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June 30, 2025

Last Of Legends To Put 20 Iconic McLaren Road Cars On Sale

The family of the late Mansour Ojjeh is putting his collection of 20 McLaren road cars on sale, including a legendary McLaren F1.

The best way to describe the MG G50 Plus is that it’s a big budget remake of an indie-classic you probably haven’t even heard of, or have forgotten. It is, for all intents and purposes, the now defunct Maxus G50 with shiny new badges and new cosmetic bits. Whether the unfamiliarity with the Maxus name spelled its doom before is a story best discussed for another day, but the reality is, the MG badge has done this MPV a lot of favor. It’s now a strong seller, not just within the MG line-up, but in the MPV segment in general. Numbers may not lie, but the question everyone’s still asking is: is it The Departed or The Lion King—Hollywood remakes that are at the opposite sides of the critical meter.

Nissan Debuts 3rd-Generation e-Power That Offers 1,200 Kilometers Of Range And 205 Horsepower

Nearly a decade after its global debut, Nissan is now rolling out the most advanced version of its e-Power serial hybrid technology.

BJ Mercantile Inc. (BJM), one of the country’s leading conglomerates, has expanded its automotive portfolio through its partnership with Vietnamese automotive company, Thaco. BJM will become the official sales, service, and parts distributor of Thaco trucks and buses in the Philippines.

PSBank is making that dream car an easier reality with these simple, fast, and hassle-free auto loan tools.

Volvo Cars Philippines is launching the updated XC60 and XC90 SUVs—a milestone that marks a new era in safe, intelligent, and purposeful mobility this Wednesday, July 2.

Superman may prefer flying to get wherever he’s going, but if he needs something much more grounded, he can rely on BYD. Teaming up with Warner Bros. Philippines, BYD Cars Philippines, has become the official mobility partner of the new Superman movie.

After relaunching the Coolray and Emgrand, Geely Motor Philippines is doing the same to the Okavango with the 2025 Okavango Elite. Apart from receiving exterior and interior enhancements, the Okavango Elite is the first Okavango model to get official recognition as a Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) from the Department of Energy (DOE).

The Suzuki Dzire Steps Out Of The Shadows

One doesn’t need to be a motoring geek to see that sedans still dominate the car market today. You can stand on any street, count the cars, and for sure the tally would be in favor of sedans. Suzuki knows this which is why to maintain their growing momentum this year, they brought in the all-new Dzire Hybrid.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) officially inaugurated its 40th dealership at Hyundai Tacloban. The ceremony marks the brand’s first partnership with Topcars Autoworld Corporation, led by its President, Mr. Willard Chan.

When Hyundai introduced the high-performance version of the Elantra, the Elantra N, at the 2024 Manila International Auto Show, there were purists who wondered: why can’t I get it with a manual gearbox? Well, armchair pundits, get those wallets and checkbooks ready because a year later that’s exactly what Hyundai Motor Philippines is giving you.

“Adventurer” would not be the first word that comes to mind when you think of the Toyota Tamaraw. A more fitting description would be a utility transport vehicle or colloquially, “the FX.” Because for the longest time, the name of the Tamaraw has been known for being one of the most reliable, go-to vehicles when it came to functional transportation. Period.

Prior to its official Philippine debut this July 3, MG Philippines has revealed the variants and full specs of the all-new MG ZS sub-compact SUV. Building on the success that made the ZS a core model in MG’s line-up both locally and globally, it offers substantial upgrades in performance, technology, and comfort. Watch our first impressions here.

The Dongfeng Nammi Is All About Quirky Character

The advent of electrification in cars was seen by brands as a chance to do something different from the traditional. Some are making extensive use of the infotainment touchscreen, others are using knobs instead of traditional gear shifters, and a few are moving things here and there for a new layout. The result is something that’s not always good for the driver.

Motor Image may be mixing old and new hybrid tech when it comes to their electrified vehicle offerings in the Philippines. This is based on approved filings made with the Department of Energy.

Nissan has officially kickstarted the line integration at its manufacturing plant in Samut Prakan province, Thailand. This is inline with the company’s Re:Nissan revival plan.

