A group of like-minded individuals drove their BYD Dolphin, the country’s most affordable EV from the bustling streets of Makati City to the Masungi Georeserve in Baras, Rizal to spread their “Earth Conscious” mentality.
September 1, 2022
BYD PH Spreads "Earth Conscious" Thinking With First-Ever Dolphin Fun Run
A group of like-minded individuals drove their BYD Dolphin, the country’s most affordable EV from the bustling streets of Makati City to the Masungi Georeserve in Baras, Rizal to spread their “Earth Conscious” mentality.
August 31, 2022
Over 5 Million Sold: Subaru EyeSight Reaches Global Sales Milestone
Subaru announced that cumulative global sales of its vehicles equipped with the EyeSight driver assist system just surpassed five million units last June. The milestone was accomplished after 14 years and one month since the system was first introduced in Japan in May 2008.
Nissan Philippines Is Launching The Livina MPV On September 6
Update: Check out the specs, variants, and prices here. And our full review, here (9/7).
Some three years after its global debut in 2019, Nissan Philippines has finally confirmed that it’s bringing in the Livina MPV. Mark your calendars because it’s happening on September 6—a week before its public debut at the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS).
Suzuki To Build EVs In India
In celebration of Suzuki’s 40th year of doing business in India, the carmaker, through its automobile production subsidiary, Suzuki Motor Gujarat Private Limited, has announced plans to build battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in the subcontinent.
Toyota Motor PH Bumps Up Specs, Prices Of Hilux For 2023
Toyota Motor Philippines has quietly updated its Hilux for the 2023 model year bringing with it additional spec and tech.
August 30, 2022
Is Suzuki Philippines Launching The Ertiga Hybrid At PIMS?
Is Suzuki Auto Philippines about the launch the new Ertiga Hybrid? That seems to be the case based on a statement made by Norihide Takei, General Manager for Suzuki Automobile Philippines at the press con announcing the 8th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS).
CAMPI President: No Excise Tax For Pickup Trucks (For Now)
At the press conference for the 8th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), CAMPI president Atty. Rommel Gutierrez had a definitive answer in connection to the government’s plan to levy excise taxes on pickup trucks, and buyers can breathe a sigh of relief (somewhat).
The Philippine International Motor Show Returns This September 15-18, 2022
It’s all systems go as the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) is once again holding the Philippine International Motor Show or PIMS. Returning after a four-year hiatus, PIMS 2022 brings together the country’s biggest auto manufacturers and distributors in a venue to showcase their latest vehicles and cutting-edge technologies.
Owners Say Hyundai Leads In In-Car Tech
Hyundai leads all other carmakers when it comes to in-car tech. This is based on the latest 2022 J.D. Power Tech Experience Index (TXI) Study. Hyundai is the leading mass market brand and fourth overall, while luxury brand, Genesis is ranked highest overall.
August 29, 2022
MSCC Miata Spec Series Reaches Halfway Point
The weather at the Clark International Speedway held as 16 race-prepped Mazda MX-5 roadsters raced to the finish line for Round 2 of the Manila Sports Car Club (MSCC) Miata Spec Series.
Upcoming Chinese Brand, Haval, Commits To Electrified Line-Up By 2030
Haval, a long-reported Chinese brand that’s poised to enter the Philippine market has just said that they will be stopping the sale of vehicles powered solely by internal combustion engines by 2030. The move echoes fellow Chinese carmaker, BYD, which has stopped producing purely internal combustion engine-vehicles this year as it focuses on electrification moving forward.
Should You Have A Special License To Drive A Supercar?
Lawmakers in the state of South Australia is looking to introduce stricter requirements and training for car owners who plan to own supercars.
Honda Launches Dog Accessory Pack
What started out as an April Fools’ prank, is now a serious product line for Honda. Launched in time for International Dog Day, the Japanese carmaker now has a selection of accessories to make your car safer for your four-legged friend.
Review: 2023 Mazda MX-5 RF
One year. That’s how long the owner waited for his Snowflake White Mazda MX-5 RF. The on-going global chip shortage and supply chain disruptions meant he pretty much went through the five stages of grief—denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. He was, admittedly, close to throwing in the towel until he got a call that his roadster had arrived.
August 28, 2022
SMC Complete Tullahan River Clean-Up, Focus Shifts To Pasig River
San Miguel Corporation has officially completed its P1-billion Tullahan River cleanup project, which it started in 2020 together with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in support of government’s flood mitigation efforts and the rehabilitation of the Manila Bay.
Netflix's Seoul Vibe Features Retro Hyundai Models
Hyundai Motor Company has teamed up with Netflix on the new car chase movie Seoul Vibe by supplying the film with various retro models from the 1980s. The film is now out on Netflix.
