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March 21, 2021

The 2021 Nissan Navara is Here, and Here's Everything You Need to Know (w/ Specs)


Nissan Philippines is aiming for the top step of the highly competitive pickup truck segment with the official launch of its refreshed 2021 Navara. The culmination of their 80-year history in the pickup truck segment, it features a stronger look, enhanced features, and a competitive price tag.

A Year into COVID-19, SMC Waives Close to P200M in Toll Fees for Front Liners


One year since the COVID-19 global pandemic hit the country, San Miguel Corporation (SMC) has waived P190.7 million worth of toll fees for medical front liners passing through expressways it operates.

Review: 2021 Toyota Hilux 2.4 G AT


You’re looking at the best-selling pickup truck in the Philippines. It’s so common that on our street alone, you can spot at least six of them. They maybe in various shades, but they’re all the same grade: the Hilux 2.4 G. It’s not surprising to know that Toyota’s the king of 4x2 trucks—capturing a 34-percent market share, at the least. And with 13,637 sold last year alone, it was the second best-selling vehicle in our 7,107 islands.

March 20, 2021

Review: 2021 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro


The last time the 2021 Tiggo 7 Pro graced our garage, it was the Radiant Red unit. Colorway aside, it was, more importantly, a pre-production engineering unit that actually had different specs than the model that eventually made it to Chery Auto showrooms. How different you may ask? Well, it was speced way less.

Suzuki PH Launches Ecstar Engine Oil Line


Suzuki Philippines, Inc. is committed to giving its customers the best value-for-money experience which now extends beyond the purchase of a brand-new automobile or motorcycle. With Ecstar, Suzuki’s genuine engine oil, owners are guaranteed a lower cost of ownership as well.

Isuzu PH Continues Expansion with New Tagum City Dealership


Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), the country’s leader in the commercial vehicle segment, expands its market reach nationwide by opening its Isuzu Tagum dealership.

March 19, 2021

For P 3.480M, is the 2021 Subaru Evoltis Worth Its Price?


The official launch of Subaru’s large 7-seater SUV, the 2021 Evoltis is still a month away, but that’s not stopping Motor Image’s own sales department from leaking out the complete specs and pricing.

BPI Bundles Auto Loan with Insurance


The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) launched today a pioneering product that gives auto loan clients an insurance policy on their vehicle covering the entire life of the loan.

MINI Philippines Brings in Paddy Hopkirk Special Edition for P 3.250M


MINI Asia and British United Automobiles, Inc. are proud to introduce five units of an exclusive special model to commemorate the first triumph of the classic Mini at the legendary Monte Carlo Rally in 1964: the MINI Paddy Hopkirk Edition. It is now available for the MINI Cooper S 3 Door variant in Moonwalk Grey Metallic and Starlight Blue colors.

5 Ways the All-New Honda City Leads the Sub-Compact Segment


Introduced in the Philippine market in 1996, the Honda City has become Honda Cars Philippines’s best-selling model over the years. With over 131,000 units sold since its arrival, the City consistently reflected the core values of smart style, outstanding interior space, and strong commanding presence.

Honda Launches New XRM125 Motorcycle with Prices Starting at P 67.9k


Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI), the number one motorcycle brand in the country introduces the all-new XRM125—a tougher, more durable, and more versatile underbone motorcycle that will captivate the riding public once more.

Isuzu Inaugurates Bacoor Dealership


Less than two months after the contract signing between Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) and Isuzu Automotive Dealership Inc. (IADI), the two parties officially opened the doors of the new Isuzu Bacoor dealership.

March 18, 2021

Subaru PH to Launch 7-Seater Evoltis (aka Ascent) in April


UPDATE: Check out the full PH specs here (3/20).

The first of Subaru’s six promised all-new models for 2021 is almost upon us: the 2021 Evoltis. Known as the Ascent in North America, the Evoltis represents Subaru’s re-entry into the large 7-seater SUV segment, a segment which it competed in before with the Tribeca.

The Lenovo M2 Electric Scooter Helps You Beat Traffic for Less Than P 20k


The Lenovo M2 electric scooter is arriving on March 27, 2021. With the limited mobility options currently available, this e-scooter packs innovative technology making short-distance commutes safer and more comfortable.

Nissan Caloocan is Officially Open


Nissan in the Philippines is bringing its product and services closer to more Filipinos nationwide as it opens Nissan Caloocan.

