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April 13, 2019

Foton Philippines Prices 2019 Gratour iM6 MPV (w/ Specs)

Previewed last November 2018, Foton Philippines has finally priced the newest member of the Gratour family: the Foton Gratour iM6. As the flagship of the Gratour range, the iM6 is a decidedly more sophisticated and larger MPV and comes with standard features that can put most MPVs in this price range to shame.

When it comes to sub-compact cars, the all-new Nissan Versa (aka Almera) is candidate for receiving the most dramatic transformation. Nissan describes their new small sedan as “energetic, provocative, and engaging” and based on the photos, it does look pretty impressive.

The First Shipment of 2019 Honda Brios is Heading to the Philippines

With the all-new Honda Brio’s market launch just two weeks away, it’s understandable that Honda Cars Philippines is readying itself for potential buyers, and proof is this: the first export shipment is heading this way.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) has been awarded the 2018 Regional Distributor of the Year for Commercial Vehicles (CV) in the Asia-Pacific/Russia & Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region.

Remember the Honda Civic Type R, yes, the one with the face only Honda fanboys could love? Well, thankfully there’s a more tasteful Mugen treatment for Honda’s hot hatch and it’s the one with the best possibility of being offered locally as an aftermarket treatment.

Pilipinas Shell presented their newest brand ambassadors. According to the fuel giant, these ambassadors “are not just the faces of the Shell brands, but are living proof of the company’s commitment to their customers, as they relate their personal experience in using Shell’s products and services throughout the years.”

In Time for the Holy Week: Autosweep RFID Can Now Be Used on the TPLEX

Traveling up north this summer? There’s some good news: the Autosweep RFID can now be used on the TPLEX.

The world won’t have to wait long for Subaru to pull the wraps off its all-new 2020 Outback. In fact, a week to go before its global unveil, the Japanese automaker revealed a teaser photo.

The China-Market Chevrolet Trailblazer May Not be What You Think It Is

Chevrolet confirmed that they will be unveiling two new SUVs at the upcoming Auto Shanghai: the 2020 Trailblazer and 2020 Tracker. The Tracker has a strong chance of making it to the Philippines market, while the situation of the Trailblazer is a bit murky.

You can look at this as the opportunity of a lifetime or you can look at this as one of the nervous experiences you’ll ever face in your professional career. Giving a client the “walk-around” of his brand-new car is something sales professional do on a day-to-day basis, but it’s not everyday you present one in front of a motoring journalist with both the company’s president and marketing manager in tow.

Caltex is kicking off the Street Borne campaign for their Havoline brand of lubricants for motorcycles and scooters. The promo, valid at participating workshops, outlets, and service stations has a campaign-themed box with a see-through window revealing the Havoline oil and Street Borne cap.

Nissan Philippines is giving owners the chance to go the distance with free Shell fuel for five years. Yes, that’s not a typo—free Shell fuel for five years.

This April, The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), the exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet automobiles in the Philippines is offering its entire Colorado pickup truck line with a free Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS) package.

BMW Philippines is Cutting the Price of Its X1 by P 600,000 This April

Thinking of getting into the BMW brand for the first time? Well, BMW Philippines is offering a great entry into the world of sheer driving pleasure with special rates on its X1 and 1 Series this April.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) hit its 1 million-unit sales milestone this year. The company has been logging various milestones in its historical books and this particular achievement is deemed to be a highly memorable one. The company has been operating for over 55 straight years as an automotive manufacturing plant and distributor which remained in the country even in times of economic difficulties.

With criminality (and road rage) on the rise, some people have resorted to vehicle armoring to provide an extra layer of protection. A new entrant is Impenetra Armor Protective Systems based in Bacoor, Cavite.

The next-generation Hilux and the North American market full-sized Tundra / mid-sized Tacoma might be joined at the hip as Toyota moves to consolidate its platforms under the highly modular TNGA platform.

The popularity of high-trim variants like the Wildtrak and Raptor says a lot about how Filipinos treat pickup trucks. Instead of being something like a workhorse, they fulfill the role of status symbol. True enough, if one were to look at the number of spruced-up, decked-out Wildtraks out there, it can be surmised that the cargo bed won’t be seeing action anytime soon. So where does that leave lesser trim models?

Going on a long road trip this summer with your Subaru? Get peace of mind, and have it serviced before you do so. The best time may be to do it this April 8 to 27, 2019 since Subaru’s offering discount on parts and services.

