April 4, 2024
Chevrolet Philippines New Management Team Formally Unveiled At MIAS
Chevrolet Philippines formally announced its new management team at the Manila International Auto Show.
Filed Under:
Chevrolet Corporate,
MIAS,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Nissan Philippines Preview All-Electric Ariya At MIAS
Nissan Philippines gives a glimpse of what the future has in store for electrified mobility as it unveils the Nissan Ariya at the 2024 Manila International Auto Show.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Luxury SUV,
MIAS,
News,
Nissan Ariya
Subaru Crosstrek GT Edition Makes Philippine Debut For P 2.088M
After the Subaru Outback XT got leaked, Motor Image Pilipinas did have one other surprise at the Manila International Auto Show with the local debut of the Crosstrek GT Edition.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact Crossover,
MIAS,
News,
Subaru Crosstrek
JMC Philippines Reveals Full Specs, Prices Of 2024 Grand Avenue And 2024 Vigus Pickup Trucks (w/ Specs)
After previewing it some weeks back, Astara-backed JMC (Jiangling Motors Corporation) has revealed the pricing of the Grand Avenue and Vigus pickup trucks at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS).
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
JMC Grand Avenue,
JMC Vigus,
MIAS,
News,
Pick-Up
April 3, 2024
See Futuristic Style, Cutting-Edge Tech At GAC Motor's MIAS Pavilion
Astara-led GAC Motor Philippines shows off its line-up, headlined by the Emkoo Hybrid SUV at the 2024 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) this April 4 to 7, 2024. With pavilions at both the World Trade Center and SMX Convention Center Mall of Asia, GAC Motor Philippines flexes its top-tier design and modern technology to Filipino car enthusiasts.
Filed Under:
Feature,
GAC Corporate,
GAC EMKOO,
MIAS,
News
Astara Philippines Appoints New CEO And Country Manager
Astara Philippines has announced a significant change to its organizational structure with the appointment of Luis Torres Bruzón as CEO and Country Manager. In this newly created role, Torres Bruzón will spearhead Astara’s operational growth and establish the company as a leader in open and sustainable mobility solutions in the region.
Filed Under:
GAC Corporate,
JAC Corporate,
JMC Corporate,
News,
Peugeot Corporate,
PHL Auto Industry
Subaru Opens New Alabang Showroom
Motor Image Pilipinas Inc. (MIP), the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines, enhances its presence in the south of Metro Manila with the grand opening of its newest branch, Motor Image Alabang.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
News,
Subaru Corporate
April 2, 2024
Nissan To Continue Development Of Combustion Engines
Nissan isn’t ready to end development of its internal combustion engines just yet; that’s according to Chief Product Officer Ivan Espinosa who spoke to members of the Philippine media ahead of the Formula E Tokyo e-Prix.
Filed Under:
Engines,
News,
Nissan Corporate,
Technology
Omoda And Jaecoo Appoints Industry Veteran To Head Operations
Ahead of its official brand launch at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), Omoda and Jaecoo has appointed a Philippine industry veteran as vice-president in charge of operations.
Filed Under:
Jaecoo Corporate,
MIAS,
News,
Omoda Corporate,
PHL Auto Industry
Hycan Enters The Philippines
Hycan, the Chinese EV brand established as a joint-venture between GAC and Pearl River Investment Management Group is now in the Philippines under Transcorp. With an official launch slated for the Manila International Auto Show—Hycan is bringing in three EVs to the market: the V09, Z03, and the A06+.
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Executive Car,
Hycan A06+,
Hycan Corporate,
Hycan V09,
Hycan Z03,
Luxury MPV
April 1, 2024
Honda Philippines Switches On Solar Power At Batangas Assembly Plant
Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) celebrates a milestone in its journey towards a cleaner future with the official inauguration of its 1.056-MW rooftop solar power project. This project, initiated in collaboration with Skye Renewables, now enters its operational phase at HPI’s manufacturing plant in Tanauan, Batangas.
Filed Under:
Environment,
Honda Motorcycles,
News
UAAGI Shows Off Strength With United Test Drive Arena At MIAS
United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI) is uniting its brands in a unified “test drive arena” that will offer Filipinos an immersive experience of their four brands: Foton, Chery, BAIC, and Lynk & Co at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) from April 4 to 7, 2024.
Filed Under:
BAIC Corporate,
Chery Corporate,
Foton Corporate,
Lynk & Co Corporate,
MIAS,
News
Changan Auto PH Launches CS15 For P 799K (w/ Specs)
Changan Auto Philippines adds the CS15 to its line-up giving buyers a combination of practicality, versatility, and style at a competitive price point of just P 799,000.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Changan CS15,
News,
Sub-Compact SUV
Ford Territory Comes With Cash Discount, 5-Star Care This April
As part of its commitment to enhance the ownership experience, Ford Philippines is extending an exclusive service package to all new customers of the Ford Territory.
