April 16, 2024
Kia Backtracks On EVs, To Offer More Hybrids
Amidst the uncertain demand for battery electric vehicles, Kia is shifting its efforts and ramping up its hybrid vehicle offerings.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Environment,
Kia Corporate,
News
A Premium European Brand Will Use Chery's Platform
A “premium European brand” will use a Chery Auto vehicle platform. This was revealed by the Chery Auto’s chairman, Yin Tongyue, during a product livestream event.
Filed Under:
Chery Corporate,
News
April 15, 2024
Shell Fleet Solutions To Help Flash Express Cut Its Carbon Footprint
Shell Fleet Solutions recently partnered with Flash Express, one of the fastest-growing delivery service providers in the Philippines and in the region, as it takes a step towards decarbonizing its extensive, nationwide operations by joining Shell’s Accelerate to Zero initiative.
Filed Under:
News,
Shell Corporate
Using Your Petron Value Card Can Win You Lazada Credits
Petron Corporation ramps up the excitement with its loyal customers with the launch of the Win Milyun-Milyong Lazada Credits raffle promo on the Petron Rewards Facebook Page.
Filed Under:
Fuel,
News,
Petron Corporate
Self-Driving Hyundai Ioniq 5 Passes Driver's License Test
A Hyundai self-driving car (robotaxi) based on the Ioniq 5 has successfully passed a process similar to obtaining a U.S. driver’s license test to convey the safety and trustworthiness of Hyundai’s autonomous driving tech.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Ioniq 5,
Safety,
Technology
Isuzu PH Extends Partnership For 2024 Rallycross Series
In a move that underscores its commitment to the motorsport community in the Philippines, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is renewing its partnership of the 2024 Philippine Rallycross Series. This partnership, which began in 2021, has been a part of IPC’s engagement with motorsports, particularly rallycross, where the Isuzu D-Max has showcased its power and performance.
Filed Under:
Isuzu Corporate,
Isuzu D-Max,
Motorsports,
News
GAC Motor Opens In San Fernando Pampanga
Astara-led GAC Motor Philippines enters the second quarter of 2024 on a strong note with the inauguration of GAC Motor in San Fernando, Pampanga under Autokid Motors (Autokid). This GAC Motor dealership complies with GAC’s global showroom standards, and is fully outfitted with 3S facilities for vehicle maintenance and service.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
GAC Corporate,
News
Honda City: A Sedan For Both Heart And Mind
Buying a brand-new car is a decision made by both heart and mind. Not only should you go for a car that tugs on your heart by being a head-turner and easy-to-drive, but it should also satisfy your practical side by being easy-on-the-pocket when it comes to overall ownership.
Filed Under:
Feature,
Honda City,
Sub-Compact
Wuling Enters The Philippines With 4 Vehicle Line-Up
They may not have made it in time for the Chinese International Auto Show—sorry, the Manila International Auto Show—but Wuling is now in the Philippines.
Filed Under:
Baojun Yep,
Compact,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Sub-Compact,
Wuling Bingo,
Wuling Gameboy,
Wuling Macaron
April 14, 2024
Honda HR-V: The Sub-Compact SUV Made Safer
Sub-compact SUVs are a dime a dozen nowadays. In fact, apart from those that we already know, there are even more that are entering the category as we speak. Ultimately, this undeniable influx begs the question – is there even a difference anymore between all the brands that are currently on the table? The answer is simple. The difference lie in a dedication to consistently delivering the best product, with an undeniable commitment to innovation that goes with it.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Feature,
Honda HR-V,
Safety
April 12, 2024
Mitsubishi Triton Aces Tough ANCAP Safety Test
The all-new Mitsubishi Triton continues to show its adherence to global safety standard by acing yet another New Car Assessment Program or NCAP test. After getting a 5-star rating at the ASEAN NCAP, Mitsubishi’s next-generation pickup truck managed the same in the more stringent Australasian New Car Assessment Program or ANCAP.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Triton,
NCAP,
News,
Pick-Up,
Safety
These Are The Complete Specs, Prices Of The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross (w/ Specs)
Toyota Motor Philippines brings in the new Corolla Cross compact crossover for 2024. Three variants are available for the local market, all sporting updated looks, new technology features, and for the first time ever, a standard gasoline-electric powertrain.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact Crossover,
News,
Toyota Corolla Cross
Roma Spider Is Latest Ferrari Cited For Best Design
The Ferrari Roma Spider is the latest model from the Prancing Horse to be recognized for its design. The German Red Dot Awards has cited the soft top with the Red Dot: Best of the Best in the Product Design category.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Ferrari Corporate,
Ferrari Roma,
News
Kia's First-Ever Pickup Truck Is Called Tasman
Filed Under:
Kia Corporate,
Kia Tasman,
News,
Pick-Up
April 11, 2024
First-Ever Mazda CX-80 Gets April 18 Reveal Date
The wait won’t be long for the fourth member of Mazda’s Large Product family as the three-row CX-80 gets an April 18 reveal date.
