After selling almost 5,000 examples during its three-year run, Honda Cars Philippines is poised to introduce the refreshed 2018 HR-V compact crossover by the end of the month.
August 1, 2018
Honda Set to Introduce 2018 HR-V
After selling almost 5,000 examples during its three-year run, Honda Cars Philippines is poised to introduce the refreshed 2018 HR-V compact crossover by the end of the month.
SsangYong Philippines Refreshes Tivoli and Tivoli XLV for 2018 (w/ Specs)
SsangYong Berjaya Motor Philippines (SBMP), the exclusive distributor of SsangYong vehicles and parts in the country, introduces two new offerings to herald its expansion drive to reach more customers this year.
Chevrolet Shows Off Refreshed 2019 Spark
Chevrolet showed of the refreshed 2019 Spark in Korea (after showing it off for the North American market last April) showcasing a new design identity with modernized styling and upgraded safety and convenience features.
Travel First-Class with the New Foton Toano Limousine (w/ 11 Photos)
Is traffic getting you down? Do you wish you could turn your everyday commute into something that resembles first-class travel? Well, it can now be a reality with the new Foton Toano Limousine.
Nissan Expands to Over 30 Dealerships Nationwide
Committed to bringing innovative mobility solutions to a wider audience, Nissan has opened two new dealerships in Taytay, Rizal and Camarines Sur. These are the latest additions to the Japanese automaker’s steadily growing network, with over 30 dealerships in the Philippines.
July 31, 2018
Second Batch of Honda Civic Type Rs Arrive in Philippines
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. announces that a second batch of the Civic Type R has finally arrived here in the country. Customers can visit any of the 38 Honda Car Dealerships nationwide starting September 1, 2018 to see the iconic Japanese hot hatch.
Review: 2018 Isuzu mu-X 1.9 RZ4E 4x2 LS-A
The downsizing trend has finally hit Isuzu. Known for their relaxed, high-displacement diesel engines, Isuzu has been a hold out in this global trend. Alas, the reign of its 2.5-liter 4JK-1 is finally over and in its place comes the 1.9-liter RZ4E. Naturally, opting for such a small engine—one that displaces a mere 1,898 cc—presents certain challenges, the biggest of which concerns power-hungry Filipinos. Will it have enough grunt to satisfy your need for speed; let alone carry the mu-X’s rather hefty frame? A two-week drive beckons to answer those questions.
Porsche Unveils 2019 Macan: Can You Spot the Differences? (w/ Video)
Porsche has just unveiled the new Macan compact SUV in Shanghai, and you’re looking at it. In typical Porsche fashion this update is more evolutionary than revolutionary and you’ll actually be hard-pressed to tell spot the differences. Give up? Well, it’s because the changes happen at the back.
Driving with Your Conduction Sticker May Soon be a Thing of the Past
There’s still a backlog of number plates over at the LTO (some dating all the way back to 2016), but that doesn’t mean they can’t dream big.
July 30, 2018
UPDATED: Did the DOTr Just Say It's Okay to Do the #InMyFeelings Challenge?
Okay, so a few days ago, the US-based National Transportation Safety Board—the same agency that investigates airplane crashes issued a statement stating the rather obvious dangers of doing the #InMyFeelings Challenge. Now, the Philippine-based Department of Transportation (DOTr) has done the same. However, something seems to have been lost in translation:
What’s the Secret Behind the Ford Ranger Raptor’s P 300,000 Shock Absorbers?
The biggest ace up the Ranger Raptor’s sleeve is its Fox shock absorber system. It’s the one responsible for giving this pick-up truck the ability to drive over rough roads at very high speeds (think 160 km/h) and yet give it on-road comfort and stability that beats everything else in its class.
Adventurer Drives Nissan Leaf from Poland to Japan
After two months of driving the new Nissan Leaf 13,000 kilometers from Poland, adventurer and explorer Marek Kamiński arrived at Dongfeng Nissan’s Intelligent Mobility Experience Center in Beijing last July 16.
Foton Begins Rolling Out Modern PUVs
In time for the government’s Public Utility Vehicle Modernization program, Foton Philippines is also rolling out its own Foton Jeepney.
July 29, 2018
Agency Responsible for Plane Crash Investigation Warns Against #InMyFeelings Challenge
If you watch a lot of Air Crash Investigation, you certainly will know what the NTSB is. But if you don’t, that acronym stands for The National Transportation Safety Board. It’s a US-based government investigative agency responsible for civil transportation investigation. They typically deal in big ticket stuff—airplane crashes and all that, but today, they’re also warning people against jumping out of a moving car and dancing to Drake.
