As carmakers struggle with falling sales and halting of production, it’s a matter of time when some end up struggling. The first automaker that may fall victim to COVID-19-related economic slowdown? SsangYong.
April 7, 2020
COVID-19 May Spell the End of the Road for SsangYong Motor
As carmakers struggle with falling sales and halting of production, it’s a matter of time when some end up struggling. The first automaker that may fall victim to COVID-19-related economic slowdown? SsangYong.
April 6, 2020
How A 0.01 Second Difference Resulted in One of the Mazda CX-30's Little Known Trademark Features
One of the more intriguing, but often unmentioned detail in the Mazda CX-30’s design has to do with its turn signal lights. Just as Mazda focused their attention on something as small as car keys, wipers, and doors—starting with their newest model, they’ve done so as well with the blinkers.
Nissan Terra, Navara Production Suspended Until May 3
Nissan announced a temporary adjustment to its Thailand production in response to the continuing COVID-19 outbreak and decreased demand in the automotive market.
Toyota, Mazda Lets the Kids Get Busy With These Paper Crafts
Looking for something to keep the little ones (or even the adults who are young at heart) occupied during the Enhanced Community Quarantine? Well, why don’t you let them build their very own Toyota or Mazda.
Do Hybrid Cars Require Special Care If Not Driven for a Long Time?
With news that the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) may be extended by another 12 to 15 days, one particular group of car owners, those owning gasoline-electric hybrids, may be wondering what will happen to their cars if it they haven’t been used for a long time. Well, Toyota has finally come up with the definitive answer.
Hino Uses Modern PUVs as COVID-19 Front Liner Shuttles
Free shuttle services for health workers and front liners are now operational in Metro Manila through a partnership with Department of Transportation (DOTr) and Hino Motors Philippines.
Since the implementation of the Enhanced Community Quarantine for Luzon, public transportation has been suspended in the entire Luzon island. To ease the commute of these modern-day heroes, free PUV rides have been made operational daily until from 8AM to 5PM. The commuters only have to present their IDs for proper identification.
April 4, 2020
Petron Wants Value Card Holders to Join Them in Fight Against COVID-19
Petron Corporation through Petron Foundation joins in the country’s collective efforts to help health workers standing at the frontlines of the battle against COVID-19.
Hyundai PH Finally Announces Warranty Extension
After being silent for half the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) period, Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc., the official distributor of Hyundai vehicles is finally joining the extended warranty bandwagon.
What Does the Jeep "Trail Rated" Badge Mean?
Today is Jeep 4x4 Day, the annual celebration of the iconic brand, and the freedom of off-road driving that goes with it. In commemoration, Jeep goes behind the brand’s “Trail Rated” badge—a mark reserved for only the most off-road capable models in their line-up.
April 3, 2020
TOTAL PH to Provide Free Fuel to Healthcare Workers, Front Liners
In appreciation for the service of healthcare workers and front liners in the fight against COVID-19, selected Total stations across the country will provide free fuel for them.
Mazda is Giving Its Entire Line-Up the 100th Anniversary Treatment
With Mazda celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, everyone was waiting as to what special edition model the carmaker would come out with. Well, we know that right now. And in a (pleasant but unexpected plot twist), the entire line-up is getting the treatment.
Kia PH to Start Offering Free 24/7 Emergency Roadside Assistance
Kia Philippines shows its support to the Filipino people during this trying period by offering customer assistance programs in line with its Promise to Care slogan.
More Than 2,000 Healthcare Front Liners Avail of SMC's Toll-Free RFID Stickers
Following a move to waive toll fees for all medical practitioners last week, San Miguel Corporation (SMC) reported that some 2,000 doctors and nurses have already availed of toll-free RFID stickers valid at the STAR tollway, South Luzon Expressway (SLEX), the Skyway system, NAIAX, and the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX).
Mazda Puts KODO Design to Work Even in Their Car Keys
When was the last time you heard a car company talk in detail about their car keys? With the exception perhaps of premium carmakers such as Aston Martin, Pagani, or BMW (with their Display Key), most of the time, they’re simply off the shelf components with little regard to its design.