With more than 2.7 million cars sold, the Volvo XC60 has surpassed the iconic Volvo 240 as the best-selling Volvo model ever.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is bringing its hybrid models closer to its customers these next few weeks through the continuation of its hybrid mall tour, which started earlier this year.

Driving A Visibly Damaged Car Could Mean A Trip To A LTO-Certified MVIC

In a bid to improve road safety, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has issued guidelines on the roadside inspections that can be performed by LTO deputized agents and law enforcement officers. Failure at any of these roadside inspections means having to bring your vehicle to a LTO-certified Motor Vehicle Inspection Center (MVIC).

Popcycle, the exclusive distributor of Fildo e-bikes, opens its newest showroom located in Greenhills, San Juan City.

GAC Motor Philippines, led by Astara Philippines, continues its nationwide expansion with the back-to-back inauguration of two new dealerships in Cebu and Valenzuela.

Maserati Philippines has marked another milestone in their history as they unveiled their first fully electric offerings: the GranCabrio Folgore convertible and the Grecale Folgore luxury SUV. Both models highlight the brand’s innovation and cutting-edge performance without sacrificing identity.

Evro, the pioneering and largest e-mobility service provider in the country, has introduced the Station Finder feature in its app. Making EV charging easier and more accessible across the Philippines, the new feature offers a map view of over 240 Department of Energy (DOE)-registered public charging stations nationwide.

Chery is emphasizing the safety of its battery through its Global Safety Challenge. In its latest leg, the Chinese automaker immersed its high-voltage battery in seawater. Afterward, it successfully powered up a Tiggo 8 Pro PHEV.

A decade after the introduction of the first Patrol Nismo and its unmistakable combination of power and race-inspired styling, Nissan is bringing it to global markets with the 2026 Patrol Nismo. Considered as the most potent Patrol ever, the Patrol Nismo offers a retuned engine, suspension system, and of course, unmistakable motorsports detailing inside and out.

New car sales went down for the second straight month last May, dragged down by a double-digit drop in the sale of passenger cars (PC). This was revealed in the joint report by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).

Could you be buying a brand-new but used Chinese car? That might be the danger as Reuters has uncovered both Chinese state media reports and government documents stating that carmakers have been exporting so-called “zero mileage used” cars to markets including Asia and the Middle East.

Toyota Shows Off 2026 Land Cruiser Prado Diesel Hybrid

The Toyota Land Cruiser 250 / Prado may be available with a conventional or electrified gasoline engine, but this generation also marks the first time it gets the option of an electrified diesel.

Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) formalizes new partnerships with two leading insurance providers for its Toyota Insure program. Pioneer Insurance & Surety Corporation and MAAGAP Insurance, Inc., join the carmaker’s roster of insurance providers reinforcing its commitment to providing comprehensive coverage and maintaining exceptional customer service standards.

Ford Philippines may have announced the Mustang Mach-E as its first electrified model for the market, but it won’t be the last. Confirmed in LTO homologation papers is the arrival of the Territory Hybrid too.

Porsche wins the LMGT3 class at the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans for the second consecutive year, with the Manthey 1st Phorm team’s No. 92 Porsche 911 GT3 R dominating in the final nine hours of the hard-fought endurance race to finish more than 33 seconds ahead of the field.

Hyundai’s high-performance N brand clinched a fifth consecutive class victory in 10 appearances at the 24h Nürburgring with the Elantra N. The Elantra N won the TCR class at the annual 24-hour ‘Green Hell’ endurance race.

This might be one of the cutest police cars around: meet Sergeant Jim. The newest member of Lake Macquarie Police District’s Crime Prevention Unit in Australia, it’s a five-door Jimny outfitted not for chasing criminals, but to enhance community engagement and support the protection of vulnerable individuals.

Lexus Signs Two New Global Athletes

Lexus welcomes two world-class athletes to its growing roster of global brand partners: Wataru Endo, captain of the Japan National Football Team and midfielder for Liverpool FC, and Kanoa Igarashi, elite professional surfer and Olympic silver medalist. Both embody the spirit of relentless ambition and precision—qualities that resonate deeply with the Lexus brand.

