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January 8, 2020

The Refreshed 2020 Impreza Finally Gets One Feature That Subaru Owners Really, Really, Really Want

For all of Subaru’s advanced set of features—from its direct-injected Boxer engine to its EyeSight driver assist system most owners lament one thing: the lack of speed-sensing door locks. Well, the seemingly eternal wait is over as this feature’s finally coming to Subaru models starting with the 2020 Impreza.

Nissan to Continue Case Against Former Chairman Despite His Escape

Nissan has released an official statement after Carlos Ghosn’s escape to Lebanon without the knowledge of Japanese officials.

Hyundai is tired of being an industry follower and has decided that 2020 will be the start of their quest to become an industrial leader.

Today, Toyota revealed plans to build a prototype city of the future on a 71-hectare site at the base of Mt. Fuji in Japan. Called the Woven City, it will be a fully connected ecosystem powered by hydrogen fuel cells.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), has strengthened its longtime partnership with one of the largest provincial bus companies in the country, Victory Liner, Inc. (VLI). HARI recently delivered 50 brand-new Hyundai Universe buses as part of the bus company’s upgrading program.

Didn’t get a brand-new Honda last December? Well, don’t worry since Honda Cars Philippines has extended its “Cheers for Deals” promo this January. The deals include the BR-V which drops its price to a tad above a million pesos making it even more affordable than the Mobilio RS!

Hyundai’s i10 is positioned to be the smallest member of their automotive family, but that didn’t stop the Korean automaker from coming up with a sedan sibling to keep it company. Ladies and gentlemen, meet the Hyundai Aura.

Nissans has built a reputation around its frigid cold air conditioning system, but its absorption of unwanted NVH? Not so much. Well, all that’s going to change thanks to this new breakthrough material developed by the company.

Nissan's VC-Turbo Among Those Cited for 2020 Best Engines

As carmakers face mounting pressure to improve their fuel economy and lower their emissions, they have responded by investing in downsized powertrains. Evidenced by automotive publication Wards’s 2020 10 Best Engines list, more and more winners in this list have opted for electrified engines. As a matter of fact, only one V8 remains on the list.

Bolstering its presence in the Mindanao regions for having one of the most promising growth potentials for the automotive and transport industries in the years to come, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) conducted formal signing ceremonies for two new dealerships last December.

Jaguar Land Rover has developed a unique 3D-printed dog paw to help engineers assess the durability of future cars, with a little help from Yogi the Labrador and the new Land Rover Defender.

Suzuki is mixing together its automotive, motorcycle, and marine line-up at this year’s Tokyo Auto Salon. There, they will display a total of 10 vehicles including these two exhibit vehicles, the Jimny Marine Style and Swift Sport Katana Edition.

Raise your glass and toast to the Subaru WRX STI—an iconic model that’ll be the subject of a very long goodbye this year. Saddled with pressure to improve its fuel economy, and perhaps make its performance more attainable to the ordinary man, this car is representative of a dying breed of factory-tuned compacts made for those with a razor-sharp mindset: to go fast, and do it brutally.

Students are Transforming the Mazda CX-5 into a Dakar-Ready Off-Roader

Ever wondered how the CX-5 would look like if it were made to compete in the Dakar Rally? Well, wonder no more because students in Japan’s Nihon Automobile College (NATS) is turning that into reality with the CX-Runner.

Aston Martin isn’t just creating their first-ever SUV, but now, they’ve also come up with their very-own helicopter. Developed in partnership with Airbus Corporate Helicopters, the ACH130 Aston Martin Edition brings the British supercar maker’s coachbuilding skills to the mile-high club.

Lexus Was Slapped with a Hefty Fine for Practices Which are Business as Usual in the Philippines

Toyota’s premium division, Lexus was slapped with an 87.6 million RMB (~ P 642-million) in the world’s largest car market, China for market practices which were deemed monopolistic. Interestingly enough, these practices are quite normal here in the Philippines.

Crossovers aren’t normally equipped to go off the beaten track. With no low-range transfer case or locking differentials, the most rugged thing they’ll end up doing is climb up the mall parking lot ramp. However, as buyers look for choices that give them an increased level of capability (it’s a security blanket more than anything), carmakers can’t ignore engineering crossovers with an increased level of skill for dirt and mud.

Despite being beaten to the punch by Maxus in plans to introduce a pickup truck locally, MG’s not backing down. Apart from confirming that its MG Extender (a pickup based off the Maxus T70, which in turn, is based off the T60) is still a go, reports say they’re also introducing their very own 7-seater body-on-frame SUV some time this year.

