Committed to bringing excellent customer experience with the brand, Nissan upgraded its Cabanatuan dealership with its newest global retail visual identity.
March 21, 2019
Cabanatuan is Now Nissan-fied
Committed to bringing excellent customer experience with the brand, Nissan upgraded its Cabanatuan dealership with its newest global retail visual identity.
March 20, 2019
Holy Hell! The Chevrolet Camaro's Coming Back to the Philippines
Just when you thought Chevrolet Philippines was happy enough with bringing the Corvette to local shores, they’ve dropped the bomb and revealed that their iconic muscle car, the Camaro, is destined for a comeback. Mark your calendars because it’s happening in April at the Manila International Auto Show.
Being an Isuzu Loyalist Has Its Rewards
If you’ve been happy with your Isuzu vehicles all these years, why not assure yourself of an even more delightful motoring experience in the future with one of the world’s most trusted and reliable vehicle brands?
What in the World is WLTP?!
If you’ve taken in enough Geneva Motor Show news in the past few weeks, eagle-eyed readers will notice that carmakers have begun quoting their fuel mileage using WLTP. What exactly is this new fuel mileage standard and how does this differ from previous testing methods?
Mazda Philippines and AAP Renew Commitment to Driver Development
Bermaz Auto Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Mazda vehicles and parts in the country, and the Automobile Association Philippines, the country’s oldest and biggest auto club, renew their partnership to train, develop and discover young drivers in the field of motorsports.
Is J&T Express Foton Philippines's Biggest Fleet Customer?
Foton Motor Philippines continues to entice a growing number of companies to switch to the country’s third best-selling truck brand. One such customer is PT Global Jet Express, commonly known as J&T Express.
Hyundai Introduces New Platform That's Safer, Sportier, and More Efficient
Hyundai is trickling information about the all-new 2020 Sonata which marks its start of sale (in the U.S., at least) at the end of the month.
The Ultimate Luxury SUV, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan Arrives in Manila
Almost a year after its global debut, the Rolls-Royce of SUV has finally landed in the Philippines. The Cullinan, dubbed the Most Luxurious SUV in the World, will enable Rolls-Royce to tap a new breed of customer: those who demand the ultimate in luxury while traversing the most challenging terrain.
March 19, 2019
Nissan Philippines Appoints New President and Managing Director
Nissan announced the appointment of Atsushi Najima as the new president and managing director for Nissan Philippines, effective April 01, 2019. Atsushi will report to Vincent Wijnen, senior vice president for sales and for marketing at Nissan Asia & Oceania.
Mazda Philippines Lets You Save Big Until End of March 2019
7 Things You Need to Know About the Child Restraint Act
Last February 22, 2019, President Rodrigo Duterte signed Republic Act 11229 or “An Act Providing for the Special Protection of Child Passengers in Motor Vehicles and Appropriating Funds Thereof.” You can check the signed copy of the law below, but it’s worth noting that it’s fairly close to the bicameral version of the bill passed last December 2018.
The 2020 Ford Explorer's Tires are Nail and Screw Proof
Ford says its all-new 2020 Explorer’s tires are nail and screw-proof. The reason? It comes with self-sealing tires which are standard on high-trim models like the Platinum and Limited Hybrid.
Review: 2019 Isuzu mu-X RZ4E LS A/T
The Asian Utility Vehicle or AUV has a special place in the Filipino family’s heart. For decades, it’s been the quintessential “practical car.” Alas, the country’s shift to Euro 4 emissions last year meant the end of the road for these 7-, 8-, or even 10-seaters. Without a direct replacement, AUV buyers had to settle for something smaller like a small MPV, while car companies heavily reliant on them, like Isuzu, saw overall sales nosedive almost 45 percent. In the intersection of buyers’ clamor and Isuzu’s need to prop up their numbers, the inevitable happened. The result is the 2019 Isuzu mu-X LS A/T—the mid-sized SUV that’s priced like an AUV.
March 18, 2019
Vehicle Importers Sales Rebound in February, Posts 12 Percent Year-on-Year Growth
The Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors, Inc. or AVID posted a healthy 12 percent year-on-year growth in sales for the month of February 2019 reaching 7,876 units from last year’s 7,017 units. The growth, AVID says, was driven by increased consumer spending and the launch of new and exciting products.
