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October 23, 2019

Mazda's First-Ever EV is a Crossover with "Freestyle Doors"


Mazda has unveiled its first mass-production electric vehicle, the MX-30, and despite its rather conventional crossover body, it does have a few design tricks up its sleeve that set it apart from the growing sea of EVs.

All-New, 2020 Honda Jazz Goes Human-Centric Design


Honda ushers in a new era for its sub-compact car offering with the global unveil of the all-new Jazz at the 46th Tokyo Motor Show 2019. The all-new model eschews Honda’s “grand design” concept for a more human-centric design approach. It goes on sale first in its home market of Japan by February 2020 with the rest of the world to follow.

Get a Subaru Oil Change for Less than P 5K Until End of the Month


Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines is saying, “thank you” in the biggest way possible by offering aftersales parts and service at unbeatable prices up to October 31, 2019 at the Kansha Festival 2019.

Drive Home a Foton Thunder with Just P 88K


Thinking of a great Christmas present? Well, how about a brand-new ride as Foton Philippines brings an early year-end treat with the Fun Christmas Holideals Promo.

October 22, 2019

Hyundai Philippines LCV & CV Sales Grow 12 Percent in First 9 Months of 2019


Key business segments of Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), namely Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV) and Commercial Vehicles (CV), grew by 12 percent in the first nine months of the year or 11,659 units sold on the back of lower inflation, increased government spending, and a full line-up of quality SUVs, Vans, Trucks, and Buses.

Nissan to Open New Interactive Brand Center in Yokohama


Nissan plans to open an interactive venue near its global headquarters where people can experience the company’s products, technology and vision for the future of mobility.

Will a Japanese-Inspired Look Bring Nissan Back to the Formula E Winner's Circle?


Will a brand-new Japan-inspired look bring Nissan’s fledging Formula E effort back to the top step of the podium? Well, the Japanese carmaker hopes so since the all-electric motorsports is a good way to demonstrate the power and performance of their EV technology.

Review: 2020 Mazda3 2.0 Speed Sportback


Mazda says the time for buying a compact car for practicality is now over; that role now goes to crossovers and SUVs which are the new-age family cars. With that, compact cars are all about style, emotion, individualism—things which are innate in the all-new Mazda3. Above all, it’s impressive because of how everything comes together. It’s a cohesive, unified whole—as if designers and engineers were always in sync and in the process, creating a car that’s best described as, “art that you can drive.”

October 21, 2019

Volkswagen Opens First Mindanao Dealership in Cagayan de Oro


Volkswagen Philippines, in partnership with Greencars Mindanao Corporation, inaugurated the Volkswagen Cagayan de Oro dealership along Pueblo Business Park at the corner of Mastersons Avenue and Paseo de Oro in Upper Carmen.

Nissan Breaks Ground at First Caloocan City Dealership


In line with its commitment to make Nissan cars more accessible to more people across the country, Nissan Philippines with AutoSpeedyGo Group broke ground into Caloocan City’s first Nissan dealership.

The Mitsubishi Xpander is the People's Choice for Automobile of the Year


Top-selling models of Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) and Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) were proclaimed as the “2019-2020 Auto Focus Automobile of the Year” (AOY) in their respective Standard and Premium/Luxury categories at the Awards Night of the 2019-2020 Auto Focus People’s Choice Awards (AFPCA).

DOTr Issues Certificate of Compliance to Foton's F-Jeepney


The Department of Transportation has granted Foton Motor Philippines, Inc. (FMPI) the Certificate of Compliance for the commercial vehicle brand’s entry to PUV Modernization Program: the F-Jeepney.

October 20, 2019

What Happens When Nissan Australia Seeks to Build the Most Stylish, Most Capable Navara Ever?


What happens when Prodrive UK gets their hands on the Nissan Navara? You get the most stylish, most capable Navara, ever—the Navara N-Trek.

Kia Philippines Assures of Zero Wait for All-New Seltos SUV


Thinking of getting a Kia Seltos? Well, there’s one less thing you need to worry about: waiting time. Bullish on the prospects of their new global sub-compact crossover, Kia Philippines says that more than a hundred Seltos units have landed, cleared port, and should be making their way to dealers nationwide in time for its official November debut.

The Subaru XV is Now Just P 1.298M While Supplies Last


Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines is offering the last few 2018 model year (MY2018) units in their inventory at a substantial discount while supplies last.