Filed Under:
Mazda CX-80,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
Lexus Philippines Adds Two EVs To Its Line-Up: The RZ 300e And UX 300e
Lexus Philippines adds two Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) to its line-up. After the success of its first-ever all-electric offering, the RZ 450e (read our review here), the Japanese premium carmaker is adding the RZ 300e and the UX 300e to its line-up.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Lexus RZ,
Lexus UX,
Luxury SUV,
News
LEGO's Latest Collection Of Racing Builds Now Available In The Philippines
Lego unveils its latest collection of vehicles, developed in partnership with iconic car and racing brands such as BMW, McLaren Racing & Senna, and the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 Team.
Jetour Auto PH Extends Partnership With Team Kramer
Jetour Auto Philippines, Inc. (JAPI) is extending their partnership with celebrity family Team Kramer as their official brand ambassadors this 2024.
Filed Under:
Jetour Corporate,
News
Toyota To Take Over Vehicle Development From Daihatsu For Overseas Markets
Toyota isn’t stopping with a clean sweep of Daihatsu’s top management as part of their reforms in their subsidiary. The carmaker has just announced that it will now oversee Daihatsu’s overseas business structure, including the development of vehicles for emerging and developing markets such as the Philippines.
Filed Under:
News,
Toyota Avanza,
Toyota Corporate,
Toyota Raize,
Toyota Rush,
Toyota Veloz,
Toyota Yaris Cross
Carsome, SeaOil Partner For A "Wheely" Good Deal
Carsome Philippines, the largest online platform for certified pre-owned cars, has partnered with SeaOil, the country’s leading independent fuel provider, to launch the “Free Fuel Frenzy” campaign. This dynamic partnership goes beyond just savings: it’s about creating a seamless and cost-effective used car ownership journey for Filipinos.
Hyundai Is Chasing The Electric Production SUV Record At The Pikes Peak Hill Climb
Hyundai is aiming for the Electric Production SUV/Crossover record at this year’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb happening on June 23. Two Ioniq 5 N cars will do the famous climb as part of a four-car effort.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Ioniq 5,
News,
Sports Sedan
Q&A With Tadashi Nishikawa, Nissan Formula E's Chief Powertrain Engineer
Since coming to Europe from the Nissan R&D department in Japan three years ago, Tadashi Nishikawa has become a vital member of the team, overseeing the development of the Nissan Formula E powertrain, which has already scored a pole, a victory, and three podiums in five races during Season 10, including a second-place finish at the inaugural Tokyo E-Prix.
Filed Under:
Feature,
Motorsports,
Nissan Corporate,
Technology
April 10, 2024
Mark Your Calendars: Toyota Motor PH Launching New Corolla Cross On April 12
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has announced that it will be launching the new line of its all-time best-selling Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), the Toyota Corolla Cross on Friday, April 12.
Filed Under:
Events,
News,
Toyota Corolla Cross,
Toyota Corporate
April 8, 2024
Mitsubishi Motors PH, Security Bank Establish Mitsubishi Motors Finance Philippines
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) and Security Bank Corporation (SBC) have signed a joint-venture to establish Mitsubishi Motors Finance Philippines Inc. The new company will offer financing services to MMPC customers in the Philippines.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
MG Philippines Electrifies With ZS EV And MG4 XPower; Previews 4 Additional Models (w/ Specs)
MG Philippines showed off a 12-vehicle line-up at MIAS, the largest of any car brand at the event, including four new sustainable and innovative EV offerings for the local market.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
MG 3,
MG 4,
MG 7,
MG Cyberster,
MG G50,
MG Mifa 9,
MG ZS,
MIAS
GWM Philippines Launches P 1.288M Ora 03 EV, Previews 2 PHEV Models
GWM Philippines, under the distributorship of Luxuriant Automotive Group, Inc. (LAGI), expands its line-up with the introduction of its first EV for the Philippine market, the public launch of the Tank 300, and the preview three all-new vehicles at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS).
Filed Under:
GWM GWM Haval Menglong,
GWM Haval M6,
GWM Ora 03,
GWM Ora Good Cat,
GWM Tank 300,
MIAS,
News,
Wey Gaoshan
April 6, 2024
Under New Management, Chevrolet Reports 41 Percent Growth In Q1 2024
Chevrolet Philippines President and CEO Maria Fe Perez Agudo announced at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) that Chevrolet Philippines has accomplished a 41 percent sales growth in the first quarter of the year, driven by the Tracker, Camaro, and Trailblazer. This impressive growth has been realized through the company’s aggressive first quarter sales campaign and product road shows.
Filed Under:
Chevrolet Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Chery Auto PH Gears Up For Electrification
Chery Auto Philippines (CAP) is taking a significant stride towards a greener and sustainable future at this year’s Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) happening from April 4 to 7, 2024.
Filed Under:
Chery eQ7,
Chery Tiggo 7,
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro,
Compact SUV,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
MIAS,
News
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