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August 28, 2018

Car Registration Fees May Go Up 5 Percent in 2019

Private car owners won’t be getting a break from the Duterte Administration any time soon. With the TRAIN Law already making the price of new vehicles and fuel much more expensive than before, the Department of Financing is now toying with the idea of increasing Motor Vehicle registration fees starting next year.

Being a loyal Mitsubishi owner sure does have its perks and this time, you can get additional discount if you’re in the market for a brand-new Montero Sport.

Kia, through distributor Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC) is finding fun and innovative ways to spread the word on the benefits of regular Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS).

Peugeot is now singing a different tune. After trying to go against the likes of Subaru and Mazda, they’re now going upmarket; basically, filling the white space between mainstream and premium brands—a gap left wide open with Volkswagen’s decision to go south with their pricing. It’s a ballsy move for sure, but one that suits the unconventional French brand. Leading the charge is the Peugeot 3008—the 2017 European Car of the Year and one of the finest compact crossovers of any price point available today.

Experiencing Central Luzon in the Volkswagen Santana, Lavida, and Tiguan

The Philippines has declared August as “buwan ng wika,” a month-long celebration of the Filipino language. Of course, it’s only fitting that Volkswagen, a brand revitalized with a more affordable roster of vehicles, brought its Santana, Lavida, and Tiguan on its first-ever road trip through Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, and Bulacan.

The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) brings back the biennial Philippine International Motor Show or PIMS.

Worldbex Services International, the country’s leading events and expositions organizer in the Philippines, presents the highly-anticipated return of the Visayas’s biggest automotive event: the Cebu Auto Show (CAS). Conceived as a regional installment of the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), CAS is now on its 11th year and unites the Visayas markets’ top automotive companies and distributors for 3 days in September.

The Bugatti Divo is Made for Corners

Modern Bugatti hypercars, be it the Chiron or its predecessor, the Veyon are chastised for being only good in a straight-line. Well, that’s all set to change with the Divo—a Bugatti made for corners.

Actress Liza Soberano joins the Mitsubishi Motors Philippines (MMPC) family as the official face of the Mirage G4 sedan.

Ford brings out a special edition of its Ford GT supercar that honors the legendary American Gulf Oil-sponsored Ford GT40 that won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1968.

Your eyes aren’t deceiving you: Porsche just unveiled a unique one-of-one 2018 993-era 911. A restoration project known only as “Project Gold,” it brings a 1998 Porsche 911 Turbo back to life 20 years later.

Tips for a Worry-Free Car Ride with Pets

The month of August marks two important occasions for pet lovers: August 8 was International Cat Day and this Sunday, August 26, is International Dog Day. If you have some plans to take your four-leg friends out for a ride to the beach or a change of atmosphere, Chevrolet has some tips for you and your little (or big) buddies for a smoother, safer but happiest trip.

Petron Activates Lakbay Alalay for National Heroes Day Weekend

The country honors our heroes with a public holiday every last Monday of August which, for this year, falls on August 27. This long weekend is a welcome break for urban dwellers, and presents an opportunity to take a quick road trip to nearby holiday destinations.

During his opening speech that commemorated the launch of the refreshed 2018 Honda HR-V, Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) President Mr. Noriyuki Takakura stressed the importance of crossovers and SUVs to Honda’s line-up in the country.

Do you remember the Nissan Terra? We certainly hope that you do. Months after its regional launch last May, Nissan Philippines says customers will finally get their hands on their mid-sized 7-seater SUV.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. introduces the refreshed 2018 HR-V which goes on sale August 24. Building upon the nameplate’s flexible utility and convenience elements, the updated HR-V features a modern, sporty style and advanced technology features including the availability of a RS variant for the first time.

2019 Hyundai Elantra Isn't Just Edgy, It's All Triangles (w/ 15 Photos)

Do you like triangles? Well, if yes, then you’ll certainly like the new Hyundai Elantra. Undergoing the knife for the 2019 model year, Hyundai’s compact car gets an extensively re-designed interior, tweaked interior, and much more safety features than ever before.

Cebuanos are in for a treat as Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru brings world-renowned precision stunt driver Russ Swift to the Queen City of the South, Cebu, for the first-time ever this Friday, August 24 to Sunday, August 26.

UPDATED: 2019 Ford EcoSport to Arrive by End of August?

UPDATE: The official launch story is here (8/29).

