The price of the 1990’s era Toyota Supra is seriously getting out of hand. If you think a 1994 example fetching USD 121,000 (~ P 6.3 million) is already absurd, well, guess what: someone paid more, a heck of a lot more.
March 11, 2019
This 1994 Toyota Supra Sold for Brand-New Porsche 911 Money
The price of the 1990’s era Toyota Supra is seriously getting out of hand. If you think a 1994 example fetching USD 121,000 (~ P 6.3 million) is already absurd, well, guess what: someone paid more, a heck of a lot more.
Toyota Philippines Helps Para Athletes Bring Honor to the Country
In the 2000 Paralympic Games held in Sydney, Filipina powerlifter Adeline Dumapong-Ancheta made history when she brought home a bronze medal, a first for the Philippines. But before she brought pride to the country, Dumapong-Ancheta who contracted polio at an early age, used to push her wheelchair to the gym just to attend her trainings, rain or shine. Regular public transportation was a challenge.
March 9, 2019
All-Electric Nissan Leaf Coming to Philippines in 2020
The new Nissan Leaf will go on sale in Indonesia and the Philippines by 2020, underscoring Nissan’s commitment to drive electrification in the region. The expanded availability of the world’s best-selling electric vehicle is an important part of Nissan’s goal to electrify one fourth of its sales volume under its midterm plan, Nissan M.O.V.E. to 2022. The acceleration plan also includes assembly and localization of electrification components in key Southeast Asian markets.
March 8, 2019
2019 Jimny is Now Priced and Available at All Suzuki Auto Dealerships (w/ 17 Photos, Brochure)
After a lengthy tease, Suzuki Philippines is now officially unveiling the all-new, fourth-generation Jimny. Continuing its nameplate’s world-renowned attribute of having a simple yet rugged design, this all-new small SUV is destined not just to conquer city streets, but any trail or jungle as well.
Review: 2019 Mazda MX-5 RF Club Edition
You would think all the MX-5 stories worth telling have already been told. Yes, it’s attention-grabbing (KODO). Yes, it’s a great drive (Jinba-Ittai). And yes, it now appeals to more than just middle-aged men and hair dressers (personal observation). But then, Mazda digs deep and comes up with the 2019 model. Though it doesn’t look that radically different (spoiler alert: it’s pretty much the same car), but that new engine, BBS wheels, Recaro seats, and the available Soul Red Crystal paint job? Hnnnnnnnggggg.
Ford Continues Deals on Ranger, Everest, EcoSport, and Explorer This March
More Than Half of Toyota Vios's Philippine Variants Come with a CVT
Traffic has fundamentally changed the way people drive. Before, entry-level cars were destined to be equipped with a manual transmission and putting in an option for an automatic was considered luxurious. Oh, how times have changed. Today, more and more drivers are shifting to automatics.
The Bugatti La Voiture Noire is a Billion-Peso Supercar
Last year, Pinoy boxer Manny Pacquiao made headlines when he bought a mansion in Forbes Park for a staggering USD 9 million (~ P 469 million). As astonishing as that amount was, it’s still not enough to get this one-of-one Bugatti La Voiture Noire. This is, after all, the most expensive new car ever.
Nissan Leaf is the First Electric Vehicle to Breach 400,000 Sales Mark
The Nissan Leaf is the first electric car in history to surpass 400,000 sales, solidifying the model’s role as the leader in the global shift towards zero emissions mobility.
Harman Doesn't Want You to Compromise Your Listening Experience in the Ride Sharing Future
For people who own multiple cars, one of the more irritating things you have to deal with is to re-do your audio settings from one vehicle to another. Well, audio specialist Harman may have found a solution for that by, how else, developing an app.
March 7, 2019
Honda Dealers Are Now Offering Glass Coating Service
Want to keep your brand-new Honda’s paint shining like new? Well, they’ve got your back. Honda Cars Philippines announces the availability of their very own “Honda Genuine Premium Body Coat” and you can get them now for as low as P 13,400 at your nearest authorized Honda dealership.
MG is Going Electric and Its First Global Model is a Familiar One
The Hyundai Kona Electric is going to have some competition from an unlikely source: MG. The British car brand (by way of China) announced its first all-electric vehicle for export markets and it’s a crossover; it looks very familiar too. Meet the MG ZS EV.
The 2020 Hyundai Sonata Looks So Sporty
Hyundai has revealed the first photos of the eighth-generation 2020 Sonata, an executive sedan that’s now taken a decidedly four-door coupe look. It embodies the Sensuous Sportiness design concept first seen in the Le Fil Rouge Concept, fully transforming the Sonata following the release of the previous generation model in 2014.
Former Nissan Chairman Driven Out of Jail In a Suzuki Van
After spending 108 days in jail, the disgraced former Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi chairman, Carlos Ghosn walked away of the Tokyo jail whisked away in a…Suzuki.
March 6, 2019
2019 Suzuki Jimny is a Finalist for World Car Design of the Year
At the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, the World Car of the Year announced the “Top Three in the World” finalists. The jury, made of 86 distinguished automotive journalists from around the world continued to whittle down the list by secret ballot based on their evaluation with each candidate as part of their professional work.
