June 18, 2020
It's Been 25 Years Since McLaren Won Le Mans, So They've Celebrating It With This
It’s hard to imagine, but it’s been 25 years since McLaren shocked the world with a victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Commemorating that achievement, McLaren Automotive is coming up with a limited edition 720S.
Filed Under:
McLaren 720S,
News,
Sports Car
June 17, 2020
6 Things Toyota Motor PH Revealed About the Wigo Buyer
Are you a first-time car buyer? Do you understand the current limitation on public transportation? Do you value your health and safety given the COVID-19 pandemic? If you’ve said, “yes” to all these, then you’re the 2020 Wigo’s target market.
Filed Under:
Feature,
Sub-Compact,
Toyota Wigo
The Newly Launched Isuzu D-Max Boondock 4x4 Gets a P 95k Discount (w/ Video)
Marking the arrival of the D-Max Boondock 4x4, Isuzu Philippines Corporation is giving a substantial introductory discount to all those who want a piece of this tough-looking pickup truck. You can check out the full details on the D-Max Boondock 4x4 here.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Isuzu D-Max,
News,
Pick-Up
Did Ford PH's Own Mother Company Spoil the F-150 Announcement?
Rendering courtesy of the F150Gen14 Forum |
Filed Under:
Ford Corporate,
Ford F-150,
News
This is the 2021 Mazda BT-50
Mazda has shown off the all-new 2021 BT-50, a pickup truck now designed and engineered in collaboration with Isuzu. Thanks to its new partner, the BT-50 aims to take the fight in the competitive pickup truck segment breaking off a long-time partnership with Ford.
Filed Under:
Mazda BT-50,
News,
Pick-Up
BMW PH to Premiere First-Ever 2 Series Gran Coupe on June 20
SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. (SMC ACDC), the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, is set to introduce two new vehicles in the premium segment. On June 20, at 8:00 PM, BMW will host an event across its digital platforms to unveil the first-ever BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé and the new BMW Motorrad F900R.
Filed Under:
BMW 2 Series,
BMW Corporate,
Events,
Luxury Car,
News
SsangYong, Changan Vehicles Come with Discounts, Low All-in Downpayments This June
Auto Asia, the official distributor of SsangYong and Changan (Kaicene by July 1) vehicles and parts in the Philippines, is celebrating its first-year anniversary this coming June 20th. To commemorate this milestone, all Auto Asia showrooms will make owning a brand-new SsangYong and Changan model, easier and hassle-free with exciting promos and discounts for this month.
Filed Under:
Changan Corporate,
Kaicene Corporate,
News,
SsangYong Corporate
You Can Now Buy a Scale Model of One of the Most Beautiful Mazda Concept Cars Ever Made
Mazda is finally expanding its official merchandise line, the Mazda Collection to include some 100th anniversary goodies.
Filed Under:
Mazda Corporate,
News
The Ford Mustang Mach 1 Returns After a 17-Year Hiatus
After a 17-year hiatus, the Mustang Mach 1 returns making it the best-performing 5.0-liter V8 in Ford’s stable. Bridging the gap between the Mustang GT and Shelby models, the Mach 1 adds aero enhancements, competition-capable suspension upgrades, and a driver-focused cockpit.
Filed Under:
Ford Mustang,
News,
Sports Car
June 16, 2020
Jaguar PH is Launching the All-Electric I-PACE in July
After being beaten to the punch by Hyundai, it looks like Nissan will have to be content with second runner-up when it comes to EV introductions as another carmaker has thrown their hat into the zero emissions ring: Jaguar.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Jaguar Corporate,
Jaguar I-PACE,
News
All Volvo Plug-in Hybrids Now Come with a Free Home Charger
Volvo Philippines is finally fixing one of the nuisances associated with Plug-In Hybrid (or EV) ownership: they are now offering free home installation of its Volvo Wallbox to all T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid owners.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Service,
Volvo S90,
Volvo XC60,
Volvo XC90
Yes Folks, Ford PH is Bringing in the F-150 This Month
Update: Read the full launch story here (6/24).
This month marks the return of the Ford F-150 to the Philippine market. The big, bold, and brash full-sized pickup truck will join the likes of the Mustang, Explorer, and Expedition as build-up units sourced from North America.
Filed Under:
Ford F-150,
News,
Pick-Up,
Rumors
The 2021 Lexus IS Polishes, But Doesn't Re-Write the Sports Sedan Rules
Despite the world’s insatiable appetite for SUVs and crossovers, Lexus is still banking on the compact sports sedan segment and with that unveiled the 2021 Lexus IS.
Filed Under:
Lexus IS,
Luxury Car,
News
The Ford Transit Trail is a Ranger Raptor-inspired Deliver Anywhere Van
Your eyes aren’t deceiving you: Ford just gave its Transit van a Ranger Raptor-like makeover, and yes, it’s not a one-off. It’ll be made available at showrooms, if you live in Europe.
