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May 16, 2019

This is How Japan's Only Chauffeur-Driven Car is Made


In Japan, the riches and most powerful men aren’t driven in a Rolls-Royce or a Lexus, they are driven around in a Toyota Century. Marking only the third-generation model to date, in a nameplate that started in 1967, the Toyota Century is considered as Japan’s only exclusively chauffeur-driven automobile.

Fuso Trucks and Buses Appoints New Distributor in Philippines


Fuso trucks and buses has a new Philippine distributor under Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation. Headed by its President and CEO Takatsugu Nitanai, it’s a 100 percent owned subsidiary of Sojitz Corporation, a Japanese general trading and investment company engaged in diversified businesses around the world.

May 15, 2019

Men in Black Choose the 2020 Lexus RC F


The protector of Earth from alien scum has a swanky new ride. With Sony Pictures’ Men in Black turning a new chapter with Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson replacing Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones in Men in Black: International, they need a car with sophisticated styling, power for high-speed pursuits, and of course, the most advanced alien-fighting technology. Enter the Lexus RC F.

Isuzu Philippines and Wuerth Enter to Parts Partnership


Stretching the full potential of its parts sales business, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) entered into a one-year partnership with the Philippine’s division of the Wuerth Group starting April 1, 2019.

McLaren Just Built Their 20,000th Car


It may be a relatively young upstart next to Ferrari and Lamborghini, but McLaren has reached a very important milestone: they’ve managed to hand-assemble their 20,000th vehicle.

May 14, 2019

The 2019 Formula V1 Challenge Kicks Off This Weekend


The Philippines’s homegrown single-seater race series is back for a second season. The 2019 Giti-Formula V1 Challenge kicked off the race calendar with an official launch.

Mazda Teamed Up with an Iconic Photographer to Produce These Stunning Pictures of the All-New Mazda3


What do you get when you pair the 2019 Mazda3 with one of the most influential photographers of this generation? These stunning images (see all the photos at the bottom).

Review: 2019 Mitsubishi Xpander GLS Sport


The family car for Filipinos has changed its shape and form over the past 30 years or so. Everything from compact sedans to AUVs, MPVs, and SUVs were all considered, at one point, the practical means of transport. Today, that mantle goes to the small MPVs like the Mitsubishi Xpander. With Manila’s horrendous traffic, rising fuel prices, and reduced purchasing power, does this MPV have what it takes to win the hearts and minds of the modern-day Filipino family?

May 13, 2019

Honda Cars Offers Free 50-point Vehicle Check, 50 Percent Off Selected Parts


It’s summer and that could only mean more road trips. Whether you’re heading to the beach or somewhere cooler, Honda Cars Philippines is giving you the chance to make sure your Honda’s in tip-top shape with its Honda Summer Check promo.

Korean Ambassador Lauds Hyundai Philippines for Advancing Tech, Korea-PH Partnership


Over the last few weeks, Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai passenger cars and commercial vehicles in the Philippines received praise and support from no less than His Excellency, Han Dong-Man, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the Philippines.

Isuzu Philippines Introduces Genuine Battery Line


In a bid to further lower their vehicles’ running costs, Isuzu Philippines introduces a new range of Isuzu Battery as part of their beefed-up Isuzu Genuine Parts catalog. The new battery range is offered in 7 sizes, and offers higher quality at lower prices.

May 12, 2019

Volkswagen Teases First All-Electric Vehicle: the ID.3


Months before its world premiere at the IAA International Motor Show, Volkswagen has revealed the first model in its new ID all-electric vehicle family: the ID.3.

This One-Off Watch is Made with Parts from a Nissan Race Car


Known for making timepieces using car parts, REC Watches and Nissan have collaborated on a unique piece for racing driver John Morton.

Honda Civic Type R Breaks Another Lap Record


The Honda Civic Type R has proven itself to be a formidable track weapon by breaking another lap record, this time at the Mount Panorama, Bathurst race circuit in Australia.

May 10, 2019

Ford Lied About Transmission Problems, Passed Blame to Customers


Ford may be facing a potential USD 4 billion (~ P 208 billion) liability concerning its PowerShift dual clutch transmission after indications rose that the American carmaker practically lied about its defects to unload cars with the faulty gearbox only to then blame the drivers for the problems they experienced.

Toyota Owners Who Convince a Friend to Get a Vios Can Get Rewarded


Starting this month, convincing a friend to get a brand-new Toyota Vios may get you some exciting rewards as Toyota Motor Philippines is launching its Toyota Referral Rewards program.

Mazda is Developing Its Own Family of Inline-6 Engines


It looks like Mazda is going to defy convention once again and while they’re at it, they’ll be raising their middle finger to the likes of Toyota. After Toyota resorted to using a BMW engine for its venerable Supra sportscar (because an in-house inline-6 would have been a nightmare to produce), little automaker Mazda has confirmed that they’re making their very own inline-6 engine and get this, it’ll come in both diesel and gasoline flavors.

