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November 27, 2018

Review: 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe CRDi GLS 2WD

Seventeen years ago, Hyundai launched an SUV called the Santa Fe—a cut-rate blob that did nothing to counter the notion that Korean cars were a little cheap. Fast-forward to the present and Hyundai has become a purveyor of award-winning vehicles that has helped it conquer the world. The 2019 Santa Fe is certainly a reflection of that progress, and a sign of better things to come.

Lexus Philippines is offering a new gateway into the Japanese luxury brand with the introduction of their first-ever subcompact crossover, the UX. Made for the modern urban explorer, it blends fresh and contemporary style with luxury and dynamism.

Ford GT Comes to Petron Toy Car Collection

The second series of the Petron Limited Edition Toy Car Collectibles is just days away! Joining the line-up is the Ford GT which becomes available at participating Petron stations nationwide starting November 30 to December 15, 2018.

After being sacked by Nissan from his Chairman of the Board position last week, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation moved swiftly and has done the same and ousted Carlos Ghosn their Chairman and Representative Director.

Warring Grab users beware: the ride-hailing company is now introducing a “Passenger Time Out” feature which penalizes you for cancelling a ride.

Waze continues to innovate and now brings two new integration features: Apple CarPlay and Waze Audio Player into the latest version of the app.

First Drive: 2018 Mitsubishi Xpander GLS A/T

Approximately six months ago, Mitsubishi introduced the Xpander, a new-generation MPV that blends the best attributes of a traditional people carrier with that of an SUV. As the Philippines’s fastest growing segment volume-wise, it’s curious as to why it took a while for Mitsubishi Motors Philippines to come up with a proper shakedown for its new offering, round-the-block test drives notwithstanding.

Team Philippines formed by Julius Maranga, Georekey Cantabaco, and Gabriel Hidalgo Jr., was crowned the Regional Champion of the Castrol Asia Pacific Bikes Super Mechanic Contest 2018 after their outstanding performance at the grand finale. Team Vietnam and team Malaysia were announced as the Runner-up and the Second Runner-up respectively.

IDOOH Philippines and Voyager Innovations Inc. announced their strategic partnership to utilize each other’s market-leading technology services.

There will only be 9 finalists running for the coveted Japan Car of the Year 2018-2019 as Subaru made a shock announcement of withdrawing its Forester from contention.

Foton Opens in La Union

The year may be coming to a close, but Foton Motor Philippines, Inc. (FMPI) has continued to expand their dealer footprint with the official opening of their newest dealership in Bauang, La Union.

After having to recall 82 Prius models due to a fault with its wiring harness, Toyota Motor Philippines has announced a new recall. This time, Toyota’s gasoline-electric hybrid has been hit with a problem concerning its Power Management ECU.

Nissan’s board of directors has met today and as expected, sacked Carlos Ghosn as their Chairman and Representative Director. Greg Kelly has also been discharged as Representative Director as well.

Auto Nation Group, the official distributor of Mercedes-Benz in the Philippines introduces a new era in luxury: the all-new 2019 A-Class.

UPDATE: Mazda Philippines is now offering this to Philippines models as well (6/10/2019).

After showing off Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on its 2019 models, Mazda has finally answered the prayer of owners everywhere: Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are coming to older models as well.

In celebration of the Chevrolet Corvette’s 65th anniversary, The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), the exclusive distributor of Chevrolet vehicles in the Philippines, announces the arrival of America’s supercar into the country. The 2019 Corvette is now available for reservation at all Chevrolet dealerships nationwide with customer deliveries starting in the first quarter of 2019.

After announcing the availability of its 2019 line-up, Harley-Davidson of Manila is holding an open house to showcase the brand’s full motorcycle range as well as accessories and gear starting this Saturday, November 24 at both their EDSA Greenhills and Shangri-La Fort showrooms.

Fancy getting a car this Christmas? Instead of heading over to a car dealership, maybe it’s time to consider going to an auction instead.

SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. (SMCACDC), the official importer and distributor of BMW Motorrad in the Philippines, recently renewed its partnership with roadside assistance provider Ibero Asistencia.

The impending ouster and arrest of Nissan’s Chairman Carlos Ghosn has taken a dramatic twist: the whole thing might have been carefully choreographed by the Japanese automaker’s management.

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November 27, 2018

Review: 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe CRDi GLS 2WD

The First-Ever 2019 UX Crossover is Your Gateway to Lexus Ownership (w/ Specs, 25 Photos)

November 26, 2018

Ford GT Comes to Petron Toy Car Collection

Mitsubishi Follows Nissan's Lead and Fires Its Chairman

Grab Will Now Penalize Riders Who Cancel on Their Drivers

Waze Can Now Integrate with CarPlay, Spotify, and More

November 25, 2018

First Drive: 2018 Mitsubishi Xpander GLS A/T

Team Philippines Triumphs at Castrol Asia Pacific Bikes Super Mechanic Contest 2018

TNVS Rides Will Now Be More Entertaining and Rewarding

Subaru Withdraws from Japan Car of the Year 2018-2019 Selection

November 22, 2018

Foton Opens in La Union

Toyota Motor Philippines Announces New Recall of Prius Models

Nissan Sacks Carlos Ghosn

Mercedes-Benz Philippines Ushers In New Era of Luxury with 2019 A-Class (w/ Specs)

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Arrives for MY2014 and Up Mazda Models

Chevrolet Philippines Brings in 2019 Corvette Stingray (w/ Specs)

Harley-Davidson of Manila to Hold Open House to Showcase 2019 Models

Your Next Car Maybe at at the Auto Auction Lot

BMW Motorrad Reinforces Ties with Ibero Asistencia

Did Nissan Orchestrate Their Own Chairman's Very Public Arrest?