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November 5, 2019

Meet Toyota's EcoSport Fighter: the Raize

If the Rush is a bit too family-looking for you, perhaps we can interest you in Toyota’s newest offering: the Raize. Like the Copen, the Raize is produced by affiliate company Daihatsu, but manages to include input from Toyota, particularly with its platform.

SsangYong Philippines is launching two new crossovers real soon. Teased via a series of videos, the Korean SUV specialist is set to launch the all-new, fourth-generation Korando compact crossover and the refreshed Tivoli sub-compact crossover, both for the 2020 model year.

With a Spring 2020 launch date, Ford is starting to tease its upcoming Ranger-based Bronco SUV. The latest one is this: the race-inspired Bronco R prototype.

Motor Image wants to combat boring by launching even more GT Edition variants of its popular models. After the Subaru XV, and now the Forester getting GT Editions, soon, the Levorg and Impreza will join them in receiving the same sporty treatment.

Will the P 2.190-million Peugeot 5008 SUV Spoil the Mazda CX-8's Party? (w/ Specs)

After bringing in a more affordable version of its five-seater 3008 SUV, Peugeot Philippines is now doing the same for its 7-seater SUV, the 5008. Now sourced from a Peugeot joint-venture plant in Malaysia, the 2020 5008 SUV basically costs a million pesos less than before.

Motor Image, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles across eight countries, including the Philippines, unveiled the newest addition to its sporty GT Edition models: the Forester GT Edition. Set for a formal market introduction in Taiwan next month, the Forester GT Edition will arrive in the Philippines by the first quarter of 2020.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) introduces another exciting offering for Filipino entrepreneurs who would like to move their businesses forward and increase profitability with the “Super Sais” promo.

The Ford Explorer and Mazda CX-9 better watch out: Motor Image Pilipinas is bringing in the three-row Subaru Ascent. Two years after its global debut at the L.A. Auto Show, and the subsequent pronouncements from the Japanese automaker that it’s “for the North American market only” that followed, the largest Subaru ever made is finally making it to the Philippines.

Fatigue set in as the Last Palm Standing – Mediacorp Subaru Palm Challenge entered the third day in Singapore. A total of 55 individuals are still standing (as of 7 AM today), with 345 dropping out during the night of the second day.

Hybrids are commonly associated with manufacturers like Toyota, and that’s understandable because the Prius is the world’s best-selling hybrid and is the official poster child of environmentally-conscious motoring. That said, some don’t want to drive a Prius, and that’s understandable. It’s weird-looking, and at least in the Philippines, priced like an executive sedan. Enter the Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid—a car that says it’ll do everything the Prius can do. But the question is, can it do things better?

Ford Shows Off SYNC 4, Coming to Select Vehicles by Next Year

Ford previewed the next-generation of its SYNC communications and entertainment system, which is faster, easier, and simpler than ever to use.

The Philippine team continued strong as Day 2 of the 18th Subaru Palm Challenge rolled in at Ngee Ann City, Singapore. During the opening, humidity was the main challenge as well as the sweltering heat, with the temperature soaring past 34 degrees Celsius.

Suzuki Ertiga Scores 3 out 5 in Global NCAP Test

Suzuki’s 7-seater MPV, the Ertiga scored a passing 3 out of 5 stars for crash safety at the latest Global New Car Assessment or NCAP tests.

Amidst the high temperatures and unforgiving humidity, four hundred individuals are all vying for a brand-new Subaru automobile in the 18th edition of the Mediacorp Subaru Palm Challenge. Officially titled, “Last Palm Standing,” its one of Asia’s toughest endurance competitions.

Suzuki Philippines Posts 19 Percent Growth for First 9 Months of 2019

Consistent with its strong performance for the first two quarters of the year, Suzuki Philippines (SPH) finishes the third quarter with positive growth yet again, enabling the company to post 19 percent sales growth for the first nine months of the year over the same period in 2018.

Nissan has posted record monthly sales in the Philippines with an all-time high of 4,768 units sold in September. This achievement strengthened the brand’s top-three position among members of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI).

Is Ford Philippines finally bringing in a full-sized MPV to battle the likes of the Toyota Hiace Super Grandia and Hyundai Grand Starex? It seems so based on a teaser they’ve sent us for a product launch happening at the end of November.

After Nissan blocked a potential merger with Renault, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles or FCA seems to have found a potential new partner: PSA. After reports on a potential business combination emerged, FCA has confirmed that talks are underway with the parent company of Peugeot, Citroen, and Opel.

Yes, You Can Order the P 9.92-Million Toyota GR Supra GT4 Racecar

If you find the Toyota Vios Race Car a bit too tame, why don’t you consider a Toyota several notches higher? After showing off the GR Supra GT4 racecar last July, Toyota Gazoo has finally revealed its final specs and eye-watering price. Oh, and yes, you can buy it even from the Philippines.

Ever since Honda’s founding 71 years ago, they’ve committed to deliver new values for mobility through their broad range of products from motorcycles, power products, automobiles and even jets. Today, with their 2030 Vision as a guide, Honda aims to continue doing just that, but now adding the “joy of expanding their life’s potential” as an additional guiding ethos.

