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March 21, 2024

JMC Philippines Shows Off Grand Avenue And Vigus Pickup Trucks


Astara Philippines showcased the launch line-up of its newest brand: JMC. These pickup trucks come with tech and features at a surprisingly affordable price tag.

Hyundai To Launch High-Performance N Brand At MIAS


Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) is launching the high-performance N brand at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). It will debut with the Elantra N.

Check Out The All-New Santa Fe At The Hyundai Mobility Experience Glorietta


The next stop of the Hyundai Mobility Experience is happening this March 22 to 24 at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati. Mallgoers will be able to see front and center, the newly launched Santa Fe. Joining it are the brand’s sub-compact crossover, the Creta, as well as MPV duo, the Custin, and the Stargazer X. Rounding up the display is the award-winning electric vehicle, the Ioniq 5.

Manila International Auto Show Bridges The Future


The automotive industry in the Philippines is brimming with innovation and technology that has benefitted all. As the second fastest-growing vehicle market in the ASEAN region, the Philippines has continued to improve the automotive user experience for everyone, such as implementing road changes and building new roads to traverse. The industry is very adaptive and responsive to the many changes it has introduced and over the years these changes have fully integrated into the industry as the norm for many car owners and manufacturers.

2025 Infiniti QX80 Is Your First Look At All-New Patrol


Nissan has pulled the covers off the all-new 2025 Infiniti QX80 giving us, in the process, a first look at the all-new Patrol slated for its own debut later in the year.

March 20, 2024

The "Electric-First" All-New Peugeot 5008 Has Just Debuted


After showing off its five-seater form in the Peugeot 3008, Peugeot is now showing its electric-first all-new 5008 (e-5008)—a three-row, 7-seater SUV that offers up to 660 kilometers of range.

The New Sweet Life: Ferrari Roma Spider Launched In The Philippines


La Nuova Dolce Vita. It’s Italian that translates literally to, “The New Sweet Life.” And goodness, there’s no better way to express that than with the all-new Ferrari Roma Spider.

Watch The Spanish Grand Prix Live And In Person With Scan To Win Contest


Attention all F1 fans! Here’s your chance to watch the Spanish Grand Prix in person with the “Scan to Win” contest promo by beIN Sports—the official broadcaster of Formula One in the Philippines.

Toyota Motor PH Upgrades Vios Specs; Offers Free PMS And Insurance This Month


Toyota is having the last call on its March offers. Customers can choose from various payment options with free periodic maintenance service, free insurance, and more.

March 19, 2024

Isuzu Shows Off D-Max In Mild Hybrid, EV Forms


Toyota may be offering the Hilux with a much vaunted 48-volt hybrid system, but when it comes to fully electrifying their pickup truck, Isuzu may have just beaten them to the punch. Shown as a thinly veiled concept, the D-Max EV Concept foreshadows a fully-electric version that may be heading to showrooms in the very near future.

What's Wrong With Secretary Kim To Feature Hyundai Vehicles


Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) has teamed up with streaming provider, Viu, alongside ABS-CBN Studios and Dreamscape Entertainment, for the Philippine adaptation of the romantic-comedy series, “What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim” as its official mobility partner.

Audi Launches 2024 Q6 e-Tron, SQ6 e-Tron SUV


The Audi Q6 e-tron has made its global debut as the first its product that rides on the Premium Platform Electric or PPE architecture—the same one that the all-new Porsche Macan uses.

Honda Cars Expands To Paranaque And Tacloban


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) starts the construction of two new dealerships: Honda Cars Paranaque and Honda Cars Tacloban. Their groundbreaking ceremonies were held last March 6 and March 8, respectively. These new dealerships will strengthen HCPI’s current network of 37 Honda Cars Dealerships nationwide.

BAIC Returns To Philippines Under UAAGI; Previews 5-Car Line-Up


United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI) is now the official distributor of BAIC (Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co. Ltd.) in the Philippines. BAIC Philippines will bring in a lineup of both traditional SUVs and modern crossovers.

