It has taken them a while, but Honda Cars Philippines is finally ready to unveil the all-new 10th generation Accord next month. The launch, which is slated for the fourth week of September sees a bolder, more luxurious executive sedan from Honda.
August 28, 2019
Honda Cars Philippines is Launching the 2020 Accord in September
It has taken them a while, but Honda Cars Philippines is finally ready to unveil the all-new 10th generation Accord next month. The launch, which is slated for the fourth week of September sees a bolder, more luxurious executive sedan from Honda.
There's Only One Variant for the Mazda CX-3 in 2020 and It's Now Priced at P 1.3M (w/ Specs)
An eagle-eyed reader spotted that aside from the Mazda3 hatchback missing from Mazda Philippines’s vehicle line-up (it’s actually called a Sportback now), the CX-3 was also MIA. Well, we reached out to Steven Tan, the President of Bermaz Auto Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Mazda in the country to get the scoop on the brand’s sub-compact crossover.
We Drove the 2020 Mazda3 1.5 Elite Back-to-Back with the Honda Civic 1.8 E
Mazda isn’t hiding the fact that they think majority of Mazda3 buyers will go straight for the 2.0 Premium models. With that, it comes as no surprise that the entry-level 1.5 Elite doesn’t see as much coverage as its sexier top-trim sibling. But leave it to the guys at Mazda Philippines to bring a base 1.5 Elite sedan along for this road trip; and they even brought some good company: the Honda Civic 1.8 E.
The 2020 Subaru Impreza Gets a New Face, Added Safety
After getting a minor equipment bump in Japan last year, Subaru has now given its Impreza a much more noticeable makeover. The mid-cycle refresh for Subaru’s compact car, the 2020 Impreza will go on sale later this year in Japan with other markets soon to follow.
Torque Vectoring Wipers, Climate Control Connected Doors: Mazda Engineers Went Crazy with the 2020 Mazda3
We said it before and we’ll say it again: the 2020 Mazda3 is a technical marvel; it’s a gift that keeps on giving. We’re one of the first in the ASEAN market to bring Mazda’s all-new compact through its paces on a road trip, but before then, we got to speak to its Program Manager.
Nissan Just Made a Golf Ball That Guarantees a Hole-in-One (w Video)
From ryokan slippers, Nissan is now taking its ProPilot autonomous driving tech to the golf course with this unique golf ball. Dubbed the ProPilot golf ball, it applies Nissan’s ProPilot 2.0 to a golf ball enabling them to move following a predefined route.
August 27, 2019
Review: 2019 Porsche Cayenne V6
When Porsche came up with the original Cayenne in 2002, most, if not all, saw it as an opportunistic cash grab—done to fill the company coffers and nothing to improve the brand positioning. Yet, in the 17 years since, the Cayenne slowly, but surely found its footing and its place in the Kingdom of Stuttgart. From an awkward mess from an unloved corporate stepmom, today, this all-new third-generation model is the product of Porsche’s continuous honing. It has, for all intents and purposes, truly made this two-ton SUV into an impeccable everyday sportscar that seats five.
These Will be the Toyotas You Will See at the 2020 Olympics
As a worldwide partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Toyota Motor Corporation announced that they’ll be providing a full line-up of electrified vehicles, including unique versions of certain vehicles as well as vehicles developed specifically to support the Tokyo 2020 games. With this, the aim is to achieve the lowest emissions target level of any official fleet used at the Olympic and Paralympic Games ever.
YouTube Music is Newest Waze Audio Player Partner
Waze announces YouTube Music as their newest audio player partner giving drivers a new way to listen to music safely while driving.
The 2020 Mazda3 Received Recognition for Outstanding Front Visibility
The 2020 Mazda3’s Evolved KODO Design is known to be beautiful and evocative, but did you know it also contributes to the safety and security of children too? Well, Mazda’s new compact car received the Japan-based Kids Design Award for its outstanding front visibility, thereby protecting children from front blind spots.
MG Philippines is Now Offering Its Top-of-the-Line ZS for Less Than P 920,000
The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), the exclusive distributor of MG cars in the Philippines is offering its best-selling ZS crossover with either a low downpayment of just P 18,000 or a cash discount as much as P 80,000!
August 26, 2019
Peugeot Philippines Now Offers 24/7 Service
Peugeot Philippines has come up with an innovative aftersales service program that’ll delight busy bees and night owls out here: 24/7 service.
Volvo Philippines Launches Safe Roads Program
Volvo Philippines strengthens its advocacy for road safety as it launches the Safe Roads by Volvo program. By partnering with schools, Volvo PH aims to raise road safety awareness especially among school children, their parents or guardians, and other people in and around school premises.
