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August 4, 2023

Experience, Test Drive Toyota And Lexus Electrified Models At BGC This Weekend

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is commemorating its 35th anniversary with a series of events starting with a full line-up Electrified Vehicle experience at the Bonifacio Global City this weekend.

Second Mazda Fan Festa 2023 Scheduled in November

In case you can’t make it to the Mazda Fan Festa at the Fuji Speedway in September, you have another chance in November. Only this time, it’ll be at the Okayama International Circuit.

Toyota has updated its mid-sized 7-seater SUV, the Fortuner, for 2024. Just released in Thailand, it adds (depending on the variant) more power, tech, and safety features.

For the first six months of 2023, Lamborghini has once again posted record results in terms of sales, mainly thanks to the commercial success of the Urus and Huracán families pending the market debut of the Revuelto (lead photo).

Subaru’s FA24DIT is already a race-proven engine by finishing the grueling Nürburgring 24 Hours endurance race this year. However, that isn’t enough to convince its US-based rally team which is sticking to a custom-built 2.0-liter flat-4 for 2023.

The Porsche 911 is celebrating its 60th birthday by going on a diet and as a result, here comes the limited-edition Porsche 911 S/T. The 1,963-unit run is built for maximum on-road driving enjoyment by combining the high-revving 525-horsepower 911 GT3 RS engine with a manual gearbox and an extensive weight reduction program.

Audi Philippines introduces the flagship of the brand’s SUVs and crossovers — the 100 percent electric Q8 e-tron models. The launch of the latest models is in line with Audi’s global electrification strategy.

Inchcape Philippines Formally Takes Over CATS Operations

It’s official: Inchcape Plc has now officially entered the Philippine market with the formalization of its joint-venture with the CATS Group of Companies. The deal includes the acquisition by Inchcape of a controlling 60 percent stake, while the remaining 40 percent remains with CATS founding Ang family.

Not only did Toyota show off an all-new Land Cruiser 250 (stylized LandCruiser, or if you prefer its common name, the Land Cruiser Prado), but they also updated the Land Cruiser 70 Series.

After five years of dedicated efforts and a steady focus building the Alfa Romeo and Abarth brands in the Philippines, Petromax Enterprise opens its brand-new showroom in Bagumbayan in Quezon City along Libis C5.

As Jaguar moves towards the near-silent running of its all-electric modern luxury future from 2025, it has decided to preserve the iconic roar of the Jaguar F-Type V8 for posterity’s sake.

The Omoda 5 has achieved a significant milestone: it has managed to sell over 70,000 units for the first half of 2023.

Toyota debuts the new 2024 Land Cruiser. Codenamed J250, it rides on the TNGA-F platform shared with its bigger brother, the Land Cruiser 300 and the Lexus GX. It starts retail sales in select markets by November this year.

2024 Geely GX3 Pro Priced Starting At P778K

After a lengthy preview that started at the Manila International Auto Show last April, Geely Philippines is ready to launch its sub-compact SUV: the GX3 Pro on August 8.

Under its new bosses, Inchcape, Mercedes-Benz plans to play catch up in the premium battery electric vehicle (BEV) space in the Philippines. Teased through their social media page is a shadowy vehicle with the copy, “Get ready for the new era of sustainable luxury.” Check out the post below.

The Philippines is still waiting for the all-new Nissan Z to arrive, but elsewhere, the full-bodied version—the Nissan Z Nismo has been unveiled. Building on the capacities of Nissan’s rear-wheel drive sportscar, the Nissan Z Nismo packs additional power, tuned suspension, and revised aero.

Last month, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), maker of the country’s number one truck brand, turned over 16 units of the Traviz Rescue Vehicle to the 2nd District of Oriental Mindoro.

Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai commercial vehicles, claims a double milestone with the addition of the Hyundai HD50S GT Modern PUV Class 4 to its model lineup.

Just a month after Mazda and Panasonic entered discussion for EV batteries, Subaru has now done the same.

Filipino seafarers will now have an easier, more convenient way to purchase a new Mitsubishi vehicle thanks to a partnership between the Japanese carmaker and MarCoPay, a financial platform that is part of the NYK Group.

Mitsubishi eK X EV To Make ASEAN Appearance This August

How’s this for a big (small) surprise? Mitsubishi is bringing the 2022-2023 Japan Car of the Year outside its home country for the first time. To be shown alongside its new B-segment SUV, the Mitsubishi ek X EV will share the limelight as a show car.

Less than two weeks before its official global debut at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation pulled the covers off its all-new compact crossover.

The leading mobility company in the country, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has turned over two units of its 29-seater mini bus, the Toyota Coaster, to the Gilas Pilipinas national basketball team.

Aston Martin has appointed Geely CEO Daniel Li to its board. The Chinese automaker is its third largest shareholder.

It was a thrilling season opener to the SeaOil Radical Challenge Philippines when the series kicked off its first leg of 2023 last 21st to 23rd of July at the Clark International Speedway (CIS). Standout drivers were Joaquin Garrido and Jason Choachuy who bagged a race win each, while reigning 2022 champion Iñigo Anton was flying on track with his superb qualifying performance.

Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) together with MNV Auto Group, Inc., inaugurated its newest outlet in Iloilo City. Situated along C1 Road, Pakiad, Oton, Iloilo City, this is the second dedicated Fuso dealership in the Visayas region.

Lexus is bringing a curated selection of lifestyle activities and test drives to the heart of Bonifacio Global City (BGC) this August 4 to 6.

Ford and Jiangling Motors (JMC) has signed an agreement that further expands the export of Ford-branded vehicles produced by JMC. This announcement follows a move by the American carmaker to produce more pickup trucks in China.

"There's More to Our Cars" Is Chery Auto Philippines New Way Of Thinking

The appointment of a new managing director and the introduction of the Tiggo 5x Pro Hybrid and 7 Pro Hybrid heralds a new chapter for burgeoning automotive brand, Chery Auto Philippines.

Whenever a carmaker comes up with a new nameplate, it comes with the expectation that the overall experience would be new and transformative. Yet when Subaru decided to axe the “XV” name in favor of “Crosstrek,” the resulting crossover feels like it took two steps forward and two steps back. It continues the Subaru XV’s careful, and at times, painfully slow evolution. To be fair, the crossover formerly known as the XV, is hard to beat. Among its competitors—the beautiful Mazda CX-30 among them—the Crosstrek is the one we’d take in a heartbeat. It’s a bit boring, sure, but it’s just so well-attuned to our road conditions be it in design, packaging, and safety.

Akio "Morizo" Toyoda Is Coming To The Philippines In August

Akio Toyoda is coming to the Philippines. This was seemingly confirmed in a Facebook post on Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippines (check the post in question below).

The Ford Ranger Raptor better watch out: Toyota has just significantly upgraded its flagship Hilux GR Sport pickup truck. After previewing it early this year, it is ready to hit global markets (rumored to include the Philippines by year-end).

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