September 21, 2020
Toyota PH Activates Chat Apps to Connect with Customers
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) customers now have more ways to connect with the brand online with the launch of two new chat channels: its official Viber Community and its enhanced Facebook Messenger chat.
Filed Under:
News,
Toyota Corporate
September 19, 2020
The 2020.5 SsangYong Rexton is Korea's Luxurious Answer to Your Typical 7-Seater SUV (w/ Specs)
SsangYong Philippines introduces the refreshed Rexton SUV. An alternative to the usual Japanese 7-seater mid-sized SUV choices, the changes to the 2020.5 (the official model year designation) adds more majestic styling along with new convenience and luxury features.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Mid-sized SUV,
News,
SsangYong Rexton
Nissan PH Changes Market Approach Amid the Economic Slowdown
Nissan Philippines remains unperturbed despite the decline in auto sales this 2020. Atsushi Najima, president of Nissan in the Philippines says the carmaker is weathering the economic storm thanks to a change in mindset in the company.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan Corporate,
PHL Auto Industry
DOTr Backtracks on Reduced Social Distancing in PUVs
After announcing that public commuters will have to deal with reduced social distancing, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) has backtracked on the idea after President Rodrigo Duterte himself spoke against the idea.
Nissan PH Remains Committed to Launching the Leaf EV
Despite the on-going pandemic and associated economic slowdown, Nissan Philippines remains committed to launching its all-electric Leaf. This was confirmed by Atsushi Najima, president of Nissan in the Philippines during a media roundtable. The world’s best-selling electric vehicle is on track for a launch before the end of Nissan’s fiscal year which ends March 31, 2021.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Nissan Corporate,
Nissan Leaf
September 18, 2020
The 2020 Ford Ranger FX4 Max Just Made the Ranger Raptor Useless
Don’t adjust your screens. What you’re looking at isn’t the Ford Ranger Raptor; this here is the Ranger FX4 Max. A tad short of the full-on Raptor treatment, the Ranger FX4 Max is Ford’s answer for those looking for increased off-road capability without any detriment to payload.
Filed Under:
Ford Ranger,
Ford Ranger Raptor,
News,
Pick-Up
The Jeep Renegade is My Vibrant Adventure Partner
When you hear of the brand, Jeep, the first image that comes to mind is a tough, rugged 4x4 off-roader, with a tall, imposing demeanor. The second image would be placing that exact vehicle on a dirt-road or any setting that depicts the great outdoors. While those come across as very male-oriented scenarios, remember how in the world of today, women have become just as adventure-seeking and willing to explore new territories.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Feature,
Jeep Renegade
Mazda Has Highest Appeal, Loyalty with Owners in Japan
In the ultra-competitive Japanese Domestic Market, Mazda has been ranked as the highest mainstream brand when it comes to overall vehicle appeal as well as brand loyalty among its owners. This was revealed as J.D. Power outed the results of their Japan Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study for 2020.
Filed Under:
J.D. Power,
Mazda Corporate,
News
Volkswagen is Looking to Unload Bugatti, Lamborghini, Ducati
The Volkswagen Group may be looking to unload its so-called crown jewels as they seek to concentrate their resources by focusing on all things electric and autonomous. The first to go? According to a report, Bugatti.
Filed Under:
News,
Volkswagen Corporate
Jaguar PH Brings in 2021 F-Type with Prices Starting at P 6.190M
Less than a year since its global introduction, the refreshed 2021 Jaguar F-Type has finally landed in Manila. Touted as Jaguar design DNA in its purest form, the two-seater sportscar adds a more assertive design to its balance of performance and luxury.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Jaguar F-Type,
News,
Sports Car
Nissan Dealers Will Begin Adopting the New Brand Logo
Nissan dealers around the world will adopt the new brand logo, signaling a promise for a new, customer-friendly experience be it physically or online.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
News,
Nissan Corporate
AC Motors Allows You to Shop Between Its 6 Auto Brands
AC Motors, the automotive and motorcycle distribution and retail group of Ayala subsidiary AC Industrials, has harnessed the power and potential of technology and digital revolution to create an online store for all of its six brands: Honda, Isuzu, Volkswagen, KTM, Kia, and Maxus with its new website.
The All-Electric Ford F-150 Will Outgun the Raptor in Horsepower, Torque
The all-electric version of the F-150 will deliver the most horsepower and torque compared to other variants according to Ford themselves.
Filed Under:
Ford F-150,
News,
Pick-Up
Mazda Adds Turbocharged Engine to CX-30 Compact Crossover
Right after Subaru introduced a more powerful version of its XV, Mazda has raised the stakes and has now plopped in a more powerful engine into its CX-30 as well. Meet the CX-30 2.5 Turbo.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Mazda CX-30,
News
September 17, 2020
Vehicle Importers See 48 Percent Drop for First 8 Months of 2020
After two straight months of a strong recovery which saw sales increase by 200 percent in June versus May and another 40 percent in July, the Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors, Inc. (AVID) experienced a 7 percent drop in August equivalent to 4,753 units sold versus the 5,100 sold the previous month.
