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February 19, 2021

Chery Auto is Taking Passenger Health and Safety Seriously


The worry surrounding COVID-19 has pushed Chery Automobile to put customer health and safety first in its vehicle design. With that, Chery engineers have taken extra steps to ensure that the air you breathe in their vehicles is 100 percent safe and clean.

Suzuki PH Lends Super Carry Units to Marikina LGU


Suzuki Philippines Incorporated (SPH) gives back to Marikina City, where the most recently opened Suzuki Auto dealership is located, by lending three units of the Super Carry to the city’s local government unit. The realization of aiding the LGU with additional mobility springs from SPH’s commitment to aid the Filipino people in any way possible.

Isuzu Opens Bigger Pasig Dealership


Isuzu Philippines Corporation and Isuzu Automotive Dealership Inc (IADI) inaugurated a bigger Isuzu Pasig dealership as well as its Isuzu Pasig Truck Center (IPTC).

Ford PH Recalling Territory SUVs for Non-Starting Engines


Ford Philippines is recalling its Territory for a problem which may cause the compact crossover to not start once the engine is switched off. 

The 2022 Nissan Qashqai is the 187-Horsepower HR-V Rival We Want


Nissan Philippines has a rather thin SUV line-up. While it does have the Terra mid-sized SUV and the X-Trail, it doesn’t have anything smaller at the moment (the Juke has already been officially discontinued). And while rumors abound that the sub-compact Kicks is arriving locally, they could pretty much slot this in too: the 2022 Qashqai.

Mazda is the Best Car Brand for 2021


The report cards are out, and Mazda is Consumer Reports’ Best Brand for 2021. This is the first time the Japanese automaker stood atop the rankings, but it follows up their win at the publication’s reader reliability survey late last year.

Lexus Returns to Top of Vehicle Dependability, Kia is Now Highest Ranked Mainstream Brand


Lexus returned to the top of the U.S. J.D. Power vehicle dependability study after losing the top spot last year. Meanwhile, Kia is the highest ranked mainstream brand, and third overall.

February 18, 2021

GAC PH to Increase Prices by P78k Due to DTI Safeguard Tariff


Legado Motors, Inc., the official distributor of GAC Motor in the Philippines, announced that it will be increasing the prices of its whole vehicle line-up effective March 1, 2021.

SMC Accelerates Skyway 3 Construction, Alabang SB Tollgate to Close Starting February 20


San Miguel Corporation (SMC) is expediting work on the Skyway Extension project that will make the Skyway System even more accessible to motorists from the south as the company announced road closures to usher construction works at the southbound section starting midnight on February 20.

2022 Honda HR-V Makes Global Debut


After a short tease, Honda has finally pulled the wraps off the all-new 2022 HR-V. Like the Japanese market Fit, the third-generation HR-V takes on a human-centric design approach, hoping that it’ll meet the expectations of its would-be owners.

Kia's New Logo Makes Its Production Car Debut on the 2022 K8 Sports Sedan


Kia’s new logo makes its debut on a production car: meet the 2022 K8. With a focus on modern, premium quality, and dynamic performance, the K8 moves forward in the sports sedan space, and hopes to build success of the K7 (aka Cadenza).

Drive Thru Saliva COVID-19 PCR Test Now Offered in Araneta City


Araneta City partners with the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) to open an accessible drive-thru saliva collection center for COVID-19 testing in Metro Manila.

Engine Guy Set to Become Honda's Next CEO?


Honda Motor Co., will be naming a new CEO as early as the end of this week, if reports from Reuters are true.

Ford Commits to Go All Electric in Europe by 2030


Ford is taking a big leap towards electrification with the announcement that its European line-up will go zero emissions capable by 2030.

February 17, 2021

SMC Cleanup of Tullahan River Heads Further Upstream


San Miguel Corporation (SMC) is extending the total reach of its P1-billion Tullahan-Tinajeros river system cleanup to 11.5 kilometers, close to halfway of the entire 27-kilometer stretch, to further complement ongoing flood mitigation measures in the cities of Navotas, Malabon, and Valenzuela, before the start of the rainy season.

