Hello folks from the NCR-Plus bubble. The government has managed to coin yet another community quarantine classification, and it’s the one that you’ll have to live with from June 1 to 15, 2021: GCQ with Restrictions.
June 1, 2021
NCR-Plus Shifts To "GCQ With Restrictions"
Hello folks from the NCR-Plus bubble. The government has managed to coin yet another community quarantine classification, and it’s the one that you’ll have to live with from June 1 to 15, 2021: GCQ with Restrictions.
May 31, 2021
The Range Rover Vogue PHEV Combines Sustainability And Power
The significance of a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is, more than anything, its contribution to environmental sustainability. Plug-in hybrids are proven to emit less greenhouse gases and reduces oil dependency in vehicles. In numbers, it consumes an estimate of 30 to 60 percent less petrol than conventional vehicles. That said, with the world feeling the effects of climate change more than ever in recent decades, it is no wonder that more and more car brands have been shifting to non-gasoline engines. In fact, most highly developed countries have already begun to commit to a transition to full electric in the next 20 or 30 years.
Toyota Wants To Spark A Conversation With Their Hydrogen-Powered Race Car
In a world where the conversation is dominated by electric vehicles or EVs, Toyota proved that internal combustion engines could still have a future. This as the carmaker’s president, Akio Toyoda brought home a hydrogen-fueled Corolla, the Corolla H2 Concept across the finish line at the Fuji Supertec 24-Hour endurance race.
Mercedes-Benz PH Now Offers Luxury Seats For The V-Class
Mercedes-Benz Philippines is now offering the V-Class with upgraded seats with the introduction of second-row Captain’s Seats. Dubbed “Luxury Seats” by the three-pointed star, it’s now available at all authorized Mercedes-Benz dealerships with a suggested retail price of P 4,690,000.
Toyota Sold Over 859,000 Vehicles In April
It looks like Toyota put the worst of the pandemic behind them as they secured global sales reaching 859,448 units in April 2021. It marks the eighth consecutive month of increase for the Japanese automaker.
Kia Teases All-New 2022 Sportage
Kia Corporation has revealed the first official teaser images of the all-new 2022 Sportage—the fifth incarnation of the brand’s most popular SUV model.
For P 16.97M, This Company Can Turn Your Porsche 911 Into An EV
Want to keep your classic car during the EV shift? Everrati Automotive can certainly help. The U.K. company has unveiled the Signature—their new flagship wide body model based off a 1991 Porsche 911 964.
May 30, 2021
Review: 2021 BMW 218i Gran Coupe Sport
The 2 Series is the odd child of the BMW family. Spawning four body styles, it rides on two separate platforms with one being rear-wheel drive, and the other being front-wheel drive. Even more confusing, the 2 Series Gran Coupe you see here is unrelated to the 2 Series Coupe despite BMW being known for coming up with all sorts of derivatives. It’s also clear from the photos that it’s not a coupe; it’s a sedan. The 2 GC’s rather complicated lineage sets the stage on what to expect with the rest of the car.
Chery Auto PH Chosen As Breakthrough Distributor
Considered as one of the youngest distributors of the Chery brand in the world, the United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI) and Chery Auto Philippines team bagged the 2021 Brand Breakthrough Award from Chery International.
Review: 2021 Ford Ranger FX4 MAX
Fans are empowered nowadays. In the age of social media, they’re your buyer, your FGD, and your most vocal critic all rolled into one. It’s made things like the Synder Cut, and in the case of Ford, the 2021 Ranger FX4 MAX possible. Truth be told, there’s no definitive reason why Warner Brothers would need a four-hour cut of an already mediocre superhero movie, or for Ford to add a fourteenth variant to their already crammed Ranger line-up. Maybe except, and to bring up an anime term, to serve as “fanservice.”
May 28, 2021
Yes, The Refreshed 2021 Subaru XV Now Comes With A P80,000 Discount
Good news awaits those who’re looking to buy the refreshed 2021 Subaru XV this June. As a refresher, Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines started to display the updated compact crossover at its dealerships this month.
50 Years On, the Countach Continues To Influence Lamborghini Design
The distinctively contemporary lines of the Lamborghini Countach, a legendary model celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, shaped the design of all subsequent Lamborghinis even up to today’s models, including the Aventador, Huracán, Sián, as well as the Urus.
