After its global reveal, Thailand is the first country to fully confirm its next-generation Ranger line-up, and in a surprising twist it makes less power and has fewer forward gears than it did before.
March 29, 2022
2022 Ford Ranger Has Less Power, Fewer Gears Than The Current Model
After its global reveal, Thailand is the first country to fully confirm its next-generation Ranger line-up, and in a surprising twist it makes less power and has fewer forward gears than it did before.
Land Rover Philippines Opens Order Books For All-New 2023 Range Rover
Land Rover Philippines has opened the order books for the all-new Range Rover. The flagship SUV blends comfort, composure, and all-terrain capability will start arriving at local showrooms by June.
Toyota Teases Subaru WRX-Rivaling GR Corolla
Toyota is bringing forth another new GR model, and this time, they’re setting their sights squarely on the Subaru WRX with the first-ever GR Corolla.
Refreshed Peugeot 2008 Shows Off New Shifter Design
The Peugeot 2008 sub-compact SUV has just been teased for the Philippine market with a possible launch at the Manila International Auto Show, but in Europe, it’s already seen with its first minor refresh.
Mitsubishi Expands To Bulua, Cagayan de Oro
Fast Autoworld Philippine Corporation (FAPC) opens its newest Mitsubishi dealership in Bulua, Cagayan de Oro. It is their 11th dealership under the brand. FAPC is one of the most established and expansive in the entire Mitsubishi network with existing ones in Visayas, namely Mandaue, Cebu South, Mactan, Tacloban, Ormoc, Dumaguete, and Tagbilaran, as well as Mindanao, which are at Butuan, Ozamiz, and Gusa.
March 28, 2022
The 2022 Grand Creta Could Be What Hyundai Needs To Jumpstart Its Sales In The Philippines
Remember the Hyundai Alcazar? Well, it’s now being sold outside of India, under a different name: the Grand Creta. Now sold in Latin America as well as South Africa, the Grand Creta is essentially a stretched version of the Creta sub-compact SUV made to accommodate seven seats.
Nissan Philippines Partners With Renewable Energy Firm
Nissan Philippines has recently partnered with local renewable energy firm First Gen Corporation in a move to further its Blue Switch initiative in the country. Launched in January of this year, Blue Switch is a program that promotes the use of EV technologies to address social concerns.
Lamborghini Brings Iconic Sportscars To PUBG Mobile
PUBG Mobile, one of the world’s most popular mobile games, is excited to announce its new partnership with sports car manufacturer Automobili Lamborghini. This landmark collaboration will bring the pure performance of one of the world’s most aspirational car brands to PUBG Mobile’s iconic battleground – two organizations committed to creating memorable experiences.
Jeep, Dodge Brings Back The Inline-6
Stellantis has announced that its inline-6 is returning this year to power Dodge and Jeep vehicles from the 2023 model year onwards. Dubbed, “Hurricane,” the 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-6 fits both front- and rear-wheel drive vehicles and thus can be fitted to a variety of vehicles from Jeep, Dodge, and Ram.
Aprilia SR GT Arrives In The Philippines For P219K
The long-awaited Aprilia SR GT is finally in the Philippines. Fusing the Italian bike manufacturer’s unmistakable sporty style with practical urban capability, it makes for the ideal companion for everyday riding.
March 27, 2022
Review: 2022 Peugeot 5008 1.6 THP SUV
Seven-seat SUVs are desirable, there’s no doubt about that. A glance at the local sales charts reveal that Filipinos can’t get enough of them. While the family-centric segment is still dominated by small MPVs and SUVs, further up the food chain are larger offerings such as pickup-based passenger vehicles like the Toyota Fortuner and monocoque ones like the Mazda CX-8. Right smack in this wide-ranging segment is the new Peugeot 5008.
Foton Philippines To Launch 2022 Thunder At MIAS
It looks like Foton Motor Philippines won’t be giving up in the pickup truck segment just yet. Confirmed on their social media pages, the pioneering Chinese commercial vehicle brand looks to be launching the all-new 2022 Thunder at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) in April.
Soon To Rise: Honda Cars Bacoor, Cavite
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), in partnership with Honda Cars Makati, Inc. (Ayala Group), continues to enhance the dealership network with the upcoming Honda Cars Bacoor.
