April 9, 2019
Mitsubishi Philippines Celebrates One Million Unit Sales
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) hit its 1 million-unit sales milestone this year. The company has been logging various milestones in its historical books and this particular achievement is deemed to be a highly memorable one. The company has been operating for over 55 straight years as an automotive manufacturing plant and distributor which remained in the country even in times of economic difficulties.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
You Can Armor a Toyota Fortuner or Kia Grand Carnival Now
With criminality (and road rage) on the rise, some people have resorted to vehicle armoring to provide an extra layer of protection. A new entrant is Impenetra Armor Protective Systems based in Bacoor, Cavite.
Toyota Hilux, Tundra May Share New Platform
The next-generation Hilux and the North American market full-sized Tundra / mid-sized Tacoma might be joined at the hip as Toyota moves to consolidate its platforms under the highly modular TNGA platform.
Filed Under:
News,
Pick-Up,
Toyota Corporate,
Toyota Hilux
Review: 2019 Ford Ranger XLT A/T
The popularity of high-trim variants like the Wildtrak and Raptor says a lot about how Filipinos treat pickup trucks. Instead of being something like a workhorse, they fulfill the role of status symbol. True enough, if one were to look at the number of spruced-up, decked-out Wildtraks out there, it can be surmised that the cargo bed won’t be seeing action anytime soon. So where does that leave lesser trim models?
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Ford Ranger,
Pick-Up
Taking a Long Road Trip with Your Subaru, Get Peace of Mind with Their Service Offers
Going on a long road trip this summer with your Subaru? Get peace of mind, and have it serviced before you do so. The best time may be to do it this April 8 to 27, 2019 since Subaru’s offering discount on parts and services.
Filed Under:
Service,
Subaru Corporate
April 8, 2019
Mitsubishi Confirms: L300 to Return with Euro-4 Compliant Engine
At the celebration of its one millionth vehicle sales in the country, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) announced that its venerable L300 is coming back to fulfill the need for a no-frills light-duty truck.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Corporate,
Mitsubishi Trucks,
News
Toyota Wants to Speed Up Electrification by Giving Away Nearly 24,000 of Their Patents
With consideration for the amount of time, money, and resources needed to develop sustainable mobility to help combat rising emissions and continuing to utilize currently available technology, Toyota announced today two measures related to its patents and technical knowledge to further promote the widespread use of electrified vehicles.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
Toyota Corporate
2019 Mazda3 Recognized as "Best of the Best" at Red Dot Design Awards
The all-new Mazda3 has captured the “Red Dot: Best of the Best” prize at the 2019 Red Dot product design awards.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Compact,
Mazda 3,
News
Petron's Latest Limited Edition Collectibles are from Avengers: Endgame
Continuing its partnership with Marvel Studios, Petron Corporation is adding new Marvel’s Avengers: Endgame items to its Limited Edition collectibles.
Filed Under:
Fuel,
News,
Petron Corporate
Nissan Adds Sporty Style to Almera with N Sport Edition (w/ Specs)
If you wished the Nissan Almera could have a sportier style, you’re in luck. The Almera is the third model to benefit from Nissan Philippines’s locally done “N” brand. After the Juke N-Sport and Navara N-Warrior, here comes the 2019 Nissan Almera N-Sport.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
Nissan Almera,
Sub-Compact
Jeep Philippines Launches Ultimate Wrangler JL: the 2019 Wrangler Rubicon (w/ Specs)
Less than a month after Auto Nation Group launched the new-generation Jeep Wrangler JL, it’s now joined by the “ultimate” Rubicon variant. A surprise showcase at the Manila International Auto Show, the Wrangler Rubicon is available with two engines and two body styles, and is now available at all authorized Jeep dealers nationwide.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Jeep Wrangler,
MIAS,
News
Isuzu mu-X Owners Take 1,300-km Road Trip
Proving that the Isuzu mu-X provides the power, comfort, and fuel efficiency needed for its drivers and passengers to enjoy epic, long drives, the country's first Isuzu mu-X club, the mu-X Owners of the Philippines (mu-X OP), successfully concluded a 3-day caravan, 1,300-km loop of central and northern Luzon last March 29 to 31.
Filed Under:
Car Clubs,
Isuzu Corporate,
Isuzu mu-X,
News
April 7, 2019
Latest Concept One Wheels Used by Russ Swift at Stunt Show
Today is the last day to catch the Subaru Russ Swift Precision Driving show at the Manila International Auto Show.
