Search CarGuide.PH

September 4, 2025

VinFast Shows Off Customization Skills With Unique VF9 EVs For Vietnam's National Day Parade


Vietnam’s homegrown automaker VinFast showed off its strength at Vietnam’s National Day. The event commemorates Vietnam’s August Revolution of 1945, which ended colonial rule, and the founding of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in 1946.

Check Out This Suitcase-Sized Engine That Will Power Your Car Soon


Horse Powertrain, the Renault and Geely joint-venture powertrain maker, has unveiled the C15—a suitcase-sized ultra-compact powertrain that can potentially transform an existing battery electric vehicle into a range extended EV.

Kia Gives Stonic A Comprehensive Makeover And A Turbo (Mild) Hybrid Engine For 2026


Kia has pulled the curtains off the new Stonic. The 2026 version has been comprehensively redesigned inside and out all aimed at elevating the customer experience and setting new standards in the small SUV segment.

Volkswagen Is Latest German Auto Brand To Admit To Fumbling EV Naming


The shift to EVs is causing some legacy automakers some problems, particularly those who want to leverage decades of nameplate recognition. Carmakers from Germany, are a prime example with BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and now, Volkswagen all backtracking on their newfangled EV nameplates.

September 3, 2025

Riding With You: AISIN Celebrates 60 Years


From factory floors in Japan to highways across the Philippines, Aisin has quietly powered the world’s most reliable vehicles for six decades. This 2025, as the brand marks its 60th anniversary, Aisin steps into the spotlight not only to celebrate its rich legacy but also to remind motorists and mechanics of one enduring truth: Aisin is your best match for your vehicle. You may not always see it, but chances are you are riding with Aisin.

GWM Philippines Brings New Cannon To Cagayan De Oro


GWM Cagayan de Oro, under Otto Motto Mobility, Inc., showcased the new Cannon pickup truck, giving motorists in the Northern Mindanao region an exclusive opportunity to experience the newest pickup truck from GWM.

At 60 Years Young, Isuzu Bacolod Now Sports A New, Modern Look


Marking six decades of unwavering service to the Bacolod community, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), in partnership with Southern Auto Mart and Trading Corporation (SAMTC), unveiled the refreshed Isuzu Bacolod dealership—now upgraded to reflect the brand’s Isuzu Outlet Standard (IOS) design philosophy. This milestone marks 60 years of service to the Bacolod community, a testament to the enduring trust in the brand.

Celebrate Man's Best Friend At Lexus Mitsukoshi BGC's September 6-7 Pop-Up Event


This September 6 to 7 (Saturday and Sunday), Lexus is rolling out the red carpet for our most loyal companions: our pets. Visit Lexus at Mitsukoshi this weekend and experience a one-of-a-kind pet-friendly pop-up that blends luxury and omotenashi (Japanese hospitality) for our guests’ pets. Register here.

Nissan, Subaru, Toyota Heavily Discounting "Specialty Cars" This Month


The pandemic-related “revenge spending” looks to be truly over as specialty cars from Japanese brands such as Nissan, Subaru, and Toyota are all seeing huge discounts this month.

Honda Civic Type R Takes Last Lap In The Philippines


The Civic Type R (FL5) is taking its final bow in the country as Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) says the last few units are now up for grabs. After this, order books will officially close marking the end of a chapter for the hot hatch.

Astara PH Treats 2017-2023 JAC Passenger Vehicles With Free PMS; To Honor Existing Warranties


Astara Philippines is rolling out the red carpet for owners of JAC passenger vehicles purchased between 2017 and 2023 with a welcome gift: a free check-up and free Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS), regardless of warranty status.

September 2, 2025

All-New Tang DM-i Can Do Up To 1,160 Kilometers As BYD Cars Philippines Opens Reservations


Reservations for the BYD Tang DM-i—the newest plug-in hybrid Super DM-i flagship—are now open and the stage is set for its official launch on September 17. Customers can now contact their nearest BYD dealership or leave their details here to get first dibs on this newest model from BYD.

MG Philippines Hosts Hybrid Experience Drive For Bank Partners


MG Philippines highlighted both its hybrid technology and advanced driver assistance system as they took their bank partners on an experiential drive aboard the all-new MG ZS Hybrid+ and the MG3 Hybrid+.

