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August 16, 2022

Watch This Porsche Taycan Turbo S Break Tesla's Nürburgring Record

Porsche has broken the lap record for EVs at the Nürburgring Nordschleife using its Taycan Turbo S. Porsche development driver Lars Kern lapped “The Green Hell” in just 7 minutes 33.35 seconds. This is around 3 seconds faster than the previous record holder, the Tesla Model S Plaid.

Residents of Makati City are welcome to prepare themselves for a new flavor in town. Umi Takeaway Sushi has announced the opening of Umi Air, its first restaurant branch, located at Air Residences, Yakal, and Malugay Streets, Brgy. San Antonio, Makati City. Umi Air will open its doors to the public on September 23, 2022.

Mazda is looking to source more of its components outside of China. This after the Hiroshima-based automaker got hit by supply chain issues and hampered production in light of China’s zero COVID policy.

After calling off their planned joint venture with Ford, Mahindra has found itself a new partner: Volkswagen.

MG Philippines's Line-Up Can All Do More Than 17 km/L

MG Philippines released the fuel economy figures of their vehicles as officially approved and recorded by the Automobile Association of the Philippines (AAP).

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai Commercial Vehicles (CV) in the Philippines continued to strengthen its presence in the Visayas area through its participation at Philconstruct Visayas as well as its continued acceleration of the adoption of Modern PUVs among transport cooperatives.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) continues to offer its customers special after-sales deals that would help them keep their vehicles in good shape and ensure their safety. Until October 8, 2022, Honda owners with out-of-warranty vehicles may take advantage of Honda’s service offerings through its Raining Deals promo. Meanwhile, customers whose vehicles are within the warranty period have perks and benefits under the Sure Save Treats Loyalty Program.

Nissan Philippines, Inc. (NPI) is launching Nissan Assist, their first customer service mobile app in the Philippines. It’s designed to provide a fully digital, end-to-end customer service experience for Nissan’s customers nationwide, and is part of the company’s digital transformation roadmap to integrate NPI, its dealers, and its customers in one online ecosystem.

After supply chain issues bogged down its automotive production for the last couple of months, Toyota is seeing a recovery in production numbers for September through November.

Porsche, Pixar Collaborate On This One-Of-One 911: The Sally Special

Porsche and Pixar Animation Studios have unveiled a very special Porsche inspired by one of the most popular 911s: Sally Carrera, the famous car from Disney and Pixar’s animated film Cars.

Refreshed 2023 BMW X3 Arrives In The Philippines For P 3.790M (w/ Specs)

SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp., the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines is now offering one of the best valued BMW Sport Activity Vehicles (SAVs) in the market with the new BMW X3 xDrive20d Business priced at P 3.790 million.

Having already cornered a 95 percent market share of the Philippines’s electrified vehicle market, Toyota Motor Philippines is ready to go 100 percent electric.

Automotive industry leader, Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) inaugurated today Toyota Mobility Solutions Philippines, Inc. (TMSPH), a wholly owned subsidiary that will be a provider of mobility-related services.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), whose groundbreaking HEV Prius pioneered the electrification movement, is leading this shift with 95 percent of electrified vehicles sold in the country being a Toyota or Lexus.

Should Toyota Build This All-Electric Wigo?

In April of this year, Toyota surprised everyone by unveiling an Innova EV Concept at the Indonesian International Motor Show or IIMS. Now, at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), they’ve done it again, only this time, they’ve used the Wigo.

When Mitsubishi Motors unveiled the refreshed Xpander globally in 2021, there was some visible confusion as to why its SUV-derivative, the Xpander Cross didn’t get the same slew of changes. While it did see a minor update, it didn’t get the aggressive new front fascia. Apparently, the Japanese carmaker just bided their time as two years later, they have finally unveiled the 2023 Xpander Cross.

The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), the exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet vehicles and parts in the Philippines, recently conducted an economy run on the 2022 Chevy Trailblazer and Tracker under the supervision of the Automobile Association Philippines (AAP).

In preparation for the start of face-to-face classes on August 22, 2022, the Metro Manila Development Authority or MMDA is bringing back the Unified Vehicular Volume Reduction Program (UVVRP) or the Number Coding scheme in the morning starting on Monday, August 15.

Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), announced the return of their ‘Fuel Your Fortune’ raffle promo. Until October 30, 2022, every P 500 single receipt purchase of any Caltex Fuel with Techron, Delo, Havoline lubricants, and Techron Concentrate Plus entitles the customer to one (1) raffle entry for a chance to win amazing prizes.

Mazda has found the fountain of youth with the current-generation CX-5. It’s hard to believe but the current generation of their compact SUV has been around for five years already. A minor update in 2019 (for the 2020 model year) did freshen things a bit, but given the competitiveness of this segment, it’s a surprise how its foundations have remained solid.

The next-generation Ford Ranger XLT, XLS, and XL, as well as the next-generation Ford Everest Limited and Trend are now available for online reservation on the Ford Philippines website.

Harley-Davidson announced the new Apex factory custom paint option for select Harley-Davidson Grand American Touring models. The new paint scheme made its debut at the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.

Geely PH Breaks Sales Record With 1,058 Units Sold Last July

Geely Philippines’ sales reached an all-time high in July registering 1,058 units sold, surpassing its previous highest monthly sales record of 1,036 units last March. Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the distributor of Geely vehicles, reported that its July sales represents a 32 percent growth over previous month sales of 804 units.

In August 1996, Mazda launched the Demio, a sub-compact passenger vehicle that’s become a recognizable part of the carmaker’s line-up. Known in the Philippines and other global markets as the Mazda2, its sales have exceeded 3.5 million units across four generations.

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is strengthening its loan offerings as it marks its 171st year with a month-long promo that that will waive up to P 171,000 in loan fees for both auto and housing loans, as well as insurance from its non-life insurance arm, BPI MS Insurance Corp.

Mercedes-Benz Philippines brings in the all-new C-Class sedan. A response to an increasingly digital and efficient world, the premium compact sedan is aiming to be the benchmark of comfort, control, and connectivity.

Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator owners will now have the option of getting a cleaner view of the trail or road thanks to these new wiper blades from Jeep Performance Parts (JPP).

Kia Philippines's 42nd Dealership Is In Kawit, Cavite

In a bid to further bring the Kia brand closer to its loyal customers, the Kia Kawit dealership recently opened its doors to the public last July 28. This is the 42nd Kia dealership in the Philippines and a keystone in the rapid nationwide expansion of the Kia brand. Kia Kawit is also the 5th dealership to sport Kia’s refreshed look, following in the footsteps of Kia Alabang in Muntinlupa, Kia Sto. Tomas in Batangas, Kia BGC (AC Motors Centrale) in Taguig, and Kia Ortigas in Cainta.

Chevy customers are definitely off to a great journey entering the second half of 2022 with all the exciting offers that Chevrolet Philippines has in store this quarter. Until September 30, customers can avail of these all-in low down payment or cash discount options for the Chevy Trailblazer, Tracker and Spark:

The all-new, fourth-generation Toyota Vios has finally made its global debut in Thailand. Known as the Yaris Ativ there, the latest Vios shifts to a brand-new platform, a sleeker style, and more technology.

This is America’s first electric pickup truck purpose-built for police duty: the 2023 F-150 Lightning Pro Special Service Vehicle or SSV.

The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP), together with the Manila Electric Company (MERALCO) and in partnership with the Department of Energy (DOE), and Nissan Philippines Inc., is hosting the 10th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) set on October 20 and 21, 2022 at the SMX Convention Center Manila.

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