This Chinese Car Just Broke 2 Records at the Nürburgring Nordschleife (w/ Video)
The Chinese have successfully conquered the challenging Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit with Lynk & Co successfully smashing two standing records. The Lynk & Co 03 Cyan Concept lapped the famed racing circuit in 7 minutes 20.143 seconds, averaging 170.4 km/h.
Subaru Collaborated with Seiko for These Limited Edition Watches
Don’t adjust your screens: this special-edition Subaru x Seiko watch really does have a tilted face. Limited to just 360 units, this commemorative watch celebrates Subaru’s 60th anniversary and contains enough World Rally Blue detailing to satisfy even the most casual fan.
Yes, You Can Now Buy These Unique Body Kits for the 2019 Suzuki Jimny
If you’re lucky enough to snag one of the few units of the 2019 Suzuki Jimny available for the Philippine market, you may want to add a bit more pizzazz. For that, PartsPro has you covered. The list of mods that they’re offering is pretty extensive, but what really caught our eye is that they’re offering the DAMD styling kit, too.
August 23, 2019
UPDATED: The 2020 Mitsubishi L300 Euro-4 is More Powerful But More Expensive (w/ Specs, Brochure)
Update: Mitsubishi Philippines just released the official power figures. Article as been updated (8/27).
Just like what they’ve done with the Lancer “box-type” in the 1980s, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines is about to mark the comeback of one of its most beloved icons: the L300. Discontinued last year due to the country’s shift to Euro 4 emission regulations, the L300 is back, this time sporting a cleaner, more powerful engine, and sadly a hefty price jump.
Hyundai Philippines Sees 2 Percent Growth in First 7 Months of 2019
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai vehicles in the Philippines has sold 19,790 units in the first seven months of 2019, equivalent to a 2 percent growth compared to the same period last year.
CTEK Acquires Chargestorm, Enters EV Charging Game
Soon, CTEK won’t just be handling car battery care and maintenance, it will be charging electric vehicles as well. The news comes as CTEK acquires Swedish-based Chargestorm, a market leading developer of products and systems for the charging of electric vehicles.
Castrol's New Magnatec Oil Formulation Protects Engines Equipped with Start/Stop Tech
Castrol Philippines recently launched its latest line of Castrol Magnatec lubricants with the industry-pioneering Dualock Technology. Available for both diesel and gasoline applications (including one specially formulated for engines with idle start-stop technology), these new line of engine oils are now available in the market.
CST Tires Expands Philippine Line-Up with 5 New Tires
CST or Cheng Shin Tire expands its Philippine line-up with five new passenger and 4x4 tires. The eighth-largest tire marker in the world introduced the Parkour – PK01 performance tire, Sahara – AT II and Sahara – MT II sports utility tires, and Marquis – MR61 and Medallion – MD – A1 passenger car tires.
Nissan Philippines Now Offering 3-Year Free PMS
As part of its ongoing PitStop promotion, Nissan customers can enjoy big cash discounts and free service packages when they buy a participating vehicle, from now up to September 30, 2019.
August 22, 2019
This is Suzuki's Rush, BR-V Fighter: Meet the 2020 XL6
Suzuki has finally blown the covers off the high-riding version of its Ertiga MPV: the XL6, and unlike its rivals from Toyota and Honda (and the added body cladding), they’re still calling this an MPV.
Nissan Philippines is Adjusting the Specs, Prices of 2019 Terra
Nissan Philippines is refreshing the Terra 7-seater SUV this 2019. Stare if you must, but the changes aren’t found anywhere outside (save one); they are, actually all found inside.
Marikina City Now Requires Proof of Parking in New Houses, Buildings
Marikina City is taking the lead in cleaning up its streets in compliance with the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)’s Memorandum Circular 2019-121 to “clear up roads of illegal structures and constructions.”
DOTr, LTO Shows Significant Improvements in 2018 COA Report
The Commission on Audit has released its annual findings on the Department of Transportation. While the previous 2017 report shows the same problems plaguing the agency, for 2018, Art Tugade and his team were able to come up with improvements.
Alonso Sets Sights on Dakar with Toyota Gazoo Racing
After trying out the Dakar-Winning Toyota Hilux last April, it looks like Fernando Alonso is now certain that he’ll be taking on the grueling endurance race with defending champions, Toyota. The two-time F1 and Le Mans champion will participate in a series of tests with Toyota Gazoo Racing over the next few months.
Car Clubs Compete for Most Efficient Driver in This Year's Isuzu Fuel Economy Challenge
The Isuzu Fuel Economy Challenge returned this year, and this time, it’s the various Isuzu clubs that took the spotlight. The first leg had the mu-X Owners of the Philippines (mu-X OP) compete while the second leg had Team Isuzu Pilipinas, and the third, Team Isuzu Car Enthusiasts.
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