Fifteen scholars from Batch 23 of the Isuzu Heart and Smile Project (IHSP) graduated from a two-year Automotive Servicing Course at the Isuzu-TESDA Auto Mechanic Training Center in Tacloban, Leyte, earning the highest qualification—an NC IV Certificate.

Hino Motors Turns Over FG Buses To First Balfour

Hino Motors Philippines (HMP) officially turned over four brand-new FG bus units to First Balfour, a leading Filipino engineering and construction company. The ceremony marked a step in the robust partnership between the two companies.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), together with long-time dealer partner, Industrial and Transport Equipment, Inc. (INTECO), unveiled its newest dealership in Valenzuela City.

Hyundai Kona Returns With Hybrid Power. Yours Starting At P 1.528M (w/ Specs)

Hyundai Motor Philippines is bringing back one of its most popular nameplates during its third anniversary celebrations, and this time it comes with hybrid power as standard.

RSA Motors Corporation, an official BMW dealer in the Philippines, announces a special display of the executive BMW 5 Series and the BMW X5 Plug-In Hybrid. This exclusive showcase will be held at the Upper Ground Atrium of Robinsons Magnolia from June 20 to 22, 2025, 10 AM to 10 PM.

Considering a vessel carrying Chinese EVs and HEVs caught fire in the middle of the Pacific, one of the largest logistics companies in the Philippines has suspended shipments of all EVs and HEVs, regardless of brand or source.

BYD Cars Philippines is entering the sub-compact SUV space with the Sealion 5 DM-i—a choice that touts to have it all: design, technology, spaciousness, and yes, electrified performance. Watch our first impressions.

Masao Tsutsumi isn’t your typical car company president. He may have taken over as the top executive at Nissan Philippines last April, but he’s not a lifer at the company. Instead, before joining Nissan in 2018, the self-professed car guy has had stints in P&G, Philips, and Japanese restaurant group, Skylark. As an “outsider” Tsutsumi-san certainly has the capability (and quite frankly, the candor) to bring fresh perspectives to strength the carmaker’s position in the local market.

Suzuki Celebrates 50 Years In The Philippines With 3-Day Grand Celebration

In a grand showcase of heritage, innovation, and unity, Suzuki Philippines Incorporated (SPH) commemorated its 50th Anniversary with a series of events that brought together its network of dealers, loyal customers, employees, and partners. From the One Suzuki Dealer Convention to the Suzuki Matsuri 2025 and the One Suzuki Big Ride, the celebration embodied five decades of commitment to Filipino mobility and marked a new era with the global brand promise: “By Your Side.”

Honda is joining brands such as Toyota, Nissan, and Mazda in offering parts for its last iconic models starting from early 2026. The first one to benefit from the program? The first-generation NSX.

Motor Image Pilipinas, Inc. (MIPI), the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines, holds the grand opening of Subaru Pampanga, its newest dealership in the country.

Volvo Cars has launched Abbey Road Studios Mode, a sound technology designed to capture the essence of the iconic recording studio’s unique environment. It will come as a free, over-the-air update to all EX90 SUVs fitted with the Bower & Wilkins audio system, while future EX90 and ES90 cars will have them included as they roll out the factory.

In line with its safety paradigm, Volvo Cars is set to unveil a major improvement to the safety belt. The new multi-adaptive safety belt is a world-first technology aimed to further enhance safety for everyone in real-world traffic situations.

Bosch Car Service Is Philippines' First Level 2 VinFast Servicing Partner

Bosch Car Service, a subsidiary of ACMobility, has signed a Service Level Agreement (SLA) with VinFast Auto Philippines, raising the bar for EV aftersales service nationwide.

The Chevrolet Corvette proves the breadth of its abilities by competing in the sports car, super car, and now, the hyper car segment. The bowtie brand has just introduced the ZR1X, something it touts as a “true American hyper car.”

Watch out Elon Musk, Space X isn’t the only one to successfully make a reusable rocket. Honda has done the same after the second-largest Japanese carmaker quietly built a rocket and landed it back successfully.

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