Chinese automaker Great Wall Motor Co., is embarking on an aggressive expansion in Southeast Asia, and it can come as early as this year.
February 15, 2021
Great Wall Motors to Enter Philippine Market?
Chinese automaker Great Wall Motor Co., is embarking on an aggressive expansion in Southeast Asia, and it can come as early as this year.
2020 Mazda CX-30 AWD Sport: Long-Term Test Update # 1
Apologies for delays in updates surrounding our long-term Mazda CX-30 AWD Sport. With the lack of driving (blame the community quarantines), we haven’t really racked up the kilometers in our compact crossover.
Hyundai PH Giving Discounts Up to 480k on Its Trucks and Buses
Hyundai trucks and buses have what it takes for better journeys ahead. Even better, you can get them with great deals as Hyundai welcomes the Chinese New Year.
San Pedro Picks Foton Modern PUVs
San Pedro Transport Cooperative (SPTC), with the full support of San Pedro Mayor Lourdes Catáquiz, empowers the public transportation in their area by choosing the Foton F-Jeepney F29.
J&T Express to Acquire 202 Trucks from Hino Philippines
Pursuing its commitment to provide comprehensive logistical support for the fast shipment and safe delivery of products across the country, Hino Motors Philippines (HMP), the exclusive distributor of Hino trucks and buses in the country, entered into a strategic partnership yet again with J&T Express Philippines.
Choice of Car May Lead to More Serious Injuries in Women
Women are much more likely than men to suffer a serious injury when they are involved in a crash, but much of the heightened risk is related to the types of vehicles women drive and the circumstances of their crashes, rather than physical differences, new research from the US-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) shows.
February 14, 2021
Motorcycle Dealer Group Points to LTO Corruption as Reason Behind Plate Delays
Du Ek Sam, Inc., (DES) a motorcycle dealership group with 282 branches and headquartered in Bohol slammed both the LTO and the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee chaired by Senator Richard Gordon on accusations hurled against the company at a recent hearing surrounding Republic Act 11235 or the Motorcycle Crime Prevention Act.
What Happened to the Toyota Alphard?
Pre-pandemic, it was tough to get a Toyota Alphard. It came to a point when dealers would resort to refunding fully paid Alphard units simply because there were others—casino high rollers and POGOs being two—who were willing to get one above and beyond the SRP. Two years later, Toyota Motor Philippines is offering hefty discounts on their luxury MPV.
February 13, 2021
This is the Refreshed Mitsubishi Mirage for 2021
A week ago, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines made news when it started to streamline its line-up with the phase out of its Pajero flagship SUV, added features on its Montero Sport, and the reduction of its Mirage variants to just two—a MT and a CVT. This story focuses on the last item.
Toyota Motor PH Has Just Given Its Vios Its Biggest Discount Ever
Toyota Motor Philippines is giving its best-selling Vios sub-compact sedan its biggest cash discount yet as they roll out their Make Your Move promo until February 28, 2021.
Porsche Taycan is World's Fastest Car Indoors
Even when circumstances mean that being indoors is the safe and, at times, unexciting option, racer Leh Keen recently found a way to make being indoors considerably less boring.
Honda's Now Selling the Civic Type R's Engine for P433k
Honda is offering the Civic Type R’s K20C1 2.0-liter turbocharged VTEC engine as a complete crate engine package for the first time. The clincher is, it’s available in very limited numbers.
Changan CS35 Plus Completes Problem-Free 100,000-Kilometer Test on Local Roads
Changan Philippines proved the mettle of its CS35 Plus subcompact SUV by completing a 122-day, 100,000-kilometer endurance test problem-free. The test was conducted on local roads on various terrains, and under different driving conditions.
February 12, 2021
Isuzu is Still the Philippines's Number 1 Truck Brand
The year 2020, difficult as it may have been across the entire automotive industry, did bring a silver lining for Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC).
