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August 20, 2025

Chery Tiggo Cross HEV Launches With P 1,198,000 Price Tag (w/ Specs)

Chery Auto Philippines launches the all-new Tiggo Cross HEV—one of the most attainable hybrid sub-compact SUVs in the country. After appearing in LTO and DOE documents, it is now available at all Chery showrooms nationwide, it comes with an introductory price of P 1,198,000 (P 1,248,000 list price).

Geely EX5 To Receive Its First Major Software Update

Good news to all Geely EX5 EV SUV owners: the brand is pushing out its first major update globally. Starting this mid-to-late August to September, the free OTA or Over-The-Air update focuses on enhanced smartphone integration and safety features.

Looking at the all-new Suzuki Fronx? Suzuki Philippines is giving you two reasons why you should go for the Early Reservation Promo which runs from August 20 to September 5, 2025.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) is bringing the Hyundai Mobility Experience (HME) to the heart of Metro Manila this August 19 to 25. For an entire week, visitors can explore Hyundai’s latest range of vehicles at the Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall.

The Honda HR-V is a textbook case of the effects of inflation. When it was launched in 2022, this entry-level variant you see here was priced at P 1.25-million. All things considered, it was a good value crossover. As time marched on and a midcycle refresh came into the picture, its SRP crept up until it settled to P 1.45-million—a P 200,000 increase compared to when it first launched three years ago. With no major changes then and now, this is unsettling not just for the HR-V, but for Honda as a whole, who’ve been slowly, but surely pricing themselves off market.

How’s this for a plot twist: EV fast chargers can be more harmful to your health than a gasoline station. This is according to a report coming from Bloomberg.

Mark your calendars: Toyota will be holding the global reveal of the Vios HEV this Thursday, August 21. The first market to have it? Thailand.

P 200-million Fenomeno Is Lamborghini's Most Powerful V12 To Date

Following the Sesto Elemento, Veneno, Centenario, Sián, and Countach, Lamborghini has revealed the Fenomeno—a 29-run ultra-limited production model that celebrates 20 years of Lamborghini Centro Stile. And yes, they’re all sold out.

Coming from the Lexus Electrified Sport—a concept car shown first way back in 2022 (it also made its way to Manila in 2024), Lexus made a surprise splash at the Quail during Monterey Car Week in Carmel, California with the Lexus Sport Concept.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has commenced the development of a new service center under Toyota Marilao, Bulacan, Inc., marking a milestone in the dealership’s expansion to continuously provide convenience and excellent quality service to its growing customers.

Team Mitsubishi Ralliart and the all-new Triton finally tastes victory at the Asia Cross Country Rally (AXCR) 2025. Competing in the T1 or modified cross-country vehicle category, the Triton covered a total of 2,316.32 kilometers, including 1,002.95 kilometers of Special Stages (SS).

Hyundai and General Motors have formed an unlikely alliance where they will co-develop five vehicles for global markets. This is a deepening tie-up from an earlier announced powertrain (combustion engine, hybrid, battery electric, and hydrogen fuel cell) and passenger car development.

You are looking at the most affordable new car available in the Philippines, and it just so happens to be fully electric as well. Meet the Bestune Pony EV—a eco-conscious 4-seater hatchback with an unbelievably low P 588,000 price tag.

Hongqi Philippines is responding to the market demand in the country by introducing the long-range trims of their key offerings. The E-HS9 EV SUV and E-QM5 EV Sedan both receive an additional trim that gives them longer range. Hongqi also teased an upcoming plug-in hybrid SUV that might tickle your fancy.

Jaecoo Philippines just lowered the entry point to their brand with the introduction of the J7 SHS with Super Hybrid Technology. Their new 5-seater hybrid SUV still packs a punch without burning a hole in your pocket as it starts at just P1,449,000.

Suzuki Auto PH Reveals Key Fronx Specs As Order Books Open On August 20

Suzuki Philippines will open reservations for its upcoming Fronx sub-compact SUV on Wednesday, August 20. Before that, the carmaker revealed more key information, including its powertrain for the local market.

VinFast PH Now Offering Free Charging With Every VF 6 EV SUV

VinFast recognizes that shifting to electric shouldn’t come with unexpected costs or compromise. The VF 6 now comes bundled with ownership benefits that go beyond the showroom.

BYD has created its first “interactive theme park” designed to showcase the capabilities of its new energy vehicles. The first “All-terrain Circuit,” as BYD calls it, opens in Zhengzhou, China with two more in the pipeline. The Zhengzhou facility serves as a venue for track racing, professional racer training, and even diverse circuit experiences—all to foster NEV culture.

Lynk & Co Opens Along North EDSA

Lynk & Co Philippines opens its newest dealership: Lynk & Co North EDSA. Located at 931 EDSA, Barangay PhilAm, Quezon City, this newest location is operated by Beatitude Auto Group.

The 2025 season of Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP)’s premier racing series, the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup (TGR Philippine Cup) crowns Russel Cabrera from Toyota Team Cebu – Standard Insurance, Jesse Garcia from Obengers Racing – Toyota Balintawak, and Luis Moreno from the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippines Novice Team, has the overall champions in their respective classes after three race weekends.

Lynk & Co Philippines makes a bold statement in the premium, electrified SUV space with the official launch of the Lynk & Co 08 EM-P.

Inchcape Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Changan in the country, is set to open five new dealerships across Luzon from the second half of 2025 to the first half of 2026, a move that signals the brand’s continued momentum and deepening presence in the region.

The Clark International Festival of Speed (CIFOS), is calling all photographers, videographers, hobbyists, and content creators to capture the thrill and excitement of motorsports in its inaugural “Shutter Session” contest at Clark International Speedway in Mabalacat, Pampanga. This is a unique opportunity for visual artists to get up close and personal with the action and win exciting prizes.

Mazda Is Taking The CX-60 Rally Racing

Mazda is taking its CX-60 racing with its first race being the 2025 Rally Hokkaido happening this September 5 to 7, 2025.

Geotab Telematics Now In The Philippines

Philippine businesses managing delivery vans, utility trucks, or service vehicles can now take greater control of their operations with the arrival of Geotab, one of the world’s leading providers of telematics and fleet management solutions.

Four-wheeled vehicles aren’t the only ones experiencing a robust growth trajectory so far this 2025. The Philippine motorcycle industry, through the Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association, Inc. (MDPPA), reports that total sales reached 910,923 units—an increase of 4.8 percent compared to the 876,074 units sold in Q2 2024.

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