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May 23, 2025

JMC Philippines Signs New Dealer In Nueva Ecija

Astara-backed JMC Philippines has officially partnered with C&D Motors, a subsidiary under the Producers Savings Bank Corporation umbrella. The agreement, signed last May 22, marks the beginning of a collaboration aimed at increasing JMC’s profile and expanding its presence in Nueva Ecija.

Team Kramer, Camille Prats, Senator Vicente “Tito” Sotto III, Big Boy Cheng, DJ Chacha, Paul Salas, Vhong Navarro, and, just recently Anthony “Ka Tunying” Taberna—do celebrity endorsements make you consider a certain brand or vehicle? Judging by how Jetour Auto Philippines does its marketing, then the answer is a resounding yes.

Petron Launches Universal Ready-To-Use Super Coolant

Petron launches Petron Super Coolant, a line of ready-to-use engine coolant specifically formulated for the demanding conditions of Philippine roads. With advanced heat protection, anti-rust technology, and deposit-prevention features, Petron Super Coolant delivers superior engine care for both cars and motorcycles.

Lexus Philippines will be displaying its performance-oriented F Sport models at the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup Round 2. This is happening on May 23 to 25 at Villar City, South of Manila.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awarded the new Audi Q6 e-tron its coveted 2025 Top Safety Pick+ rating. The U.S.-based organization validated the Q6 e-tron’s comprehensive array of convenience and safety features with its highest rating, despite changes to its crash test criteria this year.

Lynk & Co’s “Upgrade to First-Class Drives,” running until June 30 offers accessible low monthly amortizations, all-in down payment options, or cash discounts on the Lynk & Co 01 PHEV, 02 E-SUV, 03+ Sports Sedan, 05 AWD, and 06.

Toyota made global headlines with the reveal of the all-new, sixth-generation RAV4. Although the focus is mostly on its design, standard (and more powerful) hybrid powertrains, and improved safety, it will also be the first vehicle to use Toyota’s new Arene in-car software.

Roomier Than An Alphard, Faster Than A Rolls-Royce, Zeekr PH Launches The 009 Luxury MPV

Zeekr, the global luxury new energy vehicle brand distributed by Autohub Group, brings in the Zeekr 009—an all-electric EV that reinforces Zeekr’s bold ambition to lead the luxury EV segment in the Philippines.

It’s been a while since the Toyota Vios dominated the streets. You might be wondering why since all its iterations are already a common sight on our roads. What I’m talking about is the Toyota Vios speeding on the streets in a lawful manner.

Li Auto has officially inaugurated its first retail space not just in the Philippines, but in Southeast Asia. Located at the Sennett Corporate Center in Taguig City, the showroom is set to introduce Filipino families to Li Auto’s unique approach to intelligent electric vehicles.

Shell Philippines officially launched the Shell Helix Flagship Auto Workshops. The Shell Helix Flagship Auto Workshop is a partnership between Shell Helix and various established auto workshops nationwide that aims to provide world-class car care to every Filipino motorist.

This is it. Toyota unveils the all-new, sixth-generation RAV4. Building on the trailblazing attitude of its predecessors, it introduces new advanced technologies along with improved performance and efficiency.

Toyota Motor PH Recalling Select Yaris Cross HEV Units For Sunroofs That May Fly Off

Toyota Motor Philippines is recalling a certain batch of Yaris Cross units because of the possibility that its panoramic sunroof may detach and fly off.

Honda may be reassessing its EV strategy, but it will be doubling down on its target of having zero traffic collision fatalities by 2050. Central to that plan is the next-generation Advanced Driver Assistance System or ADAS which Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Director, President and Representative Executive Officer (Global CEO) Toshihiro Mibe has confirmed.

Ford is launching yet another new Ranger variant: the Ranger XL+. The 11th variant of the Ranger, it upgrades and adds functional features to the base Ranger XL 4x4.

The No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) is back, but only partially. This is after the Supreme Court lifted the motion, but only against the MMDA. With that, NCAP will only cover the jurisdiction of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), and does not include local government units.

Responding to the global slowdown in pure EV sales, Honda Motor has announced that it will realign its electrification strategy. It will instead divert its resources to the development of next-generation hybrid powertrains, and will do so with a brand-new logo.

Whoa. If the arrival of the Sealion 5 DM-i isn’t enough of a deathblow to other Chinese brands, particularly those competing in the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) space, BYD Cars Philippines has just received LTO certification for yet another entry-level SUV: the Atto 2.

GAC Motor is dropping the prices of its entire line-up this May to make car ownership accessible to more people. Apart from the wide range of discounts—as much as P 300,000 in some cases—low down payment options and flexible payment plans are also available.

2026 Mitsubishi Xpander Is Safer Than Ever

It what could be its final refresh before the all-new model bows in, Mitsubishi Motors has given its Xpander MPV (as well as its SUV derivative, the Xpander Cross) some minor changes for the 2026 model year.

For the third year in a row, Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) maintains its partnership with the Department of Science and Technology – Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) for the 8th imake.wemake:create.innovate.collaborate competition. Through the imake.wemake competition, the DOST-SEI empowers young Filipino innovators to present inventive projects, driven by science, that offer unique solutions to pressing modern problems. HCPI supports the program as it aligns with the Honda Global Brand Slogan, “The Power of Dreams – How We Move You,” which signifies Honda’s commitment to innovation and making a difference in society.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), in partnership with its dealer group Southern Auto Mart, broke ground on the relocated site for Isuzu Dumaguete, signaling the start of a new chapter in delivering world-class automotive services to the region.

The focus of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup is most certainly the races, but that doesn’t mean that Toyota Motor Philippines can’t spring a surprise.

In much needed good news for Nissan, the Nissan Formula E Team took home two pole positions, a podium, and a race win at the first-ever Tokyo E-Prix double header.

After being revealed in China late last year, the updated Omoda C5 has now gone global. Known as the “Chery C5” in other markets, the Omoda C5 brings an updated design, a bigger luggage space, and enhanced driving dynamics into the mix.

The VinFast VF 6 Could Use Some More Work

One year after arriving in the Philippines, Vinfast was finally brave enough to put their cars in a real-world test drive here in the country. No more going around in circles or squares outside malls or test drive events. They brought the VF 5, VF 6, VF 7, and VF 9 for a day drive from their showroom in EDSA-Ortigas to Tagaytay. Since there are too many people and cars, I decided to focus on their newest offering: the VF 6.

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