Hyundai's Design Language Moves to "Art Of Steel"


Hyundai is moving away from its current design language, Sensuous Sportiness, for Art of Steel. It will make its global debut with the Concept Three—the Ioniq sub-brand’s first-ever compact battery electric vehicle.

All-New Honda Prelude Takes To A Different Kind Of Race Track This September 13


The upcoming all-new Honda Prelude will act as the official course check car at the upcoming World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025 (WCH Tokyo 25). The specialty hybrid sportscar will be joined by the all-new Honda N-One e: mini-EV.

September 1, 2025

Goodbye Vios? Toyota Motor PH Teases Ativ HEV For Local Launch


This is it, folks. Toyota Motor Philippines has just teased the arrival of the all-new Vios Hybrid. Or should we now call it, the Ativ HEV?

By Putting People First, ACMobility Has Accelerated Its Business To Corner 8 Percent Of The Philippine Car Market


ACMobility’s investment in people has helped accelerate its business. Since the rebrand, ACMobility has grown its headcount rose from 1,370 in 2023 to over 1,600 by mid-2025, with a target of surpassing 1,700 by year-end, driven largely by the expansion of the BYD brand and the Mobility Infrastructure Group.

New Car Sales Remain Soft In July, Full-Year 2025 Industry Target May Be In Trouble


The continued softening demand for brand-new cars is threatening to wipe out the gains made by the Philippine auto industry during the first half of 2025. This is based on July 2025 joint CAMPI-TMA sales breakdown.

Jacob Ang Is BMW Philippines' New President


SMC Asia Car Distributors Corporation (SMCACD), the exclusive distributor of BMW vehicles in the Philippines, has appointed Jacob Ang as its new President, effective September 1, 2025.

Review: 2025 Nissan Z NISMO


For all intents and purposes, the Z shouldn’t be here. With Nissan in dire straits, financially at least, they could have given the world another crossover; only they didn’t. In an automotive miracle that would make Lazarus proud, the carmaker bankrolled the creation of the current-generation Z—the RZ34. This alone proves to you that one, there are some car guys amongst the bean counters in Yokohama, and second, that the Z’s mere existence should be a course for celebration.

Honda Partially Sells Its Aoyama Global Office


Honda is changing its plans surrounding its head office. Citing the continued rapid transformation of the automotive industry, the carmaker won’t be fully utilizing its planned new Aoyama Building anymore. Instead, they’re moving to an office space in Yaesu near Tokyo Station by 2029.

August 29, 2025

Hyundai Trucks And Buses' Tsuper Deals Will Have You Saving Up To P 400K


Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai Trucks & Buses in the Philippines, celebrates its 24th anniversary with Tsuper Deals—a special offering for the true kings of the road.

2026 Mitsubishi Xpander Is Now Bolder, Safer, More Connected Than Ever. Yours With A P 1.099M Starting Price (w/ Specs)


Filipinos families love the Mitsubishi Xpander for one good reason: it does everything very well. For those who’re after practicality, it offers boatloads of space with an interior that’s just as flexible. For those who want some excitement, it drives very well and it’s got head-turning looks that make it un-MPV like. Building on those strengths, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines is introducing the new 2026 Xpander. With new features and a bolder look, it keeps Filipino families safe, comfortable, and connected.

Jetour Auto PH Held 2nd Annual Media Pet Day


In line with International Dog Day, Jetour Auto Philippines held its second annual Media Pet Day at Barkhaus Eastwood. The event reaffirmed a heartwarming tradition, bringing together media partners, their beloved furry friends, and the Jetour family for a memorable day dedicated to celebrating bonds and championing responsible pet ownership.

Will We See A New Entry-Level Lexus NX Variant In 2026?


Lexus is making changes to its best-selling NX premium compact SUV on both ends of the variant range, introducing a new entry-level as well expanding its top-of-the-line trims.

The Mazda MX-5 Is The World's Best-Selling Two-Seater Sportscar For 25 Years


The Mazda MX-5 has long held the record for being the world’s best-selling two-seater sports car—it took this accolade way back in 2000—and 25 years later its position as the two-seater roadster with the biggest cumulative volume is unrivalled.