Ford to Produce 50,000 Ventilators in Next 100 Days
Ford, in collaboration with GE Healthcare, says they will be able to produce 50,000 ventilators within 100 days, and up to 30,000 a month thereafter as needed.
PilipinasAuto Sends Dongfeng Modern PUVs to Assist Front Liners
Pilipinas Autogroup, Inc. (PilipinasAuto) is one with the nation in its fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, and salutes all health front liners and essential workers who continue to provide selfless service amidst the threat of the coronavirus.
GM Will Engineer, Make Honda's New Electric Vehicles
General Motors and Honda are jointly developing two all-new electric vehicles for Honda, based on GM’s global EV platform and powered by the American carmaker’s proprietary Ultium batteries.
April 2, 2020
Toyota Motor PH's Car Leasing Plans Could Be Kinto
Late last year, Toyota Motor Philippines laid down plans to offer long-term leasing in a bid to solidify its market share. While no details were provided at the time, we just have to look at our neighbor in Thailand to see that Toyota has done just that with a new brand called Kinto.
15 Audi Movies You Can Binge On During Enhanced Community Quarantine
Well, we’re about halfway through the Enhanced Community Quarantine (hopefully), and if you’ve binged enough of K-Dramas and gone through Crash Landing On You multiple times, Audi’s suggesting a change of pace.
Hyundai to Setup Innovation Center in Singapore
Hyundai is establishing a Hyundai Mobility Global Innovation Center in Singapore (HMGICs) to accelerate its innovative efforts. With support from the Singapore Economic Development Board, construction will break ground in May with completion expected in the second half of 2022.
The MG 6's Celebrating Its 10th Anniversary, So It's Throwing Some Shade at the Honda Civic
MG’s throwing some shade at the Honda Civic. You don’t believe me? Just stare at the header photo, and you’ll see the Civic being overtaken with dirt being kicked up its front bumper by the Chinese carmaker’s “Luxury Internet New Energy Coupe.” If the MG car in question looks familiar it should; we know it better as the MG 6.
Subaru to Halt Japanese Production Until May 1
They held out for as long as they can, but Subaru Corporation has announced that all its plants will shutdown entirely due to supply chain disruptions, and a sharp fall in global demand for new vehicles brought by the COVID-19 pandemic.
April 1, 2020
Chevrolet Delays All-New Tahoe and Suburban to 2021
If you’ve been waiting for the all-new 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban to arrive locally, well, you’ll have to wait a bit longer. Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, General Motors says they’re delaying at least half a dozen models including these two high-profile SUVs.
Meet the Guy Who's Responsible for the Next Nissan Navara, Terra's Design
Ken Lee took the helm of Nissan’s LCV (Light Commercial Vehicle) design team six months ago, and now he shares his vision of where he’ll be taking the brand moving forward.
TAG Heuer is the Title Sponsor of the Porsche Esports Cup
TAG Heuer, which already supports Porsche in the Formula E series, is the new title sponsor of the Porsche Esports Cup, the single-make electronic sports racing championship Porsche initiated with iRacing in 2019. iRacing is the leading provider of realistic online racing simulators.
Honda Cars PH Welcomes New President
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. welcomes Mr. Masahiko Nakamura as its new president, effective April 1, 2020. He will replace Mr. Noriyuki Takakura who will transfer to Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (HATC).
Geely Donates 20,000 Surgical Masks to Department of Health
Geely Holding Group, through the foundation of its chairman, the Li Shufu Charity Foundation, has donated 20,000 pieces of surgical masks to the Department of Health in a bid to support the medical front liners in battling the coronavirus pandemic.
Volvo Celebrates Best Decade Ever Under Geely Ownership
Volvo Cars has its eyes firmly set on the future as it celebrates the 10-year anniversary of its acquisition by Zhejiang Geely Holding (Geely).
Happy 70th Anniversary, Volkswagen Kombi
Known as the Volkswagen Bulli, Kombi, Type 2, or even simply the “hippy van,” the famous people carrier is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Since it rolled off the Wolfsburg production line, there have been six generations and over 13 million sold.
Mazda Just Won Its 9th Red Dot Design Award
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