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June 26, 2023

Ryan Reynolds Invests In Alpine F1 Team

Actor Ryan Reynolds, through his company, Maximum Effort Investments and Otro Capital and its partner, RedBird Capital Partners, is pouring a 200 million euros into the Alpine F1 team. This represents a 24 percent equity stake in the Formula One team.

Industry veteran Reggie See joins Sojitz G Auto Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Geely in the country, as its new Vice-President for Vehicle Sales and Flagship Dealerships.

Review: 2023 Mazda BT-50 4x2 Black Edition

When it comes to the Mazda BT-50, all the attention is focused on the top-of-the-line 3.0 4x4; and rightfully so. Priced at P 1.790-million, it’s an often-overlooked choice in the pickup truck segment. Not only does it offer competitive specs vis-à-vis its price tag, it also comes with one of the country’s best ownership packages (a 5-year free service plan, in case you didn’t know). Go a step down, however, and things aren’t so shiny anymore.

Did you know that you can extend the versatility of the Hyundai HD 78 GT with the Power Take-off (PTO) feature?

With more and more tech crammed into new vehicles, they’re increasingly becoming problematic in terms of quality. That is the findings of the 2023 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study or IQS.

In response to the ongoing unrest at Mayon Volcano, Nissan Philippines, in collaboration with the Department of Energy (DOE), is stepping up to aid disaster relief efforts in Albay. The automotive company is lending out a Leaf EV unit with a Power Mover, a mobile EV energy converter, to provide emergency power to evacuation centers in the event of a power outage.

The joint report by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) reports that total vehicle sales for May 2023 reached 38,177 units—a 44.8 percent increase to the 26,370 units recorded in the same month in 2022.

Isuzu Philippines highlighted the 4x4 capabilities and Advanced Driver Assist System (ADAS) of its new D-Max and mu-X during a drive from Manila to Pampanga to Tarlac then Zambales.

Suzuki expands its presence in Northern Luzon with the opening of its new dealership in Ilocos Norte.

Hyundai Motor PH Prices Ioniq 6 At P 3.798M; Reservations Start June 26 (w/ Specs)

Hyundai Motor Philippines has revealed the price and specs of its second battery electric vehicle, the Ioniq 6.

Jeep Philippines will be roughing it up in the mud at Tough Mudder, a world-renowned Obstacle event, with a Jeep Gladiator Overland available for test drive, plus a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara on display. Catch these two iconic Jeep vehicles this coming June 24, 2023, at Sunchamp Agri-Tourism Park in Rosario, Batangas. It’s going to be better, bolder, and muddier than before, a challenging yet extremely rewarding experience.

Hyundai Mobility Experience Heads To SM Megamall; See Ioniq 6 Upclose

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH), has put together an electrifying exhibit at the SM Megamall Fashion Hall (MFH) that will get Spidey Senses tingling. In commemoration of a global partnership with Sony Pictures for “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse”, a special Hyundai Mobility Experience set up can be enjoyed by fans of the franchise and mallgoers from June 23 to 25.

After five years of handling the MG brand in the Philippines, the Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI) has confirmed that they will cease to be its distributor and marketer starting August 1.

If you find yourself with a flat or dead battery, you may be tempted to jump-start your car from another vehicle, using jump leads, or from a battery booster pack. But while this may get you going again, did you know that jump-starting can damage your vehicle’s sensitive electronics, leading to expensive repairs, as well as causing lasting damage to your battery?

After finishing development of the next-generation Ranger and Everest, Ford just laid off 400 jobs or 20 percent from its Australian vehicle development and design departments.

Women’s World Car of the Year celebrates June 24th, International Women Drivers’ Day, by drawing attention to the role of women in motorsports. A survey led by Belgian analyst Candice Bouzendorff revealed that 17.9 percent of respondents don’t know any female motorsports drivers, while 28.5 percent approve of separate categories based on gender. The study also found that 29.6 percent of those interviewed don’t even know if women work in motorsports.

Revealed to the world in January, the ugly-as-sin Mazda2 facelift has found its way to ASEAN via Thailand. The second major update to the Mazda2 since its 2014 launch, it’s being made available with two distinct exterior styling trims to help owners “express their individuality.”

Toyota Gazoo Racing is tugging on a bit of nostalgia as they’ve unveiled a limited-edition GR 86 that celebrates the Sprinter Trueno.

