Nissan’s Chief Operating Officer, Ashwani Gupta will not be reappointed to the carmaker’s board when his term expires in June. This casts doubt on the future of the executive who had been seen in the running for CEO.
May 15, 2023
Nissan's Chief Operating Officer Stepping Down Next Month
Nissan’s Chief Operating Officer, Ashwani Gupta will not be reappointed to the carmaker’s board when his term expires in June. This casts doubt on the future of the executive who had been seen in the running for CEO.
Cigarette Maker PMFTC Goes All-Electric For Smoke-Free Future
It sounds a bit ironic for a cigarette maker, but PMFTC, an affiliate of Philip Morris International, is envisioning a smoke-free future by going all-electric for its Marikina Sales Office. PMFTC’s move is seen as a significant step towards the company’s goal of Carbon Neutrality by 2025 while also aiming to maintain profitability.
Test Drive The Next-Generation Ranger Raptor At Ford Island Conquest From May 19 To 21
Ford Philippines is marking the return of the highly-anticipated Ford Island Conquest (FIC) experiential test drive event this year on Friday, May 19 to Sunday, May 21 at the ARCA South Interactive Park in Taguig City.
Award-Winning XL750 Transalp Lands At Philippine Honda Big Bike Dealerships
Honda Philippines’ award-winning adventure bike, the XL750 Transalp has arrived at Honda Big Bike dealerships nationwide.
May 13, 2023
Cebuana Teacher Goes For The Volkswagen T-Cross As Her First Car
When the Volkswagen T-Cross was launched, Stara Mae Tiongco—a high school teacher in Cagayan de Oro City—immediately set her eyes on the one colored Syringa Violet.
May 12, 2023
Honda's Targeting First-Time Riders With Its All-Electric EM1 e Moped
Aside from electrifying its four-wheeled vehicles, Honda’s doing the same with their two-wheeled offerings. The first one is the Honda EM1 e (stylized as EM1 e:)—an all-electric moped that comes with swappable batteries.
Meet The 2024 e:Ny1, Honda's Second Fully-Electric Vehicle
After the Honda e, Honda has revealed its second fully electric vehicle, and this time, it’s a small SUV. Meet the 2024 e:Ny1 (Anyone, get it?)
Hyundai Targets 3rd Straight Nürburgring 24 Hours Endurance Race Win
Hyundai Motor Company will compete in the 2023 Nürburgring 24 Hours, the most grueling automotive endurance race in the world, for the eighth consecutive year, seeking its third straight victory in the TCR class and first win in the VT2 class.
Maserati To Cease Production Of V8; Commits To All-Electric Future
Maserati is closing the chapter dedicated to its V8 engine as the Italian luxury brand commits to an all-electric future.
917Ventures Identifies 7 Sites Of EV Motorcycle Battery Swapping Stations, Taps FINSI For Rollout
Fiber Infrastructure and Network Services Inc. (FINSI), a subsidiary of the Asticom Group of Companies, was tapped by 917Ventures, the Globe Group’s corporate venture builder, to deploy and maintain the first-ever Gogoro battery-swapping platform for its Smartscooters in the Philippines.
Lexus Teases All-New GX SUV
If you thought Lexus would have forgotten about its long-serving GX; they didn’t. Their full-sized body-on-frame SUV (and twin to the Land Cruiser Prado) is getting its first full redesign in 14 years, and here’s their first official teaser.
May 11, 2023
2023 Chevrolet Tahoe Arrives In the Philippines Starting At P 7.702M
After reservation books opened last year, Chevrolet Philippines says stocks of the 2023 Tahoe are now available at all authorized dealerships nationwide.
The Current-Generation Toyota Vios Gets Another Refresh, Added Safety Tech
Not to be outdone by Nissan who just refreshed the Almera, Toyota has also decided to launch the new look Vios, but this time, over at Vietnam. Though certain ASEAN markets are now enjoying the fourth-generation Vios, others, likely including the Philippines, will get this final refresh before it switches over to the Daihatsu-based platform.
New Look Nissan Almera Drops In ASEAN With More Features, Connectivity Services
After its global debut for the North American region, the refreshed Nissan Almera has made its ASEAN debut as well, bringing with it refreshed styling and enhanced features.
