Don’t fear EVs, says Honda. They’ll be fun to drive. That’s the promise at least with the carmaker’s first full electric vehicle, the Honda e, built on a new dedicated EV platform.
June 19, 2019
Could the Honda e Be the Millennials' Civic SiR?
Don’t fear EVs, says Honda. They’ll be fun to drive. That’s the promise at least with the carmaker’s first full electric vehicle, the Honda e, built on a new dedicated EV platform.
How a Football Injury Helped Shape the Mazda3's Human-Centric Design
When the first-generation Mazda MX-5 went on sale in 1989, one person waiting in line overnight at the pre-order queue was Yasuyoshi Mushitani. Having joined the carmaker a year earlier, he was employed in Mazda’s vehicle test operations group, although football still took up most of his time.
The Ford Everest's Price is Now as Low as P 1,328,000!
Ford Philippines is still offering big cash discounts and all-in low downpayment deals for its top-selling vehicles this June.
Toyota is First Japanese Carmaker to Win Two 24 Hours of Le Mans Titles
Toyota has become the first Japanese manufacturer to clinch two 24 Le Mans titles after the #8 Toyota Gazoo Racing TS050 Hybrid crossed the finish line first at the Circuit de la Sarthe ahead of its sister car. In the process, the trio of Sébastien Buemi, Kazuki Nakajima, and Fernando Alonso successfully defended their Le Mans crown.
June 18, 2019
Study Says If You Want Cleaner Emissions Forget Electric Vehicles and Go Hybrids
With automotive battery capacity currently scarce, expensive, and suffering supply problems, the deployment of this limited resource is critical to maximizing carbon dioxide reduction. And the most effective way to reduce global vehicle emissions for the foreseeable future is not full battery electric vehicles (BEVs), but mass adoption of hybrid vehicles.
Review: 2019 SsangYong Musso 2.2 AT 4x2
In the story of which came first: the SUV or the pick-up, the common answer would be: the pick-up. This is true for just about every offering in the market today except for one: the Musso. Leave it to a brand like SsangYong to think outside of the box and engineer a truck out of their mid-sized SUV. With that, it feels like an SUV trapped in a truck’s body; and for the typical Filipino pick-up buyer—the one that looks for refinement, ride comfort more than payload capacity and off-roading capability—this might as well be the right choice.
It Seems a Pair of (Affordable) Italian Sportscars is Coming to Manila in August
After announcing the availability of the Stelvio performance SUV last May, things don’t seem to be quieting down for Petromax Enterprises, a reseller of all things Alfa Romeo and Abarth in the Philippines. Whispers are getting louder that two new sportscars may soon join the line-up in August.
June 17, 2019
I Tried Doing Studio Photography with the Mazda3 and Failed Miserably
Whetting everyone’s appetite as the launch of the all-new 2019 Mazda3’s launch looms near, Mazda Philippines teamed up with Fujifilm Philippines in a unique collaboration that highlights the carmaker’s Evolved KODO Design.
Volvo Cars Philippines is Slashing the XC90's Price by 22 Percent
Volvo Cars Philippines is offering its flagship SUV, the XC90 at a more affordable price with a three-day sale starting tomorrow.
Jaguar Land Rover and BMW are Joining Forces in EV Development
Jaguar Land Rover and BMW Group confirmed they are joining forces to develop next-generation Electric Drive Units (EDUs) in a move that will support the advancement of electrification technologies in the automotive industry.
Subaru Ties Up with Michael Bolton in Search for Next Rising Star
Motor Image announced that global music legend Michael Bolton will return to Asia for the first season of Asian Dream, an all-new reality talent search where he will join hands with Subaru to shine a light on promising singers across the region.
Nissan Philippines Offers Quicker Insurance Claims with Nissan Assured Program
Nissan Philippines has partnered with Mercantile Insurance to offer a new vehicle insurance program for their customers. The Nissan Assured Program provides customers quality insurance coverage and reliable service response at competitive rates, under the automaker’s brand.
Caltex Opens at the Muntinlupa-Cavite Expressway
Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), recently opened its latest service station along Muntinlupa-Cavite Expressway (MCX) in Muntinlupa City. Motorists traversing the road from Muntinlupa to Cavite can now avail of quality Euro-4 fuel products and fast service within the station which can cater up to 12 cars fueling up at the same time.