July 27, 2018
San Juan City Implements "Anti-Idling Ordinance"
People who like to frequent the Greenhills area (or any part of San Juan City) should take note: there’s now an Anti-Idling Ordinance in effect in the city.
Alfa Romeo, Audi Designer to Head Mitsubishi Advanced Design
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation today announced that Alessandro Dambrosio is set to join MMC as Executive Design Director of Advanced Design. He will lead teams at three design studios - Okazaki, Tokyo in Japan, and Frankfurt in Germany. He will report directly to Tsunehiro Kunimoto, Corporate Vice President of Design Devision.
Hyundai Philippines to Expand 30-Minute Fast Track Service to More Dealers
The Fast Track Service of Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) promises vehicle owners complete preventive maintenance service (PMS) in 30 minutes, or the service is provided for free.
July 26, 2018
First Drive: 2019 Ford Ranger Raptor (w/ Specs, Video)
The Australian Outback—a harsh, unforgiving dingo eat dingo world. Stretching some 160,000 square kilometers, it’s untouched, raw, brutal—the sort of environment where only the toughest survive. It’s here, in a relatively small 4,000-square kilometer patch up in Northern Territory that the Ranger Raptor is given its first shakedown.
Toyota Supra Chief Engineer Reveals Insights on Upcoming All-New Supra
The first Supra model was produced in 1978, and 40 years later the hotly anticipated, all-new fifth-generation model has been revealed in prototype form. It’s been experienced dynamically at the famous Goodwood Festival of Speed hill course and showcased statically at a special invite-only event for Supra enthusiasts.
Mercedes-Benz Offers Low Downpayment on CLA, GLA, and GLC Models
The top-selling premium car brand in the Philippines is making luxury much more affordable this month with downpayment schemes as low as P 279,000 on selected models.
July 25, 2018
UPDATED: Ford Philippines Has An Important Warning to Would-Be Ranger Raptor Buyers
UPDATE: Ford has now officially opened the Ranger Raptor order books (8/2).
We’re inching every bit closer to the launch of the much-anticipated Ford Ranger Raptor for the Philippine market (you can read our First Drive). But before that, we’d like to share a Public Service Announcement or PSA with you.
Mazda Car Clubs Unite for Zoom Fest
Over 40 Mazda show cars will vie for this year’s top prize at the Revolution 2: The All-Mazda Autofest car show happening the whole day of Saturday, July 28, 2018 at the Mazda Zoom Fest display along 9th Avenue, Bonifacio High Street, BGC, Taguig City.
Ford Ranger Delivers Record First-Half Sales Across Asia Pacific in 2018
The Ford Ranger pickup truck has continued its success in Asia Pacific in 2018 with record sales through the first six months, increasing almost 9 percent year-over-year to 69,103 vehicles.
Tony Stark Just Swapped His Exotic Cars for This Hyundai Kona
Kona in Hawaii is known as the site for the Ironman World Championship—a world-renowned triathlon race that tests strength and endurance. Yet, Hyundai decided to partner with a different Iron Man when it wanted to come up with a limited-edition Kona sub-compact SUV.
Championship Battle Tightens at Petron FlatOut Race Series Round 5
With half of the 2018 season now done, the battles in the Petron FlatOut Race Series (Petron FORS) are really tightening up as the country’s premier grassroots motorsports event returned to the Batangas Racing Circuit (BRC) last July 14.
July 24, 2018
Mazda x First/We/Drive Collection to Debut at Zoom Fest 2018
This weekend, passion for cars and the arts come together as Mazda Philippines is set to reveal the new Mazda Collection merchandise at the Zoom Fest 2018 happening at the BGC.
Separating Fact from Fiction: The Truth About Ceramic Coating
Ceramic coating has become the latest buzzword in the world of automotive detailing. Often marketed as the ultimate in paint protection, it has replaced automotive film (aka wraps or foils) as the go-to for the obsessive-compulsive car owner. The problem is, some detailers have begun to oversell it (exaggerated Facebook videos and posts don’t help) and as such, is creating a big hype around ceramic coating. But is it all worth it?
Review: 2018 Volkswagen Santana 1.4 MPI Trendline MT
Six hundred eighty six thousand pesos doesn’t get you much car these days. A second-hand car is possible, but for those who want something new, the choices are limited. You can’t even get an entry-level Kia Rio or Hyundai Accent at those prices, much less something like a Honda City; only the bottom-rung Nissan Almera and Toyota Vios are available, and goodness, they’re pretty much penalty boxes with wheels. But, lo and behold, there’s one new entry that’s pretty much shaken the sub-compact genre and it comes from an unlikely source: Volkswagen. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the 2018 Volkswagen Santana.
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