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February 18, 2020

The Nissan LEAF Proves How Reliable EVs Can Be

While the headline at the 2020 J.D. Power U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study was Hyundai’s luxury division, Genesis beating both Lexus and Porsche, there’s also one interesting takeaway in the study: the Nissan Leaf just beat everyone else as the most dependable compact car.

Put a smile on your face, because the BMW Joyfest returns this February 21 to 23, 2020 at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

Philip Morris Fortune Tobacco Corporation (PMFTC) recently acquired 96 brand new units of fleet vehicles from Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC). The recent purchase comprised of 48 units of L300, 46 units of Montero Sport, and 2 units of Pajero. The acquisition of these units is part of PMFTC fleet expansion.

Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) introduced Atsuhiro Okamoto as TMP’s incoming president in a formal ceremony witnessed by members of the business community at the Grand Hyatt Manila. The event highlighted TMP’s successes in the past 4 years under the leadership of outgoing president Satoru Suzuki, and presented a glimpse of how Toyota will transform into a mobility company, which aims to improve people’s daily lives through various mobility solutions.

The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), the exclusive distributor of Chevrolet in the Philippines has released an official statement regarding General Motor’s decision to withdraw the Chevrolet brand from the Thailand market, and to sell its Rayong manufacturing facility.

UPDATED: Chevrolet to Stop Production in Thailand, To Pull Out of Thai Market by End of 2020

UPDATE: Chevrolet PH has released an official statement. Read it here (2/18).

Today is a sad day for Chevrolet. General Motors, the parent company of the bowtie brand said that they have put up their Rayong, Thailand manufacturing facility up for sale, and that they’re withdrawing altogether from the highly-competitive Thai domestic market by the end of the year.

Kia Motors has revealed the first official images of the All-New Kia Sorento today, ahead of its first public appearance at the 2020 Geneva International Motor Show in a few weeks time.

British United Automobiles, the exclusive distributor of MINI in the Philippines, announces the arrival of the 2020 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman and John Cooper Works Countryman—a pair of 300-plus horsepower, factory-tuned premium compacts that now rightfully earn their place as part of MINI’s top-tier JCW family.

I don’t want to admit it, but it’s clear: Volkswagen’s fumbling in the Philippine market. Most dare not say this out of fear of losing ad revenue, but I would be doing you, my dear reader, a great disservice if I didn’t say otherwise. If you want proof to see how far they’ve gone down, there’s no clearer sign than this: the Santana GTS. It’s a million-plus-peso hatchback/wagon that, frankly, shouldn’t exist.

Zenith has worked with Land Rover to create a special edition watch celebrating the all-new Land Rover Defender.

Pop quiz: which Japanese carmaker you think is worth more? Nissan or Subaru? If you guessed Nissan, well you’re right…at least until last Friday.

Do you think there’s a market for an executive sedan with the ride height of an SUV? MG thinks so and to prove it, here’s the MG RC-6.

Volvo Cars and Geely Automobile is considering a merger in a bid to accelerate their financial and technological synergies.

The demise of diesel has been greatly exaggerated. Despite investing a large chunk of its product development on electric vehicles, Volkswagen has also announced that its eight-generation Golf is still getting a high-performance diesel. The Golf GTD will make its official global debut this March.

Ford is Discounting the EcoSport by as Much as P 130k, Ranger by P 100k

Ford Philippines is offering cash discounts on pretty much their entire line-up sans the Ranger Raptor and Mustang from now until March 31, 2020. This gives customers more deals for a longer period of time.

When Mazda first came out with the all-new Mazda3 and refreshed Mazda6, one of the complaints lashed out on these two vehicles is the lack of front fog lights. Though engineers did manage to tuck the function into the headlights, it still was a concern for those who’re used to seeing additional set of driving lights mounted closer to the ground.

Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) together with Toyota Cagayan de Oro, Inc. (TCO) recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for the leading automotive company’s newest dealership in Mindanao - Toyota Dipolog City.

Dear Xian, you know why Nadine Lustre didn’t answer your “Mustang bouquet”? It’s because you were trying to give her the WRONG Mustang. But hey, we understand your confusion; we’re so confused as well.

Research company J.D. Power has released its 2020 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, and the result is quite surprising.

Did you just buy a 2020 Toyota GR Supra? Well, that’s too bad because here comes the 2021 model, and guess what? It comes with more power as standard.

Toyota Motor PH is Recalling RAV4s for Airbag-Related Issue

Yet another car model joins the growing list requiring new airbags due to faulty ones installed by the now-defunct Takata, but not for the usual reason. Toyota Motor Philippines is announcing that 1,157 units of the RAV4 will require a new driver’s airbag.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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February 18, 2020

The Nissan LEAF Proves How Reliable EVs Can Be

Smile Because the All-New BMW 1 Series is Set for Its Public Debut This Weekend

Philip Morris Fortune Tobacco Chooses Mitsubishi for Its Fleet Needs

28-Year Toyota, Lexus Veteran is New Toyota Motor Philippines President

Chevrolet PH Assures Adequate Aftersales Support Amidst GM Decision to Shutter ASEAN Assembly

February 17, 2020

UPDATED: Chevrolet to Stop Production in Thailand, To Pull Out of Thai Market by End of 2020

Kia's Had Enough of Leaks and Teasers, Releases Images of All-New 2021 Sorento SUV

MINI PH Brings In the 2020 John Cooper Works Countryman and Clubman

Review: 2020 Volkswagen Santana GTS 180 MPI SE Blaupunkt

Land Rover and Zenith Team Up to Celebrate the All-New Defender

Nissan is Now Worth Less than Subaru

The 2020 MG RC-6 Adds SUV Ride Height to an Executive Sedan Body

Volvo Cars and Geely Automobile is Set to Merge

Diesels Aren't Dead as Volkswagen is Set to Release High-Performance Golf GTD

February 14, 2020

Ford is Discounting the EcoSport by as Much as P 130k, Ranger by P 100k

No Fog Lights? No Worries. Mazda Cited for Good Headlights as 5 Models End Up as Top Safety Picks

Toyota Dealership to Rise in Zamboanga Del Norte

Now We Know Why Nadine Lustre Didn't Answer Xian Gaza's "Mustang Bouquet"

Hyundai's Genesis Beats Lexus, Porsche in Vehicle Dependability

The 2021 Toyota GR Supra is Quicker and Handles Better

February 13, 2020

Toyota Motor PH is Recalling RAV4s for Airbag-Related Issue

Nissan Sues Its Former Chairman for 10 Billion Yen

Kia PH President Says 2019 Sales Wasn't a Fluke

There is a Non-Hybrid Honda Jazz After All

Honda Cars PH Just Phased Out the Rallye Red Civic RS Turbo

Good Boy BMW Owners Are Qualified for a 5-Year / 200,000-Kilometer Warranty

Score Free Starbucks GCs When You Spend Your Valentine's Weekend at These Subaru Dealerships

February 12, 2020

Confirmed: the 2020 Maxus T60 is Arriving First Week of March