Jeep’s electrification push will have one notable victim: the two-door Wrangler SUV. The brand has confirmed that their iconic SUV will be axed in Europe by 2022 as they seek to lower their overall fleet emissions using plug-in hybrid models.
July 1, 2021
Jeep Discontinuing Two-Door Wrangler For Europe
Jeep’s electrification push will have one notable victim: the two-door Wrangler SUV. The brand has confirmed that their iconic SUV will be axed in Europe by 2022 as they seek to lower their overall fleet emissions using plug-in hybrid models.
Get Discounted Angkas Rides At Select LRT-1 Stations
In line with its mission to provide a seamless and convenient journey for Filipino commuters, LRT-1 private operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) has announced a new partnership with the country’s leading app-based motorcycle taxi ride-sharing service Angkas to beat Metro Manila traffic.
Volvo Takes On New Design Direction With All-Electric Shift
With a shift to all-electric powertrains, Volvo understands that car designs could fundamentally change, and that’s something they’ve explored with the Volvo Concept Recharge—an inspiration for the next-generation Volvo cars.
June 30, 2021
Vaccinated Against COVID-19? Get Up To P3 Off Your Caltex Fuel
Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), is fueling the Philippines’ fight against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) by offering fuel discounts to all motorists who have already been inoculated from the virus with its “Biyaheng Bakunado” promo.
Chery Auto Boasts Highest Growth Rate Among Chinese Brands In 2021 So Far
Chinese car manufacturers are starting to feel the effects of the global chip crunch, sending their domestic sales down 3.1 percent last May 2021. All in all, the world’s largest car market moved 2.128 million units.
Porsche Bumps Up The Cayenne's Power With The New 2022 Cayenne Turbo GT
For those who want the ultimate performance SUV, Porsche has just released an even more powerful, even faster version of its Cayenne: the Cayenne Turbo GT.
The All-New 2022 Subaru WRX Has Been Teased
Subaru starts the tease on the all-new 2022 WRX. Typical of auto-related teasers, official information is almost nonexistent, except for this single backlit photo which shows the iconic hood scoop.
Watch: Robots Help In BTS' Choreography
Celebrating Hyundai Motor’s acquisition of robotics company Boston Dynamics, the Korean automaker released a special video starring worldwide pop icon and global brand ambassador, BTS.
The Coolray Was May's Best-Selling Sub-Compact SUV; Geely Maintains Top 10 Sales Ranking
Geely Philippines continues to keep its market standing strong as it logged another top-selling record for its Coolray with 186 units sold in May. Based on CAMPI and AVID reports, the Coolray kept its market leadership in the sub-compact 4x2 SUV with a 33 percent market share, month-to-date (MTD). Meantime, the Okavango ranked number 3 in the mid-size SUV segment with 151 units sold in May.
June 29, 2021
Toyota Adds More Available Parts For A70, A80 Supra
About a year after Toyota announced its very own heritage parts program, the carmaker has announced that they’re expanding the parts catalog. Through the GR Heritage Parts Project, more parts for the A70 and A80 Supra will be made available not just in Japan, but in North America, Europe, and other overseas markets as well.
This Guy Found A Life Companion In The Volkswagen Lavida
What’s in a name? A name may reveal more than just a unique designation. Oftentimes, it also reveals a path for the future. Mon Buela, a sales and marketing manager in a financial firm, may not have realized it at the time, but when he purchased a Volkswagen Lavida, he may have also subtly declared his lifetime goals.
May 2021 Marks 8th Straight Month Of Growth For Toyota
Toyota Motor Corporation continued its strong performance with its eighth consecutive month of increase. The carmaker sold 840,303 units in May alone—a 45.8 percent increase compared to 2020. Cumulatively, the brand, including its premium Lexus division, sold a total of 4,159,875 units from January to May this year or a 35.7 percent increase compared to the same period in 2020.
