February 14, 2025
Mober Takes Delivery Of First Full-Electric Tractor Head In The Philippines
Mober, a frontrunner in green logistics services in the Philippines, has unveiled the country’s first 100 percent electric tractor head truck, marking a significant expansion of its electric vehicle (EV) fleet.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News
Nissan Releases Official Statement On Fate Of Terra, Navara Assembly Plant
Nissan has clarified statements coming from president and CEO Makoto Uchida during its investors briefing yesterday, particularly when it comes to its Thailand assembly operations.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan Corporate,
Nissan Navara,
Nissan Terra,
PHL Auto Industry
Lexus, Mazda Make The Most Dependable Vehicles
Lexus and Mazda make the most dependable vehicles after three years of ownership, together with Buick. The findings are part of the latest J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study.
Filed Under:
J.D. Power,
Lexus Corporate,
Mazda Corporate,
News
Lexus PH Is Offering Exclusive Ownership Privileges This February
This season, discerning individuals are invited to explore Lexus with exclusive ownership privileges available for a limited time.
Filed Under:
Lexus LBX,
Lexus LS,
Lexus NX,
Lexus UX,
Nissan Corporate
GAC Motor PH's February Deals Notches Up The Savings
GAC Motor Philippines is aiming to keep its sales momentum this 2025 as the brand surpassed the 3,000-unit annual sales mark last year. With that, the Chinese brand, distributed by Astara, is rolling out cash discounts and financing offers for its entire line-up.
Filed Under:
GAC Corporate,
GAC EMPOW,
GAC GS3,
GAC GS8,
GAC M6 Pro,
GAC M8,
News
Mazda To Produce New Hybrid B-Segment SUV In Thailand For ASEAN, Japan
Mazda isn’t ignoring the electrified vehicle wave hitting ASEAN. The carmaker announced plans to produce up to 100,000 electrified SUVs in Thailand annually, and to that end, is investing 5-billion Baht (USD 150 million) to make that happen.
Filed Under:
Mazda Corporate,
News
February 13, 2025
Breaking News: Nissan To Shut Down Thailand Plant
UPDATE: Nissan Philippines has released a statement on the matter (2/14).
After calling off their mega merger with Honda, Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida faced investors as he detailed drastic steps to keep the carmaker alive. Chief among them is the closure of three plants in the next two years including the carmaker’s manufacturing presence in Thailand.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan Corporate,
Nissan Navara,
Nissan Terra
Nissan, Honda Announce Breakup Just Before Valentine's Day
Both Nissan and Honda have a thing for drama. Just before Christmas, they announced plans to merge creating the world’s third largest carmaker. And now, just before Valentine’s, they’ve announced their breakup.
Filed Under:
Honda Corporate,
News,
Nissan Corporate
Lamborghini Is On The Right Track With Direzione Cor Tauri Strategy
Proof that Lamborghini’s on the right track with their Direzione Cor Tauri electrification strategy? Sales are up 6 percent year-on-year. With 10,687 vehicles delivered worldwide in 2024, it represents Lamborghini’s best-ever annual sales performance.
Kia To Expand Electrification Strategy As They Hint On EV4 Sedan, PV5 MPV
Kia is holding its second EV Day on February 27 and has confirmed its plans to show off production versions of the EV4 and PV5 as well as present the Concept EV2.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Kia Corporate,
Kia EV2,
Kia EV4,
Kia PV5
Catch The Honda e:HEV Hybrid Line-Up At These Metro Manila Malls
Honda Cars Philippines is parading its three-vehicle e:HEV line-up around select Metro Manila malls starting this February 14 to March 16, 2025.
Filed Under:
Events,
Honda Civic,
Honda CR-V,
Honda HR-V,
News
MG Iloilo Is First-Ever MG Dealer Of The Year
MG Iloilo nabbed the first-ever MG Motor Philippines Dealer of the Year Award. Operated by GrandCars, Inc., the performance of MG Iloilo as well as the rest of the MG dealer network was instrumental in the Chinese brand’s highest sales volume ever with over 9,000 units sold in 2024.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
MG Corporate,
News
Geely Motor PH Outlines Cheaper, Better, Faster Strategy
Geely is now operating as a subsidiary with direct ties to Geely Automotive International Corporation (GAIC). During its brand re-launch, the head of Geely Motor Philippines, Willy Wan outlined its strategy which can be summarized as: cheaper, better, faster.
