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July 7, 2022

2023 Toyota Hilux Conquest Gets Thicc, Adds Rear Disc Brakes


Although you can already get a Hilux tastefully modded by Arctic Trucks (the AT35) in Europe or by Toyota New Zealand (Hilux Mako), this isn’t stopping Toyota from adding performance and capability upgrades to its Hilux.

1 of 150 Aston Valkyrie Hypercars Headed To Manila


Aston Martin Manila President Marc Tagle reveals that one lucky Filipino buyer has scored an Aston Martin Valkyrie and that it’s making its way to the country soon.

July 6, 2022

Volvo Cars Adds Third Plant In Europe To Meet Growing Demand


Volvo Cars is adding a third manufacturing plant in Europe in order for them to meet the continued demand from its customers for electric cars.

Floirendo Powers Audi R8 LMS To Strong Finish In Thailand Series


Multi-awarded Filipino racecar driver Vincent Floirendo returned strongly to the international GT circuit following a two-year absence by finishing the first round of the 2022 Thailand Super Series (TSS) in the top spots.

Suzuki Piles On The Discounts This July


Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH) rings in the second half of the year by announcing the return of its customer favorite, new and improved, Four the Win Promo.

Mazda's Next-Gen 3.3-liter 6-Cylinder Diesel Offers Up To 254 Horsepower, Does Up To 24.8 km/L


Mazda has announced more details surrounding its all-new diesel engine for use in its Large Product family. Starting with the CX-60, the 3.3-liter e-Skyactiv-D inline-6 combines a “right sizing” concept together with a mild-hybrid system.

July 5, 2022

Here Are The Confirmed Key Features Of Every Model In Hyundai Philippines' Launch Line-Up


About two weeks after their first dealer conference where they revealed their launch line-up, and around a week since pricing started leaking out through various sales agents, newly-appointed Hyundai distributor, Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH) is still quiet when it comes to engaging with the motoring media.

TESDA, Petron Inaugurate New Automotive Training Facility


The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and Petron Corporation inaugurated a modern automotive training facility at the government agency’s Taguig complex.

Michelin And UNICEF Partner For Road Safety


Michelin and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) announce a 3-year partnership on the occasion of the UNICEF Side Event to the High Level Meeting on improving global road safety, organized by UNICEF in New York. The partnership will promote road safety among young people in South-East Asia and China and will help advance the global agenda on road safety issues 2021 – 2030. This is an important milestone for Michelin in the continued effort to halve road deaths and injuries by 2030.

Isuzu BGC Gallery Ready To Serve Customers


Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) joins the roster of prestigious brands showcased in Ayala Group’s newly inaugurated multi-brand showroom, AC Motors Centrale. The showroom, which is referred to as BGC Gallery, flaunts different four-wheeled and two-wheeled vehicles from other brands including Isuzu’s very own D-Max, mu-X, and Traviz, providing a one-stop shop to customers.

There's A Financing Promo For The All-New Honda HR-V


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is bringing cash discounts and flexible financing schemes with the continuation of their Power Drive Deals promo until the end of July.

July 4, 2022

SMC Hopes Bulacan Airport City Freeport Could Still Be Realized


Government stands to reap upwards of 200 billion US dollars in export revenues annually from potential foreign investors from the aviation, manufacturing, technology, education, healthcare, and tourism industries, if the vision for the Bulacan Airport Economic Zone is realized, SMC President and Chief Executive Officer Ramon S. Ang said.

Nissan Is Studying To Bring Low-Cost EVs To Global Markets


Last May, Nissan and its joint-venture partner, Mitsubishi made headlines when they released two small EVs—the Nissan Sakura and the Mitsubishi eK X EV. While they may be designed primarily for the Japanese market, don’t discount the possibility of seeing them or a version of them being exported outside Japan.

GAC Reveals The Space Concept, An MPV Inspired By Chinese Design And Culture


As the GAC Group celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, they’ve come up with the Space, a new concept car that not only realizes their past efforts, but also symbolizes the future and promise of GAC Motor moving forward.

