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August 15, 2024

Zeekr Just Beat Tesla, Porsche As World's Fastest Charging EV

Zeekr engineers have managed to hit a milestone by coming up with an EV battery that charges from 10 to 80 percent in just 10.5 minutes making it the fastest charging EV battery ever. Achieved by the Zeekr 007 and its battery capable of 5.5C ultra-fast charging, Zeekr reckons it will remove customer range anxiety.

Ford Philippines is expanding the coverage of its Scheduled Service Plan or SSP. Owners whose Ford vehicles are less than 12 months and/or traveled less than 10,000 kilometers from its release date are now eligible to available of SSP.

Audi Philippines continues to strengthen its service capabilities through specialized trainings that fully equip its team to handle the complete range of Audi vehicles, from traditional combustion engines to hybrid and fully electric models. This milestone was achieved through intensive training sessions led by Martin Whenlock, Manager of Product Support at the Audi Technical Service Center in Singapore.

Here Are The Full Specs Of The 2025 Hyundai Tucson Gas, Diesel Variants (w/ Specs)

When Hyundai Motor Philippines launched the Tucson Hybrid last month, the automaker also used that occasion to update the rest of the Tucson line-up. Since the highlight was the electrified variant, not much information was given about the revamped gasoline and diesel models. However, as stocks start to arrive at dealerships this month, the automaker has now revealed all.

Mazda has just confirmed that its all-electric sedan, the EZ-6, will be sold outside China. After retail sales start in China by the end of this year, it will become a true global model with sales to also commence in Europe by 2025.

When Nissan Philippines launched the all-new Z in September last year, the carmaker was overwhelmed with demand to the point that they had to raffle off allocations just for the chance to buy one. Now, demand has started to normalize that they’ll be making do without the lottery system for the first time since the current-generation sportscar’s launch in the Philippines.

The Mitsubishi Gateway Group has announced that the 2025 Montero Sport is now available at all its 13 dealership locations nationwide.

Isuzu PH Offers 30 Percent Discount On Select Parts, Labor On Typhoon-Affected Vehicles

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) has launched a comprehensive Typhoon Assistance Program to aid vehicle owners impacted by the recent Typhoon Carina.

Are you looking for an eco-friendly ride or a versatile city cruiser? Suzuki Philippines has fantastic deals just for you, but don't wait too long—they're only available from August 12 to 31!

BMW officially starts the Northern Leg of its Philippine Loop adventure. After successfully conquering two out of eight checkpoints and completing all six RoRo points in the Southern leg, the BMW team is now ready to tackle the remaining challenges of the archipelago.

Chery Auto Philippines welcomes the Rising Cars Corporation (under the Laus Group of Companies) to the Chery dealership network with the opening of its new dealership in Bacolor, Pampanga.

Petron Grows 21 Percent In H1 2024

Petron Corporation delivered a 21 percent growth in consolidated revenues for the first half of the year to P 444.5 billion from last year’s P 367 billion, sustaining its positive momentum this 2024.

GAC Motor Philippines, under Astara, carries forward with their growth strategy and launches GAC Motor Bacolod through a partnership with Ponce Automobile Corp.

After scoring a five-star rating at the more stringent ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program) and Euro NCAP, it’s just going to be a formality for the Omoda 5 to score the same at the ASEAN NCAP. It’s a formality they’ve just achieved with the crossover’s 5-star rating during its safety test.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) continues to celebrate the 75th anniversary of ties between the Philippines and South Korea with a special promo for the Hyundai Stargazer.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) brought select members of the media to Thailand to watch the 2024 Asia Cross Country Rally. During the welcome dinner, Executive Vice President for Sales and Marketing Toshiaki Kato shared some exemplary numbers.

Geely is the highest-ranked Chinese auto brand and second overall when it comes to innovation. This is according to the Center for Automotive Management’s Automotive Innovation Awards 2024.

SLEX Lane Expansion, Barrier-Less Plazas On Track For End-2024

Upgrades to the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) are on track to be completed by the end of the year, including expansion of its 36.1-kilometer main carriageway to six lanes each side as well as enhancements to its cashless toll collection system that will allow for barrier-less toll plazas said SMC SLEX, Inc.

