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April 23, 2019

Honda Cars Philippines Launches 2019 Brio, Price Starts at P 585,000 (w/ 17 Photos, Brochure)

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. introduces its newest entry in the A-segment passenger car category: the all-new 2019 Brio. This is a response to customers who aspire to own and experience Honda’s signature sporty and practical characteristics in an affordable package.

Subaru Corporation Senior General Manager for Sales and Marketing, Mr. Tomohiro Ishitobi admits that the car company’s own success is to blame for the recent spat of scandals involving vehicle recalls (brake switch, valve springs, power steering, among others) and safety-related data falsification.

Admittedly, the SsangYong Tivoli was not a looker. When it appeared on my driveway, I nearly missed it, and walked right past. I suppose it did not help that Techno Grey was clearly not my color. Add to that, my first drive out in the little crossover made me eyeroll — the brakes were too soft and sensitive, making the car jerky; and, being only on a 1.6-liter engine, the power was not as responsive as I was used to. Day One—color me unimpressed.

This year, Hyundai has managed to pick up its eighth 10 Best Interiors award with the 2019 Santa Fe. Earning the honor from a field of 32 vehicle nominees with new or significantly redesigned interior, 8 jurors from Wards Auto scored them based on aesthetics, comfort, fit-and-finish, material quality and ergonomics. While value is a consideration, there is no price cap for entries.

These Are the World's Most Instagrammed Cars in 2018

Insurance company Veygo has released some interesting statistics in the past including the most desired car brand and most desired supercar. Now, they’ve come up with yet another interesting study and this time, it deals with the world’s most Instagrammed car.

Mercedes-Benz’s parent company will have a new CEO come this May and he’s shaking the company quite a bit. According to a Reuters report (via Automotive News), Ola Kallenius will take helm and is determined to make efficiency gains by 2021 in both Mercedes-Benz passenger cars and the Daimler Trucks division.

Large, boxy, and fitted with 7 seats—Volkswagen’s Teramont SUV certainly has the right recipe for success. Known as the Atlas in the U.S. where it originated, tailored to American needs, the Teramont has since taken a decidedly more luxurious approach; a reflection of Volkswagen’s premium mainstream positioning in markets such as the Middle East, China, and yes, even the Philippines.

Aston Martin has revealed the final production-ready iteration of its first all-electric production car, with the Rapide E making its world debut at China’s Auto Shanghai.

Nissan is on a roll. After revealing the all-new Almera (Versa) sub-compact sedan in the U.S., they did the same with the Sylphy compact sedan at Auto Shanghai. One of the people responsible for this new design direction is Shinichiro Irie, a program design director based at the Nissan Global Design Center.

How much are you willing to pay for a Hot Wheels slapped with some Supreme decals? Apparently, a lot of money for a lot of folks.

Caltex Partners with MVP Rewards on New Loyalty Program

Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines, Inc. (CPI), in partnership with MVP Rewards and Loyalty Solutions, Inc., announced a new rewards program that will give even more value to customers.

Nissan is now the third best-selling car brand, according to the latest figures released by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines or CAMPI. Currently, the carmaker now holds a 11.3 percent market share, up from 6.1 percent last year.

Hino Motors Philippines (HMP) breaks ground for its first dealership in Butuan City, Agusan del Norte. This addition to Hino’s dealership network in Mindanao highlights the company’s commitment to deliver Total Support to Filipinos in different parts of the country through reliable truck and bus solutions.

The Jaguar I-PACE may have swept the World Car of the Year, World Green Car of the Year, and World Car Design of the Year awards, but there’s one that it didn’t get: World Urban Car of the Year. Instead, that honor went to the 2019 Suzuki Jimny.

Hyundai Creates a Small Brother to the Kona: Meet the 2020 Venue Subcompact SUV (w/ 15 Photos)

Hyundai has revealed its smallest crossover to date: the 2020 Venue. Designed for those seeking a seamless combination of style and versatility, it does so without breaking the bank because it’s now the most affordable SUV in the Korean carmaker’s lineup.

The Jaguar I-PACE swept the World Car titles—receiving the World Car of the Year, World Green Car of the Year, and World Car Design of the Year—the first vehicle to do so in the 15-year history of the awards.

As Ford marks Mustang’s 55th anniversary on this National Mustang Day, enthusiasts everywhere are celebrating the world’s best-selling sports coupe for the fourth consecutive year.

Subaru has unwrapped the all-new 2020 Outback offering the most advanced features, design, and capability in its history.

The 2020 Nissan GT-R NISMO Pushes the Performance Envelope Even More (w/ 11 Photos)

Nissan isn’t just going for a bit of nostalgia at the New York International Auto Show with its heritage-inspired 370Z 50th Anniversary and GT-R 50th Anniversary models, but they’re actually pushing the performance envelope even more. Case in point is the 2020 GT-R NISMO—which is the closest you can get to a road legal GT3 race car.

