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August 2, 2023

2024 Land Cruiser Prado Gets Retro Vibes; Drops "Prado" Name


Toyota debuts the new 2024 Land Cruiser. Codenamed J250, it rides on the TNGA-F platform shared with its bigger brother, the Land Cruiser 300 and the Lexus GX. It starts retail sales in select markets by November this year.

August 1, 2023

2024 Geely GX3 Pro Priced Starting At P778K


After a lengthy preview that started at the Manila International Auto Show last April, Geely Philippines is ready to launch its sub-compact SUV: the GX3 Pro on August 8.

Mercedes-Benz Philippines To Launch First EV This August


Under its new bosses, Inchcape, Mercedes-Benz plans to play catch up in the premium battery electric vehicle (BEV) space in the Philippines. Teased through their social media page is a shadowy vehicle with the copy, “Get ready for the new era of sustainable luxury.” Check out the post below.

2024 Nissan Z Gets The NISMO Treatment


The Philippines is still waiting for the all-new Nissan Z to arrive, but elsewhere, the full-bodied version—the Nissan Z Nismo has been unveiled. Building on the capacities of Nissan’s rear-wheel drive sportscar, the Nissan Z Nismo packs additional power, tuned suspension, and revised aero.

Isuzu Traviz Rescue Vehicle To Service 2nd District Of Oriental Mindoro


Last month, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), maker of the country’s number one truck brand, turned over 16 units of the Traviz Rescue Vehicle to the 2nd District of Oriental Mindoro.

Hyundai PH Is First Automaker To Complete Modern PUV Certification


Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai commercial vehicles, claims a double milestone with the addition of the Hyundai HD50S GT Modern PUV Class 4 to its model lineup.

Subaru, Panasonic Enter Discussion For Long-Term EV Partnership


Just a month after Mazda and Panasonic entered discussion for EV batteries, Subaru has now done the same.

Mitsubishi PH Partners With MarCoPay For Easier Auto Loan Access To Filipino Seafarers


Filipino seafarers will now have an easier, more convenient way to purchase a new Mitsubishi vehicle thanks to a partnership between the Japanese carmaker and MarCoPay, a financial platform that is part of the NYK Group.

July 31, 2023

Mitsubishi eK X EV To Make ASEAN Appearance This August


How’s this for a big (small) surprise? Mitsubishi is bringing the 2022-2023 Japan Car of the Year outside its home country for the first time. To be shown alongside its new B-segment SUV, the Mitsubishi ek X EV will share the limelight as a show car.

Mitsubishi Motors Shows Off Design Of Its All-New Compact Crossover


Less than two weeks before its official global debut at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation pulled the covers off its all-new compact crossover.

Toyota PH Turns Over Coaster Mini Bus To Gilas Pilipinas Basketball Team


The leading mobility company in the country, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has turned over two units of its 29-seater mini bus, the Toyota Coaster, to the Gilas Pilipinas national basketball team. 

Geely CEO Now Sits On Aston Martin's Board


Aston Martin has appointed Geely CEO Daniel Li to its board. The Chinese automaker is its third largest shareholder.

2023 SeaOil Radical Challenge Gets Off To An Exhilarating First Round


It was a thrilling season opener to the SeaOil Radical Challenge Philippines when the series kicked off its first leg of 2023 last 21st to 23rd of July at the Clark International Speedway (CIS). Standout drivers were Joaquin Garrido and Jason Choachuy who bagged a race win each, while reigning 2022 champion Iñigo Anton was flying on track with his superb qualifying performance.

FUSO Opens in Iloilo City


Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) together with MNV Auto Group, Inc., inaugurated its newest outlet in Iloilo City. Situated along C1 Road, Pakiad, Oton, Iloilo City, this is the second dedicated Fuso dealership in the Visayas region.

Lexus To Showcase Electrified Line-Up At BGC On August 4-6


Lexus is bringing a curated selection of lifestyle activities and test drives to the heart of Bonifacio Global City (BGC) this August 4 to 6.