Filed Under:
Ford Corporate,
Ford Territory,
News,
Service
First Drive: 2024 Ioniq 5 N
What is the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N exactly? It’s a straightforward question to ask, but harder to answer. See, it’s not exactly an electric hot hatch—it’s too big to fit that template. An electric high-performance crossover? Strictly speaking, yes, but that doesn’t capture the entire picture either.
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Hyundai Ioniq 5,
Sports Sedan
March 30, 2024
Last February, New Car Sales Had Fastest Growth Rate As Toyota Corners 45 Percent Market Share
New vehicle sales jumped 23 percent in February—the fastest growth rate in seven months, according to the joint report by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).
Filed Under:
CAMPI,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Geely Opens Ilocos Sur Dealership
Geely formally inaugurated Geely Ilocos Sur, the brand’s 39th dealership in the Philippines. Servicing Geely customers in Ilocos Sur and the neighboring provinces, it is operated by Apex Auto, Inc.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Geely Corporate,
News
Astara PH To Launch GAC Emkoo Hybrid, JAC Motors Brand At MIAS
Astara Philippines will showcase its latest models from the brands it carries, namely: Peugeot, GAC Motor, JMC, and JAC Motors at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS).
Filed Under:
GAC Corporate,
JAC Corporate,
JMC Corporate,
MIAS,
News,
Peugeot Corporate
March 29, 2024
How Nissan's Participation In Formula E Is Helping Them Make Better Cars (And Vice-Versa)
When Nissan announced its commitment to race in Formula E until 2030, some thought: why participate in a series that’s considered niche? With Super GT being the only other racing series where Nissan participates as a works team, why not go for broke and go into something like Formula 1, World Rally Championship, or World Endurance Championship? The answer is a simple one, according to two Nissan executives.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Feature,
Motorsports,
Nissan Corporate,
Technology
These ACMobility Charging Stations Will Be Open This Holy Week
With its growing number of electric vehicle charging locations and a wide variety of long-range EV models to choose from among its distributed brands, ACMobility, Ayala Corporation’s end-to-end mobility platform, reassures safe, secure, and reliable travels ahead for Filipinos who own EVs and for those considering electric mobility.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News
After More Than 20 Years, Lamborghini Updates Its Logo
After more than two decades since the last update, Lamborghini has updated its historic logo. The restyling is driven by a new strategy that involves adapting the brand’s visual expression to better reflect the “brave”, “unexpected” and “authentic” values of its mission, namely “Driving Humans Beyond”, a concept that translates into the intention to always go beyond the limits, standards and conventions.
Filed Under:
Lamborghini Corporate,
News
Nissan Commits To Formula E Until 2030
Nissan is committing itself to the Formula E World Championship until at least 2030. The decision was driven partly by the company’s Ambition 2030 electrification plans and re-emphasized by the updated The Arc short-term business plan which was announced just a few days earlier.
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News,
Nissan Corporate
March 28, 2024
Volvo Produces Its Last Diesel-Powered Car
Volvo has built their last diesel-powered car.
On a cloudy Thursday in early February, the plant in Ghent, Belgium, produced its last diesel-powered car, a V60. And just the other day, the plant in Torslanda, Sweden, saw its last XC90 diesel car roll off the production line.
Filed Under:
Engines,
Environment,
News,
Volvo Corporate,
Volvo XC90
Kia EV9 Crowned As 2024 World Car Of The Year; Toyota Prius Wins Design Of The Year
Fully electric or electrified vehicles have successfully swept this year’s World Car of the Year (WCOTY) awards. After trimming down eligible cars sold around the world, a jury of 100 automotive journalists from 29 countries chose the Kia EV9 as the 2024 World Car of the Year. It’s yet another major award for the EV SUV after winning the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year honors earlier.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Kia EV9,
Luxury SUV,
News
March 27, 2024
Astara Philippines Appoints JAC Motors Brand Head
Astara Philippines announced the appointment of Tonette Lee as brand head for JAC Motors in the Philippines starting March 22, 2024.
Filed Under:
JAC Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Is 2024 World Performance Car Of The Year
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is the 2024 World Performance Car of the Year. The high-performance EV managed to beat two BMWs—the XM and M2 to take the top honors. This also continues Hyundai’s winning streak at the World Car Awards to three years.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Ioniq 5,
News
Hyundai Reveals Bolder 2025 Santa Cruz Pickup Truck
Hyundai has refreshed the 2025 Santa Cruz compact pickup truck, calling it now a “Sport Adventure Vehicle.”
Filed Under:
Hyundai Santa Cruz,
News,
Pick-Up
Hyundai Motor Philippines Ensures Safe Lenten Travels With HWRAP
Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) is looking after customers by ensuring their safe and worry-free travels this Lent through its Holy Week Roadside Assistance Program (HWRAP).
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
News,
Service
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)