March 18, 2024

2024 Lexus LBX Launches In Philippines With P 2.968M Price Tag


Lexus Philippines has finally launched its smallest, most affordable offering yet: the first-ever Lexus LBX. Designed to appeal to younger, style-conscious luxury customers, the LBX breaks the brand convention by going with a “premium casual” theme.

Mitsubishi Gives Montero Sport Another Update In 2024


Mitsubishi may have already launched the all-new Triton, but it looks like we’ll have to wait a bit more for the all-new Pajero Sport/Montero Sport. For 2024, the Japanese carmaker is giving its mid-sized SUV one more refresh.

Is Lexus Bringing The All-Electric UX300e To The Philippines?


Is Lexus ready to add another Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) in the Philippine market? Based on documents filed with the LTO, that seems to be the case and the vehicle in question is none other than the UX300e.

Nissan, Honda To Partner On EV Tech, Platforms


Nissan and Honda have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) wherein the two automakers will partner together in the fields of vehicle electrification and intelligence.

Look: Turbocharged Subaru Outback Spotted In Manila


Fans of turbocharged Subarus, rejoice: the Subaru Outback XT has finally landed in the Philippines. After our sources revealed to us its imminent launch last December, it has been spotted at one of the Motor Image dealerships, this gives us our first look at the new top-of-the-line trim for the Outback in the country.

Suzuki PH Launches 2024 XL7 With Hybrid Power (w/ Specs)


After leaking out in documents filed with the LTO early this month, Suzuki Philippines has officially launched the refreshed XL7. And thankfully, it still comes with a (mild) hybrid system even if it doesn’t quality anymore for perks such as number coding exemption.

March 17, 2024

First Drive: 2024 Lexus LBX


You could say that a lot is riding on the Lexus LBX. Not only is it Lexus’ first three-letter named model after the LFA supercar, but because it’s the cheapest model in the entire range (it’s priced at P 2.968 million), it’s a gateway model for potential would-be brand converts. No pressure then for the Lexus Breakthrough Crossover, huh?

Last Chance To Get Cash Discounts On All-New Ford Explorer Thanks To Autohub


As part of its 25th anniversary, Ford Autohub is relaunching the Ford Explorer with an exclusive variant as well as available limited-time cash discounts.

March 16, 2024

Autohub Formalizes Zeekr PH Distributorship; Reveals Launch Line-Up


The Autohub Group has confirmed the initial line-up for its premium all-electric Zeekr brand. The partnership was sealed during the Autohub Group’s 25th anniversary celebrations.

MINI Clubman Final Edition Arrives In The Philippines For P 3.85M


The Mini Clubman Final Edition has made its way to the Philippines. Autohub, the official distributor of Mini in the Philippines, is making just 10 units of the Mini Clubman Final Edition available in the country. Globally, only 1,969 units are made.

Subaru, Aisin To Co-Develop eAxles


Subaru and Aisin will jointly develop and share production of eAxles for its next-generation battery electric vehicles due in showrooms by the latter half of the 2020s.

Mazda Philippines To Offer Autoexe Parts, Accessories


Mazda Philippines will soon be the authorized distributor of AutoExe tuning parts and accessories in the country. Ahead of its official market launch slated before the end of 2024, Mazda Philippines showed off the MX-5 Autoexe Edition. This special-edition MX-5 serves as the start of this partnership as Mazda Philippines and Autoexe work closely to develop its local product line.

This Bentley And Macallan Collab Costs More Than A Car


Whisky connoisseurs will want to start saving to get their hands on a single malt whisky from Bentley Motors and The Macallan. The bottle costs more than a car (but less than a Bentley) and is part of a collaboration to celebrate the distillery’s 200th anniversary.

Honda Refreshes HR-V For 2024


Honda is continuing the refresh of its models this 2024. After the Civic, the HR-V (Japanese market Vezel) has also been updated with some minor changes to its design, interior, and in the case of the e:HEV, powertrain.