April 29, 2024
Ford Philippines Delivers Strong Q1 2024 Retail Performance
Ford Philippines delivered strong retail performance in the first quarter of 2024, driven by the growing demand for its vehicle line-up led by the Ranger, Everest, and Territory.
Filed Under:
Ford Corporate,
Ford Everest,
Ford Ranger,
Ford Territory,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
April 28, 2024
Toyota To Implement Price Increase On Select Models By May 1
Considering to buy a brand-new Toyota? Brace yourselves then. The carmaker has officially announced that there will be a price increase on select models by May 1, 2024.
High-Tech Chinese Cars Could Pose Risk If West Philippine Sea Tensions Escalate
Could Chinese cars be used as a “weapon” in case tensions boil over in the West Philippine Sea? That’s the concern pointed out by one UK-based car trading platform.
Filed Under:
News,
PHL Auto Industry,
Safety
April 27, 2024
Thanks To EyeSight 4.0, 2024 Subaru Forester Is Only SUV Capable Of Preventing Higher-Speed Collisions
The 2024 Subaru Forester is the only compact SUV to receive the highest possible rating from the U.S.-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in relation to their new, tougher vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention test.
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
News,
Safety,
Subaru Corporate,
Subaru Forester
Hyundai Motor PH Honors 75th Anniversary Of Philippine-Korea Relations At Special HME Stops
Hyundai Motor Philippines, Inc. (HMPH) marked the start of its campaign in commemoration of the diplomatic ties between the Philippines and the Republic of Korea reaching 75 years this 2024. This enduring bond is being honored through various activities in both nations. For HMPH, special stops in its Hyundai Mobility Experience (HME) tour have been incorporated, so Filipinos can take part in this milestone.
Filed Under:
Events,
Hyundai Corporate,
News
April 26, 2024
Caltex Caps 2023 With 37 New Service Stations, 82 Auto Workshops
Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), closed 2023 with the opening of several Caltex service stations and branded workshops across the country and sealing successful institutional partnerships.
Filed Under:
Caltex,
Chevron Corporate,
Fuel,
News
First-Ever Volvo EX30 Scores 93 Out Of 100 In Product Design
Volvo’s smallest offering—the EX30 has scooped up another award and this time, it’s got to do with its design. The EX30 has been honored with the Red Dot award: Best of the Best Product Design 2024.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
News,
Volvo Corporate,
Volvo EX30
Jetour Auto Expands Presence In Mindanao With Davao And General Santos Showroom Opening
Jetour Auto Philippines Inc (JAPI), in partnership with Angcore Motor Company Inc, inaugurated simultaneously its two Jetour Auto dealerships in Davao and General Santos City.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Jetour Corporate,
News
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Awarded As Having One Of The Best Interiors Of Any Price Point
The all-new Hyundai Santa Fe may have garnered recognition for its distinctive exterior design, but jurors have also agreed that its interior is award-winning too. Judged by Wards Auto, the Santa Fe has been crowned as having one of the best and easiest-to-use interiors this 2024.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Kona,
Hyundai Santa Fe,
News
April 25, 2024
SLEX Expansion At 70 Percent Complete
San Miguel Corporation (SMC) announced that the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) expansion project is approximately 70 percent complete, with a target completion date set for December, just in time for the holiday season.
Filed Under:
News,
San Miguel Corporate,
Traffic
Subaru Partners With AMD For Next-Generation EyeSight System
Subaru has set a lofty goal of achieving zero fatal road accident in its vehicles, including those involving vulnerable road users by 2030. To that end, they’re partnering with American chip giant AMD for its next-generation EyeSight system.
Filed Under:
News,
Safety,
Subaru Corporate,
Technology
Suzuki Auto Reopens In Clark With Bigger Facility, More Service Bays
Suzuki Philippines Incorporated has formally opened the new Suzuki Auto Clark dealership, featuring a bigger showroom and new service bays.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
News,
Suzuki Corporate
New Car Sales Cool Last March With Month On Month Decline
New car sales grew at its slowest pace in over two years last March amid elevated interest rates. The joint report of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) showed that sales rose just 1.6 percent to 37,474 units last month compared to 36,880 units a year earlier.
Filed Under:
News,
PHL Auto Industry
April 24, 2024
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class Goes All-Electric
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the first all-electric G-Class. Available in the G 580 trim, the official model designation is quite a mouthful: Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology (we’d be calling it the G 580 EQ from this point on).
