Despite Philippine automakers being vehemently against it, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is moving ahead to slap “safeguard tariffs” on all imported passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, including pickup trucks.
January 4, 2021
DTI to Slap "Safeguard Tariff" on Imported Cars, Light Commercial Vehicles
Despite Philippine automakers being vehemently against it, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is moving ahead to slap “safeguard tariffs” on all imported passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, including pickup trucks.
Review: 2021 Honda City 1.5 S CVT
Honda has always pushed its City sub-compact sedan towards advancement. Throughout the nameplate’s history, there were hits and misses, but it was never afraid to experiment. Be it through its design or technology, it was always ahead of the curve, as far as its rivals are concerned.
LEGO Launches Ferrari 488 GTE Technic Set for P11k
It didn’t make it for Christmas, but supercar and endurance racing fans will love LEGO’s newest Technic set: the Ferrari 488 GTE AF Corse #51.
The MG ZS Scores Five Stars in ASEAN NCAP Safety Test
MG’s best-selling sub-compact SUV, the ZS managed to score a perfect 5-star ASEAN NCAP safety rating.
Despite Strong Global Showing, Toyota Sales in Philippines Remain Weak
Despite the continued economic challenges brought upon by COVID-19, Toyota Motor Corporation has managed to grow its sales by 1.8 percent last November. Their continued recovery was driven primarily by two key markets—China and Japan.
January 3, 2021
Yes, the Hyundai Kona Still Comes with a P 205,000 Discount
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. is extending its big cash discount offer on its best-selling passenger cars up until January 15, 2021.
Honda to Pull Out of a Major European Market
Honda is continuing its global restructure with reports pointing that it will pull out of another major market in 2022. Reports say the automaker will stop supplying new cars to the Russian market by then.
Is It End of the Road for the Ford EcoSport?
Citing “fundamental changes global economic and business conditions,” Ford and Mahindra will not push through with their planned joint venture.
December 29, 2020
Ford's Made Improvements to the 2.0-liter Turbodiesel Engine, 10-Speed AT
Geely Welcomes ANC Group of Companies with Cavite Showroom Opening
Few days before welcoming 2021, Geely Philippines is opening its doors in Imus, Cavite. Geely Imus is managed by Sojitz G Auto Philippines’ dealer partner, ANC Group of Companies.
December 28, 2020
Skyway Stage 3 Open to Motorists Starting December 29, 2020
San Miguel Corporation promised, and they delivered. Despite delays due to rains and a collapsing girder, the Skyway Stage 3 will be partially open to the public starting Tuesday, December 29, 2020.
December 27, 2020
Top 5 Picks for 2020
With pandemic-related community quarantine measures in place since March, one would think that choices for this year’s Top 5 Picks would be slim. Thankfully, that’s not the case. All in all, we managed to test 41 vehicles this year. While this number is slightly down from 2019’s 50, it’s still a sizeable number given we need to trim down the list to just five.
Pinoys More Open to Receiving Second-Hand Items Including Cars
Christmas in the Philippines has always been a special time for everyone to come together and share in the festivities of the holiday season. One of those time-honored traditions is gift giving for our families and friends.
Honda to Close Another Assembly Plant
As part of their continued steps to improve their business efficiency, Honda Cars has announced that they are closing yet another assembly plant.
For Less Than P800k Toyota Has Come Up with This Cute-Looking EV
Despite its president, Akio Toyoda, questioning a pre-mature shift to EVs, Toyota is pushing ahead with its plans to adopt battery electric vehicle (BEV) technology. Curiously, one of their first Japanese domestic models is this—the Toyota C+ Pod.
December 24, 2020
Ford PH Drops BF Goodrich Tires on Newer Ranger Raptors
When the Ford Ranger Raptor made its debut in 2018, one of the key differences it had, performance-wise, compared to the regular Ranger was its trick suspension. Ford Performance certainly worked hard, giving it the ability to go off-road, fast.
Mazda Philippines Delivers Christmas Gift for Pangolin Preservation
Just in time for Christmas, the Katala Foundation has received their promised BT-50 3.2-liter 4x4 Pangolin Edition. Their new pickup truck will help support the NGO’s conservation activities for the endemic Palawan Pangolin.
The 2021 Tokyo Auto Salon is Canceled
In what seemed like a last-minute move, the organizers of the Tokyo Auto Salon have decided to cancel its annual event.
December 23, 2020
SMC to Implement Toll Holiday on Christmas, New Year
San Miguel Corporation, through its infrastructure arm, is waiving all toll fees at its expressways for Christmas and New Year.
Toyota Motor PH Reveals 2021 Yaris with Prices Starting at P 973k (w/ Specs)
After a series of exciting model launches, Toyota Motor Philippines is wrapping up the year with the introduction of the 2021 Yaris.
JAC to Double Dealer Footprint
Trisenburg Auto Corporation (TAC), the official distributor of JAC passenger and light commercial vehicles in the Philippines will double its dealer footprint.
Ssangyong is Bankrupt
South Korea’s fourth largest automaker, Ssangyong Motor has filed for bankruptcy after failing to repay creditors. The move was finalized at a board meeting held by the South Korean SUV specialist.
December 22, 2020
Nissan Magnite Debuts in ASEAN with a Starting Price of Just P 707,000
After debuting for the Indian market, Nissan’s promise to go global with its Magnite SUV has been fulfilled. The next market to get their sub-compact SUV? ASEAN. The first market in its sights? Indonesia.
More Carmakers Back Subaru's EyeSight Tech
Subaru’s advanced driver assist technology, Subaru EyeSight is heading to more carmakers. As Hitachi Automotive Systems, its developer, is now opening it up first to Isuzu (with the mu-X), and now, Suzuki as well. Its broad acceptance is a testament to the technology, to say the least.
SMC's "No Toll Fees" Policy for Front Liners to Continue Indefinitely
Nine months since it implemented a “no toll fees” policy for medical front liners at all its operating expressways, San Miguel Corporation (SMC) reported that its waived toll fees for the country’s heroes against the COVID-19 pandemic, has reached over P138 million as of December 20.
Audi Lauds Motorsports Success in 2020; Confirms Arrival of RS Models in the Philippines in 2021
Audi Sport factory and customer teams have capped off the 2020 racing season with a record number of successes achieved amid significantly reduced race events held worldwide, a result of pandemic restrictions.
MG Opened 3 Dealerships in 2020
MG Philippines ends 2020 on a high note with the the opening of three new MG dealerships, namely MG North EDSA, MG Otis, and MG Camarines Sur. This will bring the current total of MG Philippines dealerships up to 34.
December 21, 2020
Hino to Open Soon in Laguna
Hino Motors Philippines, the exclusive manufacturer and distributor of Hino trucks, buses and parts in the Philippines, recently held an agreement signing ceremony for the Hino Laguna dealership.
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