Carlos Sainz and his co-driver Lucas Cruz have won the Rally Dakar for the third time, having previously triumphed in 2010 and 2018. In doing so, they presented Mini with its fifth overall victory at the iconic endurance rally.
January 22, 2020
Mini, Honda Triumph at World's Most Dangerous Race
Carlos Sainz and his co-driver Lucas Cruz have won the Rally Dakar for the third time, having previously triumphed in 2010 and 2018. In doing so, they presented Mini with its fifth overall victory at the iconic endurance rally.
Toyota's Giving Away Free GR Supra Posters!
Toyota really thinks that they’ve got a car with street cred in the all-new A90 GR Supra. And because of that, they think it’s deserving a bit of your bedroom or living room space; for that, they’re giving away free limited-edition posters.
January 21, 2020
Subaru Reveals Plans to Improve Its All-Wheel Drive System and Offers Details on New Engine
At a technology briefing in Japan, Subaru Corporation laid down their future plans including one where their entire global line-up will be electrified in one form or another by the first half of 2030.
Rolls-Royce Posts Record Growth in 2019
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars hit a historic annual sales record last year with deliveries rising 25 percent globally compared to 2018. A total of 5,152 cars were delivered in over 50 countries around the world.
Honda's P 109K AirBlade 150 is Designed for Manila's Stop-and-Go Traffic (w/ Video)
Honda Philippines, Inc., the number one motorcycle manufacturer in the country, raises the bar in the scooter segment once again with the launch of the all-new AirBlade 150—a cutting-edge sporty automatic transmission bike that promises to make urban riding fun, comfortable, and stylish.
Review: 2020 Ford Everest 2.0L Bi-Turbo Titanium 4WD
By and large, the Ford Everest re-wrote the mid-sized SUV rules. It didn’t become the segment’s best-seller, but it was, the best balanced of the lot. Not only did it offer looks, but it also offered performance, capability, comfort, and refinement in equal measure. That’s why it comes as a surprise that despite facing some stiff competition, Ford has opted to keep things well enough alone. Are they confident in having developed a “future-proof” SUV some five years back, or is this a case of them running out of fresh new ideas?
MG Philippines Now 24 Dealers Strong
Since MG came under the distributorship of The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI) in October 2018, the brand’s nationwide dealership network has experienced a rapid expansion. In just over a year, MG Philippines has opened a total of 18 dealerships throughout Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
Subaru to Electrify Entire Line-Up in 10 Years
Subaru Corporation revealed the future direction of its technology development efforts, an opportune time given the automotive industry is facing increasing pressure to electrify their line-up.
January 20, 2020
UPDATED: Subaru PH Greets Chinese New Year with Discounts on Service, Parts, and Accessories
UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, this Chinese New Year promo is being postponed to a later date. (1/24).
In celebration of Chinese New Year, Motor Image Pilipinas is offering several aftersales service promos including discounts on parts, accessories, and labor.
Toyota Just Came Out with a 283-Horsepower Gazoo Racing Tweaked Hilux
In 2018, Toyota unveiled a Hilux tweaked by their go-fast department, Gazoo Racing. The Hilux GR Sport as it’s officially known did feature new handling bits and some aesthetics upgrades, but the stock drivetrain was, admittedly, a letdown. Two years later, Toyota has learned their mistake and is now giving the Hilux GR Sport a much-needed oomph with the help of a V6 engine.
Nissan's Next-Generation Z Car May Pack a Turbocharged V6
In the perennial, “will they or won’t they” question regarding a next-generation Z car, it seems the latest answer from Nissan is now in the affirmative. Yes, there will be a next-generation Z car.
January 19, 2020
Nissan Philippines Starts 2020 with Discounts on Entire Line-Up
Nissan Philippines is flexing their muscle this 2020 with the “Power Deals” promo. Low downpayment promotions for financing transactions and cash discounts are up for grabs for the entire line-up starting today.