Reserve a Subaru Until February 21, Get a Free Plush Toy
Motor Image Pilipinas, Inc., the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines, wants you to celebrate Valentines and Lunar New Year at their showrooms. As an incentive, Subaru is offering the following to all customers who visit the showroom from February 12 to 21, 2021:
February 11, 2021
Geely PH Sold 320 Coolrays Crossovers in December Alone
Even after the pandemic created an unprecedented uncertainty, Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the exclusive distributor of Geely has proven last year that it can finish the year strong.
Honda Cars PH Offers 25 Percent Discount on PMS Parts, P 1.650k Oil Change Package
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is offering special discounts and deals for its service customers until March 31, 2021 at select Honda Cars dealerships (see full list below) and service centers nationwide.
MINI Opens Pop-Up Store in Escario, Cebu
Mini Philippines and Mini AutoStudio Philippines Corp. launched a new 743-square meter Mini pop-up store on N. Escario St. Cor Tojong St. Camputhaw, Cebu City to reestablish ties with customers in the southern Philippines.
SMC Opens Two New Skyway 3 Ramps
San Miguel Corporation is opening to the public two new ramps of the newly-operational Skyway Stage 3, further improving accessibility and ease of travel within Metro Manila, via the 18-kilometer elevated expressway.
Chery Auto PH Exceeds January 2021 Sales Targets
Bucking the usual trend for post-Christmas sales to take a downturn, Chery Auto Philippines posted the exact opposite for the first month of the year—delivering 152 brand-new units to their owners from an initial target of 121 units.
How Much Money Do PMVICs Make According to the DOTr?
With President Duterte now saying that motor vehicle inspections or MVIS no longer mandatory, it’s a clear sign that the government is now trying to wash their hands off this mess.
Calapan City Suspends PMVIC
Calapan City in Oriental Mindoro joins the City of San Fernando in suspending the operation of the Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center operating in the city’s jurisdiction.
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Still is Europe's Best-Selling Plug-In Hybrid SUV
Despite the growing popularity of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV still managed to hold on to its title as Europe’s best-selling PHEV.
The Mazda CX-30 is Australia's Safest SUV
After scoring a near-perfect score in Adult Occupancy Protection (AOP) at the Euro NCAP, recognized as a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the US, and being recognized by the Kids Design Council in Japan for its Driver Attention Alert system, the CX-30 has done it again—this time being awarded as the safest SUV at the first-ever RACV Safest Car Awards.
February 10, 2021
Geely PH Launches Sunroof-Equipped Okavango 7-Seater SUV for P 1.478M (w/ Specs)
You asked, Geely listened. Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the exclusive distributor of Geely vehicles in the Philippines has brought in a top-spec version of its 7-seater Okavango SUV for 2021. This time, it comes packed with even more features at a price that is still quite affordable.
Foton PH Launches New App, Website, Virtual Showroom
Foton Motor Philippines, Inc. is now driving its customers to a virtual experience with its three new innovative platforms that will connect customers to the brand, and provide them with necessary information, quality services, and swift assistance—all just a tap away.
Hyundai Modern PUV Rolls Out in Tarlac
Hyundai Asia Resources, Incorporated (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai trucks and buses in the Philippines, ramps up transport modernization initiatives, this time, in Tarlac province. Through their dealership, Hyundai Trucks and Buses Cabanatuan, 30 units of Hyundai HD50S Modern Jeepney Class 2 were turned over to the Tarlac-Moncada-Gerona-Paniqui (Tamogepa) Transport Service Cooperative, Incorporated, a major transport organization in Central Luzon with a 36-year history. 45 more units of Class 2 HD50S Modern Jeepneys are up for delivery within the year.
Three Years On Has the Honda Civic Type R FK8 Aged Gracefully?
Around three years ago, Honda Cars Philippines gave me the keys to the Civic Type R. At the time, it came with a very strict set of instructions, the gist of which was to treat it like a newborn puppy. With a lowered ride height, 30-series tires on 20-inch rims, and a carbon fiber aero kit, they were very exacting on the sort of garage space I was allowed to park it in. Suffice to say, mine passed muster and I got to enjoy some seat time with this 306-horsepower hot hatch.
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