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October 29, 2024

MG HS PHEV Confirmed For PH Market Early 2025 With 1,065-km Range, 220 Horsepower


After adding both BEV and HEVs to its line-up, MG Motor Philippines is poised to add its first PHEV too. Previewed at the Philippine International Motor Show, the MG HS PHEV will be coming to the local market early 2025.

Jordan, Medina Share Championship Honors In 2024 SeaOil Radical Challenge Philippines


Despite the gloomy weather, the Clark International Speedway (CIS) sizzled with action as the Seaoil Radical Challenge Philippines powered by BPI staged its 2024 season finale. And in the end, it was the rookie drivers who shone with Mikey Jordan securing the SR3 Challenge Cup title and Rainy Medina taking the crown in the SR1 Challenge Cup.

Tokico Now Distributed In The Philippines By BSB Junrose Corporation


BSB Junrose Corporation welcomes Japan’s Tokico to its portfolio of brands. This means Filipinos will now have access to Tokico’s line of shock absorbers, struts, and coil overs.

Porsche Carrera GT Receives Updates 20 Years After It Ended Production


Almost 20 years after it ended production, Porsche is giving its Carrera GT (2003-2006) a couple of handling updates to enhance the super sports car’s already impressive performance, and improve its overall safety and durability.

October 28, 2024

Fuchs Lubricants Brings Titan Line Into Philippines


Fuchs, a leading global manufacturer of lubricants and related specialty products, announces the official entry of its Titan line of lubricants into the Philippine market. Titan lubricants and service fluids from Fuchs are the result of modern research and development by the world’s largest independent lubricant specialist.

President Marcos Just Got A Personal Taste Of Beyond Zero


President Ferdinand R. “Bongbong” Marcos recently got a taste of Toyota’s Beyond Zero initiative as he took the wheel of the hydrogen-powered Corolla Cross H2 Concept at the Malacañan Palace. In addition, he was also presented with the next-generation Tamaraw as a sign of Toyota’s continued commitment to the local automotive manufacturing industry.

Gateway Group's Nissan Mantrade Makes Its Service Mark


For the Silent Generation and Baby Boomers, it was the Manila Trading & Supply Company, a subsidiary of the Cleveland-Akron Bag Company of Ohio, Inc., trading cotton goods, marine and gas engines, marine hardware and, from 1918, automobiles.

Liqui Moly Has An Additional Philippine Distributor


BSB Junrose Corporation has announced the addition of German motor oil brand, Liqui Moly to its roster of brands.

Mazda Just Invested In New Paint Tech At Its Ujina Plant


Mazda has chosen Swedish-Swiss industrial automation company ABB to help it further its paint technology. The Japanese carmaker has fitted ABB’s latest paint atomizer—the RB1000i-S—to its Ujina Plant No. 1 in Hiroshima.

Honda Cars PH Extending 30 Percent Discount On Select Parts To Flood-Affected Owners


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is expending help to owners whose units have been inundated by floodwaters from October 21, 2024 onwards with their Honda Helps program.

October 27, 2024

ACMobility To Start Collecting Fees On NCR Chargers Starting December 1, 2024


Supporting ACMobility’s auto brands, particularly Kia and BYD, which are fast shifting towards all-electric mobility, the company’s infrastructure arm is hard at work to grow its charging network.

PIMS: Jetour T2 Muscles Up With The New Terminator Variant. Yours For P 2.898M


Jetour Auto Philippines didn’t just bring in their X50 5-seater crossover to the Philippine International Motor Show. On the other side of the size spectrum, they brought in a new variant of their hit, the T2 4x4 SUV known as the T2 Terminator.

PIMS: Mitsubishi Brings Back Montero Sport Ralliart, Xpander Cross Outdoor Edition For 2025


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines brings back the Montero Sport Ralliart and the Xpander Cross Outdoor Edition for buyers seeking something more active and adventurous than your usual family ride, especially when it comes to style.

October 25, 2024

PIMS: Changan Really Needs The Hunter REEV To Succeed


Changan Auto Philippines seems to be all over the place when it comes to its product line-up. Despite having a seven-vehicle-line-up with a wide price range (P 654,000 to P 2,719,000)—they can never seem to stick the landing with any of them. All of them pretty much fade into obscurity. They’re certainly hoping for a change of luck with the Hunter pickup truck.