McLaren Opens New Chapter in Its Supercar History with All-New 2022 Artura


Don’t let the looks fool you—it may look like an evolutionary take on McLaren design, but the Artura is the start of a new chapter for the British supercar maker.

Toyota Has the Most 5-Star Rated Vehicle at the ASEAN NCAP


The ASEAN NCAP (New Car Assessment Program) held the fourth ASEAN NCAP Grand Prix 2020, recognizing brands and vehicles that are considered as the highest achievers in the field of vehicle safety across Southeast Asia.

The 2021 Toyota Innova Will Start at P 1.186M


Toyota Motor Philippines’s best-selling MPV will be getting an upgrade, and it’s arriving as soon as this Saturday. Mark your calendars as the refreshed 2021 Innova drops in on February 20.

The New Porsche 911 GT3 is Literally a Race Car with a Number Plate


Porsche takes its track learnings and puts it directly onto the 911 sportscar with the global reveal of the newest 911 GT3.

Mitsubishi Unveils All-New 2022 Outlander


Mitsubishi reveals the all-new 2022 Outlander—a compact SUV that features the brand’s new design direction.

February 16, 2021

Honda Accord, City Cited for Safety at ASEAN NCAP Grand Prix Awards 2020


The Honda Accord and Honda City received four distinguished safety-related awards at the ASEAN NCAP (ASEAN New Car Assessment Program) Grand Prix Awards 2020. The Honda Accord won three (3) awards from the “Best Safety Performance,” while the Honda City received the “ASEAN NCAP Excellent Award - Consistent 5 Star”. This achievement emphasizes Honda’s strong commitment to safety and its vision to realize a collision-free mobile society.

Review: 2021 Kia Seltos 2.0 LX


Last year was big for the Kia Seltos. After we declared it as having one of the best transmissions in its segment, impressing us with its long-distance touring comfort during its first Philippine drive, and even beating the base model CX-30 in a comparo, it sealed 2020 by earning a spot in our Top 5 Picks of the year.

SMC Tollways to Comply with TRB's "3 Strike Policy" Soon


San Miguel Corporation (SMC) reported that cashless electronic toll collection for motorists who use both the Skyway and the South Luzon Expressway has increased to 85 percent, despite the continuing availability of cash lanes, as government has yet to fully implement its mandate of 100 percent cashless transactions at all expressways.

Why Ford Philippines Isn't Offering Extended Warranties on the 2021 Ranger


With the launch of the 2021 Ranger, one question surrounding its ownership popped up: will they be offering an extended warranty as seen in Thailand.

Ford PH Launches Upgraded 2021 Ranger with Prices Starting at P 1.062M


In what could be the current Ranger’s final iteration, Ford Philippines is debuting a new look for its pickup truck this 2021.

Check Out The Philippines's Proposed Vintage Car Law


Classic and vintage car collectors rejoice: a vintage car law is in the works. Filled by Representatives Paul R. Daza, Weslie T. Gatchalian, Enrico A. Pineda, and Faustino Michael Carlos T. Dy III, House Bill 8244 or “An Act Regulating the Use and Registration of Vintage Automobiles and Other Historical, Classical, or Collector Motor Vehicles, Providing Exemptions and Restrictions on Their Importation and Use, Establishing a Vintage Car Registration and Assessment Office, and Appropriating Funds Therefor” will offer added protection to the importation and use of cars more than 30 years old.

Jaguar to Become All Electric Brand; Land Rover to Use Own Platform


Jaguar Land Rover is fully committed to going electric; this after the two British luxury brands revealed their mid-term “Reimagine” plan.

February 15, 2021

The Honda Mobilio RS Comes with a P250k Discount This Month


In a market for a small 7-seater MPV? You are in luck. Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. is launching its promotion for this month entitled “Pursue Your Drive”. The promo features cash discounts, exciting deals and special offers from February 1-28, 2021, including a P 250,000 discount on the Mobilio RS.