September 8, 2020
Beijing Motor Show to Push Through Despite Ongoing Pandemic
Delayed from late April, the Beijing Auto Show (Auto China) is set to begin on September 26, 2020. This makes it the sole survivor (so far) of all the major international auto exhibitions. Whether anyone attends is another matter.
Filed Under:
Auto China,
Events,
News
Looks Like We'll Have to Wait a Bit Longer for the All-New Isuzu D-Max
Isuzu has just started exports of the all-new D-Max last September 1, 2020. Sadly, the first market to receive the full model change won’t be the Philippines. It’ll be Australia.
Filed Under:
Isuzu D-Max,
News,
Pick-Up
This Mitsubishi Pickup Looks Awfully Familiar
Do you remember the Mitsubishi Fuzion? For a time, it was touted as an alterative to the then newly-launched Toyota Innova nameplate way back in 2005. Well, you’d be surprised that 15 years on, it’s still alive, spawning this rather odd-looking pickup truck too.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Fuzion,
News,
Pick-Up
These Toyota Hilux Were Coverted to Manila SWAT's New Urban Assault Vehicle
The Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) headed by President Henry Lim Bon Liong donated 6 brand new SWAT Vehicles to the City of Manila. The Toyota Hilux units were modified by Overland Kings to meet the needs of the Manila Police Department’s Special Weapons Action Team (MPD-SWAT). This is the organization’s way to give back to the community and support the government’s efforts against crime and terrorism.
Filed Under:
News,
Pick-Up,
Toyota Hilux
The Presidents of Toyota and Mazda Just "Trolled" Each Other
Early this year, Toyota president Akio Toyoda sent a heartfelt greeting to Mazda on their 100th anniversary. In it, he recalled the time when he participated in the Mazda Roadster (MX-5) 4-Hour Endurance Race where he actually finished ahead of the Mazda works team.
Filed Under:
Mazda Corporate,
Motorsports,
News,
Toyota Corporate
This 16-Year Old is a Guinness World Record Holder
With the help of a 2020 Porsche 718 Spyder, Chloe Chambers is now a Guinness World Records holder for Fastest Vehicle Slalom.
Filed Under:
News,
Porsche 718 Boxster,
Porsche Corporate,
Sports Car
September 7, 2020
Pepsi Chooses the Suzuki Carry
Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI) chose the Suzuki Carry to deliver their products to consumers nationwide. The beverage giant specifically chose the light commercial truck for its size, maneuverability, and features.
Filed Under:
News,
Suzuki Corporate,
Suzuki Super Carry
Someone Turned a Perfectly Good Ford F-150 Raptor into a Tesla Cybertruck
What happens when you’re a fan of both the Ford F-150 and Tesla? Well we have one possible answer thanks to this Bosnian fan.
Filed Under:
Ford F-150,
News,
Pick-Up
4 Tips to Consider When Servicing Your Car in the "New Normal"
Just about every car brand has talked about car servicing in “the new normal.” Talking about disinfection, sanitization, proper social distancing measures, and all that has become so common place that to discuss again here would be like beating a dead horse.
Filed Under:
COVID-19,
Feature,
Mazda Corporate,
Safety,
Service
1,252 Kilometers in a Single Tank? You Can with the Ford Ranger XLS
Just how far can you go with the Ford Ranger? With an 80-liter tank size, Ford officially says it’s possible to go more than 800 kilometers per tank of diesel. But leave it to two guys when went further with just one mission: to find out how much mileage they can squeeze out of a single tank.
Filed Under:
Ford Ranger,
News,
Pick-Up
Review: 2020 Mazda2 1.5 Elite Sedan
In case you missed it, Mazda has been undergoing a premium transformation. While the movement is still anchored pretty much on their award-winning design, they’ve also managed to level up in terms of trim and standard equipment. Having said that, a handful of their cars got stuck in no land’s land—neither premium nor affordable. One such vehicle is the 2020 Mazda2.
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Mazda 2,
Sub-Compact
Renault to Race as Alpine in Formula 1 Starting in 2021
By naming its team Alpine from the 2021 season, Renault has chosen to put the colors of French excellence at the heart of Formula 1. Already recognized for its records and successes in endurance and rallying, the Alpine name naturally finds its place in the high standards, prestige and performance of Formula 1.
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News,
Renault Corporate
September 6, 2020
Get the Hyundai Tucson for as Low as P 934k This Week
If you’re looking for the best deal on a brand-new car, look no further than this special one-week promo on the Hyundai Tucson.
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Tucson,
News
September 5, 2020
Never Worry About Gas Bills with Mitsubishi PH's 2021 Outlander PHEV (w/ Specs)
After being previewed at several motor shows and events, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines has finally fulfilled its promise, and has officially launched the 2021 Outlander PHEV. This is nine months after its announcement at a dealer conference last January.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact SUV,
Mitsubishi Outlander,
News
September 4, 2020
The Honda Odyssey Gets a Second Refresh for 2021
It’s hard to believe but the current Odyssey has been around since 2013. Launched in the Philippine market in 2015, it’s undergone one refresh to date. Well, better make that two because Honda’s executive MPV is getting yet another refresh for 2021, and this one will be the most substantial yet.