Filed Under:
Geely Coolray,
Geely Corporate,
Geely Emgrand,
Geely GX3 Pro,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
February 12, 2025
Updated Geely Emgrand Drops In For P 949K
The Coolray isn’t the only internal combustion engine model that received updates for 2025. Under Geely Motor Philippines, a newly formed subsidiary that reports directly to Geely in China, the Emgrand sub-compact sedan gets a slew of updates as well.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Geely Emgrand,
News,
Sub-Compact
Geely PH Goes All-Electric With 2025 EX5 Compact SUV
Geely Motor Philippines is now in business. Switching from a distributor to subsidiary arrangement, the carmaker has formally introduced its new product offerings, representing its present and its future. Apart from the updated Coolray (which they announced in October) and Emgrand, Geely showed off the EX5 full-electric compact SUV.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact SUV,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Geely EX5
Mercedes-Benz PH Offering As Much As P 700K Off Its EQ Line-Up This Weekend
Mercedes-Benz, under Inchcape Philippines, has special offers for their all-electric EQ series this February 14 to 16, 2025.
Mazda Fan Festa 2025 Schedules Announced
Mazda has released the schedule of all legs of its Fan Festa 2025 which will be held in Tohoku, Fuji Speedway, and Okayama in Japan.
Filed Under:
Events,
Mazda Corporate,
News
February 11, 2025
Ford China President To Head International Markets Group Including Philippines
Former Ford Philippines managing director and current head of the International Markets Group, Kay Hart, will have a new role within the Ford Motor Company.
Filed Under:
Ford Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Volvo EX30 Cross Country Is Designed For Exploration
Volvo’s smallest and most sustainable car, the EX30, receives the Cross Country treatment. The EX30 Cross Country takes the successful recipe of the EX30 and adds rugged ingredients making it perfect for people who want to explore beyond the urban confines.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Luxury SUV,
News,
Volvo EX30
February 10, 2025
MINI Pop-Up Store Opens In Alabang Town Center
Mini has opened a pop-up store at the Alabang Town Center until January 5, 2026. Mallgoers will have the chance to explore the brand’s latest models at the Corte de las Palmas, Alabang Town Center from 11 AM to 9 PM daily.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Events,
MINI Corporate,
News
The 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness Has More Ground Clearance Than A Ford Ranger Wildtrak
Who says you need a ladder on frame SUV or pickup truck to hit the trails? Meet the 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness—a compact SUV with enough off-road chops to make some 4x4s blush.
Filed Under:
Chicago Auto Show,
Compact SUV,
News,
Subaru Forester
Honda Cars PH Now Offering Free PMS As Part Of February Offers
Honda Cars Philippines is offering various ownership options this February. Aside from the usual low all-in down payments, low monthly amortization, and cash discounts, the carmaker is giving one year’s worth of preventive maintenance services for free.
Filed Under:
Honda BR-V,
Honda Brio,
Honda City,
Honda Corporate,
News
February 9, 2025
Review: 2025 BMW X5 xDrive50e M Sport
The X5 burst into the scene at the turn of the century and was the first SUV that emphasized “Sport” over “Utility”, so much so that BMW coined the term, “Sport Activity Vehicle.” Over the 26 years and four generations that followed, the X5 continued to be the gold standard and whatever it did, rivals like the Audi Q7, Lexus RX, and whatever dreadful thing Mercedes-Benz comes up with these days, followed. Hard to believe this current-generation—the G05—was launched way back in 2018, because as far as we’re concerned it’s still a darn good drive.
Filed Under:
BMW X5,
Driver's Seat,
Luxury SUV
Mitsubishi Pledges P 7-Billion Investment To Produce A New Model In The Philippines
Despite challenges elsewhere, Mitsubishi Motors says they remain committed to the Philippines. In fact, the Japanese carmaker pledged an additional P 7-billion investment in the next five years, including plans to join the Philippine government’s replacement to the CARS program.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Review: 2025 Ford Bronco Outer Banks w/ Sasquatch Package
A bit of trivia: I almost ended up working for Ford as a product planner sometime in the 2000s. Though I passed all the interviews and even got an offer, the Blue Oval’s then marketing guy decided I’d be better off continuing my career as a motoring journalist, and that’s exactly what I’ve been doing for close to 30 years now. Now, I write about cars for a living, I still can’t help but look at the presence of products and its features the way a product planner would. Does it make sense? Does it contribute to the brand’s overall image? Is it priced right?