Filed Under:
AVID,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Butuan Gets Dongfeng's Class 2 Modern PUV
Butuan Mulitcab Operators Transport Service Cooperative or BUMOTSCO recently acquired the initial two units of the Dongfeng Class 2 Modern PUV. Pilipinas Autogroup, Inc. (PilipinasAuto), through its dealer, Davao Bonifacio Motors, Inc., made the delivery in early September.
Filed Under:
Dongfeng Corporate,
News,
PUV Modernization
Mitsubishi Offers a Glimpse of Their New Design with the 2021 Eclipse Cross
With the global success of the Outlander PHEV, Mitsubishi Motors is now adding another plug-in hybrid vehicle in its portfolio; this time, it’s the Eclipse Cross.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross,
News
Mazda PH's 100th Anniversary Special Edition Models Have Almost Sold Out
Less than a month after announcing its availability for the Philippine market, Mazda Philippines has said that all but two of the MX-5 100th Anniversary Special Edition have been sold (Update: as of September 21, only one unit remains).
Filed Under:
Mazda 3,
Mazda Corporate,
Mazda MX-5,
News
The Maxus G50 was Love at First Sight for These Cebu-based Businessmen
Barely a day after Maxus Philippines launched the G50 MPV online on last August, a businessman in Cebu City was already holding the keys to his brand new Polar Ash G50 1.5L Turbo DCT Premium.
Filed Under:
Maxus Corporate,
Maxus G50,
News
Land Rover is Dropping Their Price by as Much as P 1.490M This September
All British Cars, Inc., the sole authorized dealer of Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles is offering exclusive offers for every weekend this September. Significant discounts of up to P 1.490 million on selected models from both marques are available.
Filed Under:
Jaguar Corporate,
Land Rover Corporate,
News
September 16, 2020
Hyundai's i30 N Hot Hatch is Getting a New Gearbox for 2021
Hyundai’s first-ever hot hatch—the i30 N is getting an upgrade very soon which adds, among other things, a dual clutch automatic.
Filed Under:
Hyundai i30,
News,
Sports Sedan
Get Up to P 160k Off a Brand-New Jeep
Got a specific ride you’ve been eyeing on for months now? It’s time to get the ride you deserve as Auto Nation Group, official distributor of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram vehicles in the country offers you with various discounts this month. From the subcompact vehicles to the full-sized pick-ups in the line-up, they have your back.
Filed Under:
Jeep Compass,
Jeep Corporate,
Jeep Gladiator,
Jeep Renegade,
News,
RAM 1500
Nissan Shows Us How the All-New Z Sportscar Will Look Like
Nissan has taken the first steps in unveiling its brand-new Z sportscar with the launch of the Z Proto—a glimpse of how their newest rear-wheel drive sportscar will look like inside and out. And confirmed by the Japanese carmaker, it will come with a twin-turbocharged V6 and a manual transmission option.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan Z,
Sports Car
This New Volvo Tech Will Tell You Exactly How Bad Manila's Air Is
Volvo Cars has introduced a world-first premium air-quality technology in its cars, allowing its owners to breathe clean and healthy air inside their cars, and even clean the air of their cabin ahead of their journey.
Filed Under:
News,
Technology,
Volvo Corporate
Mitsubishi Retains 2nd Spot in PH Auto Sales Thanks to the L300
Despite the implementation of a two-week Modified Enhance Community Quarantine (MECQ) in Manila, Cavite, Laguna, and Bulacan last August, the dependable Mitsubishi L300 still showed a strong monthly sales performance of 699 units sold which translates to a 35 percent increase versus its July retail sales of 517. The rising demand for utility vans may be attributed to the steady recovery of the economy and the growing business for delivery services.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Corporate,
Mitsubishi L300,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
The Suzuki Swace is Basically a Corolla with a New Face
After the Across compact SUV, Suzuki has shown off their latest vehicle supplied by Toyota. Dubbed the Suzuki Swace, it’s a hybrid wagon based off the Toyota Corolla.
Filed Under:
News,
Suzuki Corporate
September 15, 2020
Toyota PH is Guaranteeing the Corolla Cross Hybrid's Resale Value
When Toyota Motor Philippines launched their first-ever compact crossover, the Corolla Cross, they mentioned that it’ll be made available with their “Balloon Payment Plus” scheme. It was a bit light on details, until now.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
News,
Toyota Corolla Cross
Chery Auto to Enter US Market
Chery Auto, particularly its Tiggo SUV line-up is set to enter the U.S. market through HAAH Motor Holdings, a company focused in the import automotive distribution business.
Filed Under:
Chery Corporate,
News
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