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November 5, 2024

Grab, Move It Distributes Aid To 1,000 Families

Grab Philippines and Move It distribute relief packages to over 1,000 families, including drivers and local residents, in areas of Cavite and Laguna badly hit by Tropical Storm Kristine. Each package was filled with essential items like rice, canned goods, and bathroom supplies.

As a symbol of its durability and reliability, this Fuso Canter has amassed 710,000 kilometers in less than five years.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

JAC Motors, the newest brand under Astara Philippines, is embarking on its first major mall road show across Metro Manila.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The country’s new Geely distributor, Geely Automobile International Corporation (GAIC), has released the full specs, prices, and colors of the new 2025 Coolray.

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.

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.

BYD is not finished expanding as they broke ground at an upcoming dealership located in Bacoor, Cavite.

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.

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.

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.

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November 5, 2024

Grab, Move It Distributes Aid To 1,000 Families

This Fuso Canter Has Done 710,000 Kilometers In Less Than 5 Years

BBS Germany Closes Its Plant

Toyota Transforms The GR86 Into A Turbocharged All-Wheel Drive Rally Machine

The 2025 e Vitara Is Suzuki's First Global Battery Electric Vehicle

November 4, 2024

This 2025 Chevrolet Captiva Clocked In 100,000 Kilometers To Prove Its Durability

Porsche Philippines Launches 2025 911 Carrera (992.2)

September 2024 New Car Sales Hold Steady As Chinese Brands Take 5.44 Percent Market Share

JAC Motors PH Embarks On First Major Road Show

November 3, 2024

Silverest Silver Helps Honda Celebrate 25 Years Of Hybrid Tech In Europe

Nissan Has Produced Over 1.5 Million e-Power Vehicles

November 1, 2024

Lexus Philippines Announces Recall On Select UX 300h Units For Wiring Harness Issue

The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Is Now The Fastest EV Around The Nürburgring Nordschleife

9th Philippine International Motor Show Draws 42,000 Visitors

Waze, Google Maps Get AI Integration

October 31, 2024

Petron Switches On First EV Charger

SMC Infrastructure Ready For Undas Holiday

Hyundai Motor PH Expands To Abad Santos And Marilao

Suzuki eVX Concept To Spawn Toyota Version

Honda Cars PH Now Offers Leasing

October 30, 2024

2025 Porsche 911 GT3 Celebrates Road, Track Duality

Here Are The Variants, Specs Of The New Geely Coolray For The Philippines

Toyota Gears Up For Undas Travel With Free Emergency Roadside Assistance

Omoda & Jaecoo PH Quietly Appoints New Country Director

BYD Breaks Ground At Bacoor Dealership

Suzuki Auto PH Gives 30 Percent Parts Discount To Flood-Affected Owners

October 29, 2024

2025 Kia Tasman: This Is It

Subaru To Bid Goodbye To Outback Nameplate In 2025