Castrol Activ Provides 24/7 Motorcycle Engine Protection


Castrol Philippines launches a specially formulated motorcycle engine oil that provides maximum protection regardless of use: Castrol Activ.

Proud of Your Hyundai Accent? It Can Win You Up to P 125,000 in Cash


In celebration of 25 years of the Accent nameplate, Hyundai Philippines is calling all Accent owners to show pride in their ride with the “Proud of My Accent” video competition.

October 18, 2019

Review: 2020 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8 Hybrid


Since its appearance in the Philippine market, the Corolla has built a stellar reputation based on three pillars: quality, durability, and reliability. They may not be the sexiest adjectives to put on a brochure, but they’re enough to convince more than 220,000 Filipinos to spend hard-earned money on one. True enough, everyone knows someone who’s owned a Corolla at least once in their life, and they’ll be the first to tell you that unexciting as it is, they’re built to outlast the apocalypse. And that’s a bit troubling for Toyota’s top man, Akio Toyoda who wants a bit more excitement in his cars.

At a Mazda Fan Event? Skip the Shirts and Look for These Limited-Edition Paintings Instead


At Mazda fan events in Japan, it’s always a great idea to snag a souvenir: a cap, a sticker, maybe even a shirt or two. Next time though, skip the usual and keep an eye out for these limited-edition watercolor paintings done by no less than the designer of the original Mazda RX-7, Mikio Nakajima.

October 17, 2019

Isuzu Philippines Will Run After the Unauthorized Sale of Isuzu-branded Products


Isuzu Philippines Corporation or IPC is threatening to use the full extent of the law to run after the unauthorized use of the trademark, “Isuzu” and all related marks after it has come to their attention that entities have been offering brand-new Isuzu vehicles in the Philippines without proper authorization.

Yes, Subaru Just Refreshed the XV, But You'll Have to Look Carefully to Notice


The Subaru XV is getting some “blink-and-you’ll-miss-it” updates for 2020. Rolling out first in its home market of Japan, expect these changes to be implemented as well as part of rolling changes sometime next year.

The Curious Story of This One-Off Yellow Mazda MX-5


While this opportunity wasn’t our first visit to the Mazda Headquarters and Museum in Hiroshima, since we had around 100 members of the Miata Club of the Philippines in tow, it was only appropriate that our host, Mazda Corporation put on a show.

Volvo's First All Electric Vehicle is an All-Wheel Drive SUV with 408-horsepower


Hard to imagine but this is Volvo’s first-ever fully-electric car. With all of the premium carmaker’s talk of going electrified, they only had hybrids and plug-in hybrids in their line-up, not full electric ones. Well, they seem to be making up for lost time because the all-electric XC40 will be the first of any models under its new “Recharge” line.

October 16, 2019

Another Sub-P 900K Small Crossover Arrives: Meet the 2020 GAC GS3 (w/ Brochure)


Legado Motors Inc., the exclusive distributor of GAC Motor in the Philippines launched the latest addition to its line-up: the GS3 sub-compact crossover. Well-received in markets where GAC is sold around the world, the GS3 is considered by many as a “game-changer” SUV thanks to specifications and features that surpass those in its price range.

Toyota Draws First Blood, Unveils All-New 2020 Yaris


The first next-generation Toyota small car has been unveiled: the all-new 2020 Yaris. Toyota’s sub-compact hatchback sees a top-to-bottom redesign and sports a brand-new line-up of engines and a new platform which promises better driving performance and comfort.

Suzuki Auto Philippines is Looking for More Dealer Partners


Driven to further expand its presence in the country and riding on its growing business momentum, Suzuki Philippines Inc., continues its Dealer Expansion Program and invites more investors across the country into the car dealership business.

Volkswagen Extends Anniversary Offers This October


What started out last September as Volkswagen Philippines’ 6th year celebration has been extended to October at various SM Malls in Luzon and Visayas, in time for Filipino buyers to get their own early Holiday shopping rolling ahead of the December rush.

Get a Toyota Hilux 4x4 G for Less than P 1.38M This Weekend


Missed the Great Toyota Sale last weekend? Well don’t worry, because you’ll still have this weekend (Thursday, October 17 to Monday, October 21) to get great deals on Toyota’s best sellers.