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November 22, 2020

A Decade of KODO: How the Beauty of Natural Movement Inspired Mazda Design

With the “Kodo – Soul of Motion” design philosophy, Head Designer Ikuo Maeda set a bold new direction for design at Mazda. Introduced ten years ago at the 2010 LA Motor Show with the Shinari concept car, Kodo Design has been defining and elevating Mazda’s award-winning styling ever since, with its core principle remaining unchanged: to explore the powerful and irresistible beauty of natural movement in a still object.

Last month, Chevrolet Philippines updated its sub-compact crossover offering, the Trax. Just a month later, they’re giving it their biggest discounts yet.

For P 3.328M, the 2021 Lexus IS Redefines the Sports Sedan (w/ Specs)

Since the debut of its first-generation Lexus IS in 1999, the model has pursued the thrill of driving unique to compact rear-wheel drive sports sedans. In just three generations, it has captured the hearts of over a million enthusiasts around the world. The 2021 model aims to push the limits even higher.

The Newest LEGO Technic Set is This McLaren Senna GTR

The newest LEGO Technic set has been revealed, and McLaren fans rejoice: it’s the Senna GTR.

To cope with the increased number of motorists wanting to avail of free Autosweep RFID stickers before the December 1, 2020 full implementation of cashless toll collection at major expressways, San Miguel Corporation (SMC) said it is putting up 100 additional RFID installation sites, among many other measures, to cater to motorists from both southern and northern Metro Manila and beyond.

Global Electric Transportation or GET, the company behind COMET, is Davao’s first electric modern PUV operator after its supplier, China Dynamics turned over their zero emissions modern jeepneys that will ply routes around the country’s third biggest city.

If you plan to get a brand-new vehicle, let alone a mid-sized SUV, do yourself a favor and skip the Ford Explorer altogether. This fact is based on the most recent Consumer Reports Reliability survey which gave the re-designed mid-sized SUV a score of 1 out of 100—that’s not a typo.

Mazda is the highest ranked brand in the Consumer Reports Reliability Survey, beating both Toyota and Lexus. This marks the first time Mazda stood atop the survey.

The Mazda3 Gets "Blink and You'll Miss It" Upgrades for 2021

Mazda has given its compact sedan/hatchback, the Mazda3 some “blink and you’ll miss it” updates for 2021. Though very minor, the carmaker says it’s all about further refining the car’s overall package.

The Top 10 finalists for the Japan Car of the Year 2020-2021 has been revealed. Considered as Japan’s most prestigious car award, the following ten cars advanced to the final around after besting 33 eligible entries.

The design brief of the Geely Okavango is odd, to say the least. It’s a mid-sized SUV, priced like a compact crossover, but rides on a platform shared with, of all things, an MPV. On paper, it’s an automotive mishmash of ideas—a product of corporate bean counters and FGDs (to some degree it is). In reality though, it could be your next family car.

Geely launches a very unique offering—one that blurs the lines between an SUV and an MPV: the 2021 Okavango. Being in one of the most tightly contested segments, the tech-driven Chinese automaker aims to challenge the competition by offering a vehicle that’s not only highly functional, but stylishly uncompromising as well.

Lamborghini has just unveiled the most hardcore version of its V10-powered supercar yet: the Huracán Super Trofeo Omologata or STO—a road-homologated supercar inspired by its one-make race series Super Trofeo EVO and Huracán GT3 EVO.

The all-new 2022 Subaru BRZ can be summarized in one sentence: if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Subaru’s 2+2 sportscar pretty much sticks to the same formula as the first-generation model: low curb weight, low center of gravity, but with just an added sprinkling of new tech.

Nissan Teases Refreshed 2021 Terra

Nissan is on a roll. After showing off its refreshed Navara pickup truck, its SUV counterpart, will get the same treatment. Mark your calendars because the 2021 Terra drops in next week.

Yet another sub-million sub-compact SUV joins the fray. After missing for the 2020 model year, SsangYong Philippines announces the return of the gas variant of its Tivoli for 2021.

As part of its ongoing Dare the Impossible brand campaign, Nissan in the Philippines welcomes actor-singer-multisport athlete Matteo Guidicelli as the new face of the Japanese automaker in the country, underlining the brand’s bold and daring attitude.