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Luxury SUV,
Mercedes-Benz G-Class,
News
GAC Motor Is Philippines' Fastest Growing Auto Brand For Q1 2024
Astara-led GAC Motor concluded the first quarter of 2024 with exceptional growth in retail sales from January to March, earning its position as the fastest growing automotive brand in the market and setting new benchmarks for success in the industry.
Filed Under:
GAC Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Search On For Woman Of Worth Award
The Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) announces the seventh edition of the WOW (Woman of Worth) Award. The aim of this competition is to recognize the worth and career of a woman in the motor industry or motor sport who has made an outstanding contribution. She could work currently in the industry or she may be retired. In motorsport she will have earned her place in this award.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
News
Honda NSX Owned By Ayrton Senna Goes On Sale For P 35.766M
A Honda NSX that belonged to legendary Formula 1 driver Ayrton Senna is going on sale this week on the UK’s largest automotive marketplace, Auto Trader.
There's Still A Few Days Left For Toyota's April Promo Deals
There’s still a couple of days left to enjoy Toyota Motor Philippines’ April promo deals. Discounts and free services await Toyota customers purchasing new vehicles until April 30.
Filed Under:
News,
Toyota Corporate,
Toyota Hilux,
Toyota Vios,
Toyota Wigo,
Toyota Yaris Cross
After 36 Years, Subaru Is Ending The Legacy Model Line
Subaru is discontinuing its longest running model line: the Legacy by 2025. After six generations and 36 years, the mid-sized / executive sedan’s discontinuation comes as the brand focuses its efforts on making more crossovers and SUVs as well as electrified vehicles, including EVs.
Filed Under:
News,
Subaru Corporate,
Subaru Legacy
April 23, 2024
Mitsubishi Motors PH Had Their Highest Fiscal Year Sales Ever In 2023
During its presidential turnover, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines (MMPC) revealed that they have recorded their highest annual sales volume ever in a Fiscal Year (FY). Sales from April 2023 to March 2024 have hit 81,473 units helping the brand secure an 18.5 percent market share.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Corporate,
Mitsubishi Xpander,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Mitsubishi Motors PH Appoints New President
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) commemorated the transition of leadership from outgoing President & CEO, Takeshi Hara (left of lead photo) to incoming President & CEO, Ritsu Imaeda (right of lead photo).
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Kia Gives Sneak Peek At 2025 Tasman Pickup Truck
After revealing its name a couple of weeks back, Kia has now given the world its first glimpse of the first-ever 2025 Tasman, its first pickup truck.
Filed Under:
Kia Tasman,
News,
Pick-Up
Bajaj Three-Wheelers Aren't E-Trikes
Bajaj three-wheelers or e-trikes? Most of the time, people see them as the same type of vehicle, but according to Bajaj Philippines don’t mistake the two, especially when it comes to usage.
Filed Under:
Bajaj Corporate,
News
MPT Mobility's AACI To Provide Shell Go+ Members 24/7 Roadside Assistance
Shell Pilipinas Corporation has partnered with AACI (Assist and Assistance Concept Inc.), the newest business division of MPT Mobility, in providing 24/7 nationwide towing and minor roadside assistance for its Shell Go+ members.
Filed Under:
News,
Shell Corporate
Premium Brands, Subaru Are Most Expensive Cars To Maintain Over 10 Years
Car ownership costs can go far beyond what people pay for a vehicle. And it’s a fact that as a vehicle gets older, maintenance and repairs start to accumulate.
Filed Under:
News
April 22, 2024
Dongfeng Electric Commercial Vehicles Extends Battery Warranty To 8 Years
Diamond Auto Group EV Corporation enhances the customer care package of its Dongfeng Electric Commercial Vehicle line-up. Effective immediately, the Dongfeng Rich6 True EV Pickup as well as Dongfeng EV30, EV35, and EV45, will now come with an extended battery warranty of 8 years or 200,000 kilometers, whichever comes first.
Filed Under:
Dongfeng Corporate,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Service
Toyota Completes Shimoyama R&D Facility
Toyota has completed and started the full operation of its R&D facility, the Toyota Technical Center Shimoyama, located in a mountainous area straddling the cities of Toyota and Okazaki.
Filed Under:
News,
Technology,
Toyota Corporate
Win 12 Million Caltex Rewards Points Through Win-A-Million, Pick-A-Premyo Promo
Caltex rolls out its national promo for 2024, the Caltex Win-a-Million, Pick-a-Premyo Promo. Caltex Rewards members can win up to 12 million points which can be redeemed for rewards like Caltex fuel, dining, shopping, or grocery.
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