Frankie Ang To Exit Inchcape Philippines As Part Of Management Shakeup

Inchcape Philippines announced a series of leadership changes within the organization. This comes shortly after Inchcape Philippines celebrated its first anniversary.

As part of Honda Cars Philippines, Inc.’s (HCPI) commitment to empowering the youth of today, it has continued its partnership with the Department of Science and Technology – Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) at this year’s 7th imake.wemake:create.innovate.collaborate.

GAC Motor Philippines announces the local roll out of the GAC International Sales & Service Way (GSSW) program. GSSW is a comprehensive coaching and training initiative aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction across all touchpoints, including sales, aftersales, and operations management.

Foton Motor Philippines Inc. (FMPI) recently relaunched Foton Bacolod. Now operated by ANGS Automotive Inc., Foton Bacolod is located along Lacson Street, Mandalagan, Bacolod City.

South Korean Fire Raises Concern On Chinese EV Battery Safety

A fire caused by a battery electric vehicle in South Korea has raised concerns on Chinese-made high-voltage lithium-ion batteries as well as the safety of EVs in general.

BMW is exploring the use of humanoid robots in production for the first time. During a trial run lasting several weeks at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg, the latest humanoid robot, Figure 02 from California company Figure, successfully inserted sheet metal parts into specific fixtures, which were then assembled as part of the chassis. The robot must be particularly dexterous to complete this production step.

Mober, the pioneer of green logistics services in the Philippines, has launched sustainable delivery services in Cebu to support the regional expansion of Swedish home furnishing retail giant IKEA in the Philippines.

Bosch Car Service Philippines, under ACMobility, recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for its flagship outlet, which will provide bumper-to-bumper car service for most car brands.

Lexus Philippines is offering enhanced ownership packages on selected electrified models until August 31, 2024.

Lexus at Mitsukoshi is holding a curated travel experience designed to ignite the desire to discover hidden gems, delight in culinary experiences, and dress to style for these adventures. Register for these workshops here.

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August 15, 2024

Zeekr Just Beat Tesla, Porsche As World's Fastest Charging EV

Ford's Scheduled Service Plan Protects You From Parts, Labor Price Increases For Up To 5 Years

Audi PH Boosts Service With Specialized Training For Combustion, Electric Powertrains

August 14, 2024

Here Are The Full Specs Of The 2025 Hyundai Tucson Gas, Diesel Variants (w/ Specs)

Mazda Confirms EZ-6 EV Sedan As Global Model As Changan Is Now Their Chinese EV Production Base

Nissan PH Removes Lottery System On All-New Z Sportscar As Stocks Normalize

2025 Montero Sport Now Available At All Mitsubishi Gateway Group Dealers (w/ Full Specs)

August 13, 2024

Isuzu PH Offers 30 Percent Discount On Select Parts, Labor On Typhoon-Affected Vehicles

Suzuki PH Will Have You Saving On The S-Presso And Ertiga Hybrid This August

Team BMW Starts Northern Leg Of Philippine Loop

Chery Auto PH Welcomes Laus Group With Bacolor Showroom Opening

August 12, 2024

Petron Grows 21 Percent In H1 2024

GAC Motor Opens In Bacolod

2025 Omoda 5 Receives 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Rating

Hyundai Celebrates 75th Anniversary Of Philippine-South Korean Ties With Stargazer Promo

Mitsubishi Motors PH Just Hit 20 Percent Market Share

Geely Outranks Toyota, Hyundai In Automotive Tech

August 10, 2024

SLEX Lane Expansion, Barrier-Less Plazas On Track For End-2024

August 9, 2024

Frankie Ang To Exit Inchcape Philippines As Part Of Management Shakeup

Honda Cars PH, DOST Award Best Youth Innovators

GAC Motor PH Just Retrained Their Entire Sales, Service Teams

New Foton Bacolod Inaugurated

August 8, 2024

South Korean Fire Raises Concern On Chinese EV Battery Safety

One Day, Your BMW Will Be Assembled By These Robots

Mober Expands EV Delivery Fleet To Visayas

Bosch Car Service Breaks Ground On Flagship Outlet

Lexus PH Offers Enhanced Ownership Packages On Selected Electrified Models This August

Lexus Holds Travel Pop-Up At Mitsukoshi BGC