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August 10, 2021

Geely Philippines Grew Their Sales By 342 Percent In First Half 2021

Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the local distributor of Geely in the country, logged a total of 2,426 units sold for the first half of 2021. This is a 342 percent increase compared to the same period last year, based on the CAMPI and AVID reports. With this, Geely was able to climb to number 9 in total industry sales.

When William Russell Scheirman Jr. was considering the car brand he would buy for his employees at Scheirman Construction Consolidated Incorporated (SCCI), it didn’t take long for him to decide on the marque that was nearest and dearest to his heart.

Toyota Motor Philippines is launching its very own smartphone app as a way to keep connected to both would-be and existing car owners. An improvement of the current MyToyotaPH website, the app is now available for download on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

Alfa Romeo is the latest brand to commit to becoming fully electric. Their timeline? Starting in 2027 for Europe, North America, and even China.

On the occasion of its 20th anniversary, Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) is holding the Hyundai AYOS promo for its service customers.

Another day, another Gazoo Racing model for Toyota. This time, it’s the Rush SUV that gets the racy treatment.

This is not a drill. Lamborghini is reviving the Countach name. Lamborghini hasn’t revealed any detail yet beyond the name as well as a car under a cover (see above).

DTI Set To Remove Safeguard Bond On Imported Cars, Light Commercial Vehicles

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will soon stop the imposition of the safeguard duty on imported completely built-up passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. The order was signed last Friday, August 6 by Secretary Ramon Lopez.

Renault and Geely have announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will allow them to co-operate and co-develop future cars focused on the Chinese and even South Korean markets.

The rapid dealership expansion continues as Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the local distributor of Geely in the country, announced that Geely Manila is now open to serve Manileños who wish to purchase Geely vehicles.

As a way to stay connected with its customers, GAC Motor Philippines launches its first-ever virtual showroom, offering more features, and services right at your fingertips.

In a move that’s rather expected, Toyota is phasing out the Wigo TRD S in favor of—drum roll, please—the Wigo GR Sport.

The current-generation Toyota Avanza is starting its long goodbye in Indonesia by getting its very own Gazoo Racing (GR) treatment.

It’s hard to imagine, but it has been 35 years since Toyota decided to spin off the Supra nameplate to become a unique model. To celebrate that milestone, Toyota is releasing two very limited special edition models only for its home market of Japan.

Starting this August, the revamped Hyundai Philippines website goes live with an exciting new look and feel.

The Jaguar I-PACE may be fully electric, but it remains a premium car through and through. It’s not an EV for the masses the same way the Nissan LEAF is supposed to be, and its P 7.590-million price tag—roughly two million below the base Porsche Taycan is reflective of that.

Launched back in 2015, the Bajaj Maxima has sold over 50,000 examples making it the country’s number one three-wheeled vehicle. This year, Trimotors, the distributor of Bajaj is bringing in an upgraded version with more body configurations making it suitable for a wide array of businesses.

Suzuki Philippines Officially Recognizes Suzuki S-Presso Club Of The Philippines

Suzuki Philippines has officially welcomed the Suzuki S-Presso Club of the Philippines or SSCP into its family of recognized car clubs.

Talk about rubbing salt in the wounds of Civic fanboys in Southeast Asia. Right around the same time as the region unveiled the all-new 11th generation 2022 Civic, Honda also decided launch its compact car in its home market of Japan. And guess what? It’s more powerful, better equipped, and yes, comes with the option of a 6-speed manual as well.

For P 4.090M, The RAM 1500 Rebel Is One Trail-Ready Truck (w/ Specs)

If you haven’t been digging the RAM 1500 Laramie’s chrome studded styling, well, you’re in luck. Auto Nation Group, the exclusive distributor of Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and RAM vehicles in the country has brought in the RAM 1500 Rebel—a full-sized pickup fitted with a factory off-road package.

All-New 2022 Honda Civic Debuts In ASEAN Exclusively With Turbo Power

Just four months after its worldwide debut in the U.S. (and a rather early teaser from Singapore), ASEAN becomes the second region in the world to get the all-new 2022 Honda Civic. More or less, it sticks to the same script as its North American counterpart but with small enhancements to make it more suitable for Southeast Asian tastes.

It took some time getting here, but the refreshed Mitsubishi Mirage G4 finally has a Philippine launch date: August 28, 2021. Before the full unveil though, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines released a short teaser which you can watch below.

The Philippines’ first ever Olympic Gold Medalist and “Atletang Magiting” Hidilyn Diaz finally gets hold of a gift in gratitude for her historic feat at the Tokyo Olympics – a top of the line Kia Stonic.

In order to avoid any possible confusion during the two-week period of the Enhanced Community Quarantine Season 3 (ECQ 3.0), the IATF has finally released the full list of individuals they deem to be APORs or Authorized Persons Outside of Residents.

Seemingly immune from the adverse effects of the market wariness over the Delta variant of COVID-19, Chery Auto Philippines continues to post record sales month after month.

After showing off its all-new Emira, Lotus is now showing the world where it’s going to be sold. The first Lotus showroom to feature the brand’s new retail identity is now open for business in Manama, the capital city of Bahrain.

Using anonymized real-world data, Ford has discovered some rather peculiar and insightful habits of Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) owners which could show that car owners are ready to shift to all-electric power sooner rather than later.

With the launch of the all-new 2022 Land Cruiser 300, it’s just going to be a matter of time before the world sees its Lexus counterpart, the all-new LX. One tier down though, it seems Lexus is keeping its J.D. Power recognized GX for much longer, giving it more tech for 2022.

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August 10, 2021

Geely Philippines Grew Their Sales By 342 Percent In First Half 2021

Construction Firm Chooses Volkswagen Santana For Their Employees

Toyota Motor PH Launches Smartphone App

Alfa Romeo To Become All-Electric Brand By 2027

Hyundai PH Is Giving 20 Percent Discount On PMS Parts, Service Until August 20

Another Day, Another Gazoo Racing Model For Toyota: Meet The Rush GR Sport

Lamborghini Is Bringing Back The Countach

August 9, 2021

DTI Set To Remove Safeguard Bond On Imported Cars, Light Commercial Vehicles

Renault To Use Geely Platforms To Accelerate Growth In Asia

Geely Opens In Manila

GAC Motor PH Launches Virtual Showroom

Toyota Just Phased Out The Wigo TRD S For...The Wigo GR Sport

Yes, Toyota Is Giving The Avanza The Gazoo Racing Treatment As Well

Toyota Celebrates The Supra's 35th Anniversary With These 2 Special Edition Models

Hyundai PH Reveals New Website

Review: 2021 Jaguar I-PACE EV400 S

The New Bajaj Maxima Could Be What Your Business Needs

August 8, 2021

Suzuki Philippines Officially Recognizes Suzuki S-Presso Club Of The Philippines

Did Honda Just Shortchange ASEAN Buyers Of The 2022 Civic?

August 7, 2021

For P 4.090M, The RAM 1500 Rebel Is One Trail-Ready Truck (w/ Specs)

August 6, 2021

All-New 2022 Honda Civic Debuts In ASEAN Exclusively With Turbo Power

Here's Everything We Could Tell You About The 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage G4

A Promise Fulfilled: Hidilyn Diaz Gets Her Brand-New Kia Stonic

IATF Releases Full List Of Allowed APORs

Chery Auto PH Surpasses 2020 Full-Year Sales In First 7 Months Of 2021

Lotus Shows Off New Retail Identity

Real-World Data Shows Drivers Are Probably Ready To Go Electric

Lexus Updates GX SUV Anew For 2022