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February 5, 2020

Yokohama Re-Issues Tires Made for Classic Cars

Understanding that there’s a large classic car market out there, Japanese tire giant Yokohama now has a specialized range that caters to sizes long gone. This new range, though keeping with the classic style and design incorporates modern technology and performance.

Kia Teases All-New 2020 Sorento

The all-new Kia Sorento is almost upon us. Its global debut is confirmed for the 2020 Geneva International Motor Show in March.

After we posted our musing on driving a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) as a pure EV in Manila traffic, Volvo Philippines reached out to us to clarify the aspect of home charging.

Just look at their stupid faces; ah the grin of success. Seems these millennials have found a new use for the unfortunately-named Ford Mustang Mach-E by transforming that front trunk (frunk) into a makeshift Tupperware.

With Dongfeng’s Philippine distributor, Pilipinas Autogroup, Inc. already saying that everything is business as usual despite the outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCov) in China, we also reached out to The Covenant Car Company, the exclusive distributor of MG and asked if they are expecting any disruptions on their end.

Diecast car collectors, listen up: Nissan has just released a special, limited-edition scale model of its Skyline 2000 GT-R to commemorate Godzilla’s 50th anniversary. The catch? You can only buy it at the Japanese Post Office.

I'm Pretty Sure I'm Not Ready to Own an EV Just Yet

Initially, I thought I’d be one of the first to champion electric vehicles. Given the short distance I drive on a daily basis, I could live with the daily routine of charging my car daily in exchange for zero tailpipe emissions, and max torque available from zero rpm. But all that’s changed after I sampled the Volvo XC60 T8 Twin Engine. This is when I figured out: boy, the Philippines isn’t ready to join the EV bandwagon just yet.

Cash strapped Aston Martin will have to delay its push into electric vehicles despite the fact that its first all-electric offering, the Rapide E is almost complete. The news comes as Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll injected some USD 656 million to keep the British carmaker afloat.

Toyota will begin rolling out a unique feature that pretty much makes their cars SUA proof. Best part? They’ll be offering it as a retrofit kit, at least for vehicles in Japan.

With no end in sight to the Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCov) spreading around the world, industries, particularly those located in China might soon be affected. Among the locally available Chinese brands, the one that may experience the greatest impact is Dongfeng.

The Mercedes-Benz X-Class is dead. After reports coming out of Europe last year, the three-pointed star’s first foray into the pick-up truck segment will officially cease in May, and all production will wrap up by June of this year. The reason? Failing to live up to sales expectations.

The Burgos Circle Car Club—a group of sportscar enthusiasts gather once more for the third Sports Car for a Cause. Happening this Sunday, February 9 from 7AM to 12NN at 4th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, the activity will showcase the members’ prized vehicles for a charitable cause.

The Gram Strategy. It’s an engineering belief that making a car lighter makes them fun-to-drive. It’s something commonly associated with Lotus’s Colin Chapman, and more recently, Mazda. And while it’s typically associated with their two-seater MX-5, the Gram Strategy is present in pretty much their entire line-up, including the CX-5.

Suprise! MG Overtakes Kia, Foton in Full-Year 2019 Sales

One of the more peculiar things with the monthly sales reports of the Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors (AVID) is that its figures for The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI) only includes their numbers for Chevrolet; it doesn’t include their new brand, MG. In fact, MG’s Philippine performance has been largely secretive until now.

Mini may have taken the 2020 Dakar Rally title, but ever-the-optimist Toyota President Akio Toyoda showered praises for his company’s efforts to complete the world’s toughest endurance race.

One of the early victims of Britain’s decision to exit the European Union is the next-generation Mini. An exclusive report by Reuters says that development over at BMW’s British brand has been slowed down to due uncertainty over Britain’s trade relations with the EU.

Hyundai Philippines opens in Baguio City, marking the Korean carmaker’s first full-service passenger car dealership in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR).

Volkswagen Taps Music Icon Gary Valenciano as Brand Ambassador

Volkswagen Philippines announced that Mr. Pure Energy himself, Gary Valenciano is Volkswagen Philippines’s new face. The partnership between two icons of the music and automotive industries is set to be presented to the public during VW Philippines’s, “We Move You” campaign launch featuring a Gary V concert this February 22, 2020 at the Activity Center of the Trinoma in Quezon City.

