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August 4, 2020

Toyota Motor PH on Current Economic Situation: This Will Be Our Finest Moment


Toyota celebrates 32 years of operations in the Philippines on a very hopeful note, highlighted by the recent launch of its new 2020 Toyota Vios. As the country starts to recover from the challenges brought about by the coronavirus pandemic, Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) renews its partnership with the Filipino people in its pursuit of nation building.

MG Philippines Recognized as One of the World's Best


The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), exclusive distributor of MG in the Philippines, received the Five Star Distributor award—the highest recognition among all international MG distributors—at the recent 2020 MG Overseas Dealers and Distributors Conference held online last July 27, 2020. In attendance of the online, cloud-based event were various MG distributors from over eighty (80) countries where MG is available. 

August 3, 2020

2021 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Joins the 200-Horsepower Club


Toyota’s long-serving Land Cruiser Prado gets an update for 2021 giving it a more powerful engine and added safety features.

Mazda Introduces a New Engine Called e-Skyactiv-G


Mazda sure had us fooled. After introducing it as their first full electric vehicle (EV), the freestyle doored MX-30 is arriving as a self-charging hybrid for selected market in the next few months.

LTO Gives Expiring Motor Vehicle Registrations Up to September 30 to Renew


With several major parts of the Philippines going back to Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ) starting tomorrow, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has issued a new advisory which further extends the registration renewal for vehicles expiring in June, July, and August 2020.

Review: 2020 Mazda6 2.5 Turbo Signature


Just when you thought all the stories about the Mazda6 could be told, Mazda Philippines brought in what could be considered as this generation’s, “Mi Ultimo Adios”—the sedan fitted with the 2.5-liter Skyactiv-Turbo engine. While it doesn’t drastically alter the general formula, it does manage to unlock additional miles in the segment’s already most fun-to-drive executive car.

As NCR Goes Back to MECQ, Here's a Reminder of What It Looks Like for the Transport Sector


Answering the plea of those in the medical community, the Philippine government has opted to bring back the National Capital Region (NCR), Laguna, Cavite, Rizal, and Bulacan back to Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine or MECQ starting on Tuesday, August 4 to Tuesday, August 18, 2020. With that, it’s best to be reminded with regards to the transportation sector:

August 2, 2020

How Terriyaki Burgers Inspired Honda to Design a New Kind of Seat Fabric


Those who eat in their cars know that oil stains are a bitch to remove. The moment that French fry or chicken nugget hits the car seat, it’s game over. Not only do they turn unsightly, but they leave odors which turn that new car smell into something closer to that of your favorite fast food place. And while carmakers have experimented with water-repellant fabrics, these aren’t enough to prevent greasy food, or their remnants from penetrating into the car seat. That is until now.

Conquer the Roads with the Hyundai Kona


Good looks can only get you so far in life, even in cars. It’s so easy to be enamored with a vehicle’s aesthetics to the point that it has also become easy to look the other way if the performance isn’t up to par.

Goodyear Tires are Now Sold on Lazada PH


The latest automotive brand to join Lazada’s growing portfolio is Goodyear. Starting today, you can purchase brand-new Goodyear passenger car, SUV, and light-duty truck tires from the comfort of your own home.

August 1, 2020

Please Don't Use Alcohol or Bleach to Clean Your Car's Interior


While it’s true that we should all prioritize our own health and safety, we should also consider the effect disinfectants can have on our cars, especially the interior. With that, it’s just as important that we invest in the right sort of cleaning solution and/or agent.

Nissan Now Allows You to Pay for Parking Using Your Car's Electricity


Nissan is giving customers yet another reason to love their electric cars: the ability to pay for parking with electricity.

July 31, 2020

These 10 Cars are Judged to Have Easiest to Use Interiors for 2020


WardsAuto has just released their 10 Best UX (User Experience). It comes a month after the U.S.-based publication released their 10 Best Interiors.

Lexus PH Brings in Updated 2020 NX SUV with Better Handling, Added Standard Features


The Lexus NX crossover was engineered and designed to please not only the most discerning driving enthusiasts, but also those who are looking for a comfortable and practical vehicle that can do it all. It seems like a tall order, but Lexus has the know-how and experience when it comes to building capable crossovers that deliver an engaging on-road driving experience, and still have the capability to tackle more challenging terrain.

Get Used Cars with as Much as P 150,000 Discount at Carousell PH's Car-O-Sale


Carousell, one of the world’s largest and fastest growing online classifieds, launches its first-ever used car sale in the Philippines titled “Car-o-Sale”. Through this campaign, it aims to help jump start businesses of its automotive merchants, many of which are long time listers since its early days as OLX. In addition, it is set to provide potential car buyers with a wide selection of quality used vehicles from its list of trusted sellers, paired with great deals.

Subaru STI Just Came Up with Their Own Original Watch


Normally, carmakers enter into collaborations with established watch makers to make some nice wrist candy. But what happens if a carmaker decides to come up with their own case design from scratch? What happens is the new Subaru STI watch.

Known only by its code, D1VH31A, it’s an original watch designed by Subaru’s Motorsports Division, STI to show its “passion for manufacturing.”