The Mitsubishi Strada Athlete Is Made For Your Daily Hustle (w/ Video)
A lot of adventures can happen in a week – from hustling through the bustle to ride to work, to taking some time off away from the city lights, everything can be squeezed in in a few days. And what better way to roll around the town to get yourself going than hopping on the Mitsubishi Strada? If you are up for the challenge, here is how the Mitsubishi Strada Athlete can unleash the thrill in your vapid routine week, or check out the video below.
After 14 Years, Honda To Close BGC Showroom
Attention Honda owners and shoppers: Honda Cars Global City will be ceasing its operations starting on July 1, 2021.
Volkswagen To End Sales Of Gas, Diesel Engines In Europe By 2035
Volkswagen will stop selling cars powered by internal combustion by 2035 as it shifts to full-electric vehicles. The timeline was revealed by its sales chief Klaus Zellmer.
Honda Names Their EV SUV The Prologue
Honda has revealed the name of its first new volume battery-electric vehicle in North America: the Prologue.
Lexus PH Opens Order Books For 2022 Lexus ES
A mere two months after its global launch, the Lexus has confirmed that the refreshed 2022 Lexus ES is arriving in the Philippines by the fourth quarter of 2021. And yes, the order books are now open.
June 28, 2021
2022 Honda Civic Going All Turbo In ASEAN?
Reports coming out of Thailand say that the all-new 2022 Honda Civic will be launched on July 2.
Suzuki Auto PH Opens Second Dealership In Bacolod
Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH) in collaboration with the Ponce Automobile Corporation, officially opened the doors of its second 3S Dealership in Bacolod, The City of Smiles, to the delight of its eager and ever-growing Negrense clientele.
Peugeot PH Continues Its Commitment To The Environment
Peugeot Philippines reiterates its commitment to the environment with the planting of 300 more trees via the Protectors of the Environment (POE) Program.
Mazda Relocates Greenhills Showroom
Mazda Greenhills is now operating from its new showroom and service facility located at 65 Connecticut Street, a short 500-meter distance from its present showroom along EDSA.
Araneta City Awards KTM 200 Duke To Raffle Winners
Araneta City and KTM Philippines award New Generation KTM 200 Duke Motorcycles to three lucky winners of the Joyful Treats at the City of Firsts Christmas raffle promo launched last year.
Suzuki Auto PH To Open 2 New Dealerships Soon
Suzuki Philippines is further expanding its market reach with the ground breaking of two new dealerships, both managed by vastly experienced dealership groups.
Mazda Tweaks Mazda2 Yet Again For 2022
Mazda keeps true to its “Bundled Product Planning” strategy by refreshing their sub-compact Mazda2 yet again for 2022.
BMW X3, 2 Series Gran Coupe To Star In Marvel's Black Widow
BMW is the latest carmaker to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe or MCU thanks to their new collaboration on “Black Widow” (check the behind the scenes look below).
June 27, 2021
The 299 km/h 2022 Suzuki Hayabusa Is Now In The Philippines For P 1.088M
The OG hypersport motorbike that birthed the category is back. Taking its name from the Japanese for Peregrine falcon, the Suzuki Hayabusa returns for 2022, with a retail price of P 1.088 million.
June 25, 2021
Foton PH Takes Market Lead in 6-Wheeled Truck Category
Foton Motor Philippines, Inc. (FMPI) continues to ride strong on its nationwide market acceptance, as it embraces the top spot in category IV (6-wheeler trucks) while maintaining the Top 3 spot in overall truck sales for 2021, as reflected by figures from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI).
Review: 2021 Nissan Navara PRO-4X 4x4 AT
By far, the pickup truck segment is the one that’s leveled up a lot since 2015. It seems there’s no end to the one-upmanship between car makers be it on price, mechanical improvements, updated features, or a combination of all three. Now, the year 2015 isn’t random—it was the year the current Navara, known as the D23 was launched. It sparked, to coin their ever-quotable term, “the pickup wars.” It led to Nissan’s resurgence, catapulting their truck, and the entire brand to second and third spot in the market, respectively.
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