Hubris. That’s what landed Mazda into trouble with the CX-3. At the time of its launch five years ago, it seemed they could do no wrong—their sweeping KODO design coupled with the Skyactiv powertrain delivered them one critical hit after another. But when it was time to come up with a sub-compact crossover, they read the market wrong. Too small and too expensive—it didn’t deliver the numbers Mazda thought were there.

Ford Philippines Extends Coverage of Emergency Roadside Assistance

Ford Philippines is extending the coverage of its free emergency roadside assistance from one to three years as part of its efforts to improve the ownership experience.

As the world enters a new year, carmakers in the Philippines are once again bullish with the prospects of a growing industry. After being hit hard by the implementation of the new vehicle excise tax in 2018, and some subsequent recovery in 2019, the industry is once again looking to new models to further fuel their growth this year.

The Mitsubishi Outlander and ASX Will Finally Be Replaced in 2020

As far as automobiles go, Mitsubishi’s pair of crossovers—the Outlander and ASX has been one of the longest serving ones. In its current form, the compact Outlander’s been around since 2013, while for the ASX, it’s even longer—first seeing action in 2009. Thankfully, the wait for their replacement will soon be over as the Japanese carmaker’s confirmed that both will be replaced by 2020.

Volvo prides itself as being designed around people, and with that, they have made it their mission to be environmentally responsible—a tough act for any carmaker.

Hino Motors Philippines expands its retail network with the inauguration of its dealership in Tacloban City, Leyte. With this, Leyte will have access to Hino’s line of commercial vehicles such as the 300, 500, and 700 series trucks, buses, and even modern PUV units. It will also offer spare parts and after-sales service for trucks and buses.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. sold 2,981 units last November, or a 4.4 percent growth versus October’s 2,856 units. This is the exclusive Philippine Hyundai distributor’s third highest monthly sales in 2019.

With three months to go until its next scheduled preventive maintenance, it’s time to give a brief update on our long-term Sonic Silver Mazda CX-5 AWD Sport Diesel. Nine months into ownership, everything’s fine with our first-ever diesel.

The Autohub Group is launching a high-tech, innovative, and convenient way to engage with their customers: the Autohub Mobile App.

How is this for a plot twist? After more than a year in Japanese custody due for four counts of financial misconduct, disgraced former Nissan CEO has surfaced in Lebanon.

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January 8, 2020

The Refreshed 2020 Impreza Finally Gets One Feature That Subaru Owners Really, Really, Really Want

January 7, 2020

Nissan to Continue Case Against Former Chairman Despite His Escape

Hyundai Confirms Hybrid Version of Santa Fe and Tucson are Coming

Tired of Building Cars, Toyota Will Now Build a City

Victory Liner Continues Fleet Modernization with 50 New Hyundai Buses

The Honda BR-V is Cheaper Than the Mobilio This Month

The All-New 2020 Aura Could Be a Replacement for the Hyundai Eon

Future Nissans Will Be Quieter Than Ever Thanks to This New Material

January 6, 2020

Nissan's VC-Turbo Among Those Cited for 2020 Best Engines

Isuzu Philippines to Open 2 Additional Mindanao Dealerships

Land Rover Just Made Sure the All-New Defender's Bumper is Paw-Proof

Suzuki Mixes Auto, Motorcycle, and Marine Expertise at Tokyo Auto Salon 2020

The 2020 Subaru WRX STI is the Last of Its Kind

January 5, 2020

Students are Transforming the Mazda CX-5 into a Dakar-Ready Off-Roader

Meet Aston Martin's Traffic-Proof Vehicle

January 3, 2020

Lexus Was Slapped with a Hefty Fine for Practices Which are Business as Usual in the Philippines

What Does Mazda's Off-Road Traction Assist Do Anyway?

MG Philippines is Reportedly Going to Launch a Fortuner, Everest Fighter

Review: 2020 Mazda CX-30 AWD Sport

January 2, 2020

Ford Philippines Extends Coverage of Emergency Roadside Assistance

12 Cars to Watch Out for in 2020

January 1, 2020

The Mitsubishi Outlander and ASX Will Finally Be Replaced in 2020

Volvo's T8 Twin Engine Line Results in Cleaner Air Inside and Out

Hino Opens in Tacloban, Leyte

The Reina is Now the Best Selling Vehicle for Hyundai Philippines

2019 Mazda CX-5 AWD Diesel: Long-Term Test Update # 2

Autohub Group Launches App-Based Service Appointment Service

Disgraced Former Nissan CEO Flees Japan for Lebanon