Hyundai wants to take a second crack at the Japanese market after it pulled out of these in 2009. This time, they’re doing so with a focus on technology.
February 9, 2022
Hyundai To Re-Enter Japanese Market
Hyundai wants to take a second crack at the Japanese market after it pulled out of these in 2009. This time, they’re doing so with a focus on technology.
11th Generation Honda Civic Is A Finalist For 2022 World Car Of The Year
After winning the 2022 North American Car of the Year, could the eleventh generation Honda Civic add another trophy to its growing collection? The compact sedan was announced as a finalist for the World Car of the Year along with the Hyundai Tucson, Lexus NX, and Toyota GR86 / Subaru BRZ among others.
February 8, 2022
2023 Mazda CX-60 To Offer More Than 300 Horsepower
Forget about the spy shots, Mazda has set a date for the official launch of the first member of its Large Product Group family: the 2023 CX-60.
Check Out Chevrolet's New Active Safety Test Track
General Motors has just revealed its new active safety test road at the Cheong-na Proving Ground in Korea.
Next-Gen Ford Ranger's Aircon System Is Manila Proof
We’ve all heard about variable valve timing and variable geometry turbo, but have you heard of variable stroke technology?
LRT-1 Completes Signaling System Upgrade
LRT-1 private operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) is set to deliver a faster and more reliable railway as it has successfully upgraded its signaling system to Alstom after a series of test runs and trial runs happened that concluded last January 30, 2022.
Someone Is Already Selling That Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Conversion Kit
A few weeks back, a Chinese body kit manufacturer has found a rather interesting way to capitalize on the shortage of the Land Cruiser 300 by offering a conversion kit to Land Cruiser 200 owners. Now, an aftermarket shop is already offering it for pre-orders in the Philippines.
Thanks To A Tight Supply Of LC300, Nissan Had A Record Year For Its Patrol SUV
Thanks partly to Toyota grappling with a global supply issue surrounding its Land Cruiser 300, Nissan has managed to set records for its Patrol in one of its key markets.
February 7, 2022
Mark Your Calendars: Mazda PH Launching 2022 MX-5 On February 16
After its global reveal last December, sportscar fans won’t have to wait long for Mazda Philippines to bring in the latest iteration of its iconic two-seater. The date for the 2022 MX-5 launch is set and that’s on February 16.
Next-Generation Ford Ranger To Have One Giant Touchscreen
Ford knows customers want a pickup with a smart, functional interior with a high-level of well-integrated technology. And with the next-generation Ranger being the smartest ever, it all translates to an enhanced user experience.
FUSO Trucks Opens New Sales Outlet, Service Center In Metro Manila
In line with the company’s expansion plan, Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP), the general distributor of Fuso trucks and buses in the Philippines expands its retail presence in Metro Manila by opening MG Gateway South Corporation in Pasay City to add to its growing list of FUSO dedicated outlets nationwide.
Agojo Transport Chooses New Mercedes-Benz Actros Trucks With Active Brake Assist 5
Auto Nation Group Inc. , (ANG) the General Distributor for Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles in the Philippines, just handed over a new fleet of Mercedes-Benz Actros trucks to Agojo Transport Corporation.
The All-New Toyota Raize Supports The Filipino Spirit
One of the reasons that Filipinos love Toyota is because it’s a brand that can be relied on. A Toyota, no matter the model or generation, is consistent in its quality. As one of the automotive industry’s pioneering Japanese car companies, every new introduction sets a benchmark and every innovation is designed to lead. Taking a step further, every vehicle it makes takes a cue from the brand’s underlying philosophy of bringing mobility to all.
Bentley Continental GT Speed Awarded 2022 Car Of The Year By Luxury Publication
The most dynamic road car Bentley has ever produced, and which is the ultimate performance-focused version of the industry benchmark for luxury grand tourer models, has just been crowned the top honors in a prestigious annual automotive awards programmed by leading international publication Robb Report as the 2022 Car of the Year was the Bentley Continental GT Speed.
Rolls-Royce Redesigns 'Spirit of Ecstacy'
Rolls-Royce has re-designed its iconic Spirit of Ecstasy to grace the hood of its all-electric vehicle, the Spectre.
February 6, 2022
Honda Cars PH Now Discounting The All-New Civic
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is extending its “Choose Your Own Deals” this February, and this time, they’re adding new deals to cover the all-new Civic and BR-V.