Next-Generation Honda Jazz to Debut at Tokyo Motor Show


In a bid to quicken their company’s embrace of electrification, Honda took a three-prong approach when it came to its gasoline-electric hybrid. Depending on the size and positioning of its vehicle, Honda came up with i-DCD, i-MMD, and SH-AWD. Now, it seems i-MMD may take the lead.

May 9, 2019

Ford Philippines Continues Deals on Everest, Ranger, EcoSport, and Ranger This May 2019


Ford Philippines is continuing special deals for the Everest, Ranger, EcoSport, and Ranger this May.

TransSportShow 2019 is Slated on May 23 to 26, 2019


The car show that spans generations of car enthusiasts is back this May 23 to 26, 2019 at the SMX Convention Center by Mall of Asia. Presented by Phoenix Fuels, the 2019 TransSportShow is anticipated to be another grand exhibition of restored and customized show cars by the leading automotive shops in the country.

Here's a Closer Look at the 2019 Toyota Avanza (w/ 21 Photos)


As expected, Toyota Motor Philippines used its annual Road Trek media ride and drive to introduce the refreshed 2019 Avanza. The country’s second best-selling MPV model (the first being the Innova), the Avanza has sold over 100,000 units since 2006. Moving forward, this refreshed model aims to continue offering the best value proposition along with a sleeker, modern style.

May 8, 2019

Selected Chevrolet Vehicles Covered by Takata Airbag Recall


The Covenant Car Company, Inc., the official distributor of Chevrolet vehicles in the country says that certain models are found to be affected by the global Takata airbag recall.

The Isuzu D-Max Boondock is Returning This Month


Remember that special-looking D-Max that Isuzu Philippines showed off at the Philippine International Motor Show last year? Well, it’s finally heading into production and it’ll be officially called the D-Max Boondock.

Last Few Units of Turbocharged Subaru Forester Saves You Close to P 300,000


Still holding out on that Subaru Forester XT? Well, Motor Image Pilipinas still has a few units left of the previous-generation SJ model, and for the month of May, they’re making it more enticing by throwing in an STI-inspired sports kit for free!

Volkswagen (Kind of) Admits: Stick Shifts Can Double as Anti-Theft Device


It was just going to be a matter of time: manual gearboxes can now be classified as an anti-theft device. Well, at least if you take a gander at this new ad from Volkswagen.

These are the Prices, Colors, and Specs of the 2019 Toyota Avanza


UPDATE: Here are more photos of the 2019 Avanza (5/9).

A few days after Toyota Motor Philippines opened the order books on the refreshed 2019 Avanza, the small MPV has started rolling into showrooms. And as they always do, leaks start to trickle out. It turns out, Toyota will be offering the Avanza with two engines and five trim levels. Let’s check them out.

May 7, 2019

Latest Version of Android Auto Rolls Out Soon


Apple CarPlay users may think they’re getting all the love, but there’s some good news for all Android Auto users out there. Google has announced that in a few months, they’ll be rolling out a completely redesigned version of the in-car smartphone interface.

Can't Take the Summer Heat? Too Bad You're Not in a Chevrolet


The hot, dry season started early this year, according to PAGASA. Moreover, summer temperatures in Southeast Asia are forecast to be hotter than normal this year, according to the ASEAN Specialized Meteorological Center (ASMC).

If You Want to Win at This Racing Event, Drive a Nissan


Accepted as South Africa’s equivalent of the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the United Kingdom, the Knysna Speed Festival gave birth to the Simola Hillclimb. Vying for the fastest time up the 1.9-kilometer track, it draws racers from all corners of the world. Wherever they come from though, 8 out of 9 of them chose to race in a Nissan.

PIAA's New OTO Style Horn is Gift-Ready at Just P 900!


After launching it at the Manila International Auto Show, PIAA Philippines announces the availability of its OTO Style Horn. It will soon be on sale at Blade Auto Center branches and other leading car accessory shops nationwide.

CW Home Depot Adds More Volkswagen Santana to Fleet


Volkswagen Philippines recently turned over 9 Santana sub-compact sedans to CW Home Depot. This recent acquisition by the pioneering home construction and renovation store brings the total number of Volkswagen vehicles in its fleet to 17.

Customer Service Guy is Ford Philippines's New President


Ford Motor Company announced the appointment of PK Umashankar (‘Uma’) as managing director, Ford Philippines, effective July 1. Umashankar is currently serving as director, Customer Service Division, Ford ASEAN, based in Bangkok.

Review: 2019 Mitusbishi Strada 4WD GT


If you want to know how fickle the Philippine car buying public is, take a look at the fate of the Mitsubishi Strada. Once celebrated as one of the best-selling pickup trucks in the country, a weird re-design in 2015 alienated buyers, shifting them towards other makes and models. A facelift two years after that and a new engine helped the slide, but by that time the tide couldn’t be turned. This brings up the 2019 Strada—a return to design form for Mitsubishi.

