May 20, 2024
Up To P 500K Off At This Weekend's BMW Summer Escape Event At The Power Plant Mall
BMW will be returning to the Power Plant Mall as SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp., the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, hosts the BMW Summer Escape from May 24 to 26, 2024.
Filed Under:
BMW Corporate,
Events,
News
May 19, 2024
Omoda & Jaecoo Country Manager Responds To Dealer And Snapping Axle Stories
That was quick. Less than a couple of hours after we published two articles detailing some issues surrounding Omoda & Jaecoo (read here and here), Marco Chen, Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines country manager personally reached out and aired his side to the story.
Filed Under:
News,
Omoda Corporate,
PHL Auto Industry,
Recall,
Safety
Kia Reveals Updated EV6 With Refreshed Looks, More Range
Following refresh of its sister car, the Hyundai Ioniq 5, earlier this year, Kia has now unveiled the facelifted EV6, at least for the Korean market. The update brings aesthetic changes and a larger battery to the EV SUV.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Kia EV6,
News
Only 3 Dealer Groups Continue To Show Support To Omoda & Jaecoo; Brand Reveals Even More Vaporware For Philippines
UPDATE: Read the response of O&J Philippines country manager here.
And then there were three. After 10 potential dealers signing Letters of Intent (LOI) with Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines (O&J Philippines) in November LAST YEAR, only three are left to potentially become their inaugural set of dealers.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
News,
Omoda Corporate
Nissan To Transition To Low-CO2 Emission Aluminum By 2030
Nissan announces that it will use low CO2 emission aluminum parts made from green or recycled aluminum in new and current models from fiscal year 2024 onward and aims to complete the full transition to such parts by 2030.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan Corporate
Electric Vehicle Owners Society Held First Meetup This 2024
The Electric Vehicle Owners Society (EVOS) celebrated their 11th meetup, marking the first gathering of the year for the EV community. Held at Caltex Mamplasan and Lakeshore Batangas, the event brought together a remarkable assembly of 30 electric vehicles (EVs) representing various makes and models.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News
Jetour Auto PH Awards Vehicles To Midori Grand Raffle Promo Winners
Jetour Auto Phil Inc (JAPI) and Midori Clark Hotel and Casino culminated a successful partnership when they turned over a Jetour Dashing Crossover to the fourth and final winner of the raffle promo celebrating last year’s Mid-Autumn Festival for the hotel and casino’s guests.
Filed Under:
Jetour Corporate,
News
Shell Café Elevates The Service Station Experience
Shell Pilipinas Corporation (SPC) enhances customer experiences through its Shell Café to cater to Filipino’s evolving tastes and needs on the road.
Filed Under:
News,
Shell Corporate
Omoda 5 Snapping Rear Axle Is Widespread
UPDATE: Read the response of O&J Philippines country manager here.
Vaporware car manufacturer Omoda might have a bit of trouble even before their vehicles start arriving (allegedly) by the second half of 2024. The reason? Rear axles that simply snap off.
Filed Under:
News,
Omoda 5,
Omoda Corporate,
Recall,
Safety
May 16, 2024
Subaru PH To Display BRZ STI Edition, Outback Turbo At Boxer Madness 5 This May 18
The spotlight is on Subaru Club Philippines as they hold Boxer Madness 5, the most awaited event for Subaru fans, enthusiasts, and owners. Everything is going down at the Parqal Mall in Aseana City this May 18 from 4 PM to 11 PM.
Filed Under:
Events,
News,
Subaru BRZ,
Subaru Corporate,
Subaru Outback
LTO Issues New Special Number Plate Format As Combinations Run Out
The Land Transportation Office or LTO has issued a new format for Optional Motor Vehicle Special Plates or OMVSPs. This as the agency confirms that they have exhausted all possible two and three number MV license plate combinations.
Toyota Financial Services Philippines Cited For Innovation And Efficiency
Toyota Financial Services Philippines (TFSPH) has once again solidified its position as a leader in innovation and efficiency by clinching the top spot in the Annual Global Kaizen Event of Toyota Sales Finance Companies around the world.
Filed Under:
News,
Toyota Corporate
Suzuki Soon To Open In Imus, Cavite
Suzuki Philippines held the successful groundbreaking ceremony of Suzuki Auto Imus, its newest dealership in CALABARZON. Owned and operated by Mt. Sinai Motors Corporation (MSMC), the Imus showroom and service center will be situated in Km 27 Emilio Aguinaldo Highway, Anabu 1-D, Imus City, Cavite.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
News,
Suzuki Corporate
May 15, 2024
Honda, IBM To Collaborate On Upcoming Vehicle Chipsets, Software
Honda and IBM will work together on the development of next-generation computing technologies to improve vehicle software processing capability, power consumption, and design complexity. The two companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on that matter.