Filed Under:
Concept One Corporate,
MIAS,
News,
Wheels
April 6, 2019
That New Speed Limit? It's Just a Suggestion Says the MMDA
Hey guys, don’t hate the MMDA—remember the 60 km/h speed limit they suggested in lieu of safety on major roads around Metro Manila? They’re basically just a guide.
Experience a New Way to Test Drive, Get Discounts Up to P 100,000 with Nissan [SPONSORED]
The future always feels one step ahead. But not at Nissan. With Nissan Intelligent Mobility it makes driving more personal, empowering, and exhilarating.
Filed Under:
MIAS,
News,
Nissan Corporate,
Video
April 5, 2019
All Motor Vehicles in Metro Manila Are Now Restricted to 60 km/h Except for Trucks and Buses
Now, the MMDA says it is just a suggestion (4/6).
Traffic got you down? Well, unfortunately even if it lets up, you still can’t speed ahead. Why? Because, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority or MMDA just enacted a 60 km/h speed limit throughout the “radial roads” and “circumferential roads” around Metro Manila.
Chevrolet Philippines Rises with the Trailblazer Phoenix (w/ Specs)
It may just be a coincidence, but the newest Chevrolet Trailblazer variant sure sounds like a tie-up with the latest X-Men movie. Shown at the Manila International Auto Show, the Trailblazer dons some aftermarket bits and rises as: the Trailblazer Phoenix.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Chevrolet Trailblazer,
MIAS,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
ACDelco Now Distributed by Thunder Automotive
ACDelco is now distributed in the Philippines by Thunder Automotive, the country’s leading source for original dealer-only parts, and is now set on making ACDelco’s wide product range readily available nationwide.
Filed Under:
News
Kia Philippines Just Gained the Upper Hand in the Korean Car Price War
It looks like the top two Korean brands in the country are about to instigate a price war with each other. After launching its game-changing Soluto sub-compact sedan, Kia found its thunder stolen by its mechanical twin, the Hyundai Reina less than 24 hours later. Since then, these two have been engaging in a peso tug-of-war. For the next few days, it looks like Kia Philippines may have the upper hand.
Filed Under:
Kia Corporate,
MIAS,
News
Volkswagen Philippines is Cutting the Price of Their Cars Exclusively for MIAS
Volkswagen Philippines is celebrating its 5th anniversary at the Manila International Auto Show and with that, they’re giving out loads of discounts, add-ons, and financing deals on their entire line-up.
Filed Under:
MIAS,
News,
Volkswagen Corporate
Buy a Ford This April, Get a Chance to Win a Million Pesos Back
Ford Philippines is offering over P 3 million worth of prizes and cash discounts to customers reserving or purchasing a Ford vehicle at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) 2019.
Filed Under:
Ford Corporate,
MIAS,
News
April 4, 2019
2019 Chevrolet Camaro Gets Turbo Power, More Safety Tech than Ford Mustang (w/ Specs)
The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), the exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet automobiles and parts in the Philippines, brings an exhilarating driving experience for car enthusiasts as it unveiled the new Chevrolet Camaro at the 2019 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) last April 4, 2019 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Chevrolet Camaro,
MIAS,
News,
Sports Car
Hyundai Philippines Going Against Explorer, CX-9 with Palisade SUV (w/ Specs)
Evoking imagery worthy of being called a flagship, Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc., brings in the Palisade—Hyundai’s newest three-row SUV that combines exceptional roominess with a bold, distinctive design and premium interior feel and amenities.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Hyundai Palisade,
MIAS,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
Kia Philippines's Surprise Unboxing is the Civic RS Fighting Forte GT (w/ Brochure)
All eyes may have been on the Stinger, but Kia Philippines sprung a surprise unboxing at the Manila International Auto Show: the Forte GT. With the price of the Stinger pegged north of three million pesos, the Forte GT is perhaps the more attainable sedan for Filipinos seeking performance.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact,
Kia Forte,
MIAS,
News
Hyundai Electrifies MIAS and Confirms Local Availability of 2 EVs
Hyundai Asia Resources Inc., showcases their leadership in mobility solutions with the announcement that two electric vehicles will make their way to Philippine shores: the Kona Electric and the Ioniq Electric.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Hyundai Ioniq,
Hyundai Kona,
MIAS,
News
Kia Philippines Launches Stinger, Priced at P 3.235M (w/ Brochure)
You asked, Kia Philippines listened. Ushering a new era for Kia, the Stinger sports fastback is the culmination of the carmaker’s years-long journey fueled by a bold and adventurous spirit. As the highest-performance production vehicle in Kia’s history, the Stinger is not just a halo car for them; it’s their dream car. It is, without a doubt the sportiest Kia ever.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Executive Car,
Kia Stinger,
News
Subaru's "Hit Maker" Designs Special Edition Subaru XV for Philippine Market (w/ Brochure)
Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines shows off a sportier variant its Subaru XV crossover dubbed the Subaru XV GT Edition. Making its debut at the Manila International Auto Show, it’s now available for booking at all authorized Subaru dealers nationwide.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact Crossover,
MIAS,
News,
Subaru XV
Jeep Philippines Expands SUV Range with Compass and Cherokee
Auto Nation Group has big plans for the Jeep brand this 2019 as they show off a wider line-up at the Manila International Auto Show that includes the new Renegade, all-new generation Wrangler, and now, the refreshed Cherokee and Compass compact SUVs.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact SUV,
Jeep Cherokee,
Jeep Compass,
MIAS,
News
April 3, 2019
PIAA to Introduce Two Value-Oriented Products at MIAS
PIAA Philippines is introducing two new value-oriented products for the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS): the OTO Style Horn and the all-weather Hyper Arros LED light bulb. Designed with the sensibilities of developing markets in mind, these two products aim to boost PIAA’s presence in the premium mass market sector while also appealing to those who look for brand and style.