June 16, 2019
The 2019 Mazda3's Interior is a Treat for All the Senses
There seems to be no end to Mazda’s obsession to detail. For the all-new Mazda3, a car that starts their new-generation (7th generation) models, the carmaker put a lot of time in crafting the interior. The result is a car whose cabin doesn’t just satisfy the visual, but the tactile and aural senses as well.
Give the Gift of Black Rhino Wheels This Father's Day
With the increased popularity of modified 4x4 vehicles and pickup trucks, why don’t you give the gift of Black Rhino Wheels this Father’s Day.
June 15, 2019
Ever Wondered Why Mazda Dropped the "Axela" Name for the 2019 Mazda3?
With Japan started sales of the all-new Mazda3 last May, there’s one peculiar thing about it: it’s not called “Axela” anymore. Long time Mazda fans will know that for the past three generations, the compact car was called as such—a portmanteau of “Accelerate” and “Excellent.” For the all-new fourth-generation model though, Mazda opted to axe it and they’ve got a good reason why.
June 14, 2019
What is Nappa Leather and How Do You Care For It?
Nappa leather. We hear it a lot these days. What was once reserved for high-end vehicles like Porsche and Rolls-Royce has now made it more to mainstream vehicles and with that, the tendency to overquote them in product literatures and press releases. But what exactly is Nappa leather and how does it differ from regular leather?
GAC Motor Bags Manufacturer's Class Win at 12-Hour Endurance Race
First time’s the charm for GAC Motor. China’s fastest growing automaker scored the Manufacturer’s Class win for both the 4-hour and 12-hour segments of this year’s Kalayaan Cup Endurance Challenge.
June 13, 2019
All-New 2020 Range Rover Evoque Makes a Philippine Splash (w/ 15 Photos, Specs)
Coventry Motors Corporation, the sole authorized importer and distributor of Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles launches the all-new Range Rover Evoque, bringing to the Philippines a luxury SUV that promises to change the standards of refinement, safety, and capability.
You Can Now Renew Your Driver's License Even on Saturdays
Here’s some good news from the Land Transportation Office or LTO: you can now renew driver’s licenses at all Driver’s License Renewal Offices (DLRO) located in malls even on Saturdays.
Using Child Safety Seats for Naps Can Increase Infant Death
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has issued a warning: car seats, strollers, and other sitting devices are not supposed to be use for napping. Doing so may increase the likelihood of infant deaths.
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Finally Gets a Diesel
When Mitsubishi brought back the Eclipse as the Eclipse Cross in 2017, it was already a forbidden fruit to Philippine Mitsubishi fans. Well, that forbidden fruit just got a whole lot tastier because they’ve managed to plop in a diesel engine too!
Toyota Vios Cup Returns to the Clark International Speedway
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) brought its premier motorsports program back to its roots at the Clark International Speedway in Pampanga with the staging of the Vios Racing Festival last week.
Isuzu Alabang is Isuzu Service Skills Olympics Champion for 2019
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) recently held its Isuzu Service Skills Olympics (ISSO) at the IPC Plant at the Laguna Technopark in Binan, Laguna. On its 14th year, ISSO showcases the service skills and knowledge of Isuzu technicians in a competitive setting.
Suzuki Philippines Gives Free 1-Year PMS Labor for Ciaz Sedan
Suzuki Philippines is adding one more good reason to consider its Ciaz sub-compact sedan whether it’s for private or TNVS (Transport Network Vehicle Service) use: free Preventive Maintenance Service.
UPDATED: Ford Recalling 1.2 Million Explorers for Diminished Steering Control
UPDATE: This article is updated with an official statement from Ford Philippines (6/16).
Ford is recalling 1.2 million Explorer SUVs from 2011 to 2017 model years because of an issue that diminishes steering control. In turn, this makes them hard to steer and increases the risk of a crash.
The Definitive Sports Sedan Returns: Welcome the 2020 BMW 3 Series to the Philippines
Amidst the rising popularity of luxury crossovers and SUVs in the market, BMW is ready to rise to the challenge by introducing the latest generation of its sports sedan: the 2020 3 Series. Despite 40 percent of its global sales due to the X Series, BMW says the 3 Series remains its definitive model—one that epitomizes the concept of sporty driving for over 40 years.
June 12, 2019
Nissan Intelligent Mobility Tour 2.0 Heads to BGC and Baliuag This June
Nissan’s unique and innovative test drive event heads to two locations this June 2019. Experience the Nissan Intelligent Mobility Tour 2.0 at the Bonifacio Global City this June 14-16, 2019 and SM Baliuag on June 21-23, 2019.
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