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March 29, 2023

Kia Brings Fresh Thinking And Tech To Three-Row SUVs With First-Ever EV9

Kia’s follow-up to its award-winning EV6 is this: the first-ever EV9. Its first three-row fully electric SUV brings fresh thinking, design, and technology to the segment while also spearheading the brand’s transformation to a sustainability mobility solutions provider in the electrified era.

Honda Cars Philippines Names New President

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) recently introduced its new president, Ms. Rie Miyake. Miyake succeeds Mr. Masahiko Nakamura who will assume a new post in Honda Cars Korea effective April 1.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) is offering free vehicle check-ups at all authorized Hyundai outlets nationwide until April 10 under its Hyundai Before Service. This initiative, which started last March 20, aims to keep customers’ vehicles performing optimally by taking a proactive stance to detect and address potential trouble areas. It is a way for the brand to offer added peace of mind, and more notably, promote a culture of safe driving through simple emergency and self-service tips.

Every Filipino driver knows that hitting the road is more than just a means to an end – it’s an adventure. And when it comes to fueling up, you don’t settle for anything less. With Shell, you’ll have more reason to go out and enjoy the summer season because going 100 percent has never been more rewarding.

Forget in-car social media and games. According to the latest Connected Features Interest Survey Report carried out by TechInsights, driving-related functionalities, particularly those surrounding parking, is preferred by drivers as an in-car connected service.

Your brand-new Mazda is produced, in part, by renewable energy as the carmaker finalized an “offsite corporate power purchase agreement” or PPA with the Chugoku Electric Power to use solar power for the carmaker’s assembly lines in Japan. The use of solar power in its vehicle production will help Mazda achieve its carbon neutrality goals.

In a joint effort to bolster the Blue Switch program, Nissan Philippines and the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF) held a ceremonial signing of agreement to announce their partnership. The partnership will demonstrate the Nissan Leaf’s capabilities as an efficient yet sustainable aid for disaster response to natural calamities and gives an avenue for Nissan Philippines and PDRF to exchange knowledge and information to explore better ways in addressing disasters.

When it comes to cars, safety is the single most important feature desired by women, according to a global survey commissioned by South African insurer 1st for Women with members of the global Women’s World Car of the Year (WWCOTY) jury. Carried out by South African WWCOTY juror Charleen Clarke, the survey has found that practicality, performance, and space are all tied in second place.

All-New 2023 BMW 7 Series Launches In The Philippines With Prices Starting At P 8.990M

BMW is moving its flagship luxury sedan, the 7 Series, into an age shaped by sustainability and digitalization. With that, the all-new model, codenamed G70, aims to push comfort and experience to new, forward-thinking ways.

Mazda Philippines launches the BT-50 4x2 AT Black Edition, a new, value-packed BT-50 variant that enhances the style and sophistication of Mazda’s critically-acclaimed pickup truck. Priced identically to the standard BT-50 4x2 AT variant at P 1,430,000, it comes as a factory-installed, no-cost option for the first 50 customers.

Ahead of the launch of its newest flagship sedan, the all-new 7 Series, SMC Asia Car Distributors Corporation has also brought in the refreshed version of its most luxury SUV: the BMW X7.

The heavily revised 2024 Sonata will be Hyundai’s centerpiece at the upcoming Seoul Mobility Show, and it heralds its sportiest re-design ever. Basically, it has been re-born as a dynamic sedan with a low-slung look, aggressive styling, and future-oriented technology.

Don't Get Stuck With A Dead Battery During This Road Trip Season

With Holy Week fast approaching, it’ll be one of the busiest travel seasons. Traveling by plane often means leaving a vehicle in an airport parking lot. After a long journey home, airport delays, battles with heavy luggage, and long lines, exhausted travelers could be faced with a further delay in getting home: a dead battery. The high-power demands of modern vehicles and the drain from parasitic loads such tracking devices and alarms means that a battery can potentially become dead in a matter of days.

Fans of British mobility brands will have a new reason to celebrate as Mutt Motorcycles is set to open a new location in Metro Manila. The Birmingham, UK-based custom vintage motorcycle specialist will be opening along Katipunan Avenue in White Plains, Quezon City on Easter Sunday, April 15.

You are looking at the best variant of the current-generation Honda HR-V. Having driven the base HR-V S (and even pitting it against the Hyundai Creta) and the mid-grade HR-V V Turbo, I can now, with absolute certainty, say that those variants simply pale in comparison to the HR-V RS Turbo. Generally, I’m allergic to recommending a variant that’s been dolled up by a body kit and a few extra features, but Honda’s actually dug deep to make this not just the best iteration of the HR-V yet, but one of the best compact crossovers around.

Goodyear Philippines, Inc. is now the official distributor of Cooper Tires in the Philippines. This follows the news that Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company acquired Cooper Tire Rubber Company in 2021. The move will create a strong US manufacturer, combining both companies’ strengths with an increased presence in distribution and retail channels.

Is Chery Auto Philippines Launching An Electrified Tiggo 7 Pro At MIAS?