Translated as “Sound” in Japanese, the OTO Style Horn features the same PIAA quality and standards at a lower price point. It successfully complies with various ECE and JIS standards including:
- Temperature Test: sound remains the same at 80 degrees to -30 degrees Celsius
- Salt Spray Test: no corrosion despite being exposed to salt water
- Water Endurance Test: sound remains the same after water is sprayed from 360 degrees
- Endurance Test: sound remains the same at 100,000 times and at 500,000 times, sound should not have dropped more than 5 decibels.
This twin-pack horn (it’s sold as a set) features deep bass note, with a sound frequency of 400Hz + 500Hz and a maximum output of 112 dB. For MIAS, it will be on sale for around P 1,200 a set.
Another product designed with developing market sensibilities in mind is the Hyper Arros all-weather LED light bulb.
With a color temperature of 4000K, it produces a neutral white-colored beam mimicking the color generated by a standard halogen bulb, but with a higher output and less power consumption (20 watts for the H4). This makes it less straining on the eye, especially due to constant reflections, especially in bumper-to-bumper traffic. According to PIAA, it also does better in excessively dusty or heavy downpour compared to 6000K and 8000K bulbs. Another added bonus is that it improves the visibility of classic or vintage vehicles without changing the retro look or feel.
The Hyper Arros all-weather LED light bulb is available in a variety of sizes such as H4, HB3, HB4, HIR1, HIR2, H8, H9, H11, H16, and H7 and will be previewed at MIAS. It will be available for retail by the end of April at outlets that carry PIAA.
Filed Under:
MIAS,
News,
PIAA Corporate
2019 Mazda CX-5 Sport D: Long-Term Test Introduction
There are at least half a dozen compact crossovers out there, so why did we end up with the 2019 Mazda CX-5 AWD Sport D as our latest long-term test? The answer is simple really, and it’s all about it being able to offer a more premium experience.
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Driver's Seat,
Long-Term Test,
Mazda CX-5
Nissan Philippines Reveals Dealer of the Year 2018
Nissan Philippines Inc. recognized their outstanding and top-performing dealers at the Dealer of the Year Awards Night. Nissan attributes its 40 percent growth by the end of December 2018 to the enhancement of its sales and after-sales services through its dealerships.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
News,
Nissan Corporate
Fiat Chrysler's Aftersales Training Hub is Located in the Philippines
Coinciding with the Auto Nation Group (ANG)’s 15th year as the official importer and distributor of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM vehicles in the country, they have announced that they were appointed by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) as a certified aftersales training hub for the Asia Pacific region.
Filed Under:
Chrysler Corporate,
Dodge Corporate,
Jeep Corporate,
News,
Service
April 2, 2019
Yes, the Ford Escape is Still Alive and This is How the 2020 Model Looks Like (w/ 9 Photos)
The Escape may be dead in the Philippines, but Ford’s compact SUV is very much alive in the U.S. of A, and now, the Blue Oval has shown off the latest iteration that bumps up the performance, flexibility, and technology.
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Ford Escape,
News
Top Gear PH Just Outed Hyundai's Other MIAS Launch: the Palisade SUV
Check out the launch story and specs here.
Thanks to Top Gear Philippines posting the official list of activities at the Manila International Auto Show, we now know the other Hyundai vehicle that’ll be launched: the Palisade SUV.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Palisade,
MIAS,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
Hyundai is Going to Beat Nissan at Introducing the Philippines's First EV
Check out the launch story here.