August 26, 2022
Audi To Join Formula 1 From 2026
All the rumors are true. Audi will enter Formula 1 as an engine supplier from 2026. The German automaker announced that the F1 project will be based at Audi Sport’s facility in Neuburg near Ingolstadt. This is the first time in more than a decade that a Formula 1 power train will be built in Germany.
Toyota PH Is Batangas Port's Second Largest Importer
Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) was recently recognized as the second top importer by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) – Port of Batangas (POB) for the period January to July 2022.
29.66 km/L In A Compact Crossover? Possible With The All-New Honda HR-V
Honda continues its hot streak of providing Filipino motorists with fuel-efficient vehicles with the all-new Civic and all-new HR-V. As a refresher, last year, the City sedan and hatchback were found to have superior fuel economy figures compared to their predecessors.
August 25, 2022
10 Reasons Why The Hyundai HD45 GT And HD78GT Could Be A Worthwhile Investment
Moving a business requires durable and quality transport if you want to secure your bottom line from incurring unnecessary expenses, like untimely downtime that usually leads to unwanted vehicle repairs.
Second Leg Of Toyota Gazoo Racing Vios Cup Brought Out The Racers, And The All-New GR86
Toyota Motor Philippines brought back racers and fans to the Clark International Speedway for the second leg of the 2022 Toyota Gazoo Racing Vios Cup.
An Australian Bank Decided To Stop Giving Loans For Gas-, Diesel-Powered Vehicles By 2025
One bank in Australia is grabbing the attention of news outlets for our peculiar reason: they will stop offering car loans for new internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles starting 2025.
Hino Gets Kicked Out Of Japanese Commercial Vehicle Group
In light of the emissions scandal rocking Hino Motors, the Japanese truck maker has just been expelled from a technology consortium it helped founded a little over a year ago.
China Shuts Down Some EV Chargers As They Face An Energy Crisis
China’s power crisis is beginning to affect electric car owners with automakers including Tesla having to suspend the operation of some of its charging facilities. This scenario could foreshadow possible issues a country could face if they adopt EVs quickly, but don’t think about beefing up their electrical grid and/or power supply.
Honda Now Looking Outside China For Parts Supply
Similar to Mazda, Honda is the next Japanese car manufacturer looking to building a supply chain base that would reduce their dependency on China.
August 24, 2022
House Committee Approves To Impose Excise Tax On Pickup Trucks
Eyeing to buy a pickup truck? Better do that soon because they’re about to get more expensive. As if buyers have to contend with an unfavorable exchange rate and lack of supply due to the global parts shortage, the House committee on ways and means just approved a measure which would impose excise tax on pickup trucks.
Bajaj Three-Wheelers Could Be Hidden Champs Of The Tourism Industry
Winds flow over your shoulders during morning strolls on the highway, your feet against the grains of sand on the seaside, or maybe discovering the story behind the walls of Intramuros. There’s no limit on what you can do as a tourist. But with Bajaj three-wheelers, you can experience a next-level sakay at byahe around your favorite destinations.
Dodge Thinks Its EV Can Still Look Like A Muscle Car
The shift towards fully electrified vehicles has some die-hard petrol heads worried. This is especially true when they’re used to the ruckus of a big, honking V8 like the one found in the Dodge Challenger. But with Dodge’s confirmation that the next-generation Challenger is going fully electric, what does this all mean for the once old-school muscle car?
Honda Civic Type R: 25 Years Of Re-Writing The Hot Hatch Rulebook
Honda’s iconic Civic isn’t just celebrating its 50th year of continuous production, but it’s also celebrating 25 years of its high-performance, race-derived variant—the Civic Type R. In the more than two decades that followed, it re-wrote the rulebook on what a hot hatch should be. Despite being born as the more attainable Type R, it gradually embodied the Type R philosophy to the maximum thanks to its engineering and dynamics.
J&T Express Signs National Fleet Program With Isuzu PH, Gencars
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), J&T Express Inc., and Gencars, Inc. (Isuzu Makati) reinforced their partnership agreement and national fleet program through a contract signing ceremony last week. On top of more than 400 units of Isuzu trucks, J&T Express has purchased hundreds of NQR & FVR trucks from Isuzu Makati, one of IPC’s most established authorized dealers, as new additions to their growing fleet of vehicles.
August 23, 2022
Hino To Suspend Dutro Sales Due To Falsified Emissions
Toyota-owned Hino Motors said it will suspend all shipments of small trucks after confirming that a widespread data falsification scandal included those models.
911 Sally Special Sets Record For Most Expensive New Porsche Sold At Auction
The one-of-one Porsche 911 Sally Special sold at the RM Sotheby’s Monterey Auction for a record USD 3.6 million (P 202.3 million) with the final winning offer coming from a telephone bidder. This set a record for a new Porsche sold at auction, according to the auction house.
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