Mitsubishi Confirms: L300 to Return with Euro-4 Compliant Engine

At the celebration of its one millionth vehicle sales in the country, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) announced that its venerable L300 is coming back to fulfill the need for a no-frills light-duty truck.

With consideration for the amount of time, money, and resources needed to develop sustainable mobility to help combat rising emissions and continuing to utilize currently available technology, Toyota announced today two measures related to its patents and technical knowledge to further promote the widespread use of electrified vehicles.

The all-new Mazda3 has captured the “Red Dot: Best of the Best” prize at the 2019 Red Dot product design awards.

Continuing its partnership with Marvel Studios, Petron Corporation is adding new Marvel’s Avengers: Endgame items to its Limited Edition collectibles.

If you wished the Nissan Almera could have a sportier style, you’re in luck. The Almera is the third model to benefit from Nissan Philippines’s locally done “N” brand. After the Juke N-Sport and Navara N-Warrior, here comes the 2019 Nissan Almera N-Sport.

Less than a month after Auto Nation Group launched the new-generation Jeep Wrangler JL, it’s now joined by the “ultimate” Rubicon variant. A surprise showcase at the Manila International Auto Show, the Wrangler Rubicon is available with two engines and two body styles, and is now available at all authorized Jeep dealers nationwide.

Proving that the Isuzu mu-X provides the power, comfort, and fuel efficiency needed for its drivers and passengers to enjoy epic, long drives, the country's first Isuzu mu-X club, the mu-X Owners of the Philippines (mu-X OP), successfully concluded a 3-day caravan, 1,300-km loop of central and northern Luzon last March 29 to 31.

Latest Concept One Wheels Used by Russ Swift at Stunt Show

Today is the last day to catch the Subaru Russ Swift Precision Driving show at the Manila International Auto Show.

That New Speed Limit? It's Just a Suggestion Says the MMDA

Hey guys, don’t hate the MMDA—remember the 60 km/h speed limit they suggested in lieu of safety on major roads around Metro Manila? They’re basically just a guide.

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April 13, 2019

Foton Philippines Prices 2019 Gratour iM6 MPV (w/ Specs)

The 2020 Nissan Almera Undergoes a Dramatic Transformation (w/ 11 Photos)

April 12, 2019

The First Shipment of 2019 Honda Brios is Heading to the Philippines

Hyundai Philippines Awarded as Top Regional Distributor for Commercial Vehicles

This is a Slightly Better Looking Honda Civic Type R Mugen

Meet the New Faces of Shell Fuels in the Philippines

April 11, 2019

In Time for the Holy Week: Autosweep RFID Can Now Be Used on the TPLEX

The 2020 Subaru Outback is Almost Upon Us

April 10, 2019

The China-Market Chevrolet Trailblazer May Not be What You Think It Is

I Have a Renewed Respect for Car Sales Professionals

Caltex Philippines Kicks Off Street Borne Promo for Havoline 4T Motorcycle Oil

Win 5 Years Worth of Shell Fuel When You Get a Nissan This April

Buy a Chevrolet Colorado, Get Free 2 Years PMS

April 9, 2019

BMW Philippines is Cutting the Price of Its X1 by P 600,000 This April

Mitsubishi Philippines Celebrates One Million Unit Sales

You Can Armor a Toyota Fortuner or Kia Grand Carnival Now

Toyota Hilux, Tundra May Share New Platform

Review: 2019 Ford Ranger XLT A/T

Taking a Long Road Trip with Your Subaru, Get Peace of Mind with Their Service Offers

April 8, 2019

Mitsubishi Confirms: L300 to Return with Euro-4 Compliant Engine

Toyota Wants to Speed Up Electrification by Giving Away Nearly 24,000 of Their Patents

2019 Mazda3 Recognized as "Best of the Best" at Red Dot Design Awards

Petron's Latest Limited Edition Collectibles are from Avengers: Endgame

Nissan Adds Sporty Style to Almera with N Sport Edition (w/ Specs)

Jeep Philippines Launches Ultimate Wrangler JL: the 2019 Wrangler Rubicon (w/ Specs)

Isuzu mu-X Owners Take 1,300-km Road Trip

April 7, 2019

Latest Concept One Wheels Used by Russ Swift at Stunt Show

April 6, 2019

That New Speed Limit? It's Just a Suggestion Says the MMDA