After confirming it for a 2024 release date, Toyota is starting to put the Hilux’s hybrid system to the test by having it run through a rally demonstration course at the seventh round of the World Rally Championship in Kenya.
June 29, 2023
Toyota Puts Hilux Hybrid Powertrain Through A Rally Test
After confirming it for a 2024 release date, Toyota is starting to put the Hilux’s hybrid system to the test by having it run through a rally demonstration course at the seventh round of the World Rally Championship in Kenya.
June 28, 2023
BMW Turns Compact X1 Into A 300-Horsepower Rocket With M35i xDrive Variant
The smallest member of the BMW SUV family, the X1, gets an injection of added power and dynamism in the form of the X1 M35i xDrive.
Honda Cars PH Extends BR-V Test Drive Promo
Honda Cars Philippines Inc. (HCPI) extends its special test drive campaign for the BR-V, with additional rewards to those who will purchase Honda’s best-selling seven-seater.
June 27, 2023
Toyota Confirms Hilux Hybrid Coming In 2024
Toyota has confirmed that the Hilux pickup truck will sport a turbocharged diesel hybrid powertrain. It is due to arrive in the first half of 2024 for global markets, including Australia where the announcement was made.
SeaOil Renews Support For Radical Challenge PH 2023 Season
Radical Cars Philippines announces the return of the country's fastest race series for its second season. Along with official fuel partner SeaOil Philippines, the 2023 SeaOil Radical Challenge Philippines is set to kick-off its season this July.
Chery Auto PH Prices Tiggo 7 Pro Hybrid At P 1.350M
After previewing it at the Manila International Auto Show last April, Chery Auto Philippines is finally ready to release the hybrid version of its Tiggo 7 Pro compact SUV.
Jetour Auto PH Sends Aftersales Management Team To China For Training
Jetour Auto Philippines, Inc. (JAPI), the exclusive distributor of Jetour vehicles and services in the country, focuses on ensuring a fulfilling aftersales experience for its customers.
Lalamove Recognizes Toyota Lite Ace As Transport Partner
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has partnered with logistics provider Lalamove through its auto brand, Lalamove Automotive, with the introduction of the commercial vehicle Toyota Lite Ace as a transport partner.
June 26, 2023
Confirmed: BMW Is Working On An All-New M5 Touring (And It's Electrified)
BMW has confirmed that aside from the high-performance M5 sedan, they are also working on adding a wagon variant, the M5 Touring, to the model range as well.
Lucid Motors To Supply Aston Martin With EV Motors, Batteries
Aston Martin has announced a new supply agreement with US-based Lucid Motors to help them build high-performance electric cars.
Ryan Reynolds Invests In Alpine F1 Team
Actor Ryan Reynolds, through his company, Maximum Effort Investments and Otro Capital and its partner, RedBird Capital Partners, is pouring a 200 million euros into the Alpine F1 team. This represents a 24 percent equity stake in the Formula One team.
Industry Veteran Reggie See Joins Geely Philippines
Industry veteran Reggie See joins Sojitz G Auto Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Geely in the country, as its new Vice-President for Vehicle Sales and Flagship Dealerships.
June 25, 2023
Review: 2023 Mazda BT-50 4x2 Black Edition
When it comes to the Mazda BT-50, all the attention is focused on the top-of-the-line 3.0 4x4; and rightfully so. Priced at P 1.790-million, it’s an often-overlooked choice in the pickup truck segment. Not only does it offer competitive specs vis-Ã -vis its price tag, it also comes with one of the country’s best ownership packages (a 5-year free service plan, in case you didn’t know). Go a step down, however, and things aren’t so shiny anymore.
The Hyundai HD 78 GT Truck Comes With Power Take-Off
Did you know that you can extend the versatility of the Hyundai HD 78 GT with the Power Take-off (PTO) feature?
Complex Tech Leads To More Problematic Cars
With more and more tech crammed into new vehicles, they’re increasingly becoming problematic in terms of quality. That is the findings of the 2023 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study or IQS.
Nissan LEAF To Provide Emergency Power In Albay
In response to the ongoing unrest at Mayon Volcano, Nissan Philippines, in collaboration with the Department of Energy (DOE), is stepping up to aid disaster relief efforts in Albay. The automotive company is lending out a Leaf EV unit with a Power Mover, a mobile EV energy converter, to provide emergency power to evacuation centers in the event of a power outage.
