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March 23, 2023

This Autech Variant Adds Some Sporty Style To The 2023 Nissan Kicks e-Power

Nissan quietly updated the Kicks e-Power for the region starting with Thailand. The electrified compact crossover gets new features in Thailand, and in turn, those should trickle in to the Philippines after a few months.

Mini Philippines continues to strengthen its presence in the country with the opening of Mini Cebu, the sole Mini dealership in Central Visayas. Operated by AutoStudio Philippines Corporation (AutoStudio), the facility offers a full suite of services such as new car displays, three aftersales service bays, and retailing of vehicle and lifestyle accessories.

After nine years in the market, the sixth-generation Camaro will retire at the conclusion of the 2024 model year. This was confirmed by Chevrolet, which said the final units will come off the Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant in Michigan in January next year.

SMC's Nasugbu-Bauan Expressway (NBEX) To Unlock Economic Potential Of Batangas

San Miguel Corporation (SMC) is undertaking the P 44.77-billion Nasugbu-Bauan Expressway (NBEX) project that will provide a faster connection between the eastern and western portions of Batangas province.

The Hyundai Motor Group has developed an automatic charging robot (ACR) that removes the guesswork when it comes to topping up its electric vehicles.

Ford Philippines is expanding its dealership footprint with the groundbreaking of a new service facility in Mandaue City, Cebu.

Nissan announces an important appointment to its senior leadership in ASEAN as it continues to transform its business in the region in accordance with its long-term vision, Nissan Ambition 2030.

After teasing it as a sketch last month, Hyundai has finally unveiled the all-new Accent (Verna) in its global launch market of India.

Ford is once again reinventing its Explorer SUV by removing its third-row seating and fitting it with an all-electric powertrain.

The P 3.788M EV6 GT-Line Is Kia Philippines And Ayala Corporation's First Step Towards Sustainable Motoring (w/ Specs)

Previewed at the Philippine International Motor Show last September, and after that, through a series of educational campaigns leading up to a first drive last February, Kia Motor Philippines has finally launched their much-awaited all-electric SUV: the 2023 Kia EV6.

Jetour Auto Philippines, Inc. (JAPI), the newest automotive brand set to enter the local market is bullish during its first year of operations.

Mitsubishi Motors is previewing the all-new Strada (aka Triton or L200 in overseas markets) with the display of the XRT Concept.

At the same time Ford brought in the 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel engine as a more affordable option for its top-of-the-line pickup truck, the Ranger Raptor, they’ve gone the opposite way with their Everest 7-seater SUV and the ASEAN launch of the Everest Wildtrak.

After revealing the boxy, brutalist look of the EV9 three-row SUV, Kia’s not stopping there. The Korean automaker pulled the wraps off the Concept EV5—their next all-electric offering that’ll head to production later this year.

Pickup truck fans worried about the demise of the diesel-powered Ranger Raptor will take this next piece of news to be all good: the bi-turbo diesel’s back for 2023.

Ford is bridging the market gap between its Ranger Wildtrak and Ranger Raptor variants with the regional debut of the Ranger Stormtrak in ASEAN.

All-New 2024 Honda CR-V Makes ASEAN Debut

The all-new sixth-generation Honda CR-V has made its ASEAN debut in Thailand and true to previous reports, it drops its current engine line-up for an entirely new one.

Great Wall Motor (GWM) under its Philippine distributor, Luxuriant Automotive Group, Inc. (LAGI) got our attention when they decided to go against the Chinese brand grain by offering two hybrid electric vehicles from the get-go. Now, they’ve confirmed that aside from offering New Energy Vehicles or NEVs to the local market, they’ll be packing them with world-class safety technology as well.

Could Stricter Emissions In China Lead To Cheap Chinese Vehicles In The Philippines?

Is a looming emissions shift in China the reason for the proliferation of mainland Chinese brands in the Philippines? That could very well be the case.

In response to growing demand and significant interest, Suzuki Philippines, Inc (SPH) has extended its Triple Thrill Deals promo for another month.

Summer is just around the corner – you know what that means? It’s the perfect time to start planning for your next getaway with the family. This March, Toyota Motor Philippines is offering payment options and perks that are sure to bring in the fun to your next family road trip.

New vehicle sales rose by 27.2 percent year-on-year in February as the auto industry hopes it can exceed pre-pandemic sales levels this 2023.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) continues its efforts to educate college students on the subject of road safety, particularly when it comes to its Honda Sensing system.

Chery Auto Philippines adds a new top-of-the-line variant of its best-selling Tiggo 8 Pro. Imbued with a strong, yet fuel efficient electrified powertrain and a host of advanced technology features, the 2023 Tiggo 8 Pro e+ now serves as the brand’s flagship offering.

Review: 2023 Hyundai Stargazer 1.5 GLS Premium IVT

The compact MPV segment is probably going to be the most hotly contested segment from now on. With sub-compact or B-segment cars, as they’re officially known, becoming more expensive, these small 7-seaters have become the default choice for many as their starter family car. True enough, look around you and chances are, you’ll see at least one (or maybe five) parked at your local village, school, or workplace.

BMW Philippines Launches All-New 2023 X1 For P 3.890M

The latest version of BMW’s entry-level Sport Activity Vehicle, the third-generation X1 has arrived in the Philippines. The country’s exclusive BMW distributor, SMC Asia Car Distributors Corporation brings in the all-new X1 (model code U11) with a heightened sense of style, spaciousness, and digitalization.

More than 10 years ago, Peugeot introduced the i-Cockpit—a quirky interior design meant to revolutionize something the French automaker considers the least evolved in the history of the car: the driving position.

The Lego Group and the Defender are celebrating 75 years of Land Rover with a build-your-own-adventure: the new Lego Icons Classic Land Rover Defender 90. The 2,336-piece set is complete with all the accessories for an off-road expedition.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation updates the mu-X giving it more premium styling and features for 2023.

BMW thinks the future of car instrumentation would look something like their BMW Panoramic Vision concept.

Toyota learned first hand the dangers of using hydrogen as a fuel when its endurance race car—the #32 ORC Rookie GR Corolla H2 Concept burned down during a private test run.

GWM Philippines To Launch With Two HEV Models: The 2023 Haval Jolion And Haval H6

In preparation for its official Philippine market launch in April, Great Wall Motor (GWM), under its new Philippine distributor, Luxuriant Automotive Group, Inc. (LAGI) previewed their opening salvo of four models: the Jolion, Jolion HEV, H6 HEV, and the GWM Cannon. The first three models are all crossovers underpinned by GWM’s Intelligent Modular Architecture, while the last is a body-on-frame mid-sized pickup truck.

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