Eleven years after Mazda discontinued the RX-8, the rotary engine is back into production. At the carmaker’s Ujina Plant No. 1, the MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV has started rolling off the assembly line destined for the European market. This will, no doubt, add to the cumulative 1.99 million rotary engine vehicles produced by Mazda thus far.

2024 Chevrolet Trax To Come In 3 Variants For PH Market

Chevrolet Philippines is bringing in another global crossover in the form of the all-new Trax. Teased previously through social media posts, its Philippine distributor, The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI) has just revealed more details.

After teasing it a few days ago on its official website, Motor Image Pilipinas has officially confirmed that the first-ever Subaru Crosstrek is launching in the Philippines on July 19.

Panasonic and Mazda have jointly announced that they’ve agreed to enter into discussions on establishing a medium- to long-term partnership to meet demand for battery EVs and automotive batteries in a rapidly expanding market.

Toyota Motor Philippines ushers a new era in MPVs with the unveiling of the first-ever Innova Zenix. Built on the brand’s tenets of quality, durability, and reliability, the new 7-seater is now backed by advanced technology headlined by a self-charging strong gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain. Here’s everything you need to know:

All-New Mercedes-Benz GLC Launches In Philippines For P 5.190M (w/ Brochure)

Auto Nation Group (ANG), the official distributor of Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the Philippines launches the new GLC luxury compact SUV.

Kia Philippines is targeting to outpace the growth of the local automotive industry this year with double-digit year-on-year gains on the table.

Toyota launches the all-new 2024 Alphard—its fourth-generation luxury MPV that conveys a powerful, dynamic design blended with a spacious interior. The all-new Alphard adopts a gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain, with a plug-in hybrid soon to follow.

Global mobility and urban services platform inDrive will soon offer its ride-sharing services in the Philippines, helping to solve mobility challenges in the country. The “people-driven” company is set to change the local ride-hailing market with its unique peer-to-peer model and service offerings that provide users with greater transparency and choice.

Brian Buendia is a man on a mission. Taking over the leadership role over at Kia Philippines from the retiring Manny Aligada, the new Chief Operating Officer is pivoting the Korean brand to become a local New Energy Vehicle leader with more BEV and even HEV offerings.

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June 26, 2023

Ryan Reynolds Invests In Alpine F1 Team

Industry Veteran Reggie See Joins Geely Philippines

June 25, 2023

Review: 2023 Mazda BT-50 4x2 Black Edition

The Hyundai HD 78 GT Truck Comes With Power Take-Off

Complex Tech Leads To More Problematic Cars

Nissan LEAF To Provide Emergency Power In Albay

New Car Sales Surge 45 Percent In May As Toyota Motor PH Sales Breach 77K Mark

Isuzu PH Highlights ADAS, 4x4 Capabilities Of New D-Max, mu-X

Suzuki Auto Opens In Ilocos Norte

June 24, 2023

Hyundai Motor PH Prices Ioniq 6 At P 3.798M; Reservations Start June 26 (w/ Specs)

Tough Mudders Can Get To Test Drive The Jeep Gladiator

June 23, 2023

Hyundai Mobility Experience Heads To SM Megamall; See Ioniq 6 Upclose

Business As Usual As SAIC Motor Philippines To Take Over MG Brand

CTEK CS Free Is The Safe Way To Jump-Start Your Car

After Finishing Work On Next-Gen Ranger, Everest, Ford Lays Off 20 Percent Of Australia R&D

Women's World Car Of The Year Wants To Draw Attention To Role Of Women In Motorsports

The Ugly-As-Sin 2024 Mazda2 Is Now In ASEAN

Toyota Brings Nostalgia As Trueno Returns On The GR 86 Sportscar

Mazda's Rotary Engine Rolls Off Assembly Line Once More

June 22, 2023

2024 Chevrolet Trax To Come In 3 Variants For PH Market

First-Ever Subaru Crosstrek Launching On July 19; Prices Start At P 1.998M

Panasonic, Mazda Enter Discussions For Battery Supply Partnership

Everything You Need To Know About The 2023 Toyota Innova Zenix (w/ Full Specs)

June 21, 2023

All-New Mercedes-Benz GLC Launches In Philippines For P 5.190M (w/ Brochure)

Kia PH Targets Double-Digit Growth This 2023

Toyota Unveils All-New 2024 Alphard Luxury MPV

US-based inDrive To Enter Philippine Ride-Hailing Market

Kia PH's New Boss Aims To Electrify Line-Up With More BEV, HEV Offerings