger Raptor is Launching on February 7; Manila Launch Coming Sooner Than Expected

UPDATE: Here is the link to the full launch story (2/8).

Ford fans, better buckle up. It’s three days before the launch of Asia Pacific’s first-ever Ford Performance vehicle: the Ranger Raptor. Sibling to the F-150 Raptor and inspired by Baja-racing, the Ranger Raptor is making its debut in the Kingdom of Thailand on February 7, 2018.

In a lead up to the Nissan Futures event in Singapore, Nissan commissioned Frost & Sullivan, a global consulting company to conduct a study focusing on the slow adoption and acceptance of EV technology in the Southeast Asia region.

When it comes to global environmental leadership, the number of vehicles that customers buy around the world have a greater impact than the number of concept cars launched at motor shows. Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced that it reached a major milestone in annual sales of electrified powertrains in 2017 with over 1.52 million sold worldwide.

Chevrolet Philippines Boards TRAIN; Announces New Prices Effective February

The TRAIN stops for no one. After holding out last January, The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCI), the exclusive distributor of Chevrolet vehicles in the country has finally released their new vehicle prices taking into account the revised new vehicle excise tax.

BMW Philippines Releases Vehicle Prices Inclusive of New Excise Tax

San Miguel Asia Carmakers Corporation (SMAC), the new entity that exclusively distributes BMW automobiles and motorcycles in the country has announced their new official prices inclusive of TRAIN. Effective this month, their new price list also lists the two variants (and of course, prices) of the upcoming all-new X3 which is slated to launch on February 9.

I’m no stranger to the 2018 Honda CR-V. After sampling the 1.6 SX Diesel last year, I loved it. It may not be the most beautiful looking or fastest compact crossover out there, but it’s certainly the best all-rounder. It has comfort, flexibility, frugality—key attributes that would normally be on top of a would-be buyer’s list. It’s so good that I named it as my Top Pick of 2017.

In its commitment to fuel the many journeys of Filipinos, leading independent oil company Phoenix Petroleum has started upgrading its stations nationwide to a new and better look.

Pagani to Enter Philippine Market Under Autohub Group of Companies

Is the Philippines ready for a nine-digit (at least one hundred million pesos) supercar? Well, wonder no more as Pagani is set to enter the market under the Autohub Group of Companies.

Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi cemented its position as one of the world’s biggest automotive alliance by selling a combined total of 10,608,366 units in the 12 months to December 31, 2017.

Suzuki Philippines (SPH) celebrates another successful year packed with strong sales performance and ushers in another exciting year with a gathering of its growing Team Suzuki Philippines (TSP) family.

Nissan Philippines is on an SUV offensive by updating two of their local offerings for 2018. The smallest (Juke) and largest (Patrol Royale) receives updates coming into this month that adds style, convenience, and value.

Volkswagen Philippines Brings In New Golf GTS Variant for 2018

Volkswagen Philippines is now offering a new variant of its best-selling Golf GTS sports wagon, the Highline, to jump start 2018.

Last year was a record year for Bermaz Auto Philippines (BAP), the official distributor of Mazda vehicles and parts in the country. Selling 5,244 units in the full calendar year of 2017, it represents a 28 percent increase in sales compared to the same period in 2016. It is, in fact, Mazda’s best year in terms of sales since BAP took over the Mazda distributorship five years ago.

Nissan Philippines Increases Vehicle Prices Due to Excise Tax

Nissan Philippines joins the growing list of car companies that have formally announced their new SRP (Suggested Retail Price) taking into account the revised new vehicle excise tax. And like other carmakers, the passage of TRAIN means an increase throughout the line-up, including (surprisingly) the Navara pickup truck.

Forget the Mirage siblings, the Montero Sport is Mitsubishi’s bread-and-butter model in the Philippines. Shifting close to 20,000 units of them last year, the futuristic robot-like styling has become a regular sight on the roads. Above all, it’s opened up the mid-sized SUV category to people who wouldn’t consider them in the first place; people who would usually want something sleek or easy to drive. A week behind the top-of-the-line Montero Sport 4WD GT reveals this: it’s the 7-seater SUV that offers surprisingly good on-road manners, a well-thought-of safety package, and excellent value.