It looks like Chery Auto Philippines is ready to expand its electrified vehicle offering with the Tiggo 7 Pro in the coming months.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) is at the SM Aura Premier in BGC from March 24 to 26. This is the first stop of the brand’s Hyundai Mobility Experience which will be a tour of different local cities designed to give more Filipinos access to see and experience its new generation of models.

Another Day, Another New Ford Ranger Variant: Meet The 2023 Wildtrak X

At this point in time, Ford should just change their name to “Ranger” given their insistence to close every conceivable market gap they could. If the launch of the Ranger Stormtrak, Ranger Raptor Diesel, and Ranger Titanium weren’t enough, here comes the Ranger Wildtrak X.

Nissan has developed a prototype sedan which it calls, “Contemporary Lifestyle Vehicle” that will enable its owners to do a lot of things in it but drive.

“Take a good look at this car. Cars like this represent the future. All cars would soon look like this, and you would be proud that you are here at the beginning,” said Ayala Corporation President and CEO Bong Consing just a few minutes before he drove away as the first customer of the all-electric Kia EV6.

Honda Cars PH Is Helping Enable Young Pinoy Innovators

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) joins the Department of Science and Technology - Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) in an innovation competition for young Filipinos in Senior High School. The program, imake.wemake:create.innovate.collaborate, fosters creative and innovative thinking among students by enabling them to solve problems of their respective communities or achieve a particular purpose using critical thinking, experimentation, risk analysis, engineering, and technical skills. This year’s contest gathered a total of 89 project proposals from public and private high schools all over the Philippines, the biggest number of proposals received since the program started in 2017.

What’s the hype about the CS55 Plus Hype? Well, according to Changan Motor Philippines, it’s all about the wonders of next-generation automotive technology.

Nissan quietly updated the Kicks e-Power for the region starting with Thailand. The electrified compact crossover gets new features in Thailand, and in turn, those should trickle in to the Philippines after a few months.

Mini Philippines continues to strengthen its presence in the country with the opening of Mini Cebu, the sole Mini dealership in Central Visayas. Operated by AutoStudio Philippines Corporation (AutoStudio), the facility offers a full suite of services such as new car displays, three aftersales service bays, and retailing of vehicle and lifestyle accessories.

After nine years in the market, the sixth-generation Camaro will retire at the conclusion of the 2024 model year. This was confirmed by Chevrolet, which said the final units will come off the Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant in Michigan in January next year.

SMC's Nasugbu-Bauan Expressway (NBEX) To Unlock Economic Potential Of Batangas

San Miguel Corporation (SMC) is undertaking the P 44.77-billion Nasugbu-Bauan Expressway (NBEX) project that will provide a faster connection between the eastern and western portions of Batangas province.

The Hyundai Motor Group has developed an automatic charging robot (ACR) that removes the guesswork when it comes to topping up its electric vehicles.

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March 29, 2023

Kia Brings Fresh Thinking And Tech To Three-Row SUVs With First-Ever EV9

March 28, 2023

Honda Cars Philippines Names New President

Hyundai Before Service Preps Your Car For The Summer

Power Up With Shell To Make Your Summer Journeys More Rewarding

In-Car Games, Soc Med Integration Fall Out Of Favor With Drivers

Your New Mazda Will Be Produced Using Renewable Energy

Nissan PH Touts LEAF's V2X Capability For Disaster Resilence

What Features Do Women Look For In A Brand-New Car?

March 27, 2023

All-New 2023 BMW 7 Series Launches In The Philippines With Prices Starting At P 8.990M

Mazda PH Introduces Limited Edition BT-50 4x2 Black Edition

2023 BMW X7 Gains Aggressive New Look, Hybrid Power For P 9.890M (w/ Specs)

Hyundai Gives The Sonata Its Sportiest Re-Design For 2024

March 26, 2023

Don't Get Stuck With A Dead Battery During This Road Trip Season

Mutt Motorcycles Set To Open White Plains Showroom

Review: 2023 Honda HR-V RS Turbo Honda SENSING

Cooper Tires Now Distributed In The Philippines By Goodyear

March 25, 2023

Is Chery Auto Philippines Launching An Electrified Tiggo 7 Pro At MIAS?

Hyundai Mobility Experience Heads To SM Aura In BGC

March 24, 2023

Another Day, Another New Ford Ranger Variant: Meet The 2023 Wildtrak X

Nissan's New Car Will Let You Do Anything In It But Drive

Kia, Ayala Corporation Takes 'Inspired' Approach In Launching All-Electric EV6

March 23, 2023

Honda Cars PH Is Helping Enable Young Pinoy Innovators

The 2023 Changan CS55 Plus Will Have You All Hyped Up On "Next-Gen" Tech

This Autech Variant Adds Some Sporty Style To The 2023 Nissan Kicks e-Power

MINI Opens New Cebu Dealership

Chevrolet To End Sixth-Gen Camaro Production In January 2024

March 22, 2023

SMC's Nasugbu-Bauan Expressway (NBEX) To Unlock Economic Potential Of Batangas

Hyundai's Automatic Charging Robot Removes The Guess Work When Charging EVs