There's a Way to Save 20 Percent on PMS Parts and Labor on a Hyundai Reina
Last February 2019, Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc., (HARI) marked an industry first by opting to market its Reina sub-compact sedan directly through O Shopping—a TV and online shopping network. At the time, HARI said that they won’t be selling cars directly on O Shopping, but will merely use the network to highlight the various features of its newest sub-compact sedan. But, in a twist worthy of home shopping networks, there’s more, way more.
Here's Your List of Car Brands at the 2019 Manila International Auto Show
With the 2019 Manila International Auto Show around just two weeks away, it’s interesting to see which brands are present and which ones are not. Since we happen to see a copy of the floor plan, we can tell you for sure which brands will be displaying their wares this April 4 to 7, 2019 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.
Jeep Philippines Talks About Diesel Wranglers, Gladiator Pickup Truck
The Wrangler has been a very strong seller for Jeep dealer CATS Motors since its Philippine market debut in 2010. With the JK, as the third-generation model is referred to, replaced by the all-new fourth-generation JL last week, we had to get the low-down on the possibility of seeing the diesel variants on local roads once more, and even possibly, the Gladiator pickup truck.
Is Mitsubishi Coming Up with a Hotter Version of the Strada?
Mitsubishi is wasting no time bringing out a sportier version of their recently-launched Strada / TRITON / L200 pickup truck. Headlining their display at the 40th Bangkok International Motor Show at the end of March is what the Japanese carmaker says is, “a car ABSOLUTELY Beyond Tough.” [All caps emphasis is Mitsubishi’s, not ours).
March 15, 2019
The 2019 Nissan Navara N-Warrior is Dressed to Thrill (w/ 9 Photos, Specs)
Nissan Philippines is now offering a bolder version of its Navara pickup truck with the introduction of the Navara N-Warrior Edition. Building from its success as one of the country’s best-selling pickup trucks, the Navara N-Warrior Edition brings stylish aesthetics upgrades.
Mazda Owners Enjoy Free Coffee at Shell Stations Until March 29, 2019
Great news to all Mazda owners: there’s a great way to perk your mornings with free coffee courtesy of Shell (see full list of participating stations below).
2019 Motul 300V Superfast a Success; Reveals Fastest Cars During the Event
The second staging of the Motul 300V Superfast event was a resounding success as the country’s fastest supercars and tuner cars took to the Clark International Speedway in a flurry of speed.
Hyundai Philippines Sales Surge 38.6 Percent in February 2019
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai vehicles in the Philippines reported strong sales for the first two months of 2019, selling 6,537 vehicles of a 16.2 percent increase over the same period in 2018.
The Jeep Renegade Just Got a P 200,000 Price Reduction
Auto Nation Group, the general distributor of Jeep vehicles in the Philippines announces a price reduction on its “baby” Jeep, the Renegade which is valid at all dealerships until the end of March 2019.
March 14, 2019
3 Things You Need to Know About the Ford Ranger's Powertrain
How do you take an already legendary workhorse like the Ford Ranger and make it even better? By equipping it with one of the most advanced powertrains in the world. After developing the new powertrain for the high-performance Ranger Raptor, Ford engineers knew they had something special and decided to make it available across the Ranger line-up. With improved quality, efficiency, and performance, the new powertrain is Ford engineering at its finest.
Foton is Now the Third Best-Selling Truck Brand in the Philippines
“Last year, I asked my team if getting into the top 10 auto brands is feasible. Sabi nila, kayang-kaya. And true enough, we were able to deliver. I am beyond grateful because my vision for Foton is now turning into reality,” said Foton Motor Philippines Inc. (FMPI) President Rommel Sytin.
Apparently, Nissan's Not Shouting At You When They Spell Leaf as "LEAF"
If you’ve been paying attention or at least glancing through a lot of Nissan news, chances are, you’ll notice that their all-electric vehicle, the Leaf, is always stylized as “LEAF.” While this sounds shouty to some keyboard warriors, there’s actually a reason Nissan’s spelling out the Leaf as the “LEAF.”
9 Tips to Help Survive Driving in the Dark
Driving after dark can be dangerous, with contributing factors such as compromised night vision, rush hour congestion, fatigue and impaired drivers tripling the risk of a fatal crash, according to safety experts.
15th Manila International Auto Show Slated from April 4 to 7, 2019
About a month from now, the 15th edition of the Manila International Auto Show or MIAS will open its doors once more at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. Slated for April 4 to 7, 2019, this year’s MIAS will have the theme of “Experience the Fun and Function,” highlighting the two primary reasons that compel people to visit a car show.
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