Auto dealerships and service centers are now allowed to re-open under the Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine or MECQ which will start in Metro Manila, Laguna, and Cebu City on Saturday, May 16 and will last until Sunday, May 31.
May 13, 2020
Auto Dealers, Service Centers to Re-Open Under MECQ
Auto dealerships and service centers are now allowed to re-open under the Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine or MECQ which will start in Metro Manila, Laguna, and Cebu City on Saturday, May 16 and will last until Sunday, May 31.
Commuters Choose Private Cars Over Public Transportation to Avoid Coronavirus Exposure
There may be a silver lining for the auto industry: wary commuters may choose private vehicles over public transportation to avoid exposure to COVID-19. This information is based on information collected by Bloomberg across major cities which have eased lockdowns during the past few weeks.
Toyota CEO Starts to Question Company's Core Philosophy
The COVID-19 pandemic has made Toyota Motor Corporation CEO Akio Toyoda to question the carmaker’s Genchi-Genbutsu philosophy. The phrase, translated roughly as, “go and see for yourself” builds on the idea that in order to solve a problem quickly and more efficiently is to go where they exist and analyze the root cause.
Mercedes-Benz's New Steering Wheel Can Punish You If You Don't Hold It Right
Mercedes-Benz will debut a new steering wheel on the 2020 E-Class that will, among other things, force you to hold it properly.
You Can Now Drive Home a Chery Without Paying Anything
Coinciding with more areas being put in General Community Quarantine (GCQ), auto dealerships are starting to re-open once more. Those looking for a great deal may be in for a treat such as Chery Auto Philippines’s new all-in zero downpayment and free monthly amortization payment schemes.
Should Kia PH Bring in the Land Cruiser Prado Rivaling 2021 Mohave?
Kia may have the World Car of the Year winning Telluride to service the U.S. market, but for the rest of the world, the Korean automaker also has a mid-sized SUV that slots above the Sorento in terms of size and positioning: the Mohave.
May 12, 2020
Hyundai PH to Implement "Odd-Even" Scheme at Dealers, to Begin Home Service
Near empty service bays will be the norm at Hyundai dealerships nationwide as official Philippine Distributor Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) launches its 6-step Hyundai ARMOR program as it begins to resume dealership operations.
Duterte Orders Modified ECQ in High Risk Areas
President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered the implementation of a “Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine” over Metro Manila,Laguna, and other transitioning high-risk areas. Cebu City and Mandaue City though will remain on Enhanced Community Quarantine.
Mercedes-Benz Develops Safety Partition for Its Buses
Understanding that public transport workers such as city bus drivers are among the most susceptible to COVID-19, Mercedes-Benz is now offering a safety partition that can be retrofitted to its existing Citaro city bus.
How Suzuki's Yaramaika Spirit Led to Japan's First Front-Wheel Drive Car
This year marks Suzuki’s 100th anniversary with Michio Suzuki having first started in business in March 1920 with the manufacture of textile looms. These became more advanced and very popular right through to the early 1950s when there was a global decline in the cotton industry.
People are Now Using Their Parked Cars to Get Peace and Quiet
With home quarantine measures in place around the world, some people are finding private space in the most unlikely of spaces: their own car.
Chevrolet "Tech Eyes" to Help Dealers Solve Complex Vehicle Repairs
Chevrolet service technicians at dealerships across the Philippines will soon be utilizing online “Tech Eyes” support from The Covenant Car Company, Inc.’s (TCCCI) Technical Assistance Center (TAC) engineers to solve complex vehicle repair problems more effectively. “Tech Eyes” is part of Chevrolet’s Complete Care commitment to provide a superior ownership experience for its customers nationwide.
Philippines Will Receive These Face Masks Produced by Jeep's Parent Company
Jeep’s parent company, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) will be sending much-needed facemasks to the Philippines. This is after the auto giant re-allocated its Comau facility in China to begin production of up to 3 million face masks per month.
LTO to Re-Open on May 13 in GCQ Areas
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has announced the opening of its offices in areas covered by the General Community Quarantine (GCQ) starting next week.
Volkswagen PH Announces Warranty Extension
Volkswagen Philippines, recognizing the restrictions to the motoring public’s movements during the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) imposed by the government since mid-March due to the COVID-19 outbreak, has announced that warranties on Volkswagen vehicles expiring within the period of the ECQ would be extended for three more months, or up to August 31, 2020.