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Ford Bronco,
Mid-sized SUV
February 7, 2025
First Adidas Mercedes-AMG F1 Collection Drops At Select Stores
The first Adidas Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team collection drops today at select retailers in the Philippines.
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News
BAIC Expands To Bacolor, Pampanga
BAIC Philippines continues its expansion with the opening of BAIC Bacolor. Located at Jose Abad Santos Avenue, Cabalantian, Bacolor, Pampanga, BAIC Bacolor is handled by the Laus Group of Companies (LGC).
Filed Under:
BAIC Corporate,
Dealerships,
News
Pride May Spell The End Of The Nissan-Honda Merger
You just don’t know what Nissan’s thinking at this point. After company insiders sounded the alarm that they only had enough cash to survive into the next year, the carmaker sought ways to keep itself alive and afloat. This led them to consider merging with Honda to create the third largest carmaker. Now, Nissan wants out.
Filed Under:
Honda Corporate,
News,
Nissan Corporate
197-Horsepower 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid Can Go More Than 900-km On A Tank Of Fuel
While the Philippines is still waiting for the all-new Forester, it’s finally gotten the powertrain it needs: a full hybrid system. First launched in the Crosstrek, Subaru’s Strong Hybrid Electric Vehicle (SHEV) system makes it to their compact SUV starting in one of their most important markets: the United States.
Filed Under:
Chicago Auto Show,
Compact SUV,
News,
Subaru Forester
February 6, 2025
SM Megamall Is The First Stop In The Toyota Tamaraw Abante Posible Tour
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) invites the public to the “Abante Posible! Next Generation Toyota Tamaraw Roadshow,” a dynamic caravan event celebrating the return of an iconic vehicle and its role in empowering Filipino lives.
Filed Under:
Events,
News,
Toyota Corporate,
Toyota Tamaraw
Prices, Specs, Colors: All The Info On The 2025 Kia Sorento Turbo Hybrid
Kia has finally revealed all when it comes to the 2025 Sorento Turbo Hybrid. We finally have the line-by-line specs and, of course, the prices. You can check out our detailed write-up or even watch our first impressions.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Kia Sorento,
Mid-sized SUV
CAMPI, Angat Buhay Partner For Climate, Sustainability Action
The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) is partnering with Angat Buhay, a non-profit non-government organization, to support their climate action and sustainability initiatives. As part of this collaboration, CAMPI has donated P 500,000 to Angat Buhay to fund programs that aid disaster-prone areas and promote environmental resilience nationwide.
Buy Flowers, Win A Jetour Ice Cream EV This Valentine's
Jetour Auto Philippines Inc (JAPI) and FlowerStore.PH have joined hands to offer a Valentine’s Day raffle: The “In-Love Na, Panalo Pa!” online promo.
Filed Under:
Jetour Corporate,
News
The PUV Modernization Program Is In Trouble
The PUV Modernization program—an ambitious program designed to replace the country’s dilapidated, polluted, and unsafe jeepneys is in trouble.
Filed Under:
News,
PUV Modernization
February 5, 2025
MINI Adds Cooper 5DR To Line-Up For P 3.799M
After launching the Mini Cooper 3-door last September, exclusive Philippine distributor, Autohub Group brings the newest iteration of the more practical body style: the Mini Cooper 5-door.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Luxury Car,
MINI Cooper,
News
First-Ever MINI Aceman Arrives In The Philippines For P 3.550M
Mini, distributed in the Philippines by the Autohub Group, introduces the first-ever Aceman—a new all-electric small crossover that may be small on the outside, but big on the inside.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Luxury SUV,
Mini Aceman,
News
Isuzu Cagayan De Oro Is 2024 Isuzu Dealer Of The Year
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) recently honored the outstanding achievements of its dealer network at the 2024 Isuzu Dealer of the Year Awards held on January 31, 2025. The annual event celebrates excellence in sales, parts, and service operations, highlighting the dedication and performance of Isuzu dealers across the country.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Isuzu Corporate,
News
2025 Kia Sorento Turbo Hybrid: Here's What You Need To Know
Kia Philippines is introducing the new Sorento Turbo Hybrid tomorrow, February 6. But before that, here’s what you need to know about this stylish, capable, and safe 7-seater family SUV.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Kia Sorento,
Mid-sized SUV
Audi Backtracks On Model Naming
Audi is abandoning its plans to clearly distinguish its combustion engine and full electric range, a move they announced less than two years ago. Instead, it returns to its standard nomenclature starting with the all-new A6 which will be launched in early March.
