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July 14, 2023

Hyundai's First High-Performance EV Is The 650-Horsepower Ioniq 5 N

Hyundai has unveiled its first driver-focused, high-performance EV: the Ioniq 5 N. Signaling a step to electrification for high-po Hyundais (more electric N models have been confirmed), the Ioniq 5 N meshes three pillars of performance: “Corner Rascal,” “Racetrack Capability,” and “Everyday Sportscar.”

Is Audi Going To Use A SAIC Platform For Upcoming EVs?

Audi, the carmaker whose tagline is “Vorsprung durch Technik” (Progress through Technology) is seeking to progress its EV plans, by, of all things, buying a platform from a Chinese automaker.

Ahead of its official Philippine launch, Chery Auto Philippines has confirmed that the first batch of Tiggo 5x Pro Hybrid units have arrived in the country.

Beginning July 10, the five automotive brands of AC Motors—Honda, Isuzu, Volkswagen, Maxus, and Kia—put their customers’ worries to rest when they opened up its service facilities to owners who brought their vehicles to Ayala-owned dealerships for maintenance work.

Skyway O&M Corporation, the operator of the Skyway has apologized for the heavy flooding experienced by motorists using the “Skyway At Grade.” Caused by continuous moderate to, at times, heavy rains, it caused the areas surrounding Bicutan in Parañaque City to become impassable to motorists.

Honda Cars Philippines has revealed the refreshed City sub-compact sedan. Carrying aesthetic changes, enhanced connectivity, and cutting-edge safety features, it moves the goal post by which all other small sedans will be measured against.

Underscoring the competitiveness of the Philippine auto industry, Honda Cars Philippines also launched the refreshed Brio alongside the new City.

In celebration of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Month this July, Lalamove Philippines is rolling out the #AbotKayangBiz4All raffle promo.

Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP), the general distributor of Fuso trucks in the Philippines launches an automated-manual transmission (AMT) equipped version of its best-selling Canter FE71.

Subaru Philippines Launches All-New 2024 Crosstrek (w/ Specs)

The all-new Subaru Crosstrek has arrived at all authorized Subaru dealerships nationwide. As a replacement to the Subaru XV, the Crosstrek is Subaru’s entry-point model.

Despite gas prices remaining relatively stable, the Philippines ranks near the bottom in Asia-Pacific when compared to the buying power based on the average minimum monthly wage.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH), pilots its educational aid and program dedicated to creating opportunities for disadvantaged youth, who are passionate about the future of automotive and mobility.

After signing a non-binding agreement last November, it’s official. The Renault Group (including its alliance partners, Nissan and Mitsubishi) and Geely are combining their internal combustion engine development and manufacturing operations.

2023 Tarlac Rally Opens Most Exhilarating Rally Yet

Further championing the return of the rally in the Philippines, the Tarlac Rally hosted its season opener last June 24 to 25, 2023 at the New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac. The iconic 2019 Southeast Asian Games venue served as the parc fermé and service park of the rally.

Ahead of its public launch on Friday, July 14, Toyota Motor Philippines has revealed the key features of the all-new Wigo.

Toyota Motor Philippines kicked off its 2023 motorsports season with the first local round of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Gran Turismo Cup (TGR GT Cup PH) and the first of three legs of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Vios Cup (TGR Vios Cup).

Bianca Bustamante, scored a second win of her 2023 F1 Academy season on Prema Racing’s home soil at the famous Autodromo Nazionale Monza after a stellar weekend performance.

BMW Philippines is now taking orders for two high-performance BMW M models: the first-ever XM and the all-new M2.

Mitsubishi Confirms 2024 Strada Will Use New Platform, Engine

Ahead of its global reveal on July 26, Mitsubishi Motors has confirmed that its all-new Strada (Triton) will use a brand-new platform and powertrain.

Nissan Philippines has unveiled the refreshed Almera. Boasting enhanced styling, safety, and connectivity features, this sub-compact sedan also introduces Nissan Connect Services to the country for the first time.

Chinese Car Brands To Take Majority Of Home Market For First Time

Thanks to a shift towards electric vehicles, Chinese carmakers are continuing their advance even in their home country as they close in on 50 percent of total new car sales over there. This is according to automotive consultancy company, AlixPartners.

The 24th Nismo Fest is all set for December 3 at the Fuji Speedway in Shizuoka, Japan. Tickets will go on sale starting in November.

The first-ever CX-60 is something Mazda must get right; after all, it’s representative of their premium aspirations. Though some may say that it started with the current Mazda3 and CX-30, those vehicles didn’t command much of a price premium over the competition to warrant raised eyebrows. The CX-60, on the other hand, nips at the heels of real luxury with its P 2.890-million price tag. This begs the question: did they get it right or will it serve as a reality check that’ll send them crashing down?

Stellantis—the parent company of CDJR (Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM) as well as Peugeot and Citroen, has detailed its first-ever “BEV-by-design” platform: the STLA Medium.

Harley-Davidson Philippines announces the arrival of its Fast Johnnie collection—an addition to its Enthusiast Motorcycle Collection of limited-run bikes.

Industry leader Petron Corporation infuses its line of Petron Blaze Racing engine oil with its proprietary Thermal Stress Stabilizing System or TS3 formulation.

BMW Introduces Smartglasses For Motorrad Line

BMW Motorrad has launched its very own smartglasses. The BMW Motorrrad ConnectedRide Smartglasses provide the head-up display technology already familiar from the automotive sector and project all relevant data, such as navigation, speed or gear, directly into the rider’s field of vision in real time.

In celebration of its 60 years of mobility, 1.2 million cumulative sales milestone and 800,000 production milestone, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) is staging an expo at the World Trade Center, Pasay on August 10 to 13, 2023. Dubbed as Mitsubishi Motors Philippines 60th Anniversary Expo, the 4-day exposition will be filled with car displays, daily performances and activities for the whole family to enjoy.

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