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September 8, 2021

Toyota Finally Joins The EV Bandwagon


After what seemed like a lengthy dilly-dally, Toyota is finally getting on the EV train by allocating US$ 13.7 billion into battery development through 2030. Their spending will include fast-tracking solid-state batteries and next-generation lithium-ion battery packs.

Should Nissan Revive The Sylvia Sportscar As An EV?


Never one to resist a challenge, when Matthew Weaver, Vice President of Nissan Design Europe was asked to reimagine a car from Nissan’s history for an electric future, he chose to remix the iconic Silvia CSP311.

Ford Transforms Its Mustang Mach-E Into A Police Car


Ford’s all-electric Mach-E might have caught the imagination of both customers and marketing guys, but a new client has shown considerable interest: the police.

Castrol PH Launches POWER1 Fully Synthetic Engine Oil For Scooters, Motorcycles


Castrol Philippines Inc, one of the country’s leading automotive lubricant companies, launches Castrol POWER1 Ultimate, a new range of Full Synthetic engine oils for two-wheelers. The new POWER1 Ultimate is the company’s best two-wheeler engine oil to date that will satisfy the demands of bike enthusiasts seeking better performance and acceleration.

2022 Toyota Land Cruiser Quietly Lands In Philippine Showrooms With P 5.173 Million Starting Price (w/ Specs)


The all-new 2022 Land Cruiser 300 is finally at Toyota dealers in the Philippines. The announcement is pretty low key for now, with some dealers actually not allowed to release units until October 1 (the official launch date).

September 7, 2021

Metro Manila Remains Under MECQ Until September 15


The IATF is deferring its “granular lockdown” system for Metro Manila. Instead, the National Capital Region or NCR will remain under Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine or MECQ until September 15, 2021 or until the IATF finalizes its Alert Level system.

Hyundai To Stop Development Of Combustion-Engined Commercial Vehicles


Hyundai Motor Group will stop the production of commercial vehicles powered by conventional combustion engines as early as 2028.

Hyundai Sees Hydrogen As The Future Of Fuel


While other carmakers are all betting on Battery Electric Vehicles or BEVs, Hyundai is looking at another clean fuel source for the future: hydrogen. The Korean automaker announced Hydrogen Vision 2040 which aims to popularize Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCV) as an alternative to BEVs.

The 2022 GS8 Is The Toyota-Powered Flagship SUV GAC Motor Needs


GAC Motor launches the second-generation model of its flagship SUV, the GS8. Despite its evolutionary looks, it now rides on a brand-new platform and carries, surprisingly, a Toyota powertrain under the hood.

Toyota Motor PH Offering Free Insurance, PMS, Trade-In Rebates This September


This is why this September, Toyota Motor Philippines is inviting everyone to make more precious memories with incredible deals on new vehicle purchases, free maintenance services, and a whole lot more.

Honda Cars PH Extends Introductory Price Offer On New Civic Type R


Honda Cars Philippines is extending its “Keep on Driving” promo once again to the end of September. The promo features different deals and offers from cash discounts to special all-in downpayment.

This Hyundai County Can Help Save Lives


As the government tries to ramp up its vaccination drive against COVID-19, Hyundai Asia Resources has come up with an ingenious way to make these life-saving vaccines much more accessible: by transforming their County minibus into a mobile vaccination clinic.

Hyundai PH Offers Up To A Million Off Its Trucks And Buses This September


Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai commercial vehicles in the Philippines, ushers in the BER months with September-y Good offers on the Xcient, County Minibus, County Mobile Vaccination Clinic, and Universe.

Bentley Design Director Moves to Geely


With Lotus now becoming a part of the Geely, there’s a re-shuffle when it comes to their global design team.

This Guy Loves His Maxus T60 So Much, He's Thinking Of Buying Another One


Not even the pandemic could stop Nino Sinco, retired University lecturer and now a part time businessman and archery coach, from enjoying the on- and off-road capabilities of his Maxus T60 pickup.

September 6, 2021

UPDATED: Metro Manila Shifts To GCQ Starting September 8, Government Prepares Guidelines For "Granular Lockdowns"


UPDATE: IATF defers GCQ shift until September 15 (9/7).

Metro Manila will shift to General Community Quarantine or GCQ from September 8 until September 30, 2021. The transition to the second-loosest lockdown level is happening despite NCR (except for Manila City) being at “Alert Level 4” when it comes to hospital bed occupancy.

Petron Offering Up To P 3/L Discount On Fuels If You're Vaccinated


Petron is the latest company to offer perks for vaccinated customers. Vaccinated Petron customers (at least with their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine) get fuel discounts of P3 per liter for gasoline and P 2 per liter for diesel at participating Petron stations nationwide.

The Toyota Hilux Is About Mobilizing And Spreading Hope


More than just a pickup truck, the Toyota Hilux is a symbol and vessel of hope for many amid times of uncertainty. The Hilux is often the vehicle of choice, not just for private customers but for government and humanitarian efforts, here and abroad.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class Ready To Go All-Electric With EQG Concept


With the Concept EQG, Mercedes-Benz presents the near-production study of an all-electric model variant of its off-road icon. Visually, it combines both the striking looks of the G-Class with new elements from Mercedes-Benz’s EQ all-electric family (the contrasting highlights to name one). In addition, it will have the typical 4x4 qualities of the G, but will electrified and further development in some areas.

Audi's Grandsphere Concept Points To The Future Of Luxury


Audi at the 2021 International Motor Show Germany 2021 (IAA 2021) unveiled the grandsphere, the second of its three “sphere” concept cars, and which is billed as a “private jet for the road.” Like a first-class flight, the 5.35-meter-long (17.6 ft.) grandsphere sedan promotes the luxury of private travel.