Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is reminding its customers of the time-long adage: “fake parts break hearts.” This comes as several online sellers have been posting parts and accessories for sale bearing the Toyota Genuine Parts mark and logo.

The UK home of SAIC and MG design has celebrated its first anniversary and to commemorate the occasion, Advanced Design Director, Carl Gotham and his team, have partnered with UK-based artist DS_Art to create a one-off MG ZS art car which is now displayed at MG Motor UK’s London office.

Mazda is finally ready to plug-in. After getting left behind in the EV game, the Hiroshima-based carmaker has announced that its first mass-production battery electric vehicle will make its global debut at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show.

While everyone else has their eye on the Subaru WRX STI EJ20 Final Edition, the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show marks the global debut of the all-new, second-generation Levorg.

The year was 1989. Taylor Swift was born and Subaru launched the engine known as the EJ20. Through the years, while Taytay went through a dozen break-ups, Subaru filled its trophy cabinet from the World Rally Championships and even the Nürburgring 24-hour race.

Last July, Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP) was officially appointed as the importer and distributor of Geely cars in the Philippines. The company is the newest member of the Sojitz Corporation family which has been in the automotive business locally since the 1960’s.

Christmas comes early for those seeking a brand-new Audi to end the year. PGA Cars, the official distributor of Audi announces the arrival of the 2020 A4 sedan and with that, is now offering it with a P 1 million (yes, a P 1,000,000 discount) for a limited time.

The largest gathering of 4x4 vehicles is happening this Saturday, September 28 to Sunday, September 29, 2019 at the first-ever 4x4 Expo Philippines. Happening at the open grounds of Arcovia City, Pasig (C5 near Landers), it will be a haven to off-road enthusiasts of all ages.

Philippines, this is the team that will represent the country at the Subaru Palm Challenge Finals in Singapore. Due to the unforgiving weather, only three of the 2018 Philippine Team made it to the Top 10 this year.

After getting hit hard by the implementation of the new vehicle excise tax in 2018, Honda Cars Philippines President and General Manager Noriyuki Takakura reveals that the Japanese automaker believes that they’ve put the worst behind them.

Nissan has pulled the wraps off the 2020 Patrol. Concentrating on providing for true “Go Anywhere” capabilities, this offers heightened levels of sophistication, comfort, safety, and connectivity.

With the launch of the 2020 Honda Accord, the Japanese executive sedan “big three” has now seen either a substantial re-fresh or a full-blown model change. Eschewing a large displacement normally-aspirated engine, the Accord has now adopted turbocharged power, following the same path laid down, at least locally, by the Mazda6. Naturally, a spec brawl beckons.

Honda Cars Philippines is upping its game in the executive sedan segment by launching the all-new, 10th generation Accord. The 2020 Accord is the embodiment of everything that Honda stands for with its bolder styling, cutting-edge driver assistive features, and turbocharged power.

Built atop an all-new platform, the Accord is now lower and wider than its predecessor. Utilizing laser welding to join the roof and side panels, it boasts of increased rigidity while also removing the need for a garnish over the rain channels. The planted and sporty silhouette creates a more dramatic and aggressive presence. The upright chrome wing grille are sandwiched by headlights will full LED technology and LED fog lights. At the back, are C-shaped LED taillights contributing to a distinctive look, especially at night. At its four corners are 18-inch noise-reducing alloy wheels.



For 2020, the Accord is available with a single powertrain option: the 1.5-liter i-VTEC Turbo putting out 190 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 243 Nm of torque from 1,500 to 5,500 rpm. The outputs are at par with the outgoing normally-aspirated 2.4-liter motor, but should provide for improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions. This engine is mated to a CVT transmission with the usual Honda Eco Assist System. Unlike other applications though, the Accord also has a Sport mode which sharpens the throttle and steering response as well. Paddle shifters are also standard.



The all-new 2020 Accord is now available at all authorized Honda dealerships with a choice of three colors: Platinum White Pearl, Crystal Black, and Modern Steel Metallic. The price is at P 2,288,000.




