April 11, 2023
Mitsubishi PH Celebrates 60th Anniversary With Limited Edition Xpander Cross
With Mitsubishi Motors Philippines celebrating its 60th (diamond) anniversary this year, it was inevitable that they’d be releasing special edition models to commemorate this milestone. Well, the first vehicle to get the treatment is the Xpander Cross which has received the limited edition 60th Anniversary treatment.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
MIAS,
Mitsubishi Xpander Cross,
News,
Sub-Compact SUV
FUSO Opens In Carmona, Cavite
Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) inaugurated its newest dedicated dealership in Carmona, Cavite under Alpine Motors Corporation (AMC).
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Fuso Corporate,
News
Upcoming MINIs Will Have A Virtual Bulldog As An In-Car Assistant
Mini will take a playful approach when it comes to in-car personal assistant by announcing that he’ll be taking the form of a dog named Spike.
Filed Under:
MINI Corporate,
News,
Technology
April 10, 2023
Jetour Auto PH Selects Team Kramer As Brand Ambassadors
Jetour Auto Philippines has partnered with “Team Kramer” power couple Doug and Cheska Kramer – along with their kids Kendra, Scarlett, and Gavin. The family will be the new faces of the brand as it pushes for increased visibility and awareness among Filipinos.
Filed Under:
Jetour Corporate,
MIAS,
News
Ford Receives Approval To Sell Bronco For International Markets
Sad about the discontinuation of the Toyota FJ Cruiser? Not to worry, another retro-styled, body-on-frame SUV may soon be on the way locally: the Ford Bronco.
Filed Under:
Ford Bronco,
Mid-sized SUV,
News,
Rumors
Goodyear Assurance Comfort Tred Makes Your Luxury Car Ride Better
Goodyear Philippines, Inc. announced the launch of the brand-new Assurance ComfortTred, an expansion of its Assurance portfolio specifically customized for luxury vehicles in the Asia Pacific market.
Honda Cars PH Turns Up The Deals With Their April Offers
Honda Cars Philippines is offering special deals on the BR-V, Brio, and other models with their Hot Rides, Cool Deals promo until the end of April.
Filed Under:
Honda BR-V,
Honda Brio,
Honda City,
Honda Corporate,
News
The Hyundai Creta Offers A Fresh Perspective In Subcompact Driving
In the Philippines, there’s no doubt that the Japanese reign supreme when it comes to motoring. Not only do Japanese carmakers carry some of the most iconic automotive brands, their products have also offered top-notch quality and value for over decades. If there’s one thing to be said about Filipinos, it is the loyalty that they have toward brands that have served them—and continue to—for generations. But that hasn’t deterred others from trying their hand at getting a piece of the pie in the Philippine automotive industry.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Driver's Seat,
Hyundai Creta
April 9, 2023
Subaru Forester GT Edition Returns To PH Showrooms For P 2.298M
After its regional debut last January at the Singapore Motor Show, Motor Image Pilipinas has quietly launched the new Forester GT Edition just a few days before its public debut at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS).
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact SUV,
News,
Subaru Forester
Toyota Motor Philippines Officially Discontinues FJ Cruiser
As the world celebrates a risen Christ and Easter, Toyota Motor Philippines has finally laid to rest one of its longest serving vehicles: the FJ Cruiser. After almost a decade as part of its official line-up, it has finally been discontinued this April.
Filed Under:
Mid-sized SUV,
News,
Toyota FJ Cruiser
April 8, 2023
The Mazda CX-60 FR Platform Maximizes Human Potential
In a previous story, we tackled why Mazda opted for a large displacement, 6-cylinder engine in their first Large Product Group vehicle, the CX-60. Now, it’s time to discuss the matter regarding its architecture, particularly its front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout.
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Feature,
Mazda CX-60
Kia Increases Electrified Vehicle Targets; Promises 15 EVs By 2027
Kia has updated its Plan S mid- to long-term business strategy with a stronger focus on electrification. With that, the Korean automaker has increased its global sales target, including the percentage of electrified offerings.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Kia Corporate,
News
Why Did Mazda Opt For A 3.3-liter Inline-6 In The CX-60?
When Mazda first unveiled the CX-60 SUV last year, some eyebrows were raised particularly when it comes to its engine. In a world of downsized four- or even three-cylinder engines, why did the carmaker opt to go for a 3.3-liter inline-6?
