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August 28, 2020

Mazda PH Brings in Mazda3 and MX-5 100th Anniversary Special Edition (w/ Video)

The Philippines joins in the global celebration of Mazda’s 100th anniversary with the announcement that their authorized dealers are now taking in orders for the 100th Anniversary Special Edition series. As a pleasant surprise, Mazda Philippines is bringing not one, but two models that will receive the commemorative treatment.

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced that its manned pressurized lunar rover will have a very apt name: Lunar Cruiser. JAXA and Toyota previously announced and have been conducting joint research on a manned, pressurized lunar rover that uses fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) technologies.

After showing off its refreshed exterior and interior design, Kia has now revealed powertrain details on the 2021 Stinger which includes a brand-new engine option.

Caltex Havoline, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), unveiled a new generation of four-stroke motorcycle and scooter engine oils that maximizes engine performance and delivers smooth engine operation on all road conditions. The new product line for motorcycles and scooters includes fully synthetic, semi-synthetic, and mineral products formulated with Havoline’s signature C.O.R.E.+ Technology, and ZoomTech.

It looks like MG is slowly abandoning its current design language for something that’s decidedly shapelier and more aggressive. Sent in by a reader, it supposedly shows how the 2021 second-generation MG 5 will look like.

Hers is a relatable story. The threat of COVID-19 is not abating any time soon, but she needs to go about her home and professional duties. The pressure is even greater because Raquel Evaristo is a medical social worker working for a regional government hospital in Pampanga.

Here's Your Full List of Autosweep RFID Stations

San Miguel Corporation (SMC) will implement cashless toll collection effective November 2, 2020 following the Department of Transportation’s (DOTr) order mandating contactless and cashless payment transactions in tollways to help prevent the transmission of COVID-19.

Toyota is reviving the Starlet nameplate for 2021, and this is our first probable look. Discontinued in 1999 in favor of the Vitz/Echo and then the Yaris after that, the Starlet was Toyota’s OG subcompact hatchback.

With lots of people doing their shopping (including for brand-new cars) online, scammers have now started to come out of the woodwork.

Even as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect the global automotive market, Geely Philippines has made yet another impressive feat in terms of sales in the month of July.

Toyota Motor Philippines makes car-buying easier as more options become available in its recently launched Virtual Showroom. Customers may now tour the actual showroom as its virtual counterpart takes the actual dealership experience online and makes more vehicle information accessible anytime, anywhere.

Ford and its Team Fordzilla esports team have unveiled the ultimate virtual racing car designed with collaboration between a carmaker and the gaming community.

The final piece of the 2021 Kia Sorento’s engine puzzle has finally been revealed. The carmaker has now released details on the mid-sized SUV’s first-ever plug-in hybrid powertrain which results in remarkably low emissions and high power.

The U.S.A.-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has given the 2020 Audi A6 the highest Top Safety Pick+ and the 2020 Audi Q8 the Top Safety Pick awards after the models excelled in IIHS testing. Both the Audi A6 and Q8 earned top “Good” ratings in all six IIHS crashworthiness performance evaluations, and achieved “superior” ratings for front crash prevention tests.

If you go on road trips with the doggo, this list may be of interest to you. In time for National Dog Day, Autotrader has released their annual list of the Best Cars for Dog Lovers.

The 2021 Honda City Packs a Lot of Engine Choices

Honda sure is making the sub-compact sedan segment rather interesting. After debuting in Thailand with a purely turbo powertrain, the Japanese carmaker has done it again, and is now showing off the fifth-generation City in Malaysia with some nifty upgrades for 2021.

Ford is blurring the lines between the Ranger Wildtrak and the Ranger Raptor with the Wildtrak X variant. Returning for the Australian market, the Wildtrak X adds P 210,000 worth of add-ons (AUD 6,000) for just P 70,000 (AUD 2,000).

In recent years, Rolls-Royce has experienced change at a quicker rate than ever before. The Rolls-Royce portfolio has expanded, and with that the age and demographic of its clients have decreased significantly to an average age of just 43.

Racist. Sexist. Biased. I’ve received all sorts of hate with my review of the Territory Titanium+. It didn’t sit too well with Ford that they actually pulled out their support. Shit happens, I guess. But will that change the way things are done here? No. I’ll be honest, and sometimes brutal if need be.