New Car Sales Surge 45 Percent In May As Toyota Motor PH Sales Breach 77K Mark
The joint report by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) reports that total vehicle sales for May 2023 reached 38,177 units—a 44.8 percent increase to the 26,370 units recorded in the same month in 2022.
Isuzu PH Highlights ADAS, 4x4 Capabilities Of New D-Max, mu-X
Suzuki Auto Opens In Ilocos Norte
Suzuki expands its presence in Northern Luzon with the opening of its new dealership in Ilocos Norte.
June 24, 2023
Hyundai Motor PH Prices Ioniq 6 At P 3.798M; Reservations Start June 26 (w/ Specs)
Hyundai Motor Philippines has revealed the price and specs of its second battery electric vehicle, the Ioniq 6.
Tough Mudders Can Get To Test Drive The Jeep Gladiator
Jeep Philippines will be roughing it up in the mud at Tough Mudder, a world-renowned Obstacle event, with a Jeep Gladiator Overland available for test drive, plus a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara on display. Catch these two iconic Jeep vehicles this coming June 24, 2023, at Sunchamp Agri-Tourism Park in Rosario, Batangas. It’s going to be better, bolder, and muddier than before, a challenging yet extremely rewarding experience.
June 23, 2023
Hyundai Mobility Experience Heads To SM Megamall; See Ioniq 6 Upclose
Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH), has put together an electrifying exhibit at the SM Megamall Fashion Hall (MFH) that will get Spidey Senses tingling. In commemoration of a global partnership with Sony Pictures for “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse”, a special Hyundai Mobility Experience set up can be enjoyed by fans of the franchise and mallgoers from June 23 to 25.
Business As Usual As SAIC Motor Philippines To Take Over MG Brand
After five years of handling the MG brand in the Philippines, the Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI) has confirmed that they will cease to be its distributor and marketer starting August 1.
CTEK CS Free Is The Safe Way To Jump-Start Your Car
If you find yourself with a flat or dead battery, you may be tempted to jump-start your car from another vehicle, using jump leads, or from a battery booster pack. But while this may get you going again, did you know that jump-starting can damage your vehicle’s sensitive electronics, leading to expensive repairs, as well as causing lasting damage to your battery?
After Finishing Work On Next-Gen Ranger, Everest, Ford Lays Off 20 Percent Of Australia R&D
After finishing development of the next-generation Ranger and Everest, Ford just laid off 400 jobs or 20 percent from its Australian vehicle development and design departments.
Women's World Car Of The Year Wants To Draw Attention To Role Of Women In Motorsports
Women’s World Car of the Year celebrates June 24th, International Women Drivers’ Day, by drawing attention to the role of women in motorsports. A survey led by Belgian analyst Candice Bouzendorff revealed that 17.9 percent of respondents don’t know any female motorsports drivers, while 28.5 percent approve of separate categories based on gender. The study also found that 29.6 percent of those interviewed don’t even know if women work in motorsports.
The Ugly-As-Sin 2024 Mazda2 Is Now In ASEAN
Revealed to the world in January, the ugly-as-sin Mazda2 facelift has found its way to ASEAN via Thailand. The second major update to the Mazda2 since its 2014 launch, it’s being made available with two distinct exterior styling trims to help owners “express their individuality.”
Toyota Brings Nostalgia As Trueno Returns On The GR 86 Sportscar
Toyota Gazoo Racing is tugging on a bit of nostalgia as they’ve unveiled a limited-edition GR 86 that celebrates the Sprinter Trueno.
Mazda's Rotary Engine Rolls Off Assembly Line Once More
Eleven years after Mazda discontinued the RX-8, the rotary engine is back into production. At the carmaker’s Ujina Plant No. 1, the MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV has started rolling off the assembly line destined for the European market. This will, no doubt, add to the cumulative 1.99 million rotary engine vehicles produced by Mazda thus far.
June 22, 2023
2024 Chevrolet Trax To Come In 3 Variants For PH Market
Chevrolet Philippines is bringing in another global crossover in the form of the all-new Trax. Teased previously through social media posts, its Philippine distributor, The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI) has just revealed more details.
First-Ever Subaru Crosstrek Launching On July 19; Prices Start At P 1.998M
After teasing it a few days ago on its official website, Motor Image Pilipinas has officially confirmed that the first-ever Subaru Crosstrek is launching in the Philippines on July 19.
Panasonic, Mazda Enter Discussions For Battery Supply Partnership
Panasonic and Mazda have jointly announced that they’ve agreed to enter into discussions on establishing a medium- to long-term partnership to meet demand for battery EVs and automotive batteries in a rapidly expanding market.
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