Filed Under:
Honda Corporate,
News,
Technology
Toyota Motor PH Promos Vios, Yaris Cross, Hilux This May
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is announcing its promos for the month of May. Whether you’re looking for a fun new ride for the family this summer or considering a vehicle upgrade to match your new lifestyle, there’s a Toyota deal for you.
Filed Under:
News,
Toyota Camry,
Toyota Corporate,
Toyota Hilux,
Toyota Vios,
Toyota Yaris Cross
This Fancy Restaurant Will Be Located At A Hyundai Assembly Plant
The Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore or HMGICS is shaping up to be a unique venue. Not only does this assembly plant (it produces the Ioniq 5 and 6) have a roof-deck test track, it’s set to have its very own restaurant which will be helmed by three-Michelin-star Chef Corey Lee.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
News
May 14, 2024
Hyundai Motor PH Announces 4 Exclusive Hyundai N High-Performance Dealers
After launching the Hyundai N brand as well as its initial line-up—the Elantra N and Ioniq 5 N, Hyundai Motor Philippines has revealed its first four official Hyundai N high-performance dealers. These dealers are: Hyundai Alabang, Hyundai Commonwealth Avenue, Hyundai Makati, and Hyundai Pasig.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Hyundai Corporate,
News
Vietnam's VinFast Is Now In The Philippines
VinFast Auto is officially in the Philippines. The Vietnamese automaker will bring its diverse and smart green mobility solutions—both two- and four-wheeled into the country affirming its mission to promote the electrification of transportation globally.
Filed Under:
News,
PHL Auto Industry,
Vinfast Corporate
Isuzu Bulacan Is Back-To-Back Isuzu Service Skills Olympics Champion
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) announces the victory of Isuzu Bulacan as the Dealer Grand Champion at the 19th Isuzu Service Skills Olympics (ISSO), marking their second consecutive win in this annual competition.
Filed Under:
Isuzu Corporate,
News
Honda Cars PH Opens Reservations On New City Hatchback; Launch Slated On June 14
Mark your calendars: the new Honda City Hatchback is launching on Friday, June 14 at the BGC Amphitheater. To kick things off, Honda Cars Philippines is announcing a special pre-selling offer that runs today until June 13.
Filed Under:
Honda City,
News,
Sub-Compact
Mazda Confirms Next-Generation CX-5 To Use In-House Developed Hybrid
Mazda has no plans of axing the CX-5 nameplate. This has been confirmed as part of Mazda’s Fiscal Year March 2024 report.
Filed Under:
Mazda Corporate,
Mazda CX-5,
News
Subaru To Tie Up With Toyota On 3 Upcoming SUVs
Subaru will continue teaming up with Toyota on upcoming SUVs and crossovers with the first one planned to launch by 2026. The planned tie-up involves three all-electric SUVs. In addition, Subaru has also confirmed that it will use a Toyota-based hybrid system for its Crosstrek, replacing the current e-Boxer powertrain.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Subaru Corporate,
Toyota Corporate
When Paint Protection Is An Investment, You've Got To XPEL It
Officially distributed in the Philippines by Hart International, Xpel has been providing unparalleled paint protection in the country since 2009. As the trusted name in automotive protection solutions, it has become a verb: “you don’t film your car; you Xpel it.”
Filed Under:
News
Function Over Form: 2024 Suzuki XL7 Hybrid First Drive
March saw Suzuki unveiling the new XL7 MPV. It now has a mild-hybrid engine, just like the Ertiga before it, along with a few cosmetic and functional touches. Of course, it retained its rugged ready look for a more imposing appeal.
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Sub-Compact SUV,
Suzuki XL7
May 13, 2024
First Road-Going Porsche 911 Hybrid Set For May 28 Launch
Porsche has confirmed that the 911 will be offered with a gasoline-electric hybrid. Set for a global reveal this May 28, the German automaker says the extensive development and testing program for the new performance-focused hybrid drive has yielded impressive results.
Filed Under:
News,
Porsche 911,
Sports Car
HATASU Introduces Tara E-Bike For P 54,990
Hatasu expands its offering of e-bikes in the Philippines with the introduction of the two-wheeled Hatasu Tara which is available nationwide for under P 60,000 (P 54,990 starting price to be exact).
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Hatasu Corporate,
Motorcycle,
News
Mercedes-Benz, Changan Philippine Distributor Certified As Great Place To Work
Inchcape Philippines is now Certified by Great Place To Work, the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation. This recognition is based entirely on what employees report about their workplace experience—specially, how consistently they experience a high-trust workplace.
Filed Under:
Changan Corporate,
Mercedes-Benz Corporate,
News
Motorists Risk Paintwork Damage By Using Harmful Household Products On Their Cars
Motorists could be unknowingly causing damage to their cars, costing a lot to rectify, by using highly unsuitable household and personal cleaning products to remove everyday dirt and grime.
Filed Under:
News
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