January 16, 2023
Changan PH Grows 221 Percent In 2022
Changan Motor Philippines, Inc. (CMPI), the country’s official distributor of Changan cars, closed 2022 with a 221 percent growth. Last year, they sold 1,787 units compared to 557 units in 2021. Likewise, they achieved 100 percent of their sales targets in terms of wholesale.
Foton PH Appoints Levy Santos As General Manager
Foton Motor Philippines Inc. (FMPI) inducts longtime vice president Levy Santos as its new General Manager starting this January 2023.
Filed Under:
Foton Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
2023 Lexus RX Arrives With Standard Hybrid Power. Prices Start At P 5.058M
In celebration of their 14th anniversary in the Philippines, Lexus has unveiled the all-new, fifth-generation Lexus RX SUV. The groundbreaking SUV—which was the world’s first hybrid luxury SUV—continues its forward thinking approach resulting in a more powerful, stylish, and sustainable Lexus RX.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Lexus RX,
Luxury SUV,
News
Meet The Country's First Hybrid MPV: The 2023 Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid (w/ Specs)
Suzuki Auto Philippines launches the country’s first hybrid MPV in the form of the 2023 Ertiga Hybrid.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Entry-Level MPV,
News,
Suzuki Ertiga
Chevron Donates To Tondo Parish Solar Power Project
Continuing to serve communities where it operates Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of the Caltex brand of fuels and lubricants, funded the purchase and installation of solar panels for the San Pablo Apostol Parish (SPAP) in Tondo, Manila. This donation from Chevron was the single largest corporate donation for this pilot project.
Filed Under:
Caltex,
Chevron Corporate,
CSR,
News
The Jeep Avenger Is The 2023 European Car Of The Year
For the first time, ever, Jeep has won the 2023 European Car of the Year with their first fully electric vehicle: the Avenger.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Jeep Avenger,
News
January 15, 2023
The 2023 Suzuki Carry Lineman Vehicle Helps Keeps Your Phone, Internet Working
When it comes to providing vehicles that can cater to your personal and business needs, Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH), does not fail to deliver.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
Suzuki Carry
Toyota Mobility Solutions PH Empowers Seafood Wholesaler Mida Food
Toyota Mobility Solutions Philippines, Inc. (TMSPH) introduces one of its flagship new mobility solutions, a logistics platform that aims to digitalize logistics processes and support operating efficiency and growth of local enterprises.
Filed Under:
News,
Toyota Corporate
Out-Of-Warranty Navara, Terra Customers Can Save Up To 41 Percent In Preventive Maintenance Service
Nissan car owners who are no longer covered by their warranty can now get their vehicles serviced at a discounted rate.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan Corporate,
Nissan Navara,
Nissan Terra,
Service
Isuzu PH Switches To Solar, Renewable Power To Make Its Trucks
After introducing its Road to Progress vision in 2022, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) switches on its Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Project with the goal of becoming energy self-sufficient to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emission of its manufacturing plant in Biñan, Laguna.
Filed Under:
Environment,
Isuzu Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Toyota Swaps Out The AE86's 4A-GE Engine For An Electric Motor And Batteries
Toyota may be looking at conversion services for some of its classic cars as a way to keep them running as the world transitions to being carbon neutral.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Tokyo Auto Salon,
Toyota Concept Cars
January 13, 2023
Promise Fulfilled: The Rotary Engine Returns In The 2023 Mazda MX-30 e-Skayctiv R-EV
This is it: the rotary engine is back and it’s found in the Mazda MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV—a plug-in hybrid model that uses the famous piston-less engine as a gas-fed generator just a few days after the Japanese carmaker teased its logo.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Mazda MX-30,
News
The 2024 Subaru Impreza Goes For Hybrid Power In Japan
Just two months after its global unveil in the United States, the all-new Subaru Impreza has made home market debut in Japan.
Filed Under:
Compact,
News,
Subaru Impreza,
Tokyo Auto Salon
Nissan Gives The GT-R Yet Another Fresh This 2023
Nissan is giving its flagship 15-year-old supercar, the GT-R, its most expansive changes since its 2017 refresh.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan GT-R,
Sports Car
BMW PH Offers Up To P 200K Discount On Motorrad Line For A Limited Time
As the new year unfolds, SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp., the official importer and distributor of BMW Motorrad in the Philippines, is putting the ultimate adventure bike, best performance roadster, and most iconic cruiser within the reach of aspiring owners and riding enthusiasts.
Filed Under:
BMW Motorcycles,
Motorcycle,
News
January 12, 2023
Hyundai Ioniq 6, 2 Great Wall Models Are Europe's Safest Cars Of 2022
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is the safest car tested in 2022 according to the Euro NCAP. Hyundai’s all-electric “streamliner” achieved the highest overall score, based on their results for Adult Occupancy Protection, Child Occupancy Protection, Vulnerable User Protection, and Safety Assist technologies.
Filed Under:
Great Wall Corporate,
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Ioniq 6,
NCAP,
News,
Safety
2023 Suzuki Jimny Launched In New 5-Door Format
The much-awaited 5-door version of the Suzuki Jimny has made its global debut at the 2023 Auto Expo in India.
