Toyota Motor Philippines’s opening salvo is a big one as it’s set to enter the sub-compact SUV segment with the 2022 Raize. As exports of left-hand drive models started in September, it’s only a matter of time for the Philippine market to get their hands on this much-awaited SUV. Check the official brochure, specs here.

After a lifetime of gasoline-powered vehicles, 87-year-old Pedro García is proving it’s never too late to embrace the future as he makes the change to electric—with the all-electric Mustang Mach-E his vehicle of choice.

Aside from the Silverado EV, Chevrolet will be expanding their EV lineup to cover even entry-level models as well. One of the first offerings on the table is the 2023 Equinox EV, a compact SUV that will start at just around USD 30,000 (P 1.533 million).

BMW’s high-performance M brand is moving into the world of electrified vehicles, and the first SUV offering on their menu is the 2023 BMW iX M60.

Chrysler may be late to the EV game, but they plan to catch up quickly. At CES 2022, the American carmaker has made a bold claim that they will go fully electric by 2028, three years after they plan to introduce their first battery electric vehicle in 2025.

Game-changers are a dime a dozen nowadays. With the pandemic having slowed the industry for nearly 2 years, manufacturers have only begun catching up and filling the automotive space with model after model to serve the ever-present and growing demand of the market. One brand, however, stood out from the pack. As one of the first China brands to aggressively enter the consumer market of the Philippine automotive industry back in 2019, Geely introduced itself with a splash—its original purple-based multi-colored logo standing out amidst the neutral, minimalist hues of most car brands. Eventually, it likewise went for a cleaner look: less Infinity glove, more classic, Euro-inspired.

Volvo Cars will be using Qualcomm Technologies’ Snapdragon Cockpit Platforms to take the carmaker’s Google Android Automotive-based infotainment system to the next level.

The Ford F-150 Lightning will have some competition as Chevrolet previewed their very own battery electric pickup truck: the Silverado EV. Due to arrive in 2023 (as a 2024 Model Year vehicle), the Silverado EV joins the Hummer EV by riding on General Motors’ Ultium Platform.

Electronics giant Sony is exploring the possibilities of entering the EV space, and to do that, they’re creating a new company called Sony Mobility. This new entity will explore the viability of entering the production EV space, something Sony dismissed merely as a technological showcase in the past.

Could the third time be the charm for Peugeot? The French brand is set to change distributorship once again this 2022 as Spanish-based Astara will take over from current distributor Columbian Autocar Corporation.

Honda Cars Philippines is opening 2022 with the “Choose Your Own Deals” promo. As the name implies, it offers flexible ownership packages ranging from outright cash discounts to those that bundle free PMS and accessories.

For the first time in nine decades, General Motors was dethroned as the U.S.’ best selling car brand. Their streak was broken by Toyota.

Jim Rowan will become Volvo Cars’ new CEO and President effective this March. Rowan is currently the CEO and board member of Ember Technologies, and previously Group CEO of the Dyson Group. He succeeds Håkan Samuelsson, who first joined Volvo Cars as a member of the board in 2010 and has held the role of CEO and President since October 2012.

A second integrated electric vehicle charging and transport system was recently installed at Ayala Malls Circuit Makati.

Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines is ushering in the new year with deals across their line-up. Ranging from cash discounts to special financing plans to free accessories and maintenance packages, it makes it easier for customers to drive home a brand-new Subaru.

Six months after its global debut and three months after local order books were opened, Lexus Philippines is finally releasing the first units of the all-new 2022 Lexus NX to customers.

Mazda Philippines is opening 2022 with the arrival of its refreshed flagship seven-seater SUV, the CX-9. The 2022 CX-9 continues to raise the standard of class, comfort, and elegance in the segment while the introduction of a third variant brings with it a stronger and more commanding presence.

In support of the Metro Manila Council’s decision to limit the movement of non-vaccinated individuals, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) is prohibiting the domestic travel of unvaccinated individuals whether via land, sea, or air effective today, January 4, 2022.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) officially launches the Montero Sport Black Series. The brand’s latest range of Black Series models was introduced through the Xpander first in November 2021, soon followed the Strada Athlete, and now its 7-seater SUV.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) is extending their Car-Regalo promo until January 31, 2022. Would-be buyers can get deals on brand-new Hyundai vehicles as well as get the chance to win a brand-new Hyundai Veloster and more prizes in the raffle.

In a bid to improve and streamline the processing of inquiries and concerns on vehicle sales, spare parts, and service, Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the local distributor of Geely in the country has launched its Customer Care Hotline.

It seems Toyota is tweaking the Gazoo Racing formula depending on the region. Case in point is the Hilux GR Sport which has been altered, albeit slightly, to fit better with European tastes and sensibilities.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) will maintain a 70 percent cap on passengers for all forms of public utility vehicles. This as the National Capital Region (NCR) has been placed under Alert Level 3 status amid the rise in COVID-19 cases.

Unvaccinated adults and minors will not be allowed to enter malls, restaurants, and even access public transportation except for essential trips for as long as Metro Manila remains under Alert Level 3.

In what could be an acid test for battery electric vehicles, China has announced that it will end all subsidies on so-called “New Energy Vehicles” by the end of 2022.

To help the victims of Typhoon Odette, Honda Foundation, Inc. (HFI), the corporate social responsibility arm of the Honda group of companies in the Philippines composed of Honda Philippines, Inc., Honda Cars Philippines, Inc., Honda Parts Manufacturing Corporation and Honda Trading Philippines, recently donated P 2 million in cash to the Philippine Red Cross (PRC), in support of the ongoing relief operations in the provinces affected by the typhoon.

How to spot the best mechanic in the field? No, it’s not about speedy overnight job but rather it’s all about accelerated hard work, truckload of patience and a synergy of training. As they say, the best automotive technicians are made and trained not born.

The Hyundai Motor Group, composed of Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis is reported to have closed its engine development center as it shifts its R&D resources towards battery electric technology.