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March 2, 2018

2018 Mitsubishi Xpander vs Honda Mobilio vs Honda BR-V vs Toyota Avanza


Mitsubishi Motor Philippines Corporation (MMPC) has just released their much-awaited Xpander MPV. Dubbed as the next-generation MPV, the Xpander combines the best attributes of a compact MPV with the design cues of a compact SUV.

Mitsubishi Philippines Launched Much-Awaited Xpander MPV (w/ 23 Photos, Brochure)


Following a successful release in Indonesia, which garnered 50,000 in order units alone, the all-new Mitsubishi Xpander finally lands in the Philippines. Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. (MMPC) is proud to be the second in Asia to launch this highly anticipated MPV/crossover. The Xpander is MMPC’s nod to the growing demand in the Philippine market for an “in-between” model, coming from the success of both the Mirage and the Montero Sport, which remains to be the brand’s local best-selling models.

March 1, 2018

Kia Philippines Rolls Back Pricing on Selected Models with "Rollback Throwback" Promo


Columbian Autocar Corporation, the exclusive distributor of Kia vehicles in the Philippines implemented its new pricing inclusive of the new vehicle excise tax scheme last January. With the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion or TRAIN taking effect, its vehicles are up across the board. But there’s a bit of good news.

How One Bus Company Saved Money by Shifting to Forged Aluminum Wheels


SinDian Bus Company is a family-run transport company with over 300 buses serving the Taipei and New Taipei City area in Taiwan. Serving 22 routes around the Greater Taipei area, the 37-year old company believes that operational efficiency and a hands-on approach helps them win the business game.

Toyota Shows Off New 2.0-liter Dynamic Force Engine, Direct Shift-CVT


Last December, Toyota unveiled their next-generation gasoline engine family called Dynamic Force. At the time, it was just available in one displacement: a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder. Today, the Japanese automaker showed it off in one additional flavor: a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder. Including its bigger brother, it’ll make its way to 80 percent of Toyota and Lexus vehicles sold globally within the next 5 years.

Caltex Continues Retail Network Expansion


Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), starts 2018 pumped up for strong growth by opening its 20th service station in the last six months, making safe and quality fuels and lubricants available to more motorists nationwide.

FlatOut Race Series Introduces New Brackets, Racing Calendar for 2018


The FlatOut Race Series (FORS), the country’s premier grassroots motorsports event, is all set for the season launch this weekend at the Clark International Speedway. Sanctioned by the Automobile Association Philippines (AAP), there will be a total of 10 events in the 2018 calendar that starts on March 3.

February 28, 2018

If This Isn't a Sportscar, What Is? Manila Sports Car Club Releases 2017 List of Eligible Cars


What is a sportscar? While the term is now being used by everyone from journalists to enthusiasts to describe everything from an Mazda MX-5 to a Ford Mustang to a Honda Civic Type R even, the folks at the Manila Sports Car Club has a very specific list.

AC Automotive Champions Filipino Artists at Art Fair Philippines


AC Automotive taps the creative minds of four Filipino visual artists at the Art Fair Philippines 2018 on March 1 to 4 at The Link, Ayala Center in Makati City. In support of Art Fair Philippines in its effort to promote local contemporary art, AC Automotive is a prominent exhibitor during the four-day event.

3-Day Xpander Xpo to Celebrate Arrival of Mitsubishi Xpander MPV


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. (MMPC) is celebrating the arrival of its much-anticipated all-new Xpander with the Xpander Xpo. An exclusive Mitsubishi motorshow and test drive event, it starts on Friday, March 2 and runs all the way to Sunday, March 4 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. The show opens at 10 AM to runs to 9 PM daily. Admission is free.

Kia Family Service Roadshow Set to Deliver Customer Care and TLC This 2018


Kia is preparing to hit the road once more to bring their aftersales services closer to Kia owners all over the country thanks to the Kia Family Service Roadshow.

February 27, 2018

Largest Ford Ad in the World is Also Largest Eyesore


If you think you’ve seen gigantic billboards along EDSA or C5, think again. Ford shattered the record for the biggest eyesore on the planet by installing the largest billboard in the world to sell their smallest crossover.

Nissan is Considering a High-Performance Navara to Battle Ranger Raptor


Australian automotive website Motoring says Nissan is studying the possibility of making a Ranger Raptor fighter using its Navara as a platform.

First Drive: Honda Civic Type R


There are two schools of thought surrounding the Civic Type R. On one hand, there are those who believe it’s the pinnacle of Honda’s engineering achievement—a technical tour-de-force built with the very best that carmaker could offer. On the other, there are the skeptics who think it can’t be better than an all-wheel drive sports sedan with a bright blue paint job. Heading into this track experience, I belonged squarely to the latter. But an afternoon at the Clark International Speedway was enough to sway my convictions—the hype is most definitely real.

Hyundai Opens Truck and Bus Dealership in Iloilo


A & B United Corporation and Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) marked another milestone with the grand inauguration of Hyundai Trucks and Buses Iloilo, the first stand-alone Hyundai commercial vehicle (CV) dealership in the Philippines.

UPDATED: Isuzu Philippines Introduces Limited-Edition mu-X and D-MAX (w/ 16 Photos, Specs)



UPDATE: Prices for the D-MAX X-Series and mu-X Luxe have been revealed (2/27).

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) introduced two limited-edition variants of its best-selling D-MAX pickup truck and mu-X mid-sized SUV hoping to broaden the reach of the country’s best-selling commercial brand.

February 26, 2018

UPDATED: Nissan Philippines Upgrades Navara for 2018


UPDATE: We have the post-TRAIN prices of the 2018 Navara (2/26).

After declaring the start to the pickup truck wars in 2015, the Nissan Navara is now the country’s third best-selling model (they narrowly lost to the Ford Ranger by year-end 2017). Their thirst for success has motivated Nissan to give their Navara an edge this 2018. How? By giving it some Nissan Intelligent Mobility features.

2019 Nissan Terra: This Is It (w/ 4 Photos, Video)


Nissan has finally (and officially) pulled the wraps off its 7-seater Navara SUV. Called the Terra, it’s the first-ever vehicle from Nissan’s frame and LCV (Light Commercial Vehicle) division to launch under the company’s mid-term Nissan M.O.V.E. 2022. It premieres first in China this April.

Heroic Chrysler Exec Uses Jeep Wrangler to Save People from Burning Ford


Chrysler’s Global Head of Design, Ralph Gilles is now being called “heroic” by the Addison Town, Michigan Fire Chief after Gilles used his Jeep Wrangler to push a burning Ford Edge away from a crashed Ford Fiesta and its trapped occupants last week.

Geely Buys 9.69 Percent Stake in Daimler AG, Parent Company of Mercedes-Benz


Li Shufu, the chairman and main owner of Chinese carmaker Geely has amassed a 9.69 stake in Daimler AG, the parent company of Mercedes-Benz. The stake, worth nearly USD 9 billion at the current market price for Daimler shares, makes Li the biggest single shareholder of the German automaker.

Auto-Gard Offers Head-Turning Detailing Products that Don't Break the Bank


Make a lasting impression without spending big bucks with the Auto-Gard line of premium car care products. A perfect partner when it comes to keeping your ride looking sleek and shiny, it’s guaranteed to make heads turn.