If Michelin and Chevrolet had their way, tire punctures will become a thing of the past. After debuting their airless wheel technology as a concept, the French tiremaker is now moving to a real-world testing environment.
June 5, 2019
Chevrolet Will Have Airless Puncture-Free Tires by 2024
If Michelin and Chevrolet had their way, tire punctures will become a thing of the past. After debuting their airless wheel technology as a concept, the French tiremaker is now moving to a real-world testing environment.
Spot the Difference: Nissan Updates Navara for 2019
Nissan is giving its Navara some “blink and you’ll miss it” upgrades for 2019. The changes, limited to increasing this pickup’s overall performance has already debuted in Europe and should make its way to the rest of the world shortly thereafter.
Jaguar's Award-Winning Designer Leaves Company After 20 Years
Jaguar today announced that Ian Callum, Director of Design, is to leave his position at the company after two decades heading up Jaguar Design. Julian Thomson, currently Creative Design Director, has been appointed to the role of Director of Design, effective July 1.
June 4, 2019
Motul/Autoplus-Cleanfuel Racing Shines in First Leg of 2019 Formula V1
Formula V1 staged its first leg at the Batangas Racing Circuit with a total of 17 cars piloted by the country’s best drivers vying for championship points.
Grab Philippines to Deactivate 20 Percent of Driver-Partner Force on June 10
If you rely heavily on Grab to get to and from work, get ready for longer waits and higher surge prices starting Monday, June 10. The ride hailing giant says they’ll be deactivating 20 percent of their active driver partners.
Brembo Philippines Launches Premium Ceramic Brake Pads
With the launch of the new Aftermarket Premium Ceramic brake pad, Brembo continues to push the boundaries of braking technology. Whether it be for racing in Formula 1, providing solutions for the top automotive manufacturers, or offering affordable replacement brake parts for the everyday driver, Brembo remains the number one name in brakes.
Volvo Helps Develop World's First Car-Bike Helmet Crash Test
Volvo Cars, a leader in automotive safety, is teaming up with top Swedish sports and safety brand POC for a series of world-first crash tests of bike helmets against cars as part of a groundbreaking new research project that aims to further protect cyclists.
Get Up to 25 Percent Discount on Yokohama Tires with Your Petron Loyalty Card
Petron Loyalty Card holders are now getting supercharged with benefits including discounts on brand-new Yokohama tires.
June 3, 2019
Honda Will Use Cameras Instead of Side Mirrors in Their Production Car
Honda has confirmed that the side camera mirror system, seen on the prototype version of their first-ever all-electric vehicle, the Honda e will be standard when the car enters production. The technology, a first in the compact segment (and Honda) brings benefits in terms of styling, safety, aerodynamics, and refinement.
Watch the Power of an Electric Vehicle as it Tows a Boeing 777 Aircraft
Noiseless, emissions-free but very powerful: MINI is saying its upcoming all-electric MINI Cooper SE is the future of muscle cars by doing some flamboyant: it towed a Boeing 777F freight aircraft.
Jaguar Land Rover Says Heated Steering Wheels Can Help Save Your Life One Day
Who knew: a heated steering wheel could one day save your life. Jaguar Land Rover is testing that particular system to help keep drivers’ eyes on the road.
Chevrolet Philippines Offers All-In Low Downpayment for as Low as P 48,000
Discover unfamiliar places and enjoy every journey in a brand-new Chevrolet as The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet automobiles and parts in the country, offers all-in low down payment options on the Chevrolet Colorado, Chevrolet Trailblazer, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Sail, and Chevrolet Spark through its “Find New Adventures” promo.
June 2, 2019
The Philippine Challenge for a Sustainable Transport Future
Fact: climate change has affected the conditions of most lives on the planet, human and nature alike. It has been proven that, along with other factors, nearly 69 percent of air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions are caused by vehicle usage; modes of transportation that we use every day. While automobiles have made our lives so much more convenient and efficient (traffic, notwithstanding), it has become a detriment to the health and well-being of the planet. Add to that, the Philippines currently ranks 10th in world with the highest number of deaths attributed to air pollution, according to the 2019 State of Global Air report.
How Did a Hyundai Tucson Survive Getting Smashed by a 5-ton Boulder?
Articles about how a couple in a Hyundai Tucson survived getting hit by a giant boulder in Taiwan have begun circulating on Facebook. The boulder, weighing 4 to 5 tons smashed onto the driver’s side of the compact SUV. Based on photos, the impact looked pretty fatal, but luckily both passengers escaped with only minor injuries.
June 1, 2019
UPDATED: It Looks Like Toyota Philippines Will be Offering the 2020 Supra
UPDATE 2: The 2020 Supra has been teased by Toyota Motor Philippines (6/8).
UPDATE: The original Facebook post has now been taken down, and we have also been requested to do the same (6/2).
It looks like Toyota Motor Philippines is serious about adding a strong dose of sportiness to their line-up. After the 86, it seems the largest carmaker in the country will be introducing its new halo sportscar, the Toyota Supra as well.
2019 Subaru Forester Scores Perfect at Japan's Revised Crash Test Protocol
Like there was any doubt: the fifth-generation Subaru Forester took home the highest score in the Japan New Car Assessment Program or JNCAP in collision safety performance. The 2019 Forester joins the Subaru XV and the Impreza as two other models underpinned by the Subaru Global Platform to achieve such a feat.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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