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May 17, 2020

Subaru PH Offers 2,000-km Grace Period for Missed Service Due to ECQ


In line with Motor Image Pilipinas’s move to re-open more dealerships with enhanced health and safety protocols, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines is offering owners whose preventive maintenance service (PMS) and/or warranties were affected by the implementation of the ECQ, generous parts and service initiatives.

Subaru PH Dealers Re-Open Starting Monday, May 18; Offers At Home Test Drives for Customers


Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines has announced that its company-owned dealer network will re-open starting Wednesday, May 20, while its franchise dealers will start resuming operations by Monday, May 18. The full list of dealers, operating hours, and re-opening dates is available below.

More Mazda Dealerships Are Ready to Serve Under "New Normal" Conditions


Following the government’s easing of quarantine restrictions, Mazda Philippines is announcing the re-opening of its Luzon-based dealership network. Twenty Mazda dealers will be ready to serve customers starting tomorrow, building from the three that already re-opened in GCQ areas last May 5, 2020 (see full list below).

May 16, 2020

Ford Re-Opens at These Locations Starting May 16


Ford Philippines is opening majority of its dealerships nationwide starting May 16, 2020 while observing strict safety and sanitary protocols to protect its customers and dealer employees.

MG PH Re-Opens Dealerships Starting Today


MG dealers across the country have started to re-open as the government started easing quarantine protocols. Nine MG dealerships have opened today, May 16 with 5 more slated to re-open by Monday, May 18. See the full list below.

5 Things to Check Before Your First Drive in Months


With coronavirus restrictions easing around the Philippines, you may find yourself behind the wheel once more—for essential outings, of course. But after an extended period of non-use, it pays to take these five things in mind to prevent any possible car-related headache.

Chevrolet Finishes Off Trailblazer, Captiva SUVs


With Chevrolet pulling out of the Thai market by the end of the year (including manufacturing), the American carmaker has announced the end of sale of its two SUVs manufactured there: the Captiva and Trailblazer.

Carmakers are Starting to Phase Out MPVs


Already experiencing slow sales pre-pandemic, the coronavirus may spell the end for MPVs. More and more carmakers are starting to drop family-oriented MPVs in favor of SUVs and crossovers. The latest one to join the trend? Renault.

PGA Cars to Go Appointment-Basis Only for Both Sales and Service


On Monday, May 18, 2020, the official and exclusive importer and distributor of Porsche, Audi, Lamborghini, and Bentley in the Philippines resumes physical sales and service operations of the four premium automotive brands as COVID-19 quarantine restrictions in some parts of the Philippines are eased.

Nissan PH Could Replace the Aging Juke with the 2020 Kicks e-Power


The refreshed 2020 Nissan Kicks has been globally launched in Thailand. Together with the sharper look, the sub-compact SUV also brings with it a new engine: e-Power, Nissan’s extended range EV drive. With that, it brings all the advantages of fully-electric drive with no range anxiety. It also has a much more affordable price tag than the Nissan Leaf to boot.

More Honda Cars PH Dealerships Resume Operations Today


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), announces the resumption of its dealer sales and after-sales operations starting May 16, 2020. Complete schedule and dealer contact details are available in the image below.

May 15, 2020

Mercedes-Benz PH to Offer Online Payment Channels, No Contact Home Delivery in New Normal


Mercedes-Benz PH is all set to resume ‘new normal’ operations. The Auto Nation Group, the exclusive distributor Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the country, and the dealer network are working together on their preparation to re-open business. Showrooms and Service Centers in Greenhills EDSA and BGC will resume on May 16, 2020, while Alabang and Cebu will reopen on May 18, 2020.

Geely PH to Offer N95-Certified Cabin Air Filters to All Coolray Owners


In line with Geely’s commitment to offer N95-certified cabin air filters on its Azkarra compact SUV, and MY2020 Coolray crossovers as standard, Philippine distributor, Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP) has good news for existing Coolray owners: they’ll also get the same N95-certified cabin