It looks like Nissan won’t have honor of bringing in the Philippines’s first-ever electric vehicle (at least officially). It seems Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. or HARI will beat them to the punch and get this, it’ll be a crossover—a body style that Filipino buyers just love.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Hyundai Kona,
MIAS,
News
Review: 2019 Honda HR-V 1.8 E CVT
As carmakers continue to churn out more and more crossovers, segment overlaps and increasingly niche positionings become inevitable. Sometimes, a crossover once deemed alright may find itself falling through the cracks as the market pie keeps on getting smaller and smaller. This is a story about one of them: the 2019 Honda HR-V 1.8 E.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Driver's Seat,
Honda HR-V
GAC Breaks Ground in Cebu
Legado Motors, Inc. (LMI), the official distributor of GAC Motor in the Philippines, held a groundbreaking ceremony last March 24 at the future site of its new dealership in Cebu.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
GAC Corporate,
News
MG Philippines to Rock MIAS with Free Concert, Exclusive Offers
MG, the newest brand under The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI) is marking its public debut at the Manila International Auto Show and with that, will rock the World Trade Center with the next round of the MG Live! free concert series.
Filed Under:
Events,
MG Corporate,
MIAS,
News
Volvo to Introduce New Tech, Platform from 2020 to Improve Safety, Reduce Insurance Costs
After announcing that they’re limiting the top speed to 180 km/h on all their cars from 2020 onwards, Volvo Cars is now unveiling two technologies which will increase the safety of their vehicles even more.
Filed Under:
News,
Safety,
Volvo Corporate
Hino Opens in Negros Occidental
Hino Motors Philippines (HMP), the exclusive distributor of Hino trucks and buses in the country, has officially inaugurated its first Negros dealership in Talisay City, Negros Occidental.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Hino Corporate,
News
Maxicare Offers Affordable Healthcare to Lalamove Partners
Maxicare, the premier healthcare provider in the country, has partnered with Lalamove, the leading delivery app, to offer discounted health cards to over 25,000 partner drivers nationwide.
Filed Under:
News
April 1, 2019
Toyota Offers Free Safety Inspection Until April 26, 2019
Doing a long road trip this summer? It’s best to make sure your Toyota’s up to the task whether the trip’s before or after Holy Week.
Filed Under:
News,
Service,
Toyota Corporate
All-New 2020 Hyundai Sonata Debuts 1.6-liter Engine Making 180 Horsepower
After showing off what the 2020 Sonata looks like, Hyundai has now pulled the wraps off Sonata Turbo—the sportier variant of their executive sedan.
Filed Under:
Executive Car,
Hyundai Sonata,
New York International Auto Show,
News
This Is No Joke: the Kia Stinger is Launching at the Manila International Auto Show
Check the launch story and specs here.
Okay, so while other automotive publications will do their best to pull your leg today (it is April 1, after all), here’s one serious bit of news: Philippines, we are getting the Kia Stinger. Yes, read it loud and proud: WE ARE GETTING THE KIA M*THERF*CKING STINGER.
Filed Under:
Executive Car,
Kia Stinger,
MIAS,
News
Buy an Isuzu mu-X, Get a KTM Motorcycle for Free (Yes, We're Serious)
If you’re in the market for a brand-new car, the time to buy it may be at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). Co-presented by BPI Family Savings Bank, there will be special MIAS-only promotions on hand.
Filed Under:
Isuzu Corporate,
Isuzu mu-X,
KTM Corporate,
MIAS,
News
Alonso Tries the Dakar-Winning Toyota Hilux; Calls It Fun (Water is Also Wet)
Ex-Formula One drivers seem to have a lot of free time on their hands. When he’s not racing at the FIA Endurance Championship (WEC), Fernando Alonso is filling up his schedule by testing race cars from various disciplines. His latest foray has him drive the Dakar Rally winning Toyota Hilux.
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News,
Toyota Corporate
Foton Just Showed Off the Production Version of Its Modern PUV
Mid last year, Foton Motor Philippines, Inc., said they were introducing their own version of the Modern PUV. Now, as one of the leading commercial vehicle brands in the country, Foton has finally unveiled the production version of their Modern PUV: the Foton Jeepney or F-Jeep for short.
Filed Under:
Foton Corporate,
Foton CV,
News,
PUV Modernization
Yes, There's Now a Road Rage Package Available for the Nissan Navara
You know Metro Manila’s traffic situation’s hit a new low if companies are now starting to offer a “Road Rage Package.” And before you ask, no, it still doesn’t involve installing a Gatling gun or flame throwers—at least not yet. Instead, we’re talking about some lightweight armoring, you know, to protect yourself against people with guns.
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