Review: 2023 MG GT Sport
The term, “GT” is one of the most misused automotive terms out there. In the simplest sense, a Grand Tourer, or if you prefer Italian, Gran Turismo, refers to a type of car designed for high speed and long-distance driving. And because they have to combine both performance and luxury attributes, they’re often a coupe derived from a sedan counterpart. A quick glance at the MG GT tells you it’s none of these things. But don’t let that turn you off, because at the end of the day, this compact sedan still has something good to offer.
May 10, 2023
BYD Picks Vietnam Over Philippines As Manufacturing Site
The Philippines loses out to Vietnam as the site of Chinese new energy vehicle giant BYD’s new assembly plant.
Bosch Auto PH's Care For Education Initiative Gains Support
Following the successful launch of Bosch Automotive Aftermarket Philippines (Bosch AA) #CareForEducation campaign in collaboration with Teach for the Philippines (TFP) last December, the initiative has gained significant support from the local community to enable children in the Philippines to receive access to quality education and secure a better future for themselves. Among the tremendous support received from various organizations and individuals include a significant contribution of P 500,000 from Warren Automotive Company, the reigning Dealer of the Year of Bosch AA.
Nissan Backtracks On Kicks AC Issue; Says Permanent Fix Hasn't Been Found
Remember that issue surrounding the Nissan Kicks’ aircon system? The one that Nissan said they found a fix for and that it doesn’t affect units produced from February 2023 onward? Yeah well…the carmaker’s now backtracking on that statement.
McLaren Automotive Extends Engine Deal With Ricardo
British supercar company McLaren Automotive has announced a multi-year partnership with engine supplier Ricardo to manufacture its next-generation V8 power unit as part of a long-term investment deal.
Lexus Teases First-Ever TX: Their Latest Three-Row SUV
Lexus is going big on anything with three rows. After showing off the all-new Lexus LM at Auto Shanghai, the Japanese luxury carmaker is almost ready to show off its new three-row SUV, the TX. Here’s your first look.
Is Mazda PH's Distributor Looking To Add A Chinese Brand To Its Portfolio?
Is Bermaz Auto, the exclusive distributor of Mazda in both Malaysia and the Philippines, looking to add a new brand to its portfolio? That could be the case based on reports coming out of Malaysia, including one from The Malaysian Reserve.
May 9, 2023
The 2024 Jaecoo 7 Will Come With Spatiotemporal Image Stitching
It what feels like Omoda and Jaecoo’s one-millionth teaser at this point, the promising Chinese brand set to launch before the end of 2023 is outlining details surrounding its other offering: the Jaecoo 7.
Heads Up! Ford Philippines Is Launching The Next-Generation Ranger Raptor On May 18
Well, that didn’t take long. After a surprise preview at the Manila International Auto Show (where it was nonchalantly displayed at their booth), Ford Philippines is launching the next-generation Ranger Raptor. Mark your calendars because it’s happening on May 18.
Hyundai Grows SUV Line-Up With Tiny 2024 Exter SUV
Hyundai is continuing to grow its SUV range with the first-ever Exter. Positioned below the Venue in both size and price, the 2024 Exter is a urban-centric SUV designed with the active and trendy in mind.
Honda Cars PH Extends Hot Rides, Cool Deals Promo; Offers Bigger Discount On Genuine Accessories
Honda Cars Philippines is extending its Hot Rides, Cool Deals promo until May 31. With that, customers may available of special offers and exclusive deals on several models including the BR-V, City, Brio, and other models:
Geely Okavango Scores 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Rating. But There's A Catch
The Geely Okavango joins the Coolray in scoring the highest possible rating at the ASEAN New Car Assessment Program or ASEAN NCAP. But there’s a catch.
Get The New MG GT For Just P 1.118M With "Make Your Way With MG" Promo
This summer is your chance to drive home a brand-new MG with the “Make Your Way with MG” vehicle sales promo. The offers include low payment and straight cash discounts for several models including the MG HS compact SUV and the recently-launched MG GT.
May 8, 2023
Bianca Bustamante Becomes First Filipina To Win In F1 Academy
Round 2 of the 2023 F1 Academy series is one that will remain etched in the hearts of not only Filipina racing driver Bianca Bustamante, but all of the motorsport fans in the Philippines. It was an emotional moment for the 18-year-old as Lupang Hinirang, the Philippine national anthem, was played for the very first time in her professional career during the podium ceremony at Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia, Spain after securing a maiden victory in Race 2 on Saturday.
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