Suzuki Philippines’s strong seller, the sub-compact crossover Vitara gets a styling refresh for the 2020 model year. For 2020, it gets a new expressive design and a revamped interior without a huge price jump.
October 25, 2019
Suzuki Philippines Brings in Refreshed Vitara. Starts at P 1.038M (w/ Specs)
Suzuki Philippines’s strong seller, the sub-compact crossover Vitara gets a styling refresh for the 2020 model year. For 2020, it gets a new expressive design and a revamped interior without a huge price jump.
No, There's Not a Single Bit of Toyota in the Mazda MX-30
With the launch of their first all-electric vehicle, skepticism started creeping in almost immediately: is the MX-30 a full-blown Mazda or is it something a bit more pedestrian wearing fancy KODO clothing?
You're Looking at Nissan's Next High-Performance Car
Nissan is showing off what high-performance EV motoring could possibly look like with the introduction of their first high-power, twin-motor all-wheel drive system.
Ford Opens Dealership in Marikina City
Ford Philippines is expanding its retail footprint with the launch of a new dealership facility in Marikina operated by a new dealer group.
Toyota Had the Biggest WTF Moment at the Tokyo Motor Show
The 46th Tokyo Motor Show 2019 had everything: cutesy-patootie sub-compact cars, bonkers concept SUVs, cool-looking EVs, a new stylish wagon, and then you have this: the Toyota e-broom. It had the biggest “WTF” moment at the show and elicited more confused reaction than applause when Toyota President Akio Toyoda and his cartoon counterpart, Morizo showed it to the press.
October 24, 2019
Honda's CEO Explains the Rationale Behind the All-New Jazz's Styling
The styling of the all-new Jazz represents a dramatic design departure compared to Honda’s current efforts. And while some decry it as looking too cutesy, Honda’s own Representative Director and CEO Takahiro Hachigo explains the rationale behind the ahegao styling.
Toyota HEV Tour Headed to Don Bosco Technical College
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) further strengthens its efforts to educate the public on the benefits of vehicle electrification by staging another leg of its Hybrid Campus Tour series in Don Bosco Technical College (DBTC), Mandaluyong. This whole-day event marks the first time that the all-new Corolla Altis hybrid variant is offered for a public test drive, following its introduction to the Philippine market last September.
Love or Hate It, the 2020 Honda Jazz Keeps Its One Trademark Feature
So far, internet opinion is split on the design of the all-new Honda Jazz. Some call it “cute”, while others denounce it as “too girly.” But while it’s still too early to judge it based on the court of public opinion, one thing is for certain: it’s still got one trademark feature that’s sure to please long-time Jazz owners.
PSCO Donates 45 Nissan NV350 Ambulance to Government Hospitals, Health Facilities
With the help of Nissan Philippines Inc., the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) turned over 45 new ambulance units to various government hospitals and health facilities nationwide to enhance the delivery of emergency health services to the public.
Honda Doubles Down on Electrification Starting with All-New Jazz
With the introduction of the all-new Honda Jazz (Fit in Japan), Honda doubles down on its commitment to electrify 66 percent of its global unit sales by 2030. With that, the carmaker has introduced a new collective name for its electrification efforts: Honda e:TECHNOLOGY (all caps are part of the trademark) which will cover both its two- and four-wheeled mobility products.
October 23, 2019
Mitsubishi's New SUV Concept Can Run on Diesel, Kerosene, or Alcohol
Mitsubishi finally showed off the Mi-Tech Concept—an off-left field small plug-in hybrid electric SUV that embodies the company’s brand statement, “Drive Your Ambition.” A purely design concept for now, the Mi-Tech Concept does show a new plug-in hybrid drivetrain, a four-motor electric all-wheel drive system, and the most advanced driver assist tech—things which will make it to future Mitsubishi production models.
Subaru Finally Hits Their Design Stride With All-New, 2020 Levorg
It looks like Subaru is finally hitting a good design stride as evidenced by the introduction of the all-new, second-generation Levorg at the 46th Tokyo Motor Show 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.
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