Peugeot's New Look Logo Debuts on the 2022 308 Hatchback


After showing off their new “roaring lion” logo, the revamped Peugeot badge has made it onto its first production car: the all-new 2022 308 compact hatchback.

Mitsubishi is Closing in the UK, So They're Auctioning Off Their Heritage Collection


Mitsubishi is winding down its operations in the United Kingdom, and part of that is the public auction of 14 Heritage Vehicles.

Hyundai Completely Shows Off the 2022 Starex (aka Staria)


After wowing the world with teasers of its Starex replacement, the 2022 Staria, Hyundai has now decided to show everything off. And here it is.

Toyota Maybe Transforming Its Smallest Car into an SUV


Contrary to earlier reports, Toyota didn’t unveil its next collaboration with Subaru. Instead, they’ve shown off their commitment to the most affordable A-segment with the world’s first peek at its upcoming Aygo replacement.

March 17, 2021

BMW Accelerates Shift to Electric with First-Ever i4 Gran Coupe


The BMW Group is accelerating its move to go fully electric. This, as the German automaker pulled the wraps off its first-ever i4—its fully electric gran coupe.

Mazda to Start Assembling CX-30 in Malaysia


Mazda will be assembling its CX-30 in Malaysia very soon. According to investor reports on Bermaz Auto, the assembler and distributor of Mazda vehicles in both Malaysia and the Philippines, was given the green light by Mazda Corporation to start assembling its compact crossover in Kulim, Kedah province.

Toyota Motor PH Busts 6 Hybrid Vehicle Myths


Chances are you’ve seen them in your favorite movies and TV series. No, we’re not talking about A-List celebrities (though many stars drive themselves around in one). We’re talking about hybrid cars, especially the ones from Toyota. Starting with the Prius, Toyota’s hybrid cars have established themselves as reliable choices for amazing fuel economy. It’s no wonder why you see hybrids almost everywhere in most other countries!

The 2021 GLA is the Mercedes-Benz For Our Time



“Hey, Mercedes!”

Mitsubishi Thailand Has Just Assembled Its 6-Millionth Vehicle


Mitsubishi Motors Thailand celebrated a new milestone: the cumulative production of six million units.

Nissan Wants to Change Your Mind on Vehicle Colors


White was globally the most popular car color for more than a decade, but Nissan Global Color designer, Myung-Eun Lee, says this is shifting. She shares what got her into the automotive industry and her prediction of what could be the next new thing in vehicle colors.

Chery Auto PH Sells Out Initial Batch of Tiggo 7 Pro Units


Demand for Chery’s all-new Tiggo 7 Pro has been so high that the first batch of the compact SUV, launched only last January 27, was sold out within 30 days. And there is already a growing waiting list for the next shipment scheduled to arrive this March.

March 16, 2021

RSA Calls Out Toll Regulatory Board on Non-Issuance of Skyway Stage 3 Operating Permit


“Skyway 3 will remain open,” San Miguel Corporation president Ramon S. Ang said, following a misunderstanding between its infrastructure unit and the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB).

BMW's Newest iDrive is All About Screens and Machine Learning


BMW is showing off the newest version of its man-machine interface, the iDrive 8—an operating system that promises a deeper level of customization and integration, while serving as a smarter, more natural partner in any situation. The system will be rolled out across vehicle classes starting with the BMW iX and the BMW i4.

This is Kia's New Design Language


When Kia showed off its new logo and brand identity, the Korean carmaker promised that it’ll come hand-in-hand with a new design language. Well, that design language has now been unveiled with its first-ever dedicated battery electric vehicle—the 2022 Kia EV6.

RSA Gets Involved in Skyway Stage 3, TRB Mess (Update: Skyway Stage 3 Will Remain Open)


UPDATE 2: Ramon S. Ang reveals reason behind miscommunication.

UPDATE: SMC says they will not close Skyway Stage 3 after all.

Bring out the popcorn, because the saga between the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) and Skyway Stage 3 project is not over.

Hyundai PH Discounting PMSes Until April 10


When was your last Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS)? If it has been a while, consider this a timely offer from Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the exclusive distributor of Hyundai vehicles in the country.

Kia PH Adjusts Prices of Picanto, Sorento, Carnival for March


Kia Philippines is offering huge discounts on its remaining Picanto, Sorento, and Carnival units until the end of March.