PIMS: Ever Wondered What Would Happen If Isuzu Gave The mu-X The VIP Treatment?


Isuzu Philippines didn’t just show off its N-Series EV at Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), they also showed what would happen if the mu-X got the “VIP” treatment.

2025 BYD Seal Is Born To Perform At P 2,548,000 (w/ Specs)


BYD wants your attention and they could very well have it with the all-new Seal. The world’s best-selling New Energy Vehicle brand (and the Philippines’s best-selling EV brand) now has enthusiasts in mind with this 530-horsepower all-wheel drive sports sedan.

October 24, 2024

PIMS: Mitsubishi DST Concept Revealed Globally


We referred to it as the DST Concept early this month (thanks to some website metadata), and we got it right. Mitsubishi Motors globally premiered the DST Concept—a new mid-sized 7-seater SUV concept that, when it hits production, will join the brand’s ASEAN three-row line-up alongside the Montero Sport / Pajero Sport and Xpander.

PIMS: Nissan Z NISMO Is All About Performance


If the 383-horsepower Nissan Z isn’t enough car for you, how about the new Nissan Z Nismo? Building on the solid foundations of the rear-wheel drive sportscar, this version packs additional power, a tuned suspension, and revised aero.

PIMS: Nissan Preview X-Trail e-Power, Magnite For 2025


All attention over at Nissan may have been at the Nissan Z Nismo, but the brand also previewed two vehicles that will hit showrooms real soon: the X-Trail e-Power and the Magnite.

PIMS: Suzuki Previews Jimny Rhino Edition


As predicted about a week ago, Suzuki Auto Philippines is previewing the Jimny Rhino Edition which will be made available in both 3- and 5-door variants.

PIMS: Isuzu PH Brings In N-Series EV Concept As Part Of "Total Carbon Neutral Ecosystem"


Well, well, well…how’s this for something we got right? Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) did show a battery electric vehicle (BEV) and it wasn’t the D-Max EV. Instead, it was the N-Series EV as we guessed way back in August.

PIMS: BMW Expands i5 Range With P 7.990M i5 M60 xDrive Touring


BMW is expanding its all-electric BMW i range with the introduction of the i5 Touring. And in an interesting twist, this wagon packs the top-spec M60 designation.

PIMS: The P888K X50 Is Jetour Auto Philippines' Smallest Crossover Yet


Jetour Auto Philippines is entering the compact crossover segment with the X50—one of the country’s most crowded and most competitive segments.

PIMS: Mazda PH Now Offers AutoExe Customization Program


After its soft launch early this year, Mazda Philippines is now officially an authorized distributor of AutoExe tuning parts and accessories. The partnership, formalized at the 9th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), exemplifies Mazda Philippines’ commitment to deliver a customer-centric approach that goes beyond the norm. At PIMS, a wide range of AutoExe parts have been fitted onto the Mazda3, CX-60, and MX-5 showcasing the personalization potential of these Mazda vehicles.

PIMS: Chery Auto PH Launches 2025 Tiggo 2 With P 708K Starting Price


Chery Auto Philippines is updating its entry-level SUV, the Tiggo 2 Pro for 2025. The new sub-compact SUV now sports a more modern look together with higher standard features and specs.

PIMS: Rotary-Powered Mazda MX-30 R-EV Makes Local Apperance


A car company that is deeply passionate about driving, it’s Mazda’s mission to bring a joyful and effortless experience that makes drivers and passengers feel revitalized. This central tenet—Jinba-ittai or the seamless connection between man and machine—is the soul of every Mazda vehicle.

PIMS: Ford PH Gives Ranger Raptor The Twin-Turbo V6


Ford Philippines has finally given its performance truck, the Ranger Raptor the engine it deserves: a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6.

PIMS: Honda Cars Surprises With MUGEN Civic Type R Group A Philippine Debut


If you find the Honda Civic Type R still a bit too pedestrian for your tastes, how’s this for a surprise. Honda Cars Philippines is bringing in just five of these ultra-special Mugen Civic Type R Group. This becomes the most exclusive variant of the Civic Type R in the country.