Filed Under:
Audi Corporate,
News
Dingdong Dantes Is Just One Of The 2,089 New GAC Emzoom Owners In 2024
Dingdong Dantes is just one of the 2,089 new GAC Emzoom owners last year. The actor and GAC Motor Philippines pitchman likely played a pivotal role in the brand’s continued rise in the country.
Filed Under:
GAC Corporate,
GAC GS3,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Honda Wants To Make Nissan A Subsidiary; Nissan Board Says No
Merger, yes. Subsidiary, no. Nissan is prepared to reject an offer that would simply make them a subsidiary Honda. The move could jeopardize further talks between the two carmakers.
Filed Under:
Honda Corporate,
News,
Nissan Corporate
February 3, 2025
BYD Cars PH Reveals Its 2024 Sales And It's Enough To Worry The Competition
It’s no longer a mystery. BYD Cars Philippines has finally revealed its 2024 full-year sales figures: 4,780 units. The figure falls short of being placed in CAMPI-TMA’s Top 10 best-selling vehicle brands, but it’s enough for them to overtake Foton for 11th place. They are also now officially the second best-selling Chinese brand in the country just behind MG.
Filed Under:
BYD Corporate,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
PHL Auto Industry
Nissan Opens In Sucat
Nissan Philippines inaugurates Nissan Sucat, the 58th dealership added to its growing network in the country. Located at 0021 Dr. Arcadio Santos Avenue, Brgy. BF Homes, Parañaque City, the new facility officially began operations last February 1, 2025, as the third dealership under Synergyauto Ventures Corporation (SVC).
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
News,
Nissan Corporate
February 2, 2025
Review: 2025 Seres Aito 5 RE-EV Premium
There’s zero expectations when it comes to driving a Seres, or if you prefer its new name, Seres Aito. As an automobile brand under the Seres Group, it’s got a complicated history with several name changes. It’s a Chinese car brand, but founded, of all places in California as a company that specializes in vehicle R&D. When it partnered with Huawei, it briefly became Huawei Aito (Adding Intelligence to Auto) in 2021, before becoming Seres in 2023, and then reverting to Aito in 2024. Today, it’s positioned as the Seres Group’s premium EV range with three (another one’s coming) models. The Seres Aito 5 that you see here serves as their entry-level model.
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Luxury SUV,
Seres 5,
Seres Aito 5
Review: 2025 Toyota Zenix 2.0 Q HEV
It’s hard to get excited about driving an MPV, but fact of the matter is, they get the job done. People don’t necessarily buy them for the looks or performance, rather people buy them because they excel in doing menial everyday tasks—tasks like bringing the kids to school, the spouse to work, and the grandparents to the occasional out-of-town excursions. Boring as these duties are, they’re no less important. After all, MPVs tend to carry the most precious cargo of all: the family. Looking at things through that perspective, the Toyota Zenix HEV absolutely excels.
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Entry-Level MPV,
Toyota Zenix
Toyota PH May Be Taking The Next-Generation Tamaraw Racing This Year
As an integral part of Toyota Motor Philippines’ promotional and marketing efforts in 2025, they’ll be leaning on Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) to bring excitement this year. And plans may include the possibility of taking the next-generation Tamaraw to the racetrack.
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News,
Toyota Corporate,
Toyota Tamaraw
Isuzu Truck Fest 2025 Slated From February 28 To March 2 At SMX Convention Center
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is set to host its biggest and most exciting truck event yet: the 2025 Isuzu Truck Fest, happening from February 28 to March 2, 2025, at Hall 4 of the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. The event will be open to the public from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM on February 28, and 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on March 1 and 2.
Filed Under:
Events,
Isuzu Corporate,
Isuzu CV,
News
Toyota Set For Growth In 2025 As They Plan To Offer EVs, PHEVs
Toyota has an unsurmountable lead in terms of new vehicle sales in the Philippines, capturing a 46.66 percent market share. Its 218,019 vehicles sold in 2024 was a new record, beating 2023’s 200,031 figure. More bad news for the competition? They have no plans of slowing down.
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