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July 24, 2023

Chevrolet PH Kicks Off New-Generation Trax Roadshow Series

The new-generation Chevrolet Trax finally made its debut last July 4 in the Philippines and the first one in Southeast Asia. Following its official launch, The Covenant Car Company, Inc. – Chevrolet Philippines rolled out a series of Trax roadshow events in selected mall venues. The Trax Roadshow Tour offers customers the opportunity to discover and experience the bigger, bolder and more refined 2024 Chevrolet Trax Crossover SUV (read our review).

Ford Philippines reckons its 2.0-liter bi-turbo engine offers the best balance of power, capability, and efficiency. Eschewing displacement for boost, this engine is said to deliver better stop-and-go traffic performance with little compromise when it comes to hauling.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has confirmed: the first-ever Yaris Cross is officially launching on August 4. Before that, the country’s number one carmaker and leader in hybrid electric vehicles has opened reservations for their new compact crossover.

After breaching the 700,000-unit sales mark globally in just 55 months, Jetour Auto is aiming high. The Chinese automaker’s target is to reach a million units sold by 2025 and 1.27 million by 2027. This makes them one of the fastest growing auto brands in the world.

Check Out These Low Down, Low Monthly Amortization Deals On The New Honda City, Brio, And BR-V

Hot on the heels of its recent launch, Honda Cars Philippines is offering special deals on the new Brio and City until August 31.

When Suzuki Philippines launched the S-Presso micro hatchback/crossover in 2020, it provided a bit of style in a segment known for no-frills, all-basic transportation. And with a P 518,000 launch price, it provided many the chance to buy a brand-new car; an opportune time given it was the middle of the COVID pandemic. Fast-forward about two years later, here’s the refreshed S-Presso. Packing new stuff, it also happens to be 30 percent more expensive. Not so entry-level now, is it? Is it still worth it?

The Mazda MX-5 is the most raced car in the world, so it’s only fitting that it’ll be used to banner the use of sustainable fuel in Mazda’s quest for carbon neutrality.

Review: 2023 BMW iX xDrive40

Different. Unhinged. Ugly. The BMW iX, inside and out, is one of the most polarizing new cars on sale today. It’s the foil to the BMW iX3 M Sport which is luxury EV motoring at its most incognito. This one is what happens when a carmaker decides to flip the script, going for tech above everything else. While their approach is about 95 percent agreeable, the remaining five perfect makes you question whether they should have done something like this in the first place.

Prices, Specs Of First-Ever Toyota Yaris Cross For Philippines Revealed

More details on the first-ever Toyota Yaris Cross for the Philippine market have been revealed. After its general specs were outed thanks to its LTO homologation papers, more detailed variant specs have come out, of all places, on Toyota Motor Philippines’ official website.

Bosch Automotive Aftermarket (AA) has launched its Bosch Blue Line Brake Pads to the Philippine market.

The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) has thrown its support behind new commercial vehicle EV player, Diamond Auto EV Corporation. Diamond Auto EV Corporation is the official importer and distributor of Dongfeng commercial EVs.

Hyundai Motor Philippines continues its drive towards promoting sustainable mobility with the inauguration of its first batch of Hyundai-branded EV charging stations. This is done in partnership with SM Supermalls.

Dongfeng EV Enters Philippines Via Diamond Auto Group

Dongfeng Commercial Electric Vehicles has officially entered the Philippines through its official importer and distributor: Diamond Auto Group EV Corporation.

SAIC Motor Philippines, Inc. (SMP) has assumed the role of importer and distributor of Morris Garages (MG) products and services in the Philippines, along with local MG aftersales operations, as was announced during a recent event held by SMP for bank partners and MG dealer principals.

Lotus Cars Manila has confirmed that the most powerful four-cylinder Lotus sportscar ever, the Emira is arriving by the third quarter of this year.

Chery Auto Philippines sold an all-time high of 382 units in June, surpassing its previous highest monthly record of 323 units it had established only in May. While the total industry sales dipped by 5 percent last June, Chery bucked the trend and grew by 18 percent. Chery’s performance catapulted the brand to the 10th spot in the total sales ranking for the month of June.

A field test conducted by Petron R&D showed that vehicles were able to achieve an average 16.4 percent improvement in fuel efficiency after shifting to Petron Turbo Diesel. The five-day performance run was observed and certified by representatives from the Department of Energy – Energy Utilization Management Bureau, and the Automobile Association of the Philippines.

Japan has enamored the world. Its rich heritage, fascinating culture, and wonderful culinary delights are just a few things that make it an exciting travel destination. This dichotomy—deep and meaningful cultural traditions set against the backdrop of cutting-edge modernity—indeed make Japan a top-of-mind destination for those who seek a poignant and enriching journey.

