June 1, 2019
Nissan Electrifies UEFA Champions League Final
Nissan is powering the UEFA Champions League Final by providing 363 Nissan Leaf vehicles and e-NV200 vans to transport officials and visitors to Madrid, creating a mega-fleet that will cover more than 220,000 all-electric kilometers.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Nissan Leaf
May 31, 2019
Truck Rebuilders Seek Change in Government Ruling on Emissions Test
The Used Trucks Rebuilders and Importers Association of the Philippines or UTRIP is urging the government to reconsider a DTI-FTEB (Department of Trade and Industry – Fair Trade and Enforcement Bureau) ruling requiring that imported trucks be certified from the country of their origin as Euro 4 before having a Certificate of Authority to Import or CAI issued.
Filed Under:
News,
PHL Auto Industry
The 2020 BMW 1 Series Goes Front-Wheel Drive
After more than 1.3 million examples produced in its first two generations, BMW is ushering in a new direction for its compact 1 Series: the move to a front-wheel drive platform that promises significantly more interior space without compromising the dynamic sharpness BMW is renowned for.
Filed Under:
BMW 1 Series,
Luxury Car,
News
Ferrari SF90 Stradale Ushers New Era for Italian Supercar Maker
Ferrari introduces a new chapter in its history with the introduction of the SF90 Stradale—the supercar maker’s first-ever series production plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. The carmaker says this new car is meant to represent a true paradigm shift—one that combines the performance of a V8 engine with not one, not two, but three electric motors. The result? 1,000 horsepower and a power-to-weight ratio of 1.57 kilograms per horsepower.
Filed Under:
Ferrari SF90 Stradale,
News,
Sports Car
May 30, 2019
Nissan Philippines Officially Launches Juke NISMO Edition
Nissan Philippines is giving its Juke sub-compact crossover a dose of sportiness with the availability of the 2019 Juke NISMO Edition.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
Nissan Juke,
Sub-Compact SUV
Foton PH's Line of Commuter Vehicles to Form Backbone of Revitalized Line-Up
Foton Motor Philippines took part in the 107th Anniversary celebration of the Land Transportation Office (LTO) by displaying their latest commuter vehicles at the LTO East Avenue, Quezon City.
Filed Under:
Foton Corporate,
Foton Gratour,
Foton View Transvan,
News,
PUV Modernization
Hyundai Philippines Bags Best in Service Operations for Commercial Vehicles
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai passenger cars and commercial vehicles in the Philippines bagged the Service Excellence Award for Best Service Operations at the 2019 Hyundai CV Global Service Conference held in Seoul, South Korea.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Hyundai Corporate,
News
Petron Loyalty Card Holders Get Discounts at Blade Auto Centers
Good news to all Petron Loyalty Card holders. Get a 5 percent discount on all items (except electronics) by presenting your Petron Loyalty Card at any branch of Blade Auto Center—the largest car accessories chain store in the Philippines.
Filed Under:
Fuel,
News,
Petron Corporate
May 29, 2019
PIAA Silicone Wipers is the First Safety Upgrade I Invested In
Wipers aren’t sexy and chances are, when you buy one you won’t be running around in excitement. Despite its important role in improving safety, most wait for a downpour to recognize that their wipers are cracked and tattered, and need changing.
Filed Under:
News,
PIAA Corporate
Newly-Appointed Fuso Distributor Shows Off Modern Jeepney Design
With its new distributor, Sojitz Fuso Philippines, Fuso is now intent on getting a slice of the government’s PUV Modernization program with its very own Modern PUV prototype.
Filed Under:
Fuso Corporate,
News,
PUV Modernization
Isuzu Philippines Officially Launches 2019 D-MAX Boondock Edition
A month after the festive and successful launch of the I Love Isuzu campaign last April, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) shifts the celebration a bit further south at Isuzu Santa Rosa with its “Open House” concept.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Isuzu D-Max,
News,
Pick-Up
A Closer Look at the 2019 Honda Civic (w/ 17 Photos)
The Brio may have been the main event, but Honda Cars Philippines also presented the refreshed 2019 Civic for a closer look. It serves as our appetizer for a full-on test drive in the next few weeks.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact,
Honda Civic,
News
May 28, 2019
Here's How Much Brand-New Honda Cars Will Cost by July 2019
Today, a dealer circular turned viral because in it, Honda Cars Philippines announced an impending price increase across its entire product line-up this coming July 2019. You can check a copy of the circular below for yourself, but here’s what it has to say:
Filed Under:
Honda Corporate,
News
Review: 2019 Suzuki Swift GLX CVT
A wise person once advised not to judge a book by its cover. If you do, it might walk (or in this case, drive) away without having told its story. Such is my experience with the 2019 Suzuki Swift GLX. Admittedly, when I hear the brand, the only model that comes to mind is the Jimny; that is, until now.
