May 29, 2020
This Lego Technic Lamborghini is What We Want for Christmas
Lamborghini and the Lego have partnered to produce the Lego Technic Lamborghini Sián FKP 37: a 3,696 piece, 1:8 scale model that embodies the unmistakable power and stunning looks of the hybrid Lamborghini super sports car.
Filed Under:
Lamborghini Corporate,
LEGO,
News
May 28, 2020
All-New Nissan Z, Refreshed Navara and Terra Due in Next 18 Months
As part of the four-year plan, Nissan Motor will take decisive action to transform its business by streamlining unprofitable operations and surplus facilities, alongside structural reforms. The company will also reduce fixed costs by rationalizing its production capacity, global product range, and expenses.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan Navara,
Nissan Terra,
Nissan Z
Every Inch of the LRT Gets Disinfected with UV Rays
When the LRT-1 goes back on line on June 1, commuters are ensured of their health and safety thanks to measures undertaken by operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC). Establishing a partnership with the University of the Philippines Diliman’s National Engineering Center (UPNEC) it has upgraded its disinfection measures to include Ultraviolet C (UV-C) technology.
Reserve a 2020 Geely Azkarra Now, Get a P 100k Discount
Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the exclusive distributor of Geely is extending the launch discount of its newest compact SUV, the Azkarra (read here for the full specs and details).
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Geely Azkarra,
Geely Corporate,
News
Could the Chery Tiggo 2 be Your First "New Normal" Car?
With the COVID-19 pandemic sure to affect public transportation, it seems a private vehicle becomes the best and safest way to transport oneself (and the family). But a brand-new car is expensive, right? Wrong, if you’re looking at the Chery Tiggo 2.
Filed Under:
Chery Corporate,
Chery Tiggo 2,
News,
Sub-Compact SUV
The Next "Gymkhana" Video will Feature a Subaru!
There will be a new car and driver for the next Gymkhana video. After ten videos, Ken Block is passing the torch over to professional rally driver Travis Pastrana who will drive a Subaru.
Filed Under:
News,
Subaru WRX STI
Toyota PH's Welcome Back Promo Gives Owners Free Anti-Bacterial Treatment
Toyota is launching a Welcome Back promo which gives one (1) free interior sanitation treatment for customers who avail of any or a combination of the following services at participating Toyota dealer outlets: Periodic Maintenance (PM), General Service (GS), and Body & Paint (BP).
Filed Under:
News,
Service,
Toyota Corporate
Ford Wants to Use Its Vehicles' Climate Control to Neutralize Viruses
Ford is looking to tap their cars’ climate control to help neutralize viruses via a software enhancement. The American carmaker is now pilot-testing it using its Explorer-based Police Interceptor Utility.
Filed Under:
COVID-19,
Ford Corporate,
Ford Explorer,
News,
Technology
Hyundai Vehicles to Have Starring Role in Upcoming Sony Pictures Films
Hyundai vehicles will take a starring role in upcoming Sony films as the two companies have entered into a multi-picture promotional partnership. Under the deal, Hyundai vehicles will be shown in upcoming films made by Sony Pictures, while Hyundai will offer substantial marketing support.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
News
Mitsubishi to Develop Small Cars for Nissan for ASEAN
There will be no merger Renault-Nissan merger, instead there will be a deeper level of cooperation between the two car companies. This plan was announced as one of the world’s leading automotive alliances seek to enhance its competitiveness and profitability.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News,
Nissan Corporate,
Renault Corporate
May 27, 2020
Hyundai Motor Company Boosts PH Fight Against COVID-19
Hyundai Motor Company (HMC), through H.A.R.I. Foundation, Inc. (HFI), the corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm of Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), donated a fresh supply of 2,200 personal protective equipment (PPEs) to the Lung Center of the Philippines under HFI’s ongoing Biyahe ng Bayani COVID response campaign.
Filed Under:
COVID-19,
CSR,
Hyundai Corporate,
News
Get the Suzuki Ciaz with a P 160,000 Discount
As the country begins to bounce back from setbacks caused by the on-going pandemic, Suzuki Philippines (SPH) announces the re-opening of its showrooms with offers that open the door for first-time car buyers.
Filed Under:
News,
Suzuki Ciaz,
Suzuki Corporate,
Suzuki DZire,
Suzuki S-Presso,
Suzuki XL7
MMDA: Buses, Jeepneys Not Allowed to Operate in NCR's GCQ
Commuters take note: public utility buses and jeepneys still won’t be allowed to operate even when the National Capital Region shifts to General Community Quarantine (GCQ) on June 1.
Ford PH Managed to Fit 10,000 Face Shields onto Two Ranger Pickup Trucks
After hauling baked products and PPEs to front liners, Ford Philippines once again tapped its hardworking Ranger pickup truck to donate 10,000 face shields to the Department of Health (DOH) and Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).