GM To Co-Design Upcoming Lunar Rover
Lockheed Martin and General Motors Co. are teaming up to develop the next generation of lunar vehicles to transport astronauts on the surface of the Moon, fundamentally evolving and expanding humanity’s deep-space exploration footprint.
Hyundai, Kia To Cut Gas, Diesel Engine Line-Up By Half
Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) will slash the number of combustion engine models in its lineup to free up resources to invest in electric vehicles, according to a report by Reuters.
This One-Of-A-Kind Mazda Became A Toy Car Sales Success
In October 1970, Mazda unveiled the radically angular and streamlined RX500 concept car at the 17th Tokyo Motor Show. The start of the new decade also marked the company’s 50th Anniversary and the RX500 was a bold statement of Mazda’s engineering and design ambition. It quickly became a crowd favorite, captivating the public with its futuristic design and technology.
Honda Is Proud Of This 2022 HR-V Design Feature
When Honda first unveiled the all-new 2022 HR-V, it didn’t really garner may fans with its exterior design. Apparently, the carmaker has an explanation for this: they’ve focused their attention to their car’s interiors.
Ford Wants To Shed "Gas Guzzler" Image By Going Electric By 2030
Ford’s F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E aren’t one-offs in the carmaker’s electrification plans. They’re revealed that they’re accelerating the development of EV-related technologies with a goal of having 40 percent of its global sales fully electric by 2030.
May 26, 2021
Hyundai PH Buyers, Owners Have Embraced Digital Shift
The daily drive has radically changed for us all—most likely for good. While the virus is still in the air, plans on buying a new car may remain in the back burner, but how about the one that’s been stuck in your garage for months on end? It deserves to be in tiptop shape should emergencies arise.
Are You Guilty Of Not Checking Your Car's Engine Oil? You're Not Alone
Do you ever check your car’s oil? If not, you’re not alone. Research from U.K.-based Kwik Fit has revealed that one in five (19 percent) of car owners never check the oil in their vehicle. 8 percent of owners, some 3 million, actually admit to not knowing how to check their oil level, while 11 percent say hey know how to do it, but never do so.
Rolls-Royce Brings Back The Art Of Coachbuilding
For Rolls-Royce owners who want a greater deal of customization; greater than say this one-off partnership with Hermès, they’re in luck because the automaker has just brought back their Coachbuild department.
Why Isn't Anyone Else Talking About This Design Feature On The 2021 Volkswagen T-Cross?
Volkswagen Philippines’s uber-hyped T-Cross sub-compact SUV carries one interesting design detail that, surprisingly, escaped most people—including some so-called car enthusiasts. If you need a clue, take a gander at the photo above. Do you see it? Yes?
Future "Gas" Stations Could Look Like This
There is no denying the rise of electric vehicles; last year global sales increased by 43 percent and in markets such as Norway and the Netherlands, EV sales surpassed those of traditional ICE engine vehicles. As adoption rates increase, the conversation moves to the improvement of day-to-day electric vehicle ownership, specifically battery replenishment infrastructure and services.
The New Honda RS125 Can Do 67.5 km/L; Costs Less Than P 74k
Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) continues to update its motorbike range with the new 2021 RS125. Boasting of a refreshed design, the RS125 is built for those who’re looking for a bit more thrill to their daily commutes.
Nissan, Mitsubishi, Renault Alliance "Maxed Out" Says Exec
Nissan thinks they’ve maxed out the sharing of platforms, powertrains, and components in their alliance with Renault and Mitsubishi. And for them, the only way they can do more is through electrification.
Geely, Smart Teases Its First Collaboration Model
Last year, many were surprised when Daimler announced that its Smart branded cars will be engineered by Geely. A year later, the first product of that new joint-venture, officially called Smart Automobile Co., Ltd., has been teased.
May 25, 2021
Confirmed: The Suzuki Vitara AllGrip Will Start At P 1.458M And Will Be Sourced From Europe
A day ago, we reported that the all-wheel drive variant of the Suzuki Vitara, the Vitara AllGrip Select would be priced starting at P 1.458 million. That number has now been confirmed by Suzuki Philippines a couple of days before its official public unveil set for Friday, June 28.
Spot The Volkswagen T-Cross, Get A Chance To Win Gadgets
Volkswagen Philippines marks the local market introduction of its new global sub-compact SUV, the T-Cross with a special “#TCrossTrendspotting activity.”
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