Disgraced former Nissan President Carlos Ghosn may have escaped Japan, but that’s not stopping his former employer from suing him to the tune of 10 billion yen (around 5 billion pesos).
February 13, 2020
Nissan Sues Its Former Chairman for 10 Billion Yen
Disgraced former Nissan President Carlos Ghosn may have escaped Japan, but that’s not stopping his former employer from suing him to the tune of 10 billion yen (around 5 billion pesos).
Kia PH President Says 2019 Sales Wasn't a Fluke
In their first full year as the distributors of Kia, AC Motors, a wholly-owned company of Ayala Corporation saw its sales rise to 5,019 units compared to 2,238 units in 2018. The 124 percent increase is, undoubtedly, spectacular, but still a far cry from the projected 10,000-unit per annum sales they mentioned at the start of 2019.
There is a Non-Hybrid Honda Jazz After All
Honda shocked the world in announcing that the all-new Jazz/Fit will be available only in a gasoline-electric hybrid set-up. True enough, when it was unveiled globally at the Tokyo Motor Show last year, it debuted a new 2-motor hybrid system that’s part of Honda’s e:HEV brand push.
Honda Cars PH Just Phased Out the Rallye Red Civic RS Turbo
Fans of the Rallye Red color on the Honda Civic RS Turbo, here’s some bad news for you. Honda Cars Philippines is phasing this bright, sporty hue out. The good news? Here is a more formal, darker shade called Ignite Red Metallic.
Good Boy BMW Owners Are Qualified for a 5-Year / 200,000-Kilometer Warranty
Hey BMW owner, have you been a good boy? Have you followed the prescribed service schedule? Have you kept your Bimmer in stock condition? Well, here’s a reward for you: a three year, 100,000-kilometer extension on your original warranty.
Score Free Starbucks GCs When You Spend Your Valentine's Weekend at These Subaru Dealerships
Confused on where to spend the Valentine’s Day weekend? How about spending some of it over at Subaru Bonifacio Global City, Subaru C5 – Pasig, Subaru Greenhills, or Subaru Manila Bay. If you do, you can score a free Starbucks Gift Certificate.
February 12, 2020
Confirmed: the 2020 Maxus T60 is Arriving First Week of March
Attention pickup buyers: mark your calendars because there’s a new choice coming, and it’s from Maxus—a Chinese-by-way-of-England brand.
You'll be Able to Ride Around a Poké Ball in the Near Future
Ever wondered what it’ll be like to ride inside a poké ball? Well, here’s the closest thing, and it’s the brainchild of McLaren F1 designer, Gordon Murray.
The Nissan Leaf Will Now Lull You to Sleep
Some parents will probably know that car rides have this magical effect of lulling babies and toddlers to sleep. Apparently, there’s a reason behind this and it’s down to the naturally soothing sound frequencies of internal combustion engines. But what happens if everyone shifts to electric? What then?
Geely Expands to Cagayan de Oro
Geely hits the ground in Mindanao with the launching of Geely Cagayan de Oro. Grand Cars, Incorporated was selected as the partner dealer in the area by Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the exclusive distributor of Geely in the Philippines. Celebrating its opening, the several Coolray sub-compact SUVs were released to its new owners.
These are the Major Car Brands Exhibiting at the 2020 Manila International Auto Show
Boldly facing the dawn of a new era, the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) will open its doors once more this April 2 to 5, 2020 at the World Trade Center Manila (WTCMM).
February 11, 2020
First Philippine Drive: 2020 Kia Seltos 2.0 SX
With Director Bong Joon-ho and his movie, Parasite winning big at the Academy Awards, it’s yet another visible sign that Korea’s ready for the limelight. Their successful invasion of global popular culture, from gadgets to music to food, and now, to movies has left an indelible mark in the way people think and act. Selling 324 units in two months, the Kia Seltos could very well be that invasive force in the crossover segment.
The Blaupunkt Dakota BP800Play is Your Solution to Traffic Boredom (w/ Brochure)
Staying connected is one of the “must-haves” for Filipino motorists. With more time stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic, infotainment has become integral to help pass the hours-long crawl. And while some are content with the usual AM/FM, what about those who play their personalized Spotify playlist or rely Waze or Google Maps for directions?
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.
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