Filed Under:
COVID-19,
CSR,
Ford Corporate,
Ford Ranger,
News
Centro Starts Offering Easy to Install Plastic Barriers for PUVs
Centro Manufacturing Corporation today announced that it has developed social distancing dividers for utility vehicles it manufactures. It is now also developing this for its modern PUVs as well.
Filed Under:
Centro Corporate,
COVID-19,
News
Finally, Someone's Designed Heat-Reflecting Leather Seats
Well, it’s about damn time. Butts have suffered long enough sitting on hot leather seats, it’s surprising it’s taken this long for one carmaker to answer the call of designing seats which remain cooler for a longer period of time.
Filed Under:
Mercedes-Benz Corporate,
News,
Technology
BMW Refreshes 5 Series for 2021
BMW is updating its 5 Series sedan for 2021 bringing improvements to its exterior and interior design, aerodynamics and technology, and the introduction of a new 48-volt mild hybrid system.
Filed Under:
BMW 5 Series,
Luxury Car,
News
Kia Gives the 2021 Rio Hatchback a Boost in Looks, Power
After refreshing its Picanto city car, Kia’s now giving the same treatment to its sub-compact hatchback, the Rio. For 2021, the Rio sports a range of enhancements to, in Kia’s words, reinvigorate its position in the B-segment.
Filed Under:
Kia Rio,
News,
Sub-Compact
Modified Number Coding Scheme to Greet Motorists on June 1
UPDATE 2: It remains suspended from June 8 until further notice due to the limitation of public transportation (6/7).
UPDATE 1: The MMDA has decided to postpone the implementation of the modified number coding scheme from June 1-5, 2020. Makati City, however, announced that modified number coding will start on Monday in that city. (5/30).
May 26, 2020
The 808-horsepower Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye is Now Available in the Philippines
After surprising many with the availability of the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack late last year, Auto Nation Group, the official distributor of Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and RAM in the Philippines is upping the muscle car ante with the announcement that the Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye is also available for orders locally.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Dodge Challenger,
News,
Sports Car
Aston Martin Appoints New President and CEO
There’s a new man at the top of Aston Martin as Dr. Andy Palmer steps down as the company’s President and Group Chief Executive. In his place is 54-year old Tobias Moers of Mercedes-AMG. Moers will join the British supercar maker effective August 1, 2020.
Filed Under:
Aston Martin Corporate,
News
Could the Kia K2500 Be the Most Flexible Light-Duty Truck in the Market?
Business owners, read up: if you need one of the most versatile light-duty trucks available in the market today, consider the 2020 Kia K2500.
Filed Under:
Kia Corporate,
Kia CV,
Kia K-Series,
News
Sonax Products are Now Available on Lazada PH
Sonax, the high-quality car detailing brand can now be delivered straight to your door. This comes as Sonax Philippines is making its products available on online shopping site, Lazada with its very own LazMall store (direct link to the store is at the bottom).
Filed Under:
News,
Sonax Corporate
Skyway Will Have New Traffic Scheme Starting May 31
San Miguel Corporation (SMC) yesterday said construction of the P 10-billion Skyway Extension project is moving at a steady pace with safety protocols in place following the government’s go-signal to resume work last May 15.
Sedans, Hatchbacks are Losing Favor with Buyers
People are shifting away from traditional sedans and hatchbacks, and preferring to go for SUVs and pickup trucks instead—that’s the definitive conclusion reached by JATO Dynamics, an automotive business intelligence firm. Their data from 54 markets across the globe indicates that demand for so-called “traditional cars” were negatively impacted by the volatile environment more so than any other body type marking a big change for the industry.
Filed Under:
Compact,
Compact SUV,
News
The 7-Seater 2020 MG RX8 is Coming to PH Showrooms by August
MG is set to bring in their own 7-seater SUV, and we don’t have to wait that long. Sources say that after a canceled preview at April’s Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), Philippine distributor The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI) is pushing ahead with an August reveal, at the latest.
Filed Under:
MG RX8,
Mid-sized SUV,
News,
Rumors
Hyundai Teases 2021 Santa Fe
Hyundai has released a first glimpse of its all-new 2021 Santa Fe. The latest generation of the company’s longest-running flagship SUV will feature a “dignified and charismatic” exterior design, as well as interior design updates providing premium sensibility and comfort.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Santa Fe,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
May 25, 2020
Speed-Limited Volvos Start Arriving at Showrooms
A year after Volvo Cars announced that they’ll be capping off the terminal velocity of their cars to 180 km/h, the first batch of these speed-limited Volvos are now being shipped to showrooms nationwide.
Filed Under:
News,
Safety,
Technology,
Volvo Corporate
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