Ford Philippines Sales Grow 55 Percent In H1 2023

Ford Philippines delivered a strong retail performance for the first half of the year on the back of continued demand for its next-generation vehicle lineup.

Pick-up trucks come in all forms and sizes, but only few perform in the way that can serve the multi-faceted lives of the modern Filipino. Times have changed and pick-ups are no longer viewed as purely functional, cargo-hauling transport. Rather, pick-up trucks have evolved into a vehicle that is not only practical, but is designed to also complement the adventurous lifestyles of the young and young-at-heart. This is where the Nissan Navara stands out from the rest of the pack.

Nissan Philippines, in collaboration with the Department of Tourism, kicked off their partnership with the first official leg of Drive Pinas in San Juan, La Union. This collaboration aims to promote inclusive and sustainable travel through exciting drivable journeys across the Philippines. The event also marked the launch of the new Nissan Almera with NissanConnect Services.

Ahead of its official launch on July 27, Chery Auto Philippines showcases the Tiggo 5x Pro Hybrid on different roads in the metro through the “Spot That Tiggo Hybrid” raffle promo. Installed with uniquely designed, eco-friendly stickers, this new hybrid addition to the Chery lineup will give people a chance to win a Power Mac and other exciting prizes.

The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse Is Made For Family Adventures

Once a upon a time, Chevrolet Philippines sold the Traverse in the Philippines. Though that foray into the mid-sized crossover segment was short lived, but it did manage to pave the way for the likes of the body-on-frame Trailblazer to follow a few years later. Now that Chevy’s Philippine distributor, The Covenant Car Company, Inc., is looking more to North America to source its products, perhaps they would re-consider bringing back the all-new 2024 Traverse?

It’s just been confirmed: the upcoming 2024 Omoda 5, in both internal combustion engine and battery electric versions, has just garnered the highest safety rating with a 5-star Euro NCAP rating.

Just a few days after the launch of the all-new Wigo and a few weeks after the launch of the all-new (Innova) Zenix, things aren’t slowing down over at Toyota Motor Philippines. Their next launch? The first-ever Yaris Cross.

Leading independent fuel company SeaOil opens its 750th station at C5 corner Atis Ugong in Valle Verde 1, Pasig City. It aims to open 100 more stations, bringing the total number to 850 stations nationwide by the end of 2023.

Hyundai revealed its radically transformed all-new Santa Fe SUV ahead of its global debut next month. The fifth-generation midsized SUV carries its nature-meets-city appeal, while also implementing changes shaped by the latest lifestyle trends.

The Hyundai HD78 GT Truck Now Comes With A Motorcycle Carrier Body

Hyundai’s “truck of all trades,” the HD78 GT adds a new possible body application: the motorcycle carrier.

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July 24, 2023

Chevrolet PH Kicks Off New-Generation Trax Roadshow Series

Ford Says 2.0-liter Bi-Turbo Offers Best Balance Between Power, Efficiency In Philippine Setting

Toyota Motor Philippines To Launch First-Ever Yaris Cross On August 4

Jetour Auto PH Aims To Sell 1,000 Units By End 2023

July 23, 2023

Check Out These Low Down, Low Monthly Amortization Deals On The New Honda City, Brio, And BR-V

Review: 2023 Suzuki S-Presso GL AGS

Mazda To Race MX-5 Using Carbon Neutral Fuel

July 22, 2023

Review: 2023 BMW iX xDrive40

July 21, 2023

Prices, Specs Of First-Ever Toyota Yaris Cross For Philippines Revealed

Bosch Philippines Launches Blue Line Brake Pads

Electric Vehicle Association Supports Dongfeng EV's Philippine Arrival

Hyundai PH Promotes EV Mobility With SM Supermalls Partnership

July 20, 2023

Dongfeng EV Enters Philippines Via Diamond Auto Group

SAIC Motor Philippines Takes Over MG Brand; To Launch 3 Full EVs By Q4 2023

2024 Lotus Emira Arriving In The Philippines Q3 2023

Chery Auto PH Sales Rise 8 Percent In First Half 2023

Petron Turbo Diesel Proven To Improve Fuel Mileage

Lexus To Hold Travel Pop-Up Event At Mitsukoshi Space

July 19, 2023

Ford Philippines Sales Grow 55 Percent In H1 2023

Nissan Navara: Conquering Every Adventure

Nissan Kicks Off Drive Pinas With New Almera

Spot And Snap The Chery Tiggo 5x Pro Hybrid, Win Prizes

July 18, 2023

The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse Is Made For Family Adventures

2024 Omoda 5 SUV Scores 5-Star Euro NCAP Rating

Philippine Specs Of First-Ever Toyota Yaris Cross Revealed In Government Paperwork

SeaOil Opens 750th Service Station

2024 Hyundai Santa Fe: This Is It

July 17, 2023

The Hyundai HD78 GT Truck Now Comes With A Motorcycle Carrier Body