When Hyundai Philippines came up with the 5x5 Promo last September, they made history being the first automaker to offer a free 5-year Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS) package on top of their 5-year, unlimited mileage warranty.

Nissan Refreshes the Urvan for 2020 with Added Safety Features

Typically, utility vans like the Urvan rarely get any love—as long as they can do their job, they’re not exactly the focus of nifty updates and stuff. Well, Nissan at least is showering some love on the Urvan, and hopefully this is a sign of what we’re going to be seeing in the near future.

Toyota Motor Corporation President and hardcore car guy Akio Toyoda greeted Mazda on their 100th anniversary proving that there’s only love between these two Japanese carmakers. In a post on Morizo (his racing alter ego)’s blog, he said:

As Kia Philippines celebrates its first anniversary under AC Industrials, an Ayala company, the Korean carmaker’s Philippine arm treats its existing and potential customers to its Anniversary Blowout promo.

Despite persistence that the Alliance was in the verge of breaking up post Carlos Ghosn, Renault, Nissan, and Mitsubishi have jointly announced that they are instead deepening their relationship. This is not just to maximize the collaboration within each Alliance member, but also to enhance their competitiveness globally.

The Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors, Inc. (AVID) ended the year with a marginal dip of just 0.5 percent, selling 87,984 units compared to 2018’s 88,430 units. This was as the 13-member group rallied with a strong December performance, selling 8,089 units—a 12 percent increased versus the same month in 2018.

Caltex, the retail brand of Chevron, closes 2019 with a series of milestones including the opening of 30 new service stations in 2019, allowing them reach more customers nationwide. This feat is on top of setting a new Guinness World Record and the inking of new partnerships as well.

Hummer is coming back. After becoming the poster child of America’s insatiable demand for large, gas-thirsty SUVs, it’s now turning a new leaf. Now, it’ll be General Motor’s GMC division’s first all-electric truck.

NextHub Says Your Out-of-Warranty Vehicle Deserve Care and Respect

Strengthening their position as the country’s premier multi-brand automotive distributor & service provider, The Autohub Group of Companies inaugurates their latest vehicle maintenance and repair shop—NextHub Auto Care.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has officially kicked-off its mission to find, train and mentor the country’s future football stars.

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February 5, 2020

Yokohama Re-Issues Tires Made for Classic Cars

February 4, 2020

Kia Teases All-New 2020 Sorento

Volvo PH Will Make Sure Your Can Use Your Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Properly

Ford Just Found a Contrived Use for the Mustang Mach-E's "Frunk"

Despite Coronavirus, MG Philippines Stays Committed to 2020 Plans

This Limited Edition Nissan Skyline Kyosho Model is Only Available at the Japanese Post Office

February 3, 2020

I'm Pretty Sure I'm Not Ready to Own an EV Just Yet

Aston Martin Delays Push Into EVs

Future Toyotas Will be SUA-Proof with This New Technology

Dongfeng PH Sees No Supply Issue Due to Coronavirus Outbreak

The Mercedes-Benz X-Class is Ending Its Production This May

Ogling Sportscars This Sunday Morning Will Help These Kids

Review: 2020 Mazda CX-5 2WD Sport

February 2, 2020

Suprise! MG Overtakes Kia, Foton in Full-Year 2019 Sales

Next-Generation Toyota Land Cruiser to Add More All-Terrain Ability

Next-Generation MINI Delayed Due to Brexit, Cost Concerns

Hyundai Opens in Baguio City

February 1, 2020

Volkswagen Taps Music Icon Gary Valenciano as Brand Ambassador

Here's What's Included in Hyundai's Free PMS Package

January 31, 2020

Nissan Refreshes the Urvan for 2020 with Added Safety Features

Toyota's President Just Sent This Heartfelt Greeting to Mazda on Their 100th Anniversary

Drive Home a Brand-New Kia with as Little as P 1,000 Downpayment

Mitsubishi to Take Engineering Lead in Southeast Asia for Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance

Vehicle Importers See Full Year Sales Remain Steady in 2019

Caltex Opens 30 Service Stations in 2019, Heads into 2020 Even Stronger

Hummer is Coming Back as an EV with 15,591 Nm of Torque

January 30, 2020

NextHub Says Your Out-of-Warranty Vehicle Deserve Care and Respect

Toyota Philippines Kicks Off Football for Tomorrow Program