The “D” in its name points to the main motif of the watch which is the pink gold disc rotor etched with the words, “STI.” The brake caliper also acts as the watch crown, with the adjustment made to look like a valve step cap. The hour, minute, and second hand vary in thickness and length for easy legibility, while a scratch-resistant sapphire glass covers the face. The quick-release 18 mm silicon strap also carries the STI logo. Sized at 36 mm, the D1VH31A watch is unisex and comes in three colors: white, black, and cherry red.

The watch itself features a quartz movement. It makes 20 vibrations per 5 seconds to express the importance of 1/1000th of a second in motorsports. A sweeping second hand makes it as smooth as a mechanical watch. It’s water resistant up to 3 ATM.


Currently, this original Subaru STI watch is only available for sale in Japan. Priced at 27,000 Yen (P 12,700~), it can be purchased through the official Subaru online store (Cherry Red, White, Black).

You Can Now Buy a Subaru Without Stepping Foot into One of Their Dealerships


Good news! You can now buy a brand-new Subaru without even having to step foot into one of their showrooms. Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru has just rolled out Subaru SPEED: Shopping Platform from Electronic Enquiry (so British) up to Delivery. Check it out here.

July 30, 2020

Bactakleen Now Offers a Device That Can Clean Rooms Too


The same company which brought to market a portable bacterial and disinfection solution for cars launches their latest innovation: the Marvekleen air cleaning machine.

Marvekleen uses nano-sodium chloride that is electrically charged with electrolyzed water to create a new substance called hypochalus acid that is a compound that occurs naturally in our body and is produced by white blood cells that is an essential part of our body’s immune system. Hypochalus acid has undergone stringent testing and is proven to kill viruses and bacteria making it ideal for disinfecting.

Leaving behind no color or scent (it will not even stain clothing), Marvekleen is perfect for homes, offices, showrooms, hotels, restaurants, shopping malls and more. In fact it is being used by local hospitals such as the Chinese General Hospital in Manila.

The MVK-1 machine can cover up to 1,000 square feet (around 93 square meters) of space silently and comes with a timer for better application control.

The Marvekleen and Bactakleen showroom is on 341 G. Araneta Avenue, Quezon City. Contact numbers are 0917 888 8412 or 0996 784 6932. Check out their official Facebook page.

The Sub-Compact SUV Kia Sonet is Headed for Global Markets After All


With a global reveal set for the first week of August, Kia Motors has confirmed that the production version of the Sonet sub-compact SUV may be made in India, but it’s destined for other global markets as well.

First showcased as a concept, the production version of the Sonet SUV looks to stay true to its design origins.


In addition, the Korean carmaker has finally shown what the interior looks like. Designed to maximize driver and passenger comfort, the Sonet’s interior is modern, vibrant, and offers a high sense of dynamism to drivers. It’s said to be trimmed in high-quality materials and has key features including a digital display and instrument cluster, and a first-in-segment 10.25-inch HD touchscreen.

The Sonet will also feature an extensive list of active and passive safety equipment and can be equipped with up to 6 airbags.

Finally, the carmaker has confirmed that it will be made available in many of the brand’s global markets. No indication if this will include the ASEAN market though.

The World's Best-Selling Toyota So Far This Year is the RAV4


Toyota Motor Corporation sees its global first half 2020 sales recover to 84 percent of last year’s. The cumulative total of Toyota, Lexus, and Daihatsu sales from January to June totaled 765,373 units or a 16.9 percent decrease compared to the same period in 2019.

Sorsogon Government Chooses Foton


The Gateway of Southern Philippine Islands has opened its path again to Foton, as the Province of Sorsogon collaborates with the quality-trusted commercial vehicle brand for mobility needs that will be used for their programs in infrastructure, sanitation, and calamity operations.

LTO Extends Validity of Motor Vehicle Registration


Update: the LTO has further extended the validity of MV registration for plate ending 6, 7, and 8 (8/3).

In consideration of the present situation brought about by the coronavirus pandemic, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has moved to further extend the validity of registration for motor vehicles.

KTM is the First Bike You Can Reserve on Lazada


As the first motorcycle brand to be on the eCommerce giant in the Philippines, KTM fans and enthusiasts can now conveniently reserve a KTM motorcycle anytime, anywhere. In fact, local distributor Adventure Cycle says that Lazada has become one of its fastest-growing sales channels.

Geely Opens in Quezon Avenue


Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP) has announced the opening of its second outlet, Geely Quezon Avenue. It is operated by the Autohub Group.

San Miguel Aims to Solve Bulacan Flooding


San Miguel Corporation (SMC) has started planting 25,000 mangroves on 10 hectares of coastal area in Hagonoy, Bulacan—the first of a total 190,000 mangroves to be planted over 76-hectares in Bulacan and Central Luzon.

1,000-Horsepower GMC Hummer Supertruck Teased


After deciding to delay its launch due to the on-going pandemic, GM’s revived Hummer brand will debut their first-ever EV pickup truck for a Fall 2020 (September to December) debut.

Peugeot Design Director Heads to Renault


Peugeot’s Design Director, Gilles Vidal has left the brand. Vidal’s role at Peugeot has been taken over by Matthias Hossann who, among other things, helped designed the e-Legend Concept pictured.

July 29, 2020

Mercedes-Benz Isn't Too Pleased with the BAIC BJ80


China does it again. After getting “inspiration” from the likes of the Ford Bronco and F-150 Raptor, here’s the BAIC BJ80. Oh, and before you look twice, no this isn’t the Mercedes-Benz G-Glass. But it comes pretty darn close.