2020 Honda Accord EL Turbo CVT Honda Sensing Specifications

Dimensions and Weight

• Length: 4,901 mm
• Width: 1,862 mm
• Height: 1,450 mm
• Wheelbase: 2,830 mm
• Ground Clearance: 130 mm
• Curb Weight: 1,476 kg.
• Turning Radius: 5.7 m
• Trunk Capacity: 573 liters

As the smallest car in the Honda line-up, the Brio arrived without much ado, but with all the makings of a traffic stopper. Primarily because of its bright, canary yellow color, but also because of its immediate no-nonsense appeal. Rather than the Jazz, which is closer to its size, it gives off a more conservative vibe that is like their elder—the Honda CR-V. The similarities are astounding and the imagery is similar—practical, reliable, but also sporty and a risk-taker. While it’s far from perfect, the Brio is one to love and may, perhaps, become your next favorite ride.

The country’s largest and only Filipino-owned fuel retailer, Petron launches the Fuel Wise advocacy which highlights the safety of motorists by ensuring that their vehicles remain in good condition through using high-quality fuels from Petron.

Suzuki Philippines, Inc. continues to bolster its presence in Mindanao with a new dealership in Tagum City in Davao. After setting a new record of more than 2,000 vehicles sold nationwide in four consecutive months this year, SPH is gearing up to open new showrooms in different areas across the country with fast-paced business growth.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) is celebrating 18 years of operations, with almost a decade of being the third top player in the Philippine automotive industry. As a way of thanking its loyal Filipino buyers and to continue driving customer-centric programs, Hyundai is launching the industry’s first and only 5-year unlimited mileage warranty and 5-year free Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS) offer on new purchases of its flagship vehicles–Grand Starex, Santa Fe, and Tucson.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc., the official distributor of Hyundai passenger cars and commercial vehicles in the Philippines is making history by offering the country’s longest bumper-to-bumper warranty, while also offering the longest inclusive free preventive maintenance service package, too.

After its launch in Metro Manila, Isuzu Philippines Corporation brought its 2020 D-Max LS-A for two regional launches: one in Visayas, and the other in Mindanao.

Who says Volkswagens don’t play nice with tuners? Well, Volkswagen Philippines is proving these naysayers wrong by coming up with two special packages for the Lavida compact sedan: the Lavida Club Edition and the Lavida Club Edition+.

Celebrating its 100th anniversary in the Philippines, Goodyear is announcing a brand-new addition to its Wrangler family that carries the company legacy of innovation and performance to keep Filipino drivers safe on the road: the Wrangler AT SilentTrac.

After renovating the shrine dedicated to everything STI last January, Subaru has announced that the STI Gallery has now been expanded. The shrine dedicated to Subaru Technica International is opening to the public starting this Saturday, September 21, 2019—perfect for those making the trek to the Tokyo Motor Show in October.

The Americans may not be getting the Ranger Raptor (at least for this generation), but Ford Performance is now offering after-purchase lift kits for the Ranger with the help of, who else but, Fox shocks.

In celebration of Volkswagen’s sixth anniversary in the Philippines, the carmaker is offering great anniversary deals on the Santana and Lavida models from today until the end of the month.

It’s truly a buyer’s market out there. If you find the Ford Explorer a bit too pedestrian, maybe it’s time to consider something from Dodge. Often forgotten by those wanting an American-style 7-seater SUV, the Durango comes with a hefty discount for a very limited time.

With the launch of the Mazda CX-30, there’s been a lot of confusion as to its positioning: will it or won’t it replace the CX-3? Though officially, the CX-3 lives on for now, we may have a clearer picture now for smaller markets such as the Philippines given that Mazda has finally revealed the prices of the CX-30 in its home market of Japan. And quite frankly, things don’t look so good for the CX-3.

Last month, Honda Cars Philippines launched a special edition of its best-selling City—the City 1.5 Sport CVT. If you held off purchasing one, you can actually avail of a special financing purchase which means you can drive one home with just a P 11,000 downpayment.

Toyota Motor Corporation says the Land Cruiser has achieved a new milestone: surpassing the 10 million cumulative global sales mark since the first model was launched. It’s only fitting that the Land Cruiser achieved this feat last August 31—68 years since the first-ever Toyota “Jeep BJ” was launched on August 1, 1951.