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August 2, 2024

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Unveiled As Potential Global Model

Toyota Gazoo Racing has unveiled the updated or, in their words, evolved GR Corolla. The revised hot-hatch brings with it insights gained by competing in motorsports. Best news? It’s now being considered as a global model with a possible roll out to more markets worldwide.

Audi has received a seal of approval from King Charles, as the brand was awarded a Royal Warrant of Appointment. This prestigious mark of recognition grants Audi the privilege to supply vehicles to the Royal Household for the next three years. It serves as a distinguished honor, reinforcing Audi’s commitment to providing top-tier vehicles for the highest echelons of British society.

Bianca Bustamante is coming home for “Race to Inspire,” a three-day motorsport themed event at the SM Mall of Asia Central Atrium from August 9 to 11, 2024.

Porsche has confirmed that the Cayenne will continue to offer a diverse range of powertrains up to and beyond 2030. The German automaker has confirmed that they plan to sell both the current third-generation Cayenne alongside the all-new fourth-generation model. At the same time, they will continue development of traditional and hybrid combustion engines alongside its cutting-edge all-electric powertrain.

Toyota Motor PH Reveals Full Tamaraw Specs, Order Books Now Open

Toyota Motor Philippines has announced that order books for the next-generation Tamaraw have just opened at all authorized Toyota dealerships nationwide. Ahead of retail sales, which is understood to start in October, the carmaker has revealed the full specs.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) is committed to providing customers with safety and peace of mind this rainy season. In light of the recent severe flooding across various regions, HMPH reaffirms its role as a dedicated partner in car ownership, by offering two new aftersales promotions.

After its unveil in the United States, the refreshed Honda Civic has also found its way to ASEAN. Just launched in Thailand, the new Civic gains a refreshed exterior and enhanced interior with added connectivity features.

Chinese brands captured 11 percent of the European electric-car market in June—a record high. SAIC Motor and its MG brand led the charge thanks to its MG 4 (lead photo).

Toyota’s vehicle certification scandal is worse than originally thought as Japanese regulators have uncovered more wrongdoings.

BYD has announced a multi-year strategic partnership with Uber to bring 100,000 new BYD EVs onto the Uber platform across key global markets.

2024 is a special year for MG. They are celebrating their 100th year, while July is particularly notable as it coincides with SAIC Motor Philippines (the official importer/distributor of MG in the Philippines) first full year of operation here in the country.

Despite being engineered primarily for developing markets, both Kia and Suzuki sent their Pegas (Soluto) and Ertiga to be tested at the Global NCAP.

Yamaha Motor PH Breaks Multiple Guinness Records At Ayala Malls Manila Bay

On July 13, 2024, Yamaha Motor Philippines made history once again by breaking two Guinness World Records: the Most Engines Started Simultaneously and the Most Horns Sounded Simultaneously. This remarkable achievement took place at the expansive venue and substantial space provided by Ayala Malls Manila Bay, which played a crucial role in facilitating this large-scale event.

Japan starts cracking down on motorized, rideable suitcases. Seen as a replacement to electric mopeds, these mobile luggage has become popular among tourists, some of whom have been breaking the law. As a response, Japan will now require users, both residents and non-residents alike, to wear a helmet and have a license.

In case you can’t make it this October to the Mazda Fan Festa 2024 at the Fuji International Speedway, another Fan Festa is slated in November.

Honda Cars Philippines (HCPI) is now offering an extra incentive to owners who will download and activate their Honda Connect account.

BYD Asia Pacific and BYD Cars Philippines announce their commitment to donating USD 100 (P 5,858) for every BYD Sealion 6 DM-i vehicle sold from July 25, 2024 until the end of December 2024 in support of the victims of the recent typhoon Carina.

Dongfeng Motors Philippines (DFM Philippines) is offering its Nanobox EV hatchback with a P 150,000 cash discount or an all-in down payment of P 48,000. Oh, and DFM’s throwing in a free 7-kW wall box charger too.

