Search CarGuide.PH

March 1, 2021

Despite the DTI Safeguard Tariff, Maxus PH Reduces Prices of the T60 Pickup Truck


How’s this for some good news? Despite the imposition of DTI’s Safeguard Tariff measure, Maxus Philippines has decided to discount its Maxus T60 pickup truck this March by P 50,000.

You'll Need to Pay an Additional P78k Security Deposit When You Buy a Chery


Update: Chery Auto PH has deferred any collection of DTI safeguard duty to April (3/12).

Addressing consumer concerns about higher prices resulting from the safeguard duties on imported automobiles, Chery Auto Philippines has announced the new prices for its line of Tiggo crossovers and SUVs.

Honda PH to Launch PCX 160 Scooter in May for P 133k


Honda Philippines, Inc., will be releasing its much-awaited scooter, the all-new PCX 160 this May 2021.

Nissan Has Made the World's Most Efficient Engine


Nissan has just announced a breakthrough in engine efficiency with its in-development, next-generation e-Power system reaching a 50 percent thermal efficiency—the highest in the world.

Porsche Restoration Specialist, RUF Chooses Motul as Official Oil and Lubricants Partner


High-performance supercar enthusiasts and those seeking a top Porsche restoration specialist look no further than RUF Automobile when they want to take life to the limit! With Motul’s reputation for optimal lubricant performance and reliability in high powered engines and vehicles, the synergy between the two companies became obvious and has led to a new strategic partnership.

Chevron Named Among Best Employers in Asia


Chevron Holdings Inc. (CHI) recently hauled two employer of choice awards from prestigious international award-giving bodies in recognition of its exemplary employment practices and workplace culture that prevail even amid unprecedented times.

February 26, 2021

GAC Motor PH Launches 2021 GN6 MPV for P 1.480M (w/ Specs)


Legado Motors, the official distributor of GAC Motor in the Philippines launches their own mid-sized MPV contender: the 2021 GAC GN6.

Toyota Motor PH Had an Upbeat First Month in 2021


After a tough 2020, the country’s number one automaker, Toyota Motor Philippines is reporting an uptick in both sales and production figures in the first month of 2021, a positive sign that the automotive industry is on its way to recovery.

The Ford Territory Just Managed a 3-Star Safety Rating at Its Crash Test


Ford Philippines’s fast-selling small SUV, the Territory managed to score only a 3-star safety rating at its China New Car Assessment Program or C-NCAP crash test.

The All-New 2022 Ford Ranger Will Be Designed Here


Ford is gearing up for the all-new 2022 Ranger’s debut by expanding its high-tech design studio to accommodate more than 200 designers, and new equipment.

The RAM 1500 is the Only Pick-Up to Get a Top Safety Pick Rating This Year


If you want the safest pickup truck in the market, get the 2021 Ram 1500 Crew Cab. It’s the only one to receive a 2021 Top Safety Pick from the U.S.-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety or IIHS, beating competition such as the Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado.

Peugeot Reveals New Logo


Peugeot has undergone a re-branding—it’s first major move as part of the newly-formed Stellantis partnership.

February 25, 2021

BMW Philippines Brings in 4 Series Coupe for P 3.990M (w/ Brochure)


SMC Asia Car Distributors Corporation heralds the arrival of the all-new 4 Series coupe. Available in two variants—the 420i Model Advantage and the 420i M Sport, the two-door, four-seater starts at P 3.990 million and comes with the premium segment’s longest warranty at 5 years or 200,000 kilometers.

Genuine Honda Access Facemasks are Now Available in the Philippines


Attention Honda fanbois: you can now buy official Honda Access face masks at all authorized Honda Cars dealerships nationwide (or if you prefer online shopping, through Honda Cars Philippines’s official Lazmall store).

Honda Cars PH Has Sold Over 1,200 City Sedans Already


Despite the onslaught of small Chinese SUVs, the reception towards the all-new Honda City remains strong. In a span of less than five months, the all-new sub-compact sedan has already moved more than 1,200 units.

Suzuki's 91-Year Old Chairman Steps Down


Suzuki Motor’s 91-year-old chairman, Osamu Suzuki, is stepping down after leading an automaker for longer than anyone else in the industry.

2.7M Motorists Now Have Autosweep RFIDs


San Miguel Corporation (SMC) reported that 2.7 million vehicles now have Autosweep RFID tags. The figure doubled the number of stickers the company issued to motorists from 2015 to 2019 totaling 1.3 million.

Volvo, Geely to Share Engines, Platforms, and Tech


Volvo Cars and Geely Auto have agreed on a deeper level of collaboration that will see them sharing powertrains, vehicle architectures, autonomous drive technologies, procurement, and even aftersales.

DTI Adds More Countries Exempted from Automotive Safeguard Duties


The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has amended its safeguard duty to include more exempted countries.

All-New Isuzu D-Max, mu-X Hit by DTI Safeguard Tariff


Isuzu Philippines is the latest automaker to announce moves surrounding the DTI’s provisionary safeguard duty. And similar to Toyota’s lead, they will be issuing refundable deposits effective March 1, 2021.

February 23, 2021

Volkswagen PH is Teasing the T-Cross Sub-Compact SUV


Right after unveiling its refreshed Santana, Volkswagen Philippines is teasing yet another product offering for this year; this time it looks to be the T-Cross sub-compact SUV.

The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Leapfrogs the Nissan Leaf in EV Tech


Hyundai is going squarely against the Nissan Leaf with the launch of the first model in their new dedicated EV brand, Ioniq.

Volkswagen PH Launches Refreshed 2021 Santana for P 755k


Volkswagen Philippines is finally launching its refreshed Santana sub-compact sedan after teasing it last December. Dubbed as “your First German car,” the 2021 edition has an extra spring to its step thanks to new convenience features.

Foton PH to Provide Training, Employment Opportunities to Pampanga Residents


Addressing the depleting rate of employment in the country brought by the pandemic, Foton Motor Philippines, Inc. (FMPI), along with the Pampanga Provincial government, is taking the lead with programs that will benefit the public by providing world-class Automotive Skills Training followed by sure employment.

Leading Solar Energy Installer Picks Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV as Car of Choice


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) through its dealer Peak Motors Philippines Inc. – Manila Bay, turned over a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV to Mr. Peter Wilson, CEO of Solarius Energy.

The 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance is Out to Hunt BMW M3s


Lexus is giving what could be its V8 engine’s last hurrah by shoehorning it into their IS sports sedan. The result is this: the 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance—powered by 472-horsepower V8 engine.

Goodyear is Buying Cooper Tires


Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. is buying Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. for about USD 2.8 billion. With this, Goodyear is poised not just to strengthen its position in the North American tire market, but almost doubling its presence in China.

Toyota Motor PH to Offer Refundable Deposit Due to Safeguard Duties


With the DTI implementing the Safeguard Duty on imported vehicles, Toyota Motor Philippines is taking a surprisingly conservative approach by offering a refundable deposit to select vehicles effective March 1, 2021.