Ford To Export More JMC-Produced Vehicles From China


Ford and Jiangling Motors (JMC) has signed an agreement that further expands the export of Ford-branded vehicles produced by JMC. This announcement follows a move by the American carmaker to produce more pickup trucks in China.

July 30, 2023

"There's More to Our Cars" Is Chery Auto Philippines New Way Of Thinking


The appointment of a new managing director and the introduction of the Tiggo 5x Pro Hybrid and 7 Pro Hybrid heralds a new chapter for burgeoning automotive brand, Chery Auto Philippines.

Review: 2024 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i-S


Whenever a carmaker comes up with a new nameplate, it comes with the expectation that the overall experience would be new and transformative. Yet when Subaru decided to axe the “XV” name in favor of “Crosstrek,” the resulting crossover feels like it took two steps forward and two steps back. It continues the Subaru XV’s careful, and at times, painfully slow evolution. To be fair, the crossover formerly known as the XV, is hard to beat. Among its competitors—the beautiful Mazda CX-30 among them—the Crosstrek is the one we’d take in a heartbeat. It’s a bit boring, sure, but it’s just so well-attuned to our road conditions be it in design, packaging, and safety.

July 29, 2023

Akio "Morizo" Toyoda Is Coming To The Philippines In August


Akio Toyoda is coming to the Philippines. This was seemingly confirmed in a Facebook post on Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippines (check the post in question below).

Is It Game Over For The Ranger Raptor? Beefed-Up 2024 Toyota Hilux GR Sport Ready To Hit Showrooms


The Ford Ranger Raptor better watch out: Toyota has just significantly upgraded its flagship Hilux GR Sport pickup truck. After previewing it early this year, it is ready to hit global markets (rumored to include the Philippines by year-end).

Hardcore BMW M3 CS Is Most Expensive BMW M Model In The Philippines (w/ Specs)


BMW Philippines brings in the hardcore M3 Competition Sport or CS. Sitting atop the M3 range, the M3 CS brings not just increased power but an extensive weight reduction program and retuned chassis to deliver the most exhilarating track experience while maintaining the functionality and usability the M3 is known for.

July 28, 2023

First-Ever BMW XM Arrives For P 15.890M (w/ Specs)


BMW Philippines celebrates 50 years of BMW M with the local introduction of the first-ever standalone M product since the BMW M1—the 2023 BMW XM.

Hyundai Motor PH Rounds Off First Anniversary At Festival Mall This July 28-30


Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) rounds off the company’s first founding anniversary at the Alabang leg of its Hyundai Mobility Experience. From today until the 30th, several activities have been prepared at the Festival Mall as early as 8 AM until 9 PM.

Froilan Dytianquin Leads Chery Auto Philippines To New Direction


Chery Auto Philippines is gearing towards a major shift as seasoned automotive executive Froilan Dytianquin takes the helm of the brand as its Managing Director. Dytianquin brings more than 30 years of expertise in the automotive industry that is expected to drive Chery Auto Philippines to a new era of change, growth, and innovation.

Hyundai Working To Bring Carbon Hybrid Wheels To Its Performance Vehicles


Hyundai is working to bring carbon wheels to its high-performance Hyundai N performance vehicles. A partnership between Dymag, a world leader in lightweight wheels and composites material specialists, Hankuk Carbon will make the advanced carbon hybrid wheel possible.

Actress Isabelle Daza Chooses A Geely Okavango Urban Plus As Her New Ride


Isabelle Daza is now a proud owner of a Geely Okavango Urban Plus. The renowned actress took home her brand-new 7-seater crossover as part of the Chinese automaker’s collaboration with the actress.

Volkswagen, Audi To Partner With Chinese Automakers For EVs


It’s official: the Volkswagen Group has inked a strategic cooperation with two Chinese automaker in a bid to accelerate its electrification offerings. Volkswagen is partnering with Xpeng, while luxury division, Audi is partnering with SAIC Motor.

July 27, 2023

Nissan Has Sold Over A Million EVs Already


Nissan announces that its global sales of its electric vehicles have surpassed the one-million-unit milestone.