Attention Impreza, XV, and Forester owners: Subaru has just confirmed that three new recalls affect these three best-selling vehicles in the Philippines, and that Motor Image Pilipinas is working closely with Subaru Corporation of Japan to assist all affected customers.

Nissan Philippines inaugurated its Nissan Service Center in Cebu, as part of their commitment to delivering excellent and reliable after sales services for customers across the country.

Gasoline-electric hybrids are typically known for one thing: environmentally-conscious motoring. With that, expect sky-high fuel mileage and low tailpipe emissions at the expense of a sordid driving experience. Luckily for enthusiasts, Honda realized that the typical hybrid solution also didn’t fit well with their sporty nature. And so, they’ve developed this: the Sports Hybrid Intelligent Multi-Mode Drive or Sports Hybrid i-MMD.

Is the End Near for the Internal Combustion Engine? Not So Says Mazda

With Mazda now joining the Electric Vehicle bandwagon with the MX-30, is the era of the Internal Combustion Engine or ICE finally over? Not so fast, according to Hidetoshi Kudo, Executive Officer in charge of R&D Administration, Product Strategy, and Technical Research Center.

General Motors, the parent company of Chevrolet will cease vehicle sales in the Indonesian market by the end of March 2020. This was revealed by Hector Villarreal, President of GM Southeast Asia after a comprehensive review of potential future business plans for GM Indonesia.

Hino Motors Philippines (HMP), an active participant in the government’s Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) Modernization Program, was granted by the Department of Transportation (DOTr) the Certificate of Compliance (CoC) for its Hino Eco Class PUV units for Class 2 and Class 3 variants.

Mini Philippines and Laus Group, the newly authorized distributor of Mini cars in the Philippines, today opened the doors of a brand new 300-square feet Mini showroom at Laus Group Event Centre Boulevard, in the Laus Group Complex, in the City of San Fernando, Pampanga. This is the first Mini showroom outside of Metro Manila and in North Luzon, as well as the first Mini dealership for Laus Group, operated by Iconic Automobile Enterprise Inc. The showroom provides full sales and aftersales facilities, and serves as a key touchpoint for customers to engage with the brand throughout their car ownership journey.

Nissan’s unique and innovative test drive event, the Nissan Intelligent Mobility Tour heats up the last two months of 2019 with four tour stops this November.

Using interactive displays and projection mapping, experience the technologies that make the Terra, Navara, and Patrol unique in their respective segments. See how Nissan Intelligent Mobility can change the way you drive. See it in action for yourself at the following dates and locations:

November 8-10, 2019 - Lim Ket Kai Mall (Cagayan de Oro)
November 14-17, 2019 - Manila Auto Salon (SMX Convention Center, Pasay)
November 14-17, 2019 - STV Auto Focus Test Drive Festival (MOA Concert Grounds)
November 22-24, 2019 - SM Lanang (Davao)

Visit the Nissan Philippines website to know more.

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November 5, 2019

Meet Toyota's EcoSport Fighter: the Raize

SsangYong is Bringing in the All-New Korando and Refreshed Tivoli Real Soon

Our First Look at the 2020 Ford Bronco is This Baja Race Truck

Subaru Plans to Combat Boring with More GT Edition Variants

November 4, 2019

Will the P 2.190-million Peugeot 5008 SUV Spoil the Mazda CX-8's Party? (w/ Specs)

The Designer of Subaru WRX STI Transforms the Forester to the Forester GT Edition

Hyundai's Free PMS Offer on H-100 Light Truck Helps Keep Costs Down

Yes, The Philippines is Getting the Subaru Ascent

6 Filipinos Drop Out as Subaru Palm Challenge Enters Third Day

Review: 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

November 3, 2019

Ford Shows Off SYNC 4, Coming to Select Vehicles by Next Year

Philippine Team Still Complete at Start of Day 2 of Subaru Palm Challenge 2019

November 2, 2019

Suzuki Ertiga Scores 3 out 5 in Global NCAP Test

"Last Palm Standing," 18th Mediacorp Subaru Palm Challenge Kicks Off

October 31, 2019

Suzuki Philippines Posts 19 Percent Growth for First 9 Months of 2019

The Nissan Navara is Now the Philippines's Best-Selling Pick-up Truck

Is Ford Philippines Bringing in the Transit MPV?

Fiat Chrysler Confirms Merger Talks with Peugeot Citroen

October 30, 2019

Yes, You Can Order the P 9.92-Million Toyota GR Supra GT4 Racecar

Honda's Driver Assist Technology Isn't at Odds with Their Sporty Positioning

Three New Recalls Hit Subaru XV, Impreza, and Forester Models

Nissan Philippines Opens Its Largest Service Center in Cebu

Honda's Unconventional Hybrid System Has a One-Speed Gearbox (w/ Video)

October 29, 2019

Is the End Near for the Internal Combustion Engine? Not So Says Mazda

Chevrolet is Dead in Indonesia

Hino's Modern Jeepneys Complies with DOTr Standards

MINI Opens in Pampanga

Experience How Nissan Levels Up Your Drive at These NIM Tour Stops