Few vehicles in the world can be instantly identified by just three letters. But to motoring enthusiasts everywhere, “GT-R” has become synonymous with excitement, high performance, and unparalleled refinement.

Admittedly, Volkswagen is late to the SUV game, but expects to catch up fairly quickly. By 2025, they expect that 50 percent of their sales will be an SUV, compared to about 20 percent today. One of the products that will lead this charge is the T-Cross—a new sub-compact crossover that’ll serve as one of the bookends to the VW SUV line-up.

After believing that its Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) was the way to go, Toyota has now shifted gears and is finally launching its first-ever full Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). The introduction of the carmaker’s first two electric vehicles will pave the way to launch 10 more during the first half of the 2020s.

Ayala, it seems, likes to play guessing games. Earlier this year, it was all about guessing which three (well, now four) vehicles that Kia’s unboxing in 2019. Then, there’s the daily routine of figuring out the best time to flush the toilet and do the laundry (thanks Manila Water). And now, the game has extended to which two Volkswagen SUVs they’re bringing in.

Jeep is using its annual Easter Safari to show off possible customization options for its Gladiator pickup truck through 6 new “concept” vehicles. These concepts showcase both a selection of production and prototype Jeep Performance Parts all developed by Mopar. These parts pass rigorous testing and have Jeep’s legendary 4x4 capabilities in mind.

Toyota Motor Philippines iss offering their biggest summer blowout with great deals on their best-sellers: the Vios, Innova, Hilux, and Fortuner.

The Society of Automotive Engineers has awarded the Kia Stinger and Nissan Leaf with the inaugural J.D. Power Automotive Engineering Awards.

Nissan Celebrates 50 Years of the Z Car by Recreating a Motorsports Classic (w/ 9 Photos)

Nissan is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Z car with the introduction of the 370Z 50th Anniversary Edition. Designed with a distinctive racing livery appearance, it pays homage to the #46 BRE Datsun 240Z that won multiple SCCA National Championships.

Lexus revealed the latest addition to its lineup, the first-ever LM or Luxury Mover. The best part? It’s confirmed for sale in China and select Asian markets, including the Philippines.

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April 23, 2019

Honda Cars Philippines Launches 2019 Brio, Price Starts at P 585,000 (w/ 17 Photos, Brochure)

Subaru's New Thailand Plant to Help Boost Vehicle Quality, Cut Waiting Times

Review: 2019 SsangYong Tivoli Premium Sport

The Hyundai Santa Fe Has One of the World's Best Car Interiors for 2019

April 22, 2019

These Are the World's Most Instagrammed Cars in 2018

Mercedes-Benz to End Collaboration with Renault-Nissan; Looks at Geely Instead

Can the Volkswagen Teramont Go Against the Ford Explorer, Mazda CX-9, and Hyundai Palisade?

Aston Martin Shows Off All-Electric Future with Rapide E (w/ Video)

2020 Nissan Sylphy Program Manager Talks About Design

This Supreme Hot Wheels Set Now Sells for P 11,000

April 21, 2019

Caltex Partners with MVP Rewards on New Loyalty Program

Nissan is Now Philippines's Third Best-Selling Nameplate

Hino to Open in Butuan

Suzuki Jimny is 2019 World Urban Car of the Year

April 18, 2019

Hyundai Creates a Small Brother to the Kona: Meet the 2020 Venue Subcompact SUV (w/ 15 Photos)

The Jaguar I-PACE Sweeps the World Car of the Year Titles

Ford Mustang is 2018's Best-Selling Sportscar

Subaru Unveils 2020 Outback: The Most Advanced Yet In Its History (w/ 17 Photos)

April 17, 2019

The 2020 Nissan GT-R NISMO Pushes the Performance Envelope Even More (w/ 11 Photos)

Nissan Celebrates 50th Anniversary of GT-R by Bringing Back One of Its Most Iconic Colors (w/ 11 Photos)

Here's a Closer Look at the 2020 Volkswagen T-Cross (w/ 13 Photos)

Toyota Finally Goes Electric; Launches First-Ever EVs

We Think We Know the 2 SUVs Volkswagen Philippines is Bringing In This Year

Jeep is Showing Off Customization Options for the Gladiator at Annual Easter Safari

Buy a Toyota Vios This April and Your PMS is Free for Up to 20,000 Kilometers

2018 Kia Stinger, Nissan Leaf are "Furthest Ahead of Its Direct Competitors"

April 16, 2019

Nissan Celebrates 50 Years of the Z Car by Recreating a Motorsports Classic (w/ 9 Photos)

The First-Ever Lexus LM Makes a Rolls-Royce Seem Unnecessary (w/ 15 Photos)