Chery Tiggo 8 PRO Goes On Nationwide Roadshow


After its unveiling at the Manila International Auto Show, Chery Auto Philippines’ flagship SUV, the Tiggo 8 Pro is undergoing a nationwide tour with The World of Luxury roadshow.

Supply Chain Disruptions, Lack Of New Cars Helped Nissan To Reflect On What's Important


The global pandemic and the supply chain disruptions that followed was a reflective time for Nissan. Amidst the uncertainty of new vehicle supply, the Japanese auto giant realized that to succeed, they had to be done with chasing outright numbers.

July 3, 2022

The Wait For A Brand-New MINI Is So Long, They're Sending Life-Size Puzzles To Owners Instead


The wait for new cars has gotten so long for buyers that carmakers are now coming up with ways to keep frustrated would-be owners entertained. The latest among them is Mini which is sending life-sized “Not so Mini” puzzles to owners in the United States.

Peugeot Breaks Ground For New Alabang Dealership


Peugeot dealer Automotive Icon, Inc. (AII) recently held a ground-breaking ceremony to officially mark the construction of Peugeot Alabang’s new showroom in Alabang, Muntinlupa City.

Hyundai To Discontinue Accent By 2023


While the fate of the Reina is clear (it’ll be discontinued) under Hyundai’s new Philippine distributor, Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH), there’s still some uncertainty looming over its sub-compact sedan, the Accent. It seems they’ve opted to be mum about it and left its fate to Hyundai Motor Korea which has decided to axe the nameplate altogether.

July 1, 2022

Could The 2023 Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Preview The All-New Suzuki Vitara?


After officializing their joint development program for a new compact crossover with Suzuki, Toyota has now pulled the wraps off the 2023 Urban Cruiser Hyryder. Destined for a global audience (India and Africa mostly), it will go against the likes of the Hyundai Creta.

Isuzu Philippines Adds 2 New D-MAX Variants


Isuzu Philippines has quietly reshuffled its D-Max pickup truck line-up which sees the addition of two additional variants as well as the discontinuation others. Either way, this should please manual transmission enthusiasts as both the new variants come with a three-pedal set-up.

Geely Expands To Calamba And Butuan


Sojitz G Auto Philippines Corporation (SGAP), the official distributor of Geely vehicles in the country, inaugurates two dealerships and is ready to cater to its customers in the Calamba, Laguna and Butuan provinces. Geely Calamba and Geely Butuan, marks the 30th and 31st outlets respectively, in the fast-growing network of Geely in the Philippines.

2023 Ford Ranger Reportedly Coming In 5 Variants, 4 Trims


Update: Ford Philippines has revealed the official trims, prices of the Ranger and Everest (7/8).

A few weeks after spotting them on local roads and the subsequent opening of order books that followed, we have our first indications as to the local specs and variants of Ford’s next-generation Ranger.

Could The 2023 Suzuki Brezza Replace The Vitara?


The discontinuation of the Hungarian-made Vitara for the Philippine market may pave the way for Suzuki to possibly introduce a more affordable small SUV: the all-new 2023 Brezza.

June 30, 2022

Kia Shows Off 2023 Seltos Compact Crossover With Sportage-Inspired Design


Ahead of its official global reveal, Kia showed off the first official images of the refreshed 2023 Seltos compact crossover.

Suzuki Auto Mactan Reopens


Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH) announces the reopening of Suzuki Auto Mactan, in Lapu-Lapu city, Cebu. The new Suzuki Auto Mactan (SA Mactan) is now complete with its very own After Sales Service Department ready to provide assistance to its patrons.

The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Is A Futuristic Streamliner That Wears A New Logo


After the introduction of the Ioniq 5, Hyundai has revealed the second member of their all-electric family: the Ioniq 6.

2023 Mazda CX-8 Arrives In ASEAN With Turbo Engine


About 18 months after it was first unveiled in Japan, Mazda is starting to roll out the updated CX-8 three-row SUV for the Southeast Asian market.