November 5, 2024
This Fuso Canter Has Done 710,000 Kilometers In Less Than 5 Years
As a symbol of its durability and reliability, this Fuso Canter has amassed 710,000 kilometers in less than five years.
Filed Under:
Fuso Corporate,
Fuso CV,
News
BBS Germany Closes Its Plant
After filing for bankruptcy last July, BBS Autotechnik GmbH (aka BBS Germany) closed their factory and will cease to exist. All employees have been laid off and distributors are now simply selling off their remaining inventories.
Toyota Transforms The GR86 Into A Turbocharged All-Wheel Drive Rally Machine
Toyota is tugging heavily on nostalgia with this GR86 Rally Legacy Concept. Paying homage to the iconic ST185 and ST205 Celica GT-Four rally cars, the carmaker transformed its two-door sports coupe by swapping out its stock drivetrain to something much more exciting.
Filed Under:
News,
Sports Car,
Toyota 86,
Toyota Corporate
The 2025 e Vitara Is Suzuki's First Global Battery Electric Vehicle
Remember the eVX Concept that Suzuki Auto Philippines brought in for the Philippine International Motor Show? Well, this is the production model that comes from that: the Suzuki e Vitara.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Suzuki Vitara
November 4, 2024
This 2025 Chevrolet Captiva Clocked In 100,000 Kilometers To Prove Its Durability
Proving the robustness of their new 7-seater MPV, Chevrolet Philippines’ road testing team pushed the 2025 Captiva in a grueling endurance test, clocking in 100,000 kilometers in just 85 days. A testament to its engineering reliability, it’s proof that the reborn Captiva is the one of the toughest and most durable MPVs in the market today.
Filed Under:
Chevrolet Captiva,
Chevrolet Corporate,
Entry-Level MPV,
News
Porsche Philippines Launches 2025 911 Carrera (992.2)
Porsche Philippines brings in the revised 911 sportscar. With its refreshed styling, improved aerodynamics, and fully digital cockpit experience, the arrival of the 911 Carrera heralds a new era for the legendary sportscar.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
Porsche 911,
Sports Car
September 2024 New Car Sales Hold Steady As Chinese Brands Take 5.44 Percent Market Share
New vehicle sales remained steady last September, moving a total of 39,542 units. This is a one percent growth compared to the 39,155 units sold in August and a 2.4 percent growth (38,628) compared to September 2023. This is according to the joint report of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers, Inc. and the Truck Manufacturers Association (CAMPI-TMA).
Filed Under:
CAMPI,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
JAC Motors PH Embarks On First Major Road Show
JAC Motors, the newest brand under Astara Philippines, is embarking on its first major mall road show across Metro Manila.
Filed Under:
Events,
JAC Corporate,
News
November 3, 2024
Silverest Silver Helps Honda Celebrate 25 Years Of Hybrid Tech In Europe
In celebration of their 25 years of hybrid in Europe, Honda has taken a Civic e:HEV and painted it in the world’s “Silverest Silver” paint.
Filed Under:
Honda Civic,
Honda Corporate,
News
Nissan Has Produced Over 1.5 Million e-Power Vehicles
Nissan has reached a production milestone surrounding its serial hybrid system, e-Power. Sold in 68 markets around the world, global production has surpassed the 1.52 million mark—a feat it has managed in less than 10 years.
Filed Under:
Engines,
Nissan Corporate,
Nissan Kicks,
Nissan X-Trail,
Technology
November 1, 2024
Lexus Philippines Announces Recall On Select UX 300h Units For Wiring Harness Issue
Lexus Philippines is issuing a recall on select units of its Lexus UX 300h. The issue surrounds the engine room main wire harness which may require replacement.
Filed Under:
Lexus Corporate,
Lexus UX,
News,
Recall,
Safety
The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Is Now The Fastest EV Around The Nürburgring Nordschleife
Xiaomi has just unveiled the highest-performance version of its EV, the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra. Coincidentally, the device, and now, EV carmaker has also received an LTO certification to start sales locally.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Sports Sedan,
Xiaomi SU7
9th Philippine International Motor Show Draws 42,000 Visitors
The 9th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), organized by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), concluded on a high note, drawing a record-breaking crowd of approximately 42,000 attendees throughout its four-day event from October 24-27 at the World Trade Center.
Waze, Google Maps Get AI Integration
Alphabet, Inc. has announced updates to its two navigation apps, Waze and Google Maps. These new features will gradually be rolled out globally and includes integration with Gemini—Google’s very own AI.