During the first week of August, Ford Philippines announced the extension of discounts on the EcoSport, Ranger, and Everest. Sifting through the promo details reveal one peculiar thing: the promotion, particularly for the EcoSport ends on August 23. As promotions go, that’s a pretty odd date to end it (typically it’s at the middle or end of every month) so naturally, it got us thinking: is Ford Philippines about to introduce a refreshed EcoSport?

The world’s ultimate tough guy and action hero extraordinaire Chuck Norris stars in a new ad for Toyota aptly titled, “Tough as Chuck.”

Australia is wild about pick-up trucks. Some race them on the track, while some, well, they go to something more extreme. Meet the Isuzu Concept X—a pair of one-of vehicles based off the D-Max pick-up and its SUV sibling, the mu-X.

When you think of the most profitable carmakers in the world, you’d immediately think of Toyota or Ford or Hyundai or even Tesla. The thing is, Suzuki is actually the world’s most profitable carmaker according to the consulting firm Ernst & Young (EY).

Hyundai is going into the autonomous driving game and they’ve shown that it works. Recently, the Korean carmaker has completed South Korea’s first-ever highway journey with an autonomously navigated truck.

Review: 2018 Subaru Outback 3.6R-S EyeSight

Subaru has always worn quirkiness on its sleeve. Although its more recent offerings are now on the verge of becoming mainstream, they’re still quite some ways away from the Corollas and CR-Vs of the world. Take the Outback: Subaru’s unique twist on the executive vehicle segment. While the Legacy is available for more conservative folk, the Outback pretty much exemplifies what the Pleaides brand has gone for: a loveable oddball that appeals to the thinking set.

The Petron FlatOut Series (Petron FORS) was greeted by another rain-soaked race day when it visited the Clark International Speedway last August 11. But with the last two events also run in these conditions, the 104 racers that showed up for Round 6 were now ready to slug it out in the rain.

Volkswagen Philippines to Launch Automatic-Equipped, Wagon-Bodied Santana this November

With customer inquiries at record highs, more and more people are starting to consider Volkswagen as their next new car. Interest is high among their new nameplates—Santana, Lavida, and Tiguan, and this has prompted Volkswagen Philippines to introduce new variants by November.

Breyton Wheels, now exclusively distributed in the Philippines by Concept One will be bringing Engineer Edmund Breyton, the founder and owner of the aftermarket wheels that carry his name on Wednesday, August 22, 2018.

The largest gathering of Porsche in Southeast Asia commemorated the brand’s 70th anniversary. Dubbed Sportscar Together Day (SCTD), more than 300 Porsche cars arrived and thousands came to the event at Show DC Oasis Arena in Bangkok, Thailand.

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August 28, 2018

Car Registration Fees May Go Up 5 Percent in 2019

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Meet Enzy & Friends, Kia Philippines's Way to Remind You About PMS

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August 27, 2018

Experiencing Central Luzon in the Volkswagen Santana, Lavida, and Tiguan

7th Philippine International Motor Show 2018 Gears Up

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August 26, 2018

The Bugatti Divo is Made for Corners

Liza Soberano is the New Face of the Mitsubishi Mirage G4

Ford Pays Tribute to Le Mans Winning Ford GT40 with Special Heritage Edition

Porsche is Ready to Restore the Last of the Air-cooled 911s

August 25, 2018

Tips for a Worry-Free Car Ride with Pets

August 24, 2018

Petron Activates Lakbay Alalay for National Heroes Day Weekend

Honda Cars Philippines Sees Strong SUV Sales in 2018

Much-Awaited Nissan Terra Arrives in Philippines

Refreshed 2018 Honda HR-V Arrives in the Philippines (w/ 15 Photos, Specs)

August 23, 2018

2019 Hyundai Elantra Isn't Just Edgy, It's All Triangles (w/ 15 Photos)

Russ Swift to Perform in Cebu for the First Time

August 22, 2018

UPDATED: 2019 Ford EcoSport to Arrive by End of August?

Watch Chuck Norris Lend his Action Star Prowess to the Toyota Tacoma

The Isuzu Concept X Duo Can Eat Tough Terrains for Breakfast

Suzuki is the World's Most Profitable Carmaker

Hyundai Successfully Tests Self-Driving Truck

August 21, 2018

Review: 2018 Subaru Outback 3.6R-S EyeSight

Petron FlatOut Race Series Blazes Through Rain-Hit Round 6

August 20, 2018

Volkswagen Philippines to Launch Automatic-Equipped, Wagon-Bodied Santana this November

Breyton Wheels Owner and Founder to Visit the Philippines

Porsche Celebrates 70 Years with "Sportscar Together Day"