Filed Under:
India Auto Expo,
News,
Sub-Compact SUV,
Suzuki Jimny
Hyundai Motor PH Will Service PNP Patrol Cars Donated By The Republic Of Korea
Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) formally pledged to extend its aftersales support to the Philippine National Police’s (PNP) existing fleet of “Hyundai Patrol Cars.” This comprises of 81 Grand Starex and 49 Elantra units which were turned over by the Republic of Korea (ROK), through the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and Korean National Police Agency (KNPA), to the country’s principal police force.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
News
Lexus PH Opens Home Of Electrified Vehicles At Mitsukoshi BGC
With the soft opening of Mitsukoshi BGC last November 2022, Filipinos have marveled over the culture of these two countries coming together through their store offerings, architecture, and hospitality.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Lexus Corporate,
News
Suzuki's First-Ever EV Is Coming In 2025 And It Could Look Something Like This
The introduction of its Smart Hybrid system and its technical cooperation with Toyota for its strong hybrid system are just the first steps for Suzuki’s electrification plans. Now, Suzuki is ready to produce its first full battery electric vehicle (BEV) and it’s been previewed by the eVX Concept in Delhi, India.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
India Auto Expo,
News,
Suzuki Corporate
Kia EV6 Wins 2023 North American Utility Vehicle Of The Year
The soon-to-arrive in the Philippines all-electric Kia EV6 was named as the North American Utility Vehicle of the Year by the North American Car of the Year (NACTOY) jury. This is the second occasion in three years that the NACTOY jury has named a Kia vehicle as its top choice in the category, and the first win for a Kia electric vehicle (EV).
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Kia EV6,
News
January 11, 2023
Subaru Forester GT Edition Returns For 2023 Model Year (w/ Video)
Aside from the regional debut of the all-electric Solterra EV, Motor Image brings back the Forester GT Edition for the 2023 model year.
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
News,
Subaru Forester
BMW Maintains Position As World's Best-Selling Premium Brand
BMW has managed maintain its position as the world’s number one premium brand by selling a total of 2,100,692 units.
Filed Under:
BMW Corporate,
News
Urus Helps Push Lamborghini Sales To Record High In 2022
Lamborghini continues to break sales records with its best-ever annual performance last 2022. A total of 9,233 vehicles were delivered worldwide—a 10 percent increase over 2021.
Filed Under:
Lamborghini Corporate,
Lamborghini Urus,
News
Nissan X-Trail e-Power To Make ASEAN Debut
Nissan is giving its X-Trail e-Power a regional debut at the Singapore Motor Show 2023 as part of its commitment to provide the widest array of electrified products in the region.
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
News,
Nissan X-Trail
Subaru Solterra EV To Hold Regional Debut At Singapore Motor Show 2023
After a three-year hiatus, the Singapore Motor Show is back and brands like Subaru are putting their best foot forward.
Given that Singapore is the homebase of Subaru’s regional distributor, Motor Image, they’re using the annual show to fortify their electrification plans with the ASEAN debut of the Solterra—the Japanese brand’s first-ever dedicated battery electric vehicle (BEV) model.
With a name that combines the Latin word for “Sun” (Sol) and “Earth” (Terra), it is proof of Subaru’s commitment to deliver traditional SUV capabilities in an environmentally responsible package.
Co-developed from the ground up with shareholder Toyota, the Solterra differs from its Toyota twin, the bZ4X, thanks to its hexagonal grille and unique head- and taillight treatments.
Underneath though, it’s pretty much the bZ4X down to the use of the e-Subaru Global Platform (Toyota calls it e-Toyota New Global Architecture). Motor Image is expected to reveal more details about the regional specs of the Solterra at the show, but globally, it’s offered in both front- and all-wheel drive versions.
The front-wheel drive version has 204 horsepower (150 kW), while the all-wheel drive version has 217 horsepower (160 kW) with 108 horsepower (80 kw) going to each axle. Connected to a 71.4-kWh lithium-ion battery, it has a maximum cruising range of up to 530 kilometers based on WLTC standard.
In addition, the Forester-sized EV brings Subaru’s famed all-wheel drive system to the electric age further optimizing the grip to all four wheels. The advancement here is down to the electric motors being able to precisely distribute torque between the front and rear wheels. Moreover, the X-Mode AWD is upgraded with a new Grip Control function that further enhances both on- and off-road stability.
Aside from the Solterra, Motor Image will also be holding the regional debut of the 2023 Forester GT Edition (Forester Hybrid GT Edition for the Singaporean market). They will also have a cutaway display of the Forester Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle (MHEV) at the show.
The Singapore Motor Show opens to the public from January 12 to 15, 2023 at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition.
Filed Under:
News,
Subaru Corporate,
Subaru Solterra
Suzuki Auto PH Greets 2023 With New Year New Wheels Deals
Suzuki Philippines enters the New Year with a bang with their New Year New Wheels Promo for the whole month of January.
Filed Under:
News,
Suzuki Celerio,
Suzuki Corporate,
Suzuki DZire,
Suzuki S-Presso
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