Filed Under:
News
October 31, 2024
Petron Switches On First EV Charger
Just in time for the Undas long weekend, Petron Corporation switches on its first EV charger. Located at Petron KM 23 Northbound in Marilao, Bulacan, it’s the first public EV charger located on the North Expressway (NLEX).
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Petron Corporate
SMC Infrastructure Ready For Undas Holiday
In anticipation of increased traffic volume during the Undas holidays, SMC Infrastructure, operator of SLEX, STAR Tollway, Skyway System, NAIA Expressway, and TPLEX, is implementing comprehensive measures to ensure the safe and efficient travel of motorists.
Filed Under:
News,
San Miguel Corporate,
Traffic
Hyundai Motor PH Expands To Abad Santos And Marilao
Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) strengthens its presence with the opening of its dealership in Abad Santos in partnership with the ANC+ Group of Companies. This is in line with HMPH’s network expansion goal to 46 dealers by 2025.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Hyundai Corporate,
News
Suzuki eVX Concept To Spawn Toyota Version
Remember the eVX Concept that Suzuki Auto Philippines brought into the Philippine International Motor Show? Apparently, it’ll now spawn a Toyota version as the two automakers strengthened their collaboration further to cover battery electric vehicles too.
Filed Under:
News,
Suzuki Corporate,
Toyota Corporate
Honda Cars PH Now Offers Leasing
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is offering a new way to vehicle usage: leasing. Launched alongside the new Civic RS e:HEV (above photo) is the Honda Leasing Program.
Filed Under:
Honda Corporate,
News
October 30, 2024
2025 Porsche 911 GT3 Celebrates Road, Track Duality
In time for its 25th anniversary, Porsche has unveiled the new 911 GT3. For the first time ever, the carmaker has unveiled it with two versions: a track-focused sportscar or a more understated tourer.
Filed Under:
News,
Porsche 911,
Sports Car
Here Are The Variants, Specs Of The New Geely Coolray For The Philippines
The country’s new Geely distributor, Geely Automobile International Corporation (GAIC), has released the full specs, prices, and colors of the new 2025 Coolray.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact Crossover,
Geely Coolray,
News
Toyota Gears Up For Undas Travel With Free Emergency Roadside Assistance
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) places importance on customer safety this Undas season by offering free emergency roadside assistance from Thursday, October 31 to Sunday, November 3, 2024.
Filed Under:
News,
Service,
Toyota Corporate
Omoda & Jaecoo PH Quietly Appoints New Country Director
Its products have yet to hit showrooms, but there’s already a new person in charge over at Omoda and Jaecoo Philippines. The transition happened rather quietly (and suddenly) this week after the conclusion of the 12th Philippine EV Summit.
Filed Under:
Jaecoo Corporate,
News,
Omoda Corporate,
PHL Auto Industry
BYD Breaks Ground At Bacoor Dealership
BYD is not finished expanding as they broke ground at an upcoming dealership located in Bacoor, Cavite.
Filed Under:
BYD Corporate,
Dealerships,
News
Suzuki Auto PH Gives 30 Percent Parts Discount To Flood-Affected Owners
Suzuki Philippines understands that the recent Typhoon Kristine has impacted a lot of Filipinos. The heavy rains caused significant flooding in multiple areas, greatly affecting communities.
Filed Under:
News,
Service,
Suzuki Corporate
October 29, 2024
2025 Kia Tasman: This Is It
After some teasing, Kia has finally revealed the full details of the 2025 Tasman—their first-ever pickup truck. The Tasman, which is set to enter showrooms by 2025, will be the start of a planned pickup range.
Filed Under:
Kia Tasman,
News,
Pick-Up
Subaru To Bid Goodbye To Outback Nameplate In 2025
Subaru isn’t done retiring nameplates. After the Japanese carmaker announced that it will be sending the Legacy nameplate to the great parking lot in the sky by 2025, it will be doing the same with the Outback also come next year. The fate of the Outback, however, isn’t so bleak.
Filed Under:
Executive Car,
News,
Subaru Outback
After Just 8 Years, There Are Now 1.24 Million Lynk & Co Owners Worldwide
Every October 20, Lynk & Co celebrates its anniversary and, this year on its 8th year in existence, the brand takes this opportunity to reflect on the numerous, outstanding achievements the brand has attained since its launch in 2016 in Berlin, Germany.
Filed Under:
Lynk & Co Corporate,
News
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