Maxus Philippines’s upcoming 7-seater compact SUV, the D60 has scored a perfect 5-star rating at its C-NCAP or China New Car Assessment Program crash safety test. With standards mirroring closely the European NCAP, this shows that this compact SUV can meet or surpass even the most stringent safety standards.

Honda has given the world its first full look at the all-new 2022 Civic. Technically revealed as a Prototype, the eleventh-generation compact sedan takes on a much slicker, more grown-up appearance compared to the current model.

Various carmakers are now realizing the potential problem of electric vehicles: fires. Ford, GM, Hyundai, and BMW are just some carmakers getting to grips with EV technology, and now they’re facing safety-related recalls for it.

Mercedes-Benz’s parent company, Daimler will cooperate with Geely to build next-generation internal combustion engines specifically for hybrid vehicles.

Ford Philippines is extending special rates on parts and labor to assist customers in Luzon affected by Typhoon Ulysses.

For enthusiasts who crave soul-stirring, legendary off-road performance, and a new level of on-road performance, Jeep introduces the V8-powered 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392.

MG, Ben&Ben Take a Road Trip

Music is a cornerstone of MG Philippines’ youthful brand profile, and it has figured in numerous campaigns, promotions, and public events, most notably with the MG Live! free concert series which focuses on showcasing local Filipino musical talent.

The Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors, Inc. (AVID) continued its solid recovery, posting a 9 percent increase in vehicle sales for October or a total of 6,120 units sold versus the 5,594 units sold the previous month.

Filipinos can’t seem to get a break this 2020. The world is still in the middle of a pandemic, and then these nasty typhoons hit. With Metro Manila and parts of Luzon badly hit, there are surely those who’ll now need to file insurance claims, particularly if they’re covered by Acts of Nature or AON.

Two years after the arrest of Carlos Ghosn over alleged financial misconduct, insiders at Nissan say discussions are underway which could re-shape the world’s biggest car alliance: the sale of some or all of the Japanese carmaker’s stake at Mitsubishi Motors.

The wait won’t be long as Lexus Philippines is almost ready to unveil the latest version of its compact sports sedan, the 2021 Lexus IS. But before then, they’ve just confirmed that it’ll come in both V6 and hybrid flavors.

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November 22, 2020

A Decade of KODO: How the Beauty of Natural Movement Inspired Mazda Design

Chevrolet PH Just Dropped the Trax's Price by Half a Million Pesos!

November 21, 2020

For P 3.328M, the 2021 Lexus IS Redefines the Sports Sedan (w/ Specs)

November 20, 2020

The Newest LEGO Technic Set is This McLaren Senna GTR

You Asked, They Listened: Autosweep to Open More RFID Installation Sites

This Davao-based Operator Chose to Go All-Electric for Its Modern PUV

The Ford Explorer Got a 1 out of 100 Score in Reliability

Mazda Overtakes Toyota, Lexus in Consumer Reports Reliability Survey

November 19, 2020

The Mazda3 Gets "Blink and You'll Miss It" Upgrades for 2021

These are the Finalists for the 2020-2021 Japan Car of the Year

Review: 2021 Geely Okavango 1.5T Urban

For the Price of a Small Crossover, Geely PH Offers the 7-Seater Okavango SUV

Meet the Most Hardcore Lamborghini Huracán Yet: the 2021 Super Trofeo Omologata

The All-New 2022 Subaru BRZ Sticks to a Proven Formula

November 18, 2020

Nissan Teases Refreshed 2021 Terra

SsangYong PH Brings Back Gas-Powered Tivoli Sub-compact SUV for Just P 970k (w/ Specs)

Matteo Guidicelli is Nissan PH's Newest Brand Ambassador

2021 Maxus D60 Scores Perfect in Crash Safety Test

This is Your First Look at the All-New 2022 Honda Civic (w/ Video)

EV-Related Fires, Recalls Grip Various Carmakers

Mercedes-Benz, Geely to Work Together on Upcoming Engines

Ford PH Offers Service Discounts to Flood-Affected Owners

Jeep Just Gave the Wrangler a Massive Power Upgrade for 2021

November 17, 2020

MG, Ben&Ben Take a Road Trip

Vehicle Importers, Distributors Post 9 Percent Increase in October 2020

7 Steps to Claiming Your Car Insurance with Acts of Nature Coverage

Is Nissan Unloading Mitsubishi?

2021 Lexus IS to Arrive Both in F Sport and Hybrid Flavors