Two storied German automotive names—Recaro and BBS have filed for bankruptcy. Both firms, which supply several high-end car manufacturers for seats and wheels, respectively, have filed for bankruptcy in separate German courts.

JMC Opens First Showroom In Mindanao

Astara Philippines opens the first Jiangling Motors Corporation (JMC) dealership in Mindanao. The new showroom, located in the Farma Auto Supply Compound at Kilometer 13, Panacan, Davao City.

Nissan Philippines has expanded the availability of NissanConnect Services (NCS), its brand of in-car connectivity and telematics, to more variants of the Almera starting this August.

Chevrolet has officially switched distributors. Formerly distributed by The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), it’s now being distributed by HARIPHIL Asia Resources, Inc.

Will unchecked subsidies, or in the case of the Philippines, tax incentives on electrified vehicles, lead to a collapse of the local automotive manufacturing sector? That may be the case if we were to look at possible lessons learned from our neighbor Thailand where several car makers have started consolidating their manufacturing bases and some auto parts suppliers have begun to close.

New car sales experienced a slight decline in June 2024 with a 2.9 percent decrease compared to the previous month. This was shown in the joint report of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).

Jetour Auto PH Opens Pasig Dealership

Jetour Auto Philippines Inc (JAPI) has expanded its reach in eastern Metro Manila with the opening of Jetour Auto Pasig.

Ford Philippines is extending special offers for parts and labor for vehicle owners affected by rains brought on by Typhoon Carina.

The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is the most appealing mid-sized SUV according to the 2024 J.D. Power U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study.

The Ford Ranger is engineered for a life of work and adventure. Customers in more than 180 markets around the world depend on its unique blend of capability, versatility, technology, and comfort to enable them to explore new places and take on new challenges.

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August 2, 2024

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Unveiled As Potential Global Model

The King's Choice: Audi Gets Royal Warrant Of Appointment

Bianca Bustamante Comes Home For 3-Day Motorsport-Themed Event At SM Mall Of Asia

Porsche Plans To Sell Current Generation Cayenne Alongside Upcoming All-New Model

August 1, 2024

Toyota Motor PH Reveals Full Tamaraw Specs, Order Books Now Open

Hyundai Motor PH Looks After Customers With 2 Rainy Day Offers

2025 Honda Civic Lands In ASEAN; Philippine Launch Happening Before End Of October?

Chinese EV Brands, Led By MG, Reached Record High Share In Europe

Toyota Rocked By Vehicle Certification Scandal Anew

BYD And Uber Announce Strategic Partnership

The MG Gallery Serves As The Brand's Showcase

Global NCAP Reveals Safety Test Results For Kia Soluto, Suzuki Ertiga

July 31, 2024

Yamaha Motor PH Breaks Multiple Guinness Records At Ayala Malls Manila Bay

Japan Cracks Down On Motorized Luggage

Mazda To Celebrate 35 Years Of MX-5 At Fan Festa 2024 Okayama

Have Honda Connect, Get Discounts And Freebies

BYD, ACMobility Pledges USD 100 For Every Sealion 6 DM-i Sold In 2024 To Typhoon Carina Victims

The Dongfeng Nanobox Is Now Just P 738K

Recaro, BBS Files For Bankruptcy

July 30, 2024

JMC Opens First Showroom In Mindanao

Nissan PH Upgrades Almera, Brings Back VL Sport Variant Starting This August

Chevrolet Switches Distributors In The Philippines

Will Unchecked Electrified Vehicle Subsidies Cause Problems For The PH Auto Industry?

Here's Your Full June (And H1) 2024 New Car Sales Breakdown

July 29, 2024

Jetour Auto PH Opens Pasig Dealership

Ford PH Offers Parts, Labor Discount For Typhoon-Affected Vehicles

All-New Santa Fe Helps Boost Hyundai's Brand Appeal

Here's The Secret To The Ford Ranger's Impressive Ride Despite Keeping Rear Leaf Springs