May 5, 2019

Mazda Philippines Has Implemented a Change with Their Service Schedule


Continuing its pursuit of building cars that create kizuna—or the lasting, almost inseparable bond with its owner, Mazda Philippines has announced a change to its Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS) program that covers all vehicle releases this month onwards.

Ferrari Rolls Out Ferrari Premium Service Certification


After rolling out the Ferrari Approved pre-owned certification program, Ferrari Philippines will soon offer Ferrari Premium, an exclusive maintenance service that’s a step towards receiving the coveted Ferrari Classiche certification—a certification that testifies the authenticity of modern-day classic cars.

Nürburgring-beating Alfa Romeo Stelvio Now Available in the Philippines


Fulfilling their promise to bring in the Stelvio, Petromax Enterprises, a reseller of Abarth and Alfa Romeo in the Philippines, announces the availability of the world’s fastest SUV.

Isuzu Turns Over 11 Vehicles to Universal Fuel Solutions


In a formal ceremony last April in Cortez, Bohol, wholesale and retail fuel distributor Universal Fuel Solutions received two EXZ and three FVM trucks, and six mu-X midsize SUVs from Isuzu Bohol.

May 3, 2019

BREAKING NEWS: Toyota Philippines Opens 2019 Avanza Order Books


UPDATE: Here are the prices, specs, and colors (5/8).

The wait won’t be long for the refreshed Toyota Avanza to arrive. In a Facebook teaser post, Toyota Motor Philippines has confirmed that they have opened the order books on their venerable body-on-frame sub-compact 7-seater.

Toyota 86 Embraces Japanese Roots with Hakone Edition


Last February, Toyota showed off the Toyota 86 finished in the motorsports-inspired British Racing Green. It was originally supposed to be a JDM model only until Toyota USA raised their hand and said, they wanted one as well. Here now is the Toyota 86 Hakone Edition.

The Isuzu D-Max XTR Proves the Europeans Get the Good Stuff


Man, the streets in Europe must be something else since they actually love pickups that can go off-road over there. After showing off the Ranger Raptor rivaling D-Max AT35 Safir, Isuzu is now unveiling the D-Max XTR which the Japanese carmaker calls the “most sophisticated and authentically capable version.”

Get the 2019 Subaru Outback at 20 Percent Down, 36 Months to Pay at Zero Interest


All attention may be on the all-new 2019 Subaru Forester, but there’s a special offer ongoing for the Outback which may make it an enticing purchase this May.

Honda Cars is Expanding to Las Pinas


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. announces the groundbreaking of its 40th dealership in the country last April 12, 2019. Honda Cars Las Piñas (HCLP) will operate full sales and service function and will be located in KM 17 real St. Alabang Zapote Road, Talon 2, Las Piñas City.

Skip the Traffic, Feel Like the 1 Percent with This New Helicopter Ride Sharing Service


Want to skip traffic and feel like how the 1 percent live? Well, now you can with Ascent, a tech startup that’s now offering, get this, helicopter ride-sharing to various destinations in Metro Manila and the surrounding provinces.

May 2, 2019

Mitsubishi's Developing a Trail-Ready Montero Sport


Remember a month ago, Mitsubishi showed off the Strada (aka L200/Triton) Absolute? It’s supposed to be an off-road ready version with widen tracks, increased suspension travel, and of course, meaty all-terrain tires. Well, it looks like the Japanese automaker is considering the same treatment for the Montero Sport.

Someone Just Transformed His Porsche from a 996 to a 991 Model


Ah, the Porsche 911 “996 series”—the one with the “fried egg” headlights. Though it featured huge technological advancements for the 911 (the first water-cooled engine for one), it was largely unloved because it looked too much like a Boxster, and well, it suffered from some engineering issues.

The 11-Year Old Dodge Challenger Just Beat the Chevrolet Camaro in Sales


Okay, so everyone knows that the Ford Mustang has retained its crown as America’s (and the world’s) best-selling sportscar. But who’s at Number 2 and Number 3? Hard to believe but a 10-year old car just beat a 3-year old one.

Here's How You Can Unf*ck Waze


If you’re a regular Waze user, you’ll notice that the app’s been fucked up this past week. After the latest update, it’s been defaulting to a route that takes twice or even thrice as long.

May 1, 2019

The Previous-Generation Toyota Hiace is Back...as a Mazda


Mazda may be best known for their passenger cars, but they did come up with a one-box van called the Bongo. It’s sort-of an oddball since it was based on a lot of things throughout its five-generation history being based off a Ford, a Mitsubishi, and a Nissan. Now, believe it or not, it’s based off a Toyota.

Isuzu Just Built a D-Max to Rival the Ranger Raptor


Who knew an Isuzu D-Max could look so badass? Well, here is the 2019 D-Max Artic Trucks AT35 Safir and the best part? It’s actually a production model.

You Can Drive Home a 2019 Honda Brio for As Little as P 28,000


In celebration of the 2019 Brio’s arrival, Honda Cars Philippines is announcing special all-in low downpayment options covering selected variants of their new subcompact hatchback.