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February 11, 2020

Nissan is Discounting Its Parts and Labor for Selected Models


Nissan Philippines is offering free checkups for air conditioning, brakes, and suspension at participating dealerships nationwide with its Car Care Support promo which runs today until March 31, 2020.

Mitsubishi PH Ushers in Chinese New Year with "GR8 Deals!" Promo


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) celebrates the Chinese New Year with its “GR8 Deals!” promo until February 29, 2020.

Isuzu Pasig is IPC's 2019 Dealer of the Year


Isuzu Pasig is the Overall Champion at Isuzu Philippines Corporation’s 15th Dealer of the Year Awards (DOYA). The 2019 DOYA capped off a challenging, but fulfilling year for the IPC dealer network’s sales force and aftersales operations.

February 10, 2020

The Kia Seltos's Intelligent Variable Transmission Restores My Faith in CVTs


We’re currently resting up in Baler, Aurora giving the 2020 Kia Seltos its first out-of-town shakedown. Oh, and before you ask, yes, we’ll be coming up with our initial impressions soon, and yes, we’ll also be doing a full-fledged review too. But before all that, let’s talk all about the IVT because, holy shit, it blew my mind.

Chery Auto Opens First Full-Fledged Dealership in Mindanao


Just two months after its brand launch, Chery Auto Philippines, through its distributor United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI), officially opened its first complete 3S dealership in Mindanao.

Review: 2020 Volvo XC60 T8 Twin Engine AWD Inscription


There’s a lot to love about Volvo recently. From barely surviving in Ford’s corporate shadow, they’ve now entered a new era of renaissance—one where they’ve managed to come up with winner after winner. While the brand has a compelling range of vehicles, at the core of all this is the XC60. It’s globally their best-selling model, and single-handedly a showcase of what they’ve accomplished thus far.

Lexus PH Will Replace Transmission Assembles for Free Because They Shifted Roughly


Lexus is living up to their tagline, “the relentless pursuit of perfection” by announcing a special campaign on selected RX350 SUVs simply because these SUVs shifted too roughly for their standards.

What Does It Take to Film a Nissan GT-R? Another Nissan GT-R


Nissan developed the 2020 Nissan GT-R NISMO to be the pinnacle of the iconic nameplate. For maximum performance, the engine was upgraded, its aerodynamics further enhanced, and weight was shed through the meticulous use of exotic materials.

Bored at the Office? Play this Free, Browser-Based Game from Honda


Monday blues got you down? Well, worry not. Honda’s turned your web browser into a mobile gaming platform with its “Beat That!” driving video game (click here to try it out). The best part is since it runs on HTML5, there’s absolutely nothing to install—all you need is a modern browser such as Chrome, Firefox, or Safari.

Goodyear PH Awarded in Quality Service Awards


Goodyear Philippines’s retail and service center, Goodyear Autocare chain of stores, is awarded the Silver winner in the Car Servicing category at the Reader’s Digest 2020 Quality Service Awards.

Mindanao's First Cooperative to Join the PUV Modernization Program Chooses Hyundai


Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), continues its support for the country’s PUV Modernization Program with the turn over of the first batch of Hyundai HD50S Class 2 Modern PUVs to the Public Transport Alliance of Gensan (PTAG), led by PTAG President Robert N. Cang. 15 out of the 326 units orderered by PTAG were turned over.

Foton Opens in Davao City


United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI), the exclusive distributor of Foton vehicles in the country opened its 29th dealership, and its fourth in Mindanao.

February 7, 2020

Toyota Motor Philippines Recalling Selected 2019 Alphard MPVs and Coaster Buses


Toyota Motor Philippines is recalling selected Alphard and Coaster models due to seat belts which may not lock properly in the event of a crash.

Ford's Sold Out GT Supercar Gets Naked for 2020


The entire run of the Ford GT may have been spoken for, but that didn’t stop the guys at Ford Performance from releasing a mid-cycle refresh that boosts the outputs of the supercar’s 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6.

This is the Longest Facade Among Nissan Dealerships in the Country


To bring the company’s innovative products and services to more Filipinos nationwide, Nissan inaugurated its first dealership for 2020 in Clark, Pampanga in partnership with Innovation Motors.

While Philippines Waits for the Volkswagen Teramont, It Gets Refreshed in the US


While Volkswagen Philippines’s plans to bring in the 7-seater Teramont remain up in the air, its North American twin, the Atlas has just seen a refresh.

Hyundai Chairman is First Korean Inducted into Automotive Hall of Fame


Hyundai Motor Group Chairman Mong-Koo Chung will be inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame, the industry’s highest honor.

Isuzu is Philippines's Best-Selling Truck Brand for 20 Straight Years


According to the latest figures supplied by the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) and the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI), Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) retains its leadership in the Commercial Vehicle (CV) truck category.

Ford Philippines Breaks Ground at 50th Dealership


Ford Philippines, together with Fairlane Automotive Ventures, Inc. (FAVI), kicked off the construction of its 50th dealership facility in the country in Talisay City, Cebu with a ceremonial groundbreaking event.

February 6, 2020

Nissan Shoves a 3.8-liter V6 and 9-speed Automatic into their Pickup Truck


Consider us lucky. While the Philippines has had the Nissan Navara (D23) since 2014, other markets like the United States has had to content with the D40, known as the Frontier over there which makes the pickup truck 16 years old.

The 5 Most Searched Cars by Filipinos? Fuccboi Specials


You want to know what’s the most searched car by Filipino buyers? It’s the Honda Civic. That’s based on data compiled of all the searches made by customers on online classifieds giant, Carousell.

The 2020 Toyota Fortuner, Alphard Gains Added Safety Features


Toyota Motor Philippines updates the Fortuner SUV and Alphard luxury MPV with more safety features this 2020.

Mazda3, CX-30 Shortlisted in 2020 World Car of the Year and World Car Design of the Year


Narrowing its field from a shortlist of 29, the jurors of the World Car of the Year revealed its 10 finalists. Chosen by 86 international automotive journalists, the finalists were selected by secret ballot. This year’s list is interesting to say the least with three Koreans in the Top 10 and only one Japanese brand, Mazda.

The Kia Sonet Sets Its Sights on the Ford EcoSport, Suzuki Vitara


Kia has finally unveiled its own sub-compact SUV that’s designed to slot below the Seltos: meet the Sonet.

February 5, 2020

Starting This February, Toyota PH Ups the Vios's Warranty


With a dizzying array of variants available for its best-selling vehicle, the Vios, Toyota Motor Philippines just made a huge distinction for those opting to buy the upper trim models: a longer standard warranty.

Toyota Motor Philippines's Discounting the Vios by P 125,000 for the Next 10 Days


Holy February savings, Batman! Toyota Motor Philippines just slashed the prices of their best-selling vehicles! The offer, part of their Toyota Price Slash is valid only for 10 days (up to February 15, 2020) and covers the Vios, Hiace, Wigo, Avanza, Innova, Rush, and Hilux!

Why the 2020 Mazda3 Deserves Its Title as Women's World Car of the Year


If you happen to ask me what my favorite car brands are, Mazda would definitely be part of the list. With its impeccably clean lines, it’s not difficult to fall in love with it. Add to that their refusal to compromise on the driving experience, and you can bet that Mazda’s “Jinba-ittai” or “horse and rider” as one philosophy will make your everyday commute feel special.

This February, the Honda BR-V is More Affordable Than Either the Xpander or Rush


Honda Cars Philippines is continuing its offers on the City, BR-V, Brio, and CR-V this February with their “Drive to 2020” promo. Aside from cash discounts, some models are now available with an all-in low downpayment as low as P 10,000.