Review: 2022 Mazda2 1.5 Premium
The sub-compact car segment is typically filled with choices that fulfill the needs, but not exactly the wants of car buyers. They looked at as basic transportation so the criteria to succeed aren’t exactly long. One brand, however, is looking at the segment in a different light. Thanks to its upmarket push, Mazda is pitting its Mazda2 in the segment not for volume, as its competitors all do, but for presence. Free from the shackles of sales projections, it has allowed them to reposition their small hatchback (yes, it’s just available with one body style now) to become a style leader.
March 26, 2022
Mitsubishi Motors PH Just Discounted The 2022 Xpander's Price Even Before Its Launch
In what could be Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC)’s most direct response to the arrival of the all-new Toyota Avanza, they’re now slashing the prices off their yet-to-be-released new Xpander MPV.
Is Chery Auto Philippines Going To Launch A Hybrid SUV At MIAS?
Is Chery Auto Philippines going to launch their very own hybrid SUV? That may be the case based on teasers posted by the Chinese auto brand the past few weeks (check out their posts below).
March 25, 2022
Porsche Philippines Launches 2022 Macan
Since its launch in 2014, the Macan premium compact SUV has been a success story for Porsche. Last year alone, it sold 88,362 units or nearly 30 percent of its entire 301,915 deliveries worldwide.
Volvo Cars PH To Unveil Boost Hybrid Models At Manila International Auto Show
Volvo Cars Philippines will showcase its new range of hybrid vehicles at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) happening this April 7 to 10, 2022.
Petron Supports MIAS, IR Bike Fest
Industry leader Petron Corporation further strengthens its support for the upcoming Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) and the Inside Racing Bike Festival and Trade Show, so car lovers and motoring enthusiasts can once again enjoy the excitement of the country’s biggest auto and motorcycle shows.
Beijing Motor Show Set To Be Postponed Due To COVID Resurgence
The biennial Beijing auto show, which is scheduled to begin on April 21 in the Chinese capital, is expected to be postponed due to surging coronavirus infections in multiple cities across China.
Hyundai Shows Off Modern PUV With BiyaHenyo Caravan
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) recently kicked off its nationwide BiyaHenyo Caravan showcasing the Hyundai HD48 GT Modern PUV in key cities of Luzon and Metro Manila.
Mazda To Suspend Japan Assembly Anew In April
Reeling from the effects of the earthquake that struck Japan last March 16 and the rise in coronavirus cases at its suppliers, particularly in China, Mazda is announcing a full stoppage of vehicle assembly at its lines in Japan in April.
March 24, 2022
Suzuki Philippines Continues Network Expansion With New 3S Dealership In Kawit, Cavite
As part of its continued efforts in making the brand accessible across the country, Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH), the country’s pioneer compact car distributor, recently inaugurated the newest of its 72 dealerships nationwide.
Check Out The Philippines' Most Affordable EV: The 2022 BYD Dolphin
After taking in reservations last December, STAR Corporation, the exclusive distributor of BYD vehicles in the Philippines has announced that first stocks of its all-electric hatchback, the Dolphin EV have arrived. Priced at P 1.798 million, it undercuts all other EVs be it from China, Korea, or Japan.
Bentley's Operating Profits Grew 1,845 Percent In 2021
Bentley Motors announced its global operating profits in 2021 reached 389 million euros, representing a 1,845 percent spike from the British luxury marque’s 20-million euros result the previous year. The latest figure is more than double Bentley’s previous record full-year performance set in 2014.
Honda Previews All-Electric SUV, North American HR-V Goes Global
Honda is committed to expand its electrified product especially in Europe. This will result in their widest line-up in that continent in many years.
A Hyundai Dealer Just Confirmed A New Distributor For The Korean Car Brand
Update: It seems Hyundai Pasig took their post down, but we were able to take a screen shot using our mobile phone (3/24).
Despite the lack of an official announcement regarding the status of Hyundai in the Philippines, one of their dealers went ahead and announced it anyway on their official dealer Facebook page.
Check Out The List Of Debuts At The 2022 Manila International Auto Show
The Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) once again opens its doors to the motoring public this April 7-10, 2022 at the World Trade Center. The Philippines’ biggest annual motoring event is making an onsite comeback after a two-year absence. As always, MIAS will feature the latest models from some of the country’s leading manufacturers and distributors.
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