Filed Under:
Entry-Level MPV,
Ford Transit,
News
Get the 2020 Mazda CX-9 for Just P 28,271 Monthly for 5 Years
For the month of June, Mazda Philippines makes owning its flagship luxury 7-seater Crossover more accessible than ever before. Until June 30, 2020, the Mazda CX-9 AWD Signature is made available for only P 28,271 per month for five years with financing from Bank of the Philippine Islands (assumes 50 percent downpayment).
Filed Under:
Mazda Corporate,
Mazda CX-9,
News
June 15, 2020
This is the 2021 Nissan X-Trail
The first key part of Nissan’s turnaround plan has just been unveiled. The 2021 X-Trail (aka Rogue in the U.S.) makes its global debut with a stronger, more SUV-honed body, more upscale interior, and improved powertrain.
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
News,
Nissan X-Trail
Here's the Full List, Prices of the 2020 Toyota Wigo's Genuine Accessories
Positioned as a starter car, the 2020 Toyota Wigo is made to appeal to a broad market segment. With that, Toyota Motor Philippines is making available a wide list of accessories for its best-selling entry-level passenger car.
Filed Under:
News,
Sub-Compact,
Toyota Wigo
"Kinto," Toyota's Car Leasing Program Will be Launching This Month in the Philippines
It’s confirmed: Toyota Motor Philippines will be launching a long-term car leasing program within the month. As predicted last April, the program will be called Kinto.
Filed Under:
News,
PHL Auto Industry,
Toyota Corporate
Toyota Motor PH Officially Launches 2020 Wigo with Prices Starting at P 568k (w/ Brochure)
Toyota Motor Philippines made history with its first digital launch. Featuring the 2020 Wigo, the sub-compact hatchback is being positioned as an ideal starter car, especially when social distancing’s important in the “new normal.”
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
Sub-Compact,
Toyota Wigo
This Kia People Carrier Makes Social Distancing Easy
With companies now having to provide some kind of shuttle service to their employees in the “new normal,” Kia is giving business owners an ideal people mover in the Kia K2500 Karga.
Filed Under:
Kia CV,
Kia K-Series,
News
Email Trail Points at How Nissan Orchestrated Carlos Ghosn's Ouster
A few days after the arrest of then Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn in 2018, reports surfaced that his public and humiliating treatment was part of a power play within the company. At the time, it was all anecdotal but now it seems there’s an email trail to back it up.
Filed Under:
Carlos Ghosn,
News,
Nissan Corporate
Honda Finally Understands: Not Everyone Likes the 2020 Jazz's New Look
When the all-new, fourth-generation Honda Jazz (aka Fit) made its global debut in Japan, the design didn’t really sit with a vast majority of enthusiasts. Most dismissed it as too cute and not really a match for Honda’s sporty positioning.
Filed Under:
Honda Jazz,
News,
Sub-Compact
Shop for Thousands of Auto Parts and Accessories at Liquidation Prices
Leading Philippine-based online auto parts store, PartsPro is now launching its very own outlet store where you can now get overstocked and demo items at liquidation prices.
Filed Under:
News
You Can Now Book a Jeepney on Lalamove
Lalamove, in partnership with the Quezon City local government, launches a one-of-a-kind vehicle to cater to the delivery needs of the QC residents, the LalaJeep. The project’s goal is to help jeepney drivers who were displaced from work due to the community quarantine. This will also provide more affordable options for business owners who are heavily reliant on the delivery app as they move essential goods and shift their business online and delivery-enabled to adapt to the new norm.
Filed Under:
News
Review: 2020 Jeep Compass
Apple pie, McDonald’s, and Jeep—there are no other things that give off a strong whiff of Americana than these. Jeep, in particular, is associated as the freedom fighter that trampled on the Nazis. It’s probably more G.I. Joe than Duke and Sgt. Slaughter put together. So, what happens when this unequivocal piece of what makes America great gets made in, of all places, China?
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Driver's Seat,
Jeep Compass
June 13, 2020
2020 Geely Azkarra Luxury 48V EMS vs 2021 Subaru Forester e-Boxer
Subaru made the news when they announced that they’re bringing in the Forester e-Boxer into the Philippines. This move was supposed to make them the first mainstream brand to offer a hybrid-powered compact SUV. Set for a third quarter 2020 launch date, the Forester found itself sabotaged by an unexpected carmaker: Geely.
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Feature,
Geely Azkarra,
News,
Subaru Forester
Subaru Now Offers EyeSight-inspired Safety Tech as Retrofit Kit for Impreza, XV
Subaru is taking vehicle safety very seriously, and to show that, they’ve begun to offer a retrofit kit (at least in Japan) that gives owners the ability to add one important EyeSight-like function: pedal misapplication mitigation.
Filed Under:
News,
Safety,
Subaru Corporate,
Subaru Impreza,
Subaru XV,
Technology
At P 212K, This is the Cheapest "Global" EV in China
You’re looking at the cheapest electric vehicle from a global automaker in China: the SAIC-GM-Wuling Hongguan Mini EV.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News
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