HARI Foundation, Inc. (HFI) President, Ma. Fe Perez-Agudo, joined peers and fellow Gawad Kalinga (GK) supporters at the 5th Global Social Business Summit, with the theme “Scaling Towards Social Progress” at the Hyundai Center for Green Innovation located in GK Enchanted Farm in Angat, Bulacan.

6 Ways the 2018 Volvo XC40 Proves It's Designed Around You (w/ Video)

With a company slogan that reads “Designed Around You”, Volvo Cars is proud of putting people ahead when it comes to their design and engineering. The lovely 2018 XC40, the Swedish carmaker’s first foray into the premium small crossover market is a perfect example of that.

Asian Honda Motor Co., Ltd., the regional headquarters of Honda in the Asia & Oceania (A&O) region, announced that they achieved their best-ever automobile sales in 2017 in the A&O region with retail sales reaching 793,636 units, a 12 percent increase from 2016 sales volume of 707,951 units. Honda also set all-time annual sales records in five countries, which are Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Taiwan, and Pakistan.

True to the ethos of delivering unrivaled quality service and expertise, Aston Martin Manila organized the inaugural Aston Martin Track Day for the Aston Martin Owners Club – Manila (AMOC-Manila) members at the Clark International Speedway.

This Traditional Japanese Inn Fixes Your Mess

Staying at a ryokan is the best way to experience traditional Japanese hospitality. Typically featuring tatami (woodened board) floors and communal baths, guests sleep on futons spread out on the floor. But Nissan is giving one ryokan the modern twist by adding a dash of their ProPILOT Park technology.

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February 6, 2018

Hyundai Can't Contain Excitement; Releases First Images of All-New Santa Fe

EXCLUSIVE: On Manila's Roads with Subaru EyeSight

50 Percent of Filipino Car Buyers Are Open to Buying Electric Vehicles

February 5, 2018

Mitsubishi Xpander Scores 4 out 5 Stars in ASEAN NCAP; MMPC Announces VIP Preview Night

Ford Philippines Confirms 7 New Models to Arrive in 2018

Mazda's Vision Coupe is Named Most Beautiful Concept Car of the Year

MG Philippines Launches 2018 MG ZS

For Ford, Safety Begins with Proper Driver Education

February 4, 2018

UPDATED: Ford Ranger Raptor is Launching on February 7; Manila Launch Coming Sooner Than Expected

Nissan Study Says Southeast Asia is Slow to Adopt EV Technology

Toyota Sold 1.52 Million Electrified Vehicles in 2017

February 3, 2018

Chevrolet Philippines Boards TRAIN; Announces New Prices Effective February

February 2, 2018

BMW Philippines Releases Vehicle Prices Inclusive of New Excise Tax

6 Things You Learn About the Honda CR-V on a Road Trip

Phoenix Petroleum Updates Service Stations with New Look

February 1, 2018

Pagani to Enter Philippine Market Under Autohub Group of Companies

Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance Hits Record Sales in 2017; Mitsubishi Philippines Ranks 6th in Global Market Sales

Suzuki Shares Milestones with Growing Team Suzuki Philippines Club

Nissan Philippines Beefs Up SUV Line-Up by Updating Patrol Royale and Juke for 2018

January 31, 2018

Volkswagen Philippines Brings In New Golf GTS Variant for 2018

This is Mazda's Best Selling Car for 2017

January 30, 2018

Nissan Philippines Increases Vehicle Prices Due to Excise Tax

Review: 2018 Mitsubishi Montero Sport 4WD GT

HARI Foundation, Gawad Kalinga Explore New Approaches Toward Shared Prosperity

January 29, 2018

6 Ways the 2018 Volvo XC40 Proves It's Designed Around You (w/ Video)

Honda Achieves Best Auto Sales Record in Asia & Oceania Region in 2017

Aston Martin Owner's Club Holds First Track Day

January 27, 2018

This Traditional Japanese Inn Fixes Your Mess