May 11, 2020
Toyota Accidentally Confirmed a Subaru WRX Rivaling GR Corolla
After releasing the 272-horsepower GR Yaris to the world, Toyota is looking to expand its family of go-fast cars. The likely candidate? The Corolla.
Is the P 567k Geely Binrui Coming to the Philippines?
A quick look at Geely Philippines’s official website reveals that aside from the Coolray crossover and the Azkarra SUV, the Chinese car brand is looking to add at least three more cars to its line-up (see photo below). Based on their silhouette, the additions could be another SUV, an MPV, and a sedan. While the recently-launched 7-seater Haoyue seems like a no-brainer, what about the other two?
Look: LRT-1 Operator Preps Trains, Stations Against COVID-19
Preparations are in full swing as the Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) anticipates the resumption of the LRT-1 operations. This is after the Department of Transportation (DOTr) released new safety guidelines for mass public transportation once the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) enforced in Metro Manila is lifted.
Petron Now Setting Fresh Vegetables at These Two Locations
San Miguel Corporation (SMC) has opened its first local farm produce stands in two Petron stations as it prepares to open more such stores throughout Metro Manila to help provide outlets for local farmers to sell their crops during these difficult times.
COVID-19 Helps LTFRB Fast Track Bus Route Rationalization
If there’s one positive thing to come out of this COVID-19 pandemic, it actually fast tracked the LTFRB’s plan to rationalize the local public transportation system, particularly the buses.
May 10, 2020
Japan Tightens Foreign Ownership Rules on Key Companies
The Japan’s Ministry of Finance has now released a list of companies subject to tighter foreign ownership rules in step with the U.S. and Europe’s increased scrutiny of industries they deem key to national security. The list includes all major automakers from Toyota to Mazda.
May 9, 2020
LTO Issues Preliminary Guidelines on Renewal of Expired Driver's Licenses, Registration
After announcing that driver’s licenses that expired during the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) are automatically extended by 60 calendar days after work resumption, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has now released more guidelines covering the registration of motor vehicles.
Suzuki Auto PH to Begin Home Delivery of New Vehicles
After almost a month-long halt in dealership operations, Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH) has finally re-opened some of its auto stores. And to take precautionary measures that will avoid the spread of COVID-19 among its employees and customers, SPH made sure to set forth Dealership Reopening Guidelines.
Foton, Chery Dealer Employees Receive Financial Aid from Distributor
United Asia Automotive Group, Inc., (UAAGI) the exclusive distributor of Foton and Chery vehicles in the Philippines has extended financial support to all of its dealers’ employees amid the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent implementation of the Enhanced Community Quarantine.
May 8, 2020
LRT-1 Cavite Extension Restarts Work; Portion of Cavitex-Paranaque Bridge to Close Until May 22
LRT-1 private operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) has resumed work on the 11.7-kilometer Cavite Extension Project after receiving the green light from the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) and Department of Transportation (DOTr) to carry on with select repair and infrastructure works while the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) is still in place.
Toyota PH Now Operates a Free On-Demand Shuttle Service for PGH Medical Front Liners
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is now supplementing its fleet of lent out media units to medical front liners with the help of Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF). Starting in mid-May, they will be providing sanitized, just-in-time transportation services for health care front liners at the Philippine General Hospital.
Lamborghini Shows Off the 2020 Huracan Evo RWD Spyder
Lamborghini made history by marking its first car launch to be done virtually, and with the help of augmented reality. The vehicle that made history? The new 610 horsepower Lamborghini Huracan Evo Rear-Wheel Drive Spyder.
Ford Tests Its Paint Against Bird Poop
With not much driving going on (and car detailers closed), cars may experience one problem: getting struck and stuck with bird poop. That is, unless you’re in a Ford.
2020 Jeep Wrangler Tips Over During Crash Test
The 2020 Jeep Wrangler tipped over during its safety certification test. It happened during the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)’s driver-side small overlap front crash test and is clearly seen in the lead photo above (see video below). This results in the Wrangler earning a “marginal” rating for the test.
BMW PH to Hold Facebook Chat Session to Answer Customer Questions
On Monday, May 11, BMW Philippines will host a simultaneous live chat session with select dealer partners, allowing the network to engage with existing and aspiring BMW owners. Select BMW dealers will be standing by to communicate with participants for two hours in the morning (10 AM to 12 NN) and two hours in the afternoon 3 PM to 5 PM).
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