The Mitsubishi Engelberg Tourer Impress With Its Tech, Not Its Looks (w/ 9 Photos)
This is the Engelberg Tourer, Mitsubishi’s next-generation crossover which, quite frankly, has styling only its own mother could love. It’s named after the famous ski resort in central Switzerland but sadly, none of the typical Swiss design sensibilities made it to this three-row crossover.
Aston Martin Brings Back Vanquish Nameplate for First Next-Generation Series Production Supercar
Aston Martin is giving the world a glimpse of its next-generation mid-engined supercar and with that, brings back the Vanquish nameplate once more. Shown in concept form at the Geneva Motor Show, it shows how Aston Martin plans to bring its supercar to the forefront of its second-century plan and one that stands proud alongside the likes of the Valkyrie and Lagonda SUV.
The Toyota Supra's Ready to Go Racing
Toyota’s not done with the Supra just yet. After unveiling it for the first time in January and then telling everyone that the 2019 production run’s all spoken for, the Japanese carmaker says it’s ready to take its new sportscar racing with the Toyota GR Supra GT4.
March 5, 2019
Nissan e-POWER is Now Going Global
Nissan is taking the first concrete steps to electrify the world by announcing that its e-POWER drivetrain will now be made available outside of its home market of Japan for the first time.
Subaru Calls the VIZIV Adrenaline Concept, Bold and That's Worrying
Okay, you know Subaru designers are running out of ideas when they’ve decided that their bolder design concept is called, BOLDER (yes, in all caps). Sadly, the new VIZIV Adrenaline Concept is anything bold.
The Mazda CX-3 Grows Up, Turns Into the CX-30 for 2019 (w/ 13 Photos)
Mazda unveiled the second next-generation model underpinned by the Skyactiv-Vehicle Architecture: the CX-30. Poised to replace the CX-3 sub-compact SUV or at least positioned above it, the 2019 CX-30 grows significantly from its current size while taking on a bolder design concept and sportier driving dynamics, both hallmarks of the Mazda brand.
Hyundai Says By the End of the Year, You'll be Ready to Ditch Your Car Key
Last January, Hyundai teased everyone with the near-production concept of using fingerprints as a way to open and start a car. While they promise that the technology will roll out in selected markets, beginning with the Santa Fe, they’ve also turned their attention to using mobile phones to act as car keys as well.
Jaguar I-PACE is 2019 European Car of the Year
Jaguar won its first-ever European Car of the Year award as the all-electric I-PACE scooped up the top prize beating the Alpine A110, Citroen C5 Aircross, Ford Focus, Kia Ceed, Mercedes-Benz A-Class, and Peugeot 508.
Is Tata Looking to Offload Jaguar and Land Rover?
Jaguar Land Rover’s not having an easy time of late. After handing its parent company the biggest loss in Indian corporate history, Tata is exploring all options for Jaguar Land Rover including a potential stake sale in the struggling luxury carmaker.
Volvos Cars Are Going to be Slower Starting 2020
Speeding kills says Volvo so in an unprecedented move, they’re decided to limit the top speed of all their cars to 180 km/h from 2020 onwards.
Review: 2019 Kia Soluto 1.4 EX M/T
Googling the word, “Soluto” reveals that it comes from the Latin, “solutus,” which translates to “be free.” Targeted at first time car buyers, the Kia Soluto then becomes so aptly named. After all, there’s no better way to escape Manila’s inept public transportation than being in the comfort and security of a brand-new car. Of course, there’s still the subject of navigating through hellish traffic, but doing it in the luxury of your very own personal space sounds like a welcome respite for a lot of wary workers.
March 4, 2019
Toyota Motor Philippines Starts Summer with Up to P 100,000 Off Your Favorite Models
Toyota Motor Philippines is starting summer right with its Big Summer Blowout. The promo which starts today until March 31, 2019 gives buyers one of three options: Pay Low, Pay Light, or Save on your brand-new Toyota. Special deals and discounts are available on the Vios, Fortuner, Innova, Avanza, Wigo, Hilux, and Hiace.
Honda Missed a Golden Opportunity to Name Their First-Ever EV
Listen Honda, I know you’ve spent big marketing money doing some focused group study to come up with the name of your first-ever EV; but “Honda e?” C’mon. I certainly hope that it’s just a place holder for the eventual final production car’s name, because I’m throwing in a suggestion for you. Why not just call it, “E. Honda?”
MG Philippines Kicks Off Official Brand Launch with Series of Free Concerts
MG Philippines is kicking off its official brand launch in a big way with MG Live!, a series of free concerts that showcase the latest MG vehicles and top Filipino musical acts. Powered by Phoenix Petroleum, MG Live! brings together musical acts such as Gracenote, Sandwich, Hilera, Moonstar88, and Ultra Combo.
The Aston Martin Valkyrie Combines Formula 1 Tech of Past and Present
With the first Aston Martin Valkyrie prototypes beginning to take shape, now is the time to reveal the full performance figures delivered by Aston Martin Valkyrie’s hybrid powertrain.
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