Filed Under:
Honda Odyssey,
Luxury MPV,
News
2021 Ford Territory vs Other Chinese Compact Crossovers
You asked and we obliged. After comparing the 2021 Ford Territory versus its Japanese and Korean rivals, we’ve decided to do a part two. This time, we’re pitting it against its rivals from a similar country of origin: China.
Filed Under:
Chery Tiggo 7,
Compact Crossover,
Feature,
Ford Territory,
Geely Coolray,
JAC S4,
MG ZS
Isuzu PH Just Sold Its 300,000th Vehicle
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) announced that the company was able to achieve its 300,000-unit sales milestone within its August selling month.
Filed Under:
Isuzu Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Hino Upgrades Balintawak, Pasig Dealerships
Staying committed to providing highly reliable products and services, Hino Balintawak and Hino Pasig dealers stay abreast of the needs of its customers by upgrading their facilities. This initiative is supported by Hino Motors Philippines (HMP), the exclusive distributor of Hino trucks and buses in the country.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Hino Corporate,
News
Jeep Electrifies the Wrangler with a New Plug-In Hybrid Variant
After the launch of the Renegade and Compass plug-in hybrids, Jeep is expanding its electrified vehicle offering by launching the Wrangler’s first-ever electrified variant: the Wrangler 4xe. Confirmed for a global launch in early 2021, it will be the most capable, technically advanced, and eco-friendly Wrangler ever.
Filed Under:
Jeep Wrangler,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
Jeep Goes Against Expedition, Suburban with Re-Born 2021 Grand Wagoneer
After the demise of the Commander in 2010, the lack of a three-row SUV was a glaring hole in the Jeep product portfolio. Well, that hole has now been plugged with the re-introduction of a familiar nameplate: the 2021 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Filed Under:
Jeep Grand Wagoneer,
Luxury SUV,
News
Kia PH is Discounting as Much as P 430k This Month
Christmas comes early for Kia as their Worth the Drive Deals this September gives buyers a great head start into getting their Kia vehicle at amazingly low downpayment or monthly amortization terms or with huge cash discounts.
Filed Under:
Kia Carnival,
Kia Corporate,
Kia K-Series,
Kia Sorento,
Kia Stinger
Honda and GM to Partner on Engines, Platforms
After previously announcing a partnership surrounding their electric vehicles, General Motors and Honda have deepened their alliance by announcing that they will do-develop and share platforms and engines.
Filed Under:
Chevrolet Corporate,
Honda Corporate,
News
September 3, 2020
SMC to Clean, Rehabilitate Pasig River as Part of Proposed PAREX Project
San Miguel Corporation’s proposed P 95.4-billion Pasig River Expressway (PAREX) will now offer a solution within a solution: it will include the clean up and rehabilitation of Pasig River.
Protect Your Engine from Nasty Metal Shavings with the PIAA Twin Power Magnet Oil Filter
Car maintenance shouldn’t take a backseat, even if the country is going through an on-again, off-again lockdown. Since most of us have gotten back on the road, one way or the other, it’s important to keep your car’s fluids fresh to make sure everything runs smoothly.
Filed Under:
News,
PIAA Corporate
Nissan's New Logo is a Call to Innovation
“Changes call for innovation, and innovation leads to progress.” This is a good mantra for businesses especially with the “new normal” brought about by the pandemic. Nissan has taken this to heart by kicking-off a new brand logo unveil, emphasizing its focus on providing safer mobility, improving digital customer experience, and continuously driving exciting innovations such as their virtual showroom.
Filed Under:
Feature,
Nissan Corporate,
Service,
Technology
This Resto-Modded Volvo P1800 Packs 420 Horsepower
A year before the Jaguar E-Type, two years before the Ferrari 250 GTO, and three years before the Porsche 911, there was the Volvo P1800. Now, inspired in a “what if moment,” Volvo’s go-fast division, Cyan Racing (formerly known as Polestar) has developed this resto mod P1800 Cyan to give it a strong sporting credential.
Filed Under:
News,
Volvo Corporate
Carbon Fiber May Find Its Way into More Nissan Cars
A material used in airplanes, rockets, and sports cars may find its way into more mass-market cars thanks to a new production process developed by Nissan.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan Corporate,
Technology
Mitsubishi Completes Shakedown of Its Xpander Rally Car
Last year, Mitsubishi turned heads when they showed off their new rally car based on, of all things, the Xpander MPV.
Filed Under:
Luxury MPV,
Mitsubishi Xpander,
Motorsports,
News
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