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Engines,
Feature,
Mazda CX-60
Toyota Confirms ASEAN Production Of EV Pickup By End-2023
Faced with the possibility of being left behind in the shift towards EVs, Toyota has announced a radical shift in company policy and direction that, as you guessed it, pivots the Japanese carmaker to release more EVs.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Toyota Corporate
April 6, 2023
2024 Mazda3 Offers Enhanced Fuel Economy, Larger Infotainment Screen
Mazda has refreshed the Mazda3 for 2024 bringing in a raft of updates that bring it back to the forefront of the compact car segment.
The Hyundai Motorstudio Goyang Isn't Your Ordinary Car Museum
Korea may not be the first country you think of when it comes to automotive-related exhibits and museums, but that’s fast changing. Realizing that the future of mobility isn’t purely functional, but emotional as well, Hyundai has opened several Hyundai Motorstudio in key cities around the world to serve as a mobility theme park of sorts.
Filed Under:
Feature,
Hyundai Corporate,
Travel
The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness Is Your Lubak, Baha-Proof Ride
The Philippines is still waiting for the all-new Crosstrek to arrive (maybe it’ll make an appearance at MIAS?), but elsewhere, it just got the Wilderness treatment.
The Kia EV6 GT Beat Out The Toyota GR Corolla, Nissan Z To Become This Year's Performance Car Of The Year
Who says EVs are boring? The Kia EV6 GT managed to beat out the Toyota GR Corolla and Nissan Z by being crowned as the World Performance Car of the Year 2023 at the World Car Awards.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Kia EV6,
News
Jeep Updates Wrangler With New Looks, Tech, And Safety For 2024
Jeep updates its most recognizable and most capable SUV, the Wrangler, for 2024 adding more capability and safety, along with revised styling and technology.
Filed Under:
Jeep Wrangler,
Luxury SUV,
New York International Auto Show,
News
Hyundai Takes World's Best Car Title For Second Straight Year With 2024 Ioniq 6
After winning the World Car of the Year last year with the Ioniq 5, Hyundai has made it two for two with the Ioniq 6 taking the top prize this year.
April 5, 2023
Volvo Cars PH Awards Volvo Ironmark Award To Small Laude
Volvo Philippines lauds the amazing achievements of social media influencer Small Laude, by bestowing her with the prestigious Volvo Ironmark Award.
Filed Under:
News,
Volvo Corporate
Caltex Biyahe Ni Drew Is Back This Holy Week
Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), will help motorists have a hassle-free travel with Biyahe ni Drew’s Bantay Biyahe motorists assistance this upcoming Holy week.
Filed Under:
Caltex,
Chevron Corporate,
News
Petron Marks Lakbay Alalay's 38th Year
Industry leader Petron Corporation is once again activating the country’s longest running roadside assistance program for the Holy Week holidays, with Lakbay Alalay pit stops at strategic locations on the major toll roads.
Filed Under:
News,
Petron Corporate
SsangYong Is No More As New Owners Reveal First SUV Under Its New Name: KG Mobility
It’s official: SsangYong Motor is no more. This after its new owner, the KG Group, a Korean steel and chemicals firm, re-launched it as KG Mobility at the Seoul Mobility Show. Their first vehicle? The all-electric Torres EVX.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Seoul Mobility Show,
SsangYong Torres
Changan Auto's Summer Motorist Roadside Assistance Makes For Peaceful Journeys
Changan’s Summer Motorist Roadside Assistance (SMRA) will guarantee safe travels, whatever your Lenten journey is and wherever it will take you.
Filed Under:
Changan Corporate,
News,
Service
Filipinos Now Open To EVs, Online Vehicle Purchase
As concerns over climate change continue to grow, a majority of Filipinos now believe that electric vehicles (EVs) are the future of transportation and a key to a sustainable environment. The findings were revealed in a recent poll conducted by Standard Insights.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
PHL Auto Industry
April 4, 2023
SMC Tollways Ready For Influx Of Motorists For Holy Week Travel
San Miguel Corporation’s infrastructure unit said it has made all necessary preparations in anticipation of heavy traffic volume this week at all its expressways, namely the South Luzon Expressway, (SLEX), Southern Tagalog Arterial Road (STAR), the Skyway System, NAIA Expressway, and the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX), as Filipinos head out to the provinces for the traditional observance of Holy Week.
Filed Under:
News,
San Miguel Corporate,
Traffic
What Is Kia's Opposites United? Let Us Explain
At the center of Kia’s market push to become a more emotional brand is its design philosophy: Opposites United. Launched alongside its new logo and tagline, Opposites United takes inspiration from the contrasts found in nature and humanity.
Filed Under:
Feature,
Kia Corporate
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