Maxus Opens In Alabang
Maxus Philippines formally inaugurated the Maxus Alabang dealership, its 9th dealership in the country since the brand launched in June 2019. Maxus is the 6th global brand partner of AC Motors, the automotive distribution and retail group of Ayala Corporation.
Big Brother Is Watching: LTO Shows Off New Central Command Center
With road crashes and motor vehicle-related crimes remaining as perennial problems in the country, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) inaugurated their new Central Command Center (C3) with hopes to address these problems.
February 4, 2022
Lexus PH Now Offers A Full Aero Kit For The 2022 UX F Sport
The Lexus UX F Sport was engineered to cater to urbanites in search of a fresh, contemporary and dynamic take on luxury driving. The UX offers the brand's innovative design, luxury features, and advanced safety in a package that combines charismatic new styling elements and a new ultra-efficient powertrain.
Isuzu Marks 22 Years As Philippines' Number 1 Truck Brand
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), the exclusive assembler, importer, and distributor of brand-new Isuzu commercial vehicles (CV) and light commercial vehicles (LCVs) in the country, once again topped the industry’s truck sales based on the combined report from the Truck Manufacturers Association Inc. (TMA) and the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc (CAMPI), marking its 22nd consecutive years as the number one truck brand in the country.
The Toyota Raize May Be The Most Important Car Of 2022 (w/ Brochure)
It’s still early in 2022, but we’re calling it: this could be the most important vehicle launching this year. Meet the Raize—Toyota’s first-ever sub-compact SUV.
Arctic Trucks Works Their Magic On The 2022 Mitsubishi Montero Sport
Arctic Trucks has just worked their wonders on the Mitsubishi Montero Sport. The aftermarket company which specializes in re-engineering vehicles so that they can be used in extreme conditions has just unleashed the Montero Sport (Pajero Sport) AT35.
During Brownouts, The Ford F-150 Lightning Can Power Your House For Up To 10 Days
Ford is the first in the U.S. to offer the ability for EV owners to power their homes when the grid goes dark.
Toyota Safety Sense Tops New Nighttime Pedestrian Safety Test
With the U.S.-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) announcing plans to launch a new test that rates the effectiveness of pedestrian AEB (autonomous emergency braking) at nighttime, the agency has released the results of a pilot test. What they found is that today’s pedestrian AEB systems don’t work as well in the dark as they do in daylight.
Safety Institute To Add Nighttime AEB Test Starting This Year
One of the world’s toughest automotive safety tests is about to get even tougher. The U.S.-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) will now be adding nighttime testing for autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems starting this year.
Kia Philippines Posts 76 Percent Growth In 2021
While the auto industry continues to face challenges, Kia Philippines reported selling 3,748 vehicles in 2021—a massive 76 percent increase outpacing the industry's 18 percent, one of the highest in the industry.
February 3, 2022
Caltex To Donate P1 For Every Liter Sold To Support Typhoon Odette Rehab
Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc (CPI). announced its Biyaheng Pagtulong fuel promo. From February 4 to 10, 2022, Caltex network of retailers and marketers will be donating P 1 for every liter of fuel purchased for relief efforts in typhoon-stricken areas such as Bohol, Cebu, Palawan, Surigao and Butuan, which will be topped up by CPI, in partnership with the American Chamber Foundation of the Philippines (AMCHAM Foundation).
Enjoy These Heart-Throbbing Deals From Subaru PH This Month
Motor Image Pilipinas, Inc., the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines, celebrates the month of love with its Heart-Throbbing Deals.
Toyota Aims To Give Race Car Driver Instincts To Everyone (w/ Video)
Toyota’s researchers have managed to program a GR Supra to autonomously drift around obstacles on a closed track—a first that the automaker said provides a preview into how self-driving systems can complement human driving in hazardous conditions.
Front Liners, Fully Vaxxed Honda Customers Entitled To Service Discounts
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is resuming its Modern-Day Heroes promo for front liners and fully vaccinated customers.
Global Auto Sales To Rebound As Chip Shortage Expected To Ease In Q3 2022
Automotive analyst firm LMC Automotive sees global auto sales improving in 2022, but only if carmakers are able to weather the chip shortage all the way until the third quarter of this year.
County Drives Hyundai's Leadership In PH Bus Category
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) has maintained its position as a strong challenger in the Philippine commercial vehicle (CV) industry towards the end of 2021.
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