The P 450K MG 3 Could Re-Write the Sub-Compact Car Category
Last year, The Covenant Car Company surprised many by offering a subcompact sedan in the form of the MG 5. It was, for all intents and purposes, a compact car in both spec and price, yet offered pricing that slots it squarely in the sub-compact car class.
Toyota Extends 20 Percent Discount to Owners Affected by Taal Ash Fall
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), together with its dealer network is extending a special service campaign to all customers affected by the Taal Volcano ash fall last week.
Waze Now Lists Donation Centers, Marks Closed Roads Due to Taal Eruption
Amidst the eruption of Taal Volcano, Waze is working closely with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and several other media outfits on the relief efforts for the afflicted communities.
January 18, 2020
Mazda Philippines is Sneakily Previewing the 2020 MX-5
If you find yourself at The Powerplant Mall in Makati, you’re in for a treat. Mazda Philippines is sneakily previewing the 2020 MX-5 at their Mazda Premium event located at the South Court.
Select Hyundai Dealers Will be Offering Free Car Washes For 2 Weekends
January 17, 2020
The Hyundai Kona is Now a Guinness World Record Holder
The Hyundai Kona has earned its place in the Guinness World Records by breaking the world record for the highest altitude climb done in a fully electric vehicle or EV.
Mazda Philippines Recalling Selected 2020 Mazda3, CX-30 for Smart Braking System
Bermaz Auto Philippines (BAP), the exclusive distributor of Mazda in the Philippines has confirmed that selected units of the 2020 Mazda3 and 2020 CX-30 are part of a global recall due to the inadvertent activation of the Smart Braking System (SBS) automatic emergency braking system.
Porsche Plops in a 394-horsepower Flat-6 into the 718 Boxster and Cayman
After fiddling with a turbocharged flat-4 in their mid-engine, two-seater line, Porsche is bringing back the flat-6 to a more“regular” 718 Cayman and Boxster with the announcement of the new GTS 4.0.
January 16, 2020
4 Reasons Why Filipinos Love Toyota
Filipinos love Toyota. Whether it’s the Vios, Fortuner, or the Hilux—the brand has endeared itself in the hearts and minds of buyers and enthusiasts alike. Above all, it’s become a trusted choice, and for Toyota Motor Philippines it’s all down to one thing: the Toyota Sure Advantage.
Jaguar Land Rover Says This is the Car Seat of the Future
Jaguar Land Rover is developing what they deem to be the car seat of the future—a pioneering shape-shifting system that’s designed to improve comfort and reduce the health risks of sitting down for too long.
Toyota and Hyundai Are in A Race to Make the First Production Flying Car
Toyota and Hyundai are in a race to make the world’s first commercially viable flying car. In two separate announcements, Hyundai partnered with Uber, while Toyota teamed up with Joby Aviation.
2020 Toyota Corolla Altis Scores Perfect 5-Star Rating in ASEAN NCAP
The 2020 Toyota Corolla Altis scored a perfect 5-star safety rating bestowed by the ASEAN New Car Assessment Program or NCAP.
Kia Philippine Sales Soar 124 Percent in 2019
A year after the Kia brand’s re-launch under Ayala Corporation, the Korean carmaker soared reporting a 124 percent year-on-year growth.
Toyota is Launching a Yaris-Based SUV
Toyota is showing the flexibility of its TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) by announcing that they’re coming up with a Hyundai Venue/Nissan Juke rivaling SUV based on the all-new Yaris.
January 15, 2020
Honda Produces Its 400-Millionth Motorcycle
Since the introduction of the Dream D-Type in 1949, Honda’s 70th anniversary of motorcycle mass-production marks the company’s 400 million-unit milestone for global motorcycle production.
3 Key Things Filipinos Need to Know About Electric Vehicle Ownership
The automotive industry globally is going through a major shift in terms of electric mobility. Locally, the Philippines is undertaking many initiatives in terms of government support and additional infrastructure to cater to this automotive evolution. Also, more consumers are beginning to see the value of electric vehicles and their positive effects on congestion, and noise and air pollution.
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