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Sub-Compact,
Suzuki Swift
What Makes Mazda's New Polymetal Gray Metallic Different?
From Soul Red Crystal Metallic to Machine Gray Metallic, Mazda has used color to fully express their design. With the arrival of the all-new 2019 Mazda3, the Japanese automaker has done it again and this time, they’ve come up with an entirely new shade called Polymetal Gray Metallic.
Filed Under:
Compact,
Feature,
Mazda 3,
Mazda Corporate,
Technology
Toyota Backs Hybrid Electric Tech as Path Towards Sustainable Mobility
Toyota Motor Philippines is celebrating a decade of Prius with a renewed push for its Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) technology which is seen as the first step towards a more sustainable future.
Filed Under:
Environment,
News,
Technology,
Toyota Corporate
Fiat Chrysler Could Merge with Renault
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has confirmed that they are seeking to merge with Groupe Renault, which if pushes through, will form the third largest automaker in the world.
Filed Under:
Chrysler Corporate,
News,
Renault Corporate
Nissan's Net Income Drops 57.3 Percent Due to "Reckless Pursuit of Sales Volume"
Nissan’s global operating profit and net income dropped 44.6 percent and 57.3 percent, respectively in fiscal year 2018 indicating that there are tough times ahead for the automaker. Naturally, Nissan CEO Hiroto Saikawa blamed it on who else, but Carlos Ghosn.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan Corporate
May 27, 2019
MG Philippines Launches Mobile Gadget App
Maintaining an MG is now easier than ever with Mobile Gadget from MG Philippines. The free-to-download app is the latest aftersales complement offered by MG Philippines, and it transforms a user’s smartphone into a one-stop shop for aftersales services and inquiries.
Filed Under:
MG Corporate,
News,
Service
Planning to Track the 2020 Toyota Supra? Toyota Gazoo's Got You Covered
The fifth-generation aka A90 or 2020 Toyota Supra may be nothing more than a BMW Z4 in Japanese garb, but that’s not stopping the folks over at Gazoo Racing from offering their own unique tuner twist.
Filed Under:
News,
Sports Car,
Toyota Supra
Ayala's New Brand, Maxus, Undergoes Extensive Testing Ahead of Launch
Ahead of its Philippine market debut on June 6, the Ayala Automotive Group of AC Industrials is leaving no stone unturned as they extensively test their product offerings led by the G10 MPV.
Filed Under:
Entry-Level MPV,
Maxus Corporate,
News
This is How Much You'll Have to Pay for That Skyactiv-X Engine
With the Japan market launch of the all-new 2019 Mazda3, we finally now have a solid idea of how much more expensive the revolutionary Skyactiv-X engine is.
Filed Under:
Compact,
Mazda 3,
Mazda Corporate,
News
Lexus Philippines Launches 471-horsepower 2020 RC F
Fresh from its worldwide debut at the North American International Auto Show last January, Lexus announces the availability of the RC F sports coupe. Boasting revised styling and improved performance, the RC F could be the best bang for the buck high-performance premium coupe with a suggested retail price of just P 5,928,000.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Lexus RC,
News,
Sports Car
May 24, 2019
Subaru Owners Can Now Be Protected From Any Parts and Service Price Increase
Motor Image Pilipinas is launching a new program that makes the maintenance and upkeep of Subaru vehicles more affordable. Called the Subaru Care Maintenance Program, it’s currently on offer at Motor Image Manila dealerships (Greenhills, Manila Bay, C5 Pasig) and will soon roll out to other authorized dealerships nationwide.
Filed Under:
News,
Service,
Subaru Corporate
If the Honda Civic Type R Would Go Rallying, It Would Look Like This
The Honda Civic Type R may have lost the front-wheel drive production car record over at the Nurburging, but it looks like tuners may have something a bit more extreme in mind. Meet the rally-ready Civic Type R OveRland.
Filed Under:
Compact,
Honda Civic,
News,
Sports Sedan
Hyundai, Ford Drive AVID Sales for April 2019
The Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors or AVID sold 7,259 units in April 2019, recording its best month so far this year as it grew by 12.1 percent compared to the same month last year.
Filed Under:
AVID,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
May 23, 2019
Volkswagen Philippines Joins Mabuhay Germany 2019
Volkswagen Philippines joins the festive Mabuhay Germany 2019 at the Bonifacio High Street Central on May 25 and 26, 2019.
Filed Under:
Events,
News,
Volkswagen Corporate
Autohub Launches New Car Body and Paint Service: Painthub
The Autohub Group expands its market offering with Painthub—a new automotive care facility that specializes in body repairs, restoration, and painting.
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