Hyundai is on a roll. This time, the Korean automaker has teased the 2021 Kona sub-compact SUV including a new high-performance N Line version.

Mazda is continually upgrading its CX-5, and for 2021 brings with it the largest infotainment screen ever fitted into their compact SUV.

San Miguel Corporation (SMC) is developing two major infrastructure projects that will help the battered Philippine economy, and in five years help decongest Metro Manila and will help bring back Luzon as a growth powerhouse.

2021 Maxus G50 vs 2020 Toyota Innova

With Maxus Philippines launching the G50 MPV, it’s about time that the best-selling Toyota Innova would get a worthy competition. Seeking to gain the attention of Filipino families, these modern day MPVs are squaring off with their high equipment level and relatively affordable price tags. The question is, which MPV reigns supreme?

About a year since its brand introduction, Maxus has made in-roads in the Philippine automotive market with the introduction of its V80 and G10 passenger vans, and the T60 pickup truck. Now, with the introduction of its newest offering, the 2021 G50 MPV, Maxus has finally brought the right arsenal to hit the mainstream.

Missed scheduled maintain services and repairs are no issue despite the on-going pandemic thanks to the Foton EC Mobile Service program. The Foton mobile repair and maintenance service continues to serve.

MG Philippines celebrates almost two full years of operations in the country with a redefined tagline and brand promise, as it continues to provide well-appointed, modern, attainable cars, and client- and consumer-centric aftersales services for every Filipino.

Toyota is busy SUV-ing its line-up. After launching the likes of the Raize, Yaris Cross, Corolla Cross, and more globally, the carmaker has come up with what they call their “youngest urban SUV,” the Toyota Urban Cruiser.

Mercedes-AMG didn’t choose Germany or the U.S.A. for its first brand experience center, instead they’ve chosen China. Yes, the high-performance division of Mercedes-Benz just opened their first-ever brand experience in Zhejiang.

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August 28, 2020

Mazda PH Brings in Mazda3 and MX-5 100th Anniversary Special Edition (w/ Video)

Meet Toyota's Newest Vehicle: the Lunar Cruiser

The Kia Stinger Gets a New 304-Horsepower Turbocharged Engine for 2021

Caltex Reformulates the Havoline Motorcycle and Scooter Engine Oil Line for Unparalleled Protection

Someone Leaked the 2021 MG 5 and It Looks Glorious

This Front Liner Bought Her Hyundai on Lazada

August 27, 2020

Here's Your Full List of Autosweep RFID Stations

This Could be Our First Look at Toyota's Revived Starlet

Don't Be Scammed: These are the Official Social Media Accounts of PH Car Companies

The Geely Coolray Remains the Best-Selling Sub-compact SUV

Toyota PH's Virtual Showroom Goes 3D

The Fordzilla P1 is a Morphing, "Fan-Designed" Racecar

The 2021 Kia Sorento's Latest Engine is a 265-Horsepower Powerhouse

Leading U.S. Safety Group Gives Nod to 2020 Audi Models

These are the Best New Cars for Dog Owners

August 26, 2020

The 2021 Honda City Packs a Lot of Engine Choices

The Ford Ranger Wildtrak X Blurs the Line with the Ranger Raptor

Catering to a Younger Market Now, Rolls-Royce Undergoes a Re-Branding

Here's Why Ford Didn't Want Us to Compare the Territory Trend to the Titanium+

Hyundai Teases Refreshed Kona SUV for 2021

The 2021 Mazda CX-5 Gets Its Largest Infotainment Screen Ever

SMC to Extend SLEX, Build Expressway Over Pasig River in the Next 5 Years

August 25, 2020

2021 Maxus G50 vs 2020 Toyota Innova

Maxus PH Unveils Game-Changing 2021 G50 MPV with Prices Starting at P 1.088M (w/ Specs)

Foton PH's Mobile Service is Now Available in These Areas

MG Philippines Reveals New Tagline, Brand Promise

Should Toyota Motor PH Offer the Urban Cruiser Sub-compact SUV?

The World's First Mercedes-AMG Experience Centre Isn't in Germany or the USA