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January 12, 2017

Nissan Philippines Offers More Style with Juke N-Style

If you think the Nissan Juke isn’t a stand out enough in terms of styling, then you should consider the new Juke N-Style. Limited to just 500 units, the Juke N-Style offers aesthetic enhancements to make Nissan’s subcompact crossover look even more impressive.

Most, if not all Japanese carmakers have an in-house tuning division that gives their vehicles a little bit of something extra be it through looks or performance. In the case of Subaru, it’s Subaru Technica International or STI. And though the 2017 Impreza, known by its model codename ‘GK’, is fresh off the boat for its ASEAN debut in Singapore, tucked at the side of distributor Motor Image’s booth are two units decked out in yummy STI parts.

This is the 2017 Impreza, an important vehicle for Subaru because it lays the foundation for their future. Part of their “Prominence 2020” vision, it’s the cornerstone by which the brand aims to enhance their design and technologies to reach a broader audience. With its regional introduction here in Singapore, we also did a First Drive. For those who want more details, here is as a dossier. Here are 11 things you should know about the 2017 Subaru Impreza.

Suzuki Philippines (SPH) posted a record-breaking 37 percent year-on-year (YoY) growth as they wrapped up a fruitful year marked by product launches, dealership inaugurations, and events which have brought the products closet to Filipino consumers.

2017 NAIAS: The 2018 Lexus LS has Come a Long Way (w/ 14 Photos)

Since the Lexus brand launched 28 years ago, it has managed to ruffle the feather of the German premium brands with its comfort, smoothness, build quality, and dependability. And now, at the 2017 North American International Auto Show, Lexus is writing a new chapter of that legacy with the launch of the all-new LS flagship sedan.

If there’s one constant criticism leveled against the Toyota Camry is that it’s the automotive equivalent of vanilla ice cream. Though it’s been stylistically been more aggressive in the past few generations, try as Toyota has, it’s still too dull behind the wheel. Well, that’s all about to change as the Camry migrates over to the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) which is poised to inject some driving fun into Toyota’s executive sedan.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. proudly announces a record breaking sales performance in 2016 with a total of 23,199 vehicle sales or 20 percent growth, compared to the same period in 2015 with 19,315 vehicles sold. The December 2016 sales also set a highest monthly record of 2,805 units. The reported sales increase is attributed to the brand’s main contributors, particularly the introduction of the All-New BR-V, the All-New Civic and the New City.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is starting the year on an optimistic note as the company posted record sales milestones in 2016.

Twelve years after Ford teased the return of the Bronco (some of the accompany photos in this story is a design concept done way back in 2004), they have finally confirmed the rumors: it’s coming back to American showrooms in 2020. In the same breath, they’ve also announced the return of their mid-sized pickup truck on American soil: the Ranger. That one is arriving stateside in 2019. While it’s hard to fully understand why Americans are having their panties in a twist over the Bronco and Ranger, what’s more important is what this means for the global Ranger and Everest.

The diesel engine has been embroiled in a lot of controversy lately. With several carmakers caught cheating on emissions, could the love affair with this frugal oil burner be over? Is the future finally all about fancy gasoline hybrids or complicated electric vehicles? Though stringent emissions have yet to be implemented in the Philippines (the country is still at Euro 4 while others are moving towards Euro 6), one carmaker has spearheaded the move for a truly clean diesel; one that doesn’t require a cheat device to meet the most demanding emissions standard in the world: Mazda.

2017 NAIAS: 2018 Chevrolet Traverse is Roomier, More Premium

Chevrolet used the North American International Auto Show to take the wraps off its 7-seater mid-sized crossover, the Traverse. Boasting a more refined styling, the 2018 Traverse delivers the best-in-class third-row legroom, maximum cargo room, and passenger volume together with an enhanced set of safety features. Could this be better than the Ford Explorer this time around?

Start the new year with a new ride and new adventures as Chevrolet Philippines, offers exciting deals and free air travel certificate through its Happy Chevy New Year Promo. The promo offers all-in low down payment on select Chevrolet models:

After a highly competitive season, Lexus Team SARD clinches the 2016 Japan Super GT title with the help of Motul oils and lubricants.

There a slight air of disappointment when Kia unveiled the production version of the Stinger. It’s certainly not the same lightweight, no frills sports car concept that took the world by surprise at the 2014 North American International Auto Show. In the span of three years it has grown two more doors to become Kia’s sports sedan. Yes, the Stinger is a sports sedan. Still, it manages to fulfill the GT Concept’s premise which was to build the sportiest Kia ever.

Volkswagen is playing the crossover game correctly right now by offering a larger version of its Tiguan SUV. And get this: it comes with an optional third-row. Previewed at the North American International Auto Show, the long wheelbase Tiguan, formally known as the Tiguan Allspace in Europe or simply Tiguan for the US, could this be the start of a Volkswagen renaissance.

Having a Hard Time Customizing Your Ford GT? No Problem

You want to know how the 0.1 percent shop for their new Ford GT? Well, wonder no more as Ford Performance is offering a glimpse of that with this unique order kit.

Ford Motor Company and Toyota Motor Company are forming SmartDeviceLink Consortium, a nonprofit organization working to manage an open source software platform with the goal of giving consumers more choice in how they connect and control their smartphone apps on the road.

2018 Subaru WRX and WRX STI: Same Engine, Better Handling (w/ 18 Photos)

First, the bad news: you’re not getting a brand-new engine or transmission for your 2018 Subaru WRX or WRX STI. Now that’s done, here’s the good news: they’ve been substantially upgraded making it corner and ride better. Subaru says they’ve also made them more premium too.

BAIC Philippines is now making available the country’s first and only Euro-4 emissions compliant one-truck truck, the BAIC H5 Bayanihan. Arriving with three optional body styles, the cab & chassis H5 Bayanihan is certainly a formidable mini-truck that out powers and out performs the competition.

Carmakers keep new model launch schedules close to their chest so it’s hard to come up with an accurate prediction on the new stuff coming to showroom floors. Coming from a strong year, the automotive industry looks to continue that upward trend in 2017, the new excise tax be damned. With new or revamped vehicles, would-be buyers are sure to be busy. Peering into the crystal ball, here are 8 cars that’ll arrive within the next 365 days.

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January 12, 2017

Nissan Philippines Offers More Style with Juke N-Style

There's a 2017 Subaru Impreza tS and We Took a Closer Look

11 Things You Should Know About the 2017 Subaru Impreza (w/ 21 Photos)

Suzuki Philippines Auto Sales Grow 37 Percent in 2016

January 10, 2017

2017 NAIAS: The 2018 Lexus LS has Come a Long Way (w/ 14 Photos)

2017 NAIAS: 2018 Toyota Camry Promises More Excitement (w/ 11 Photos)

Honda Cars Philippines Sets Record Sales; BR-V Sold More Than 700 Units in a Month

Isuzu Philippines Posts Highest Monthly, Annual Sales Performance in 2016

Ford Announces US-Bound Ranger, Bronco; What Does This Mean for Our Ranger and Everest?

Review: 2017 Mazda CX-5 AWD 2.2 Skyactiv-D

January 9, 2017

2017 NAIAS: 2018 Chevrolet Traverse is Roomier, More Premium

Drive Home a Chevrolet This New Year for as Low as P 38K All-In

Team Lexus SARD Wins 2016 Super GT Championship with Help from Motul

2017 NAIAS: Kia Stinger Makes Korean Cars Look Sexy Cool

NAIAS 2017: The Volkswagen Tiguan Grows Up, Sprouts Third Row

January 7, 2017

Having a Hard Time Customizing Your Ford GT? No Problem

Ford and Toyota Establish SmartDeviceLink Consortium

January 6, 2017

2018 Subaru WRX and WRX STI: Same Engine, Better Handling (w/ 18 Photos)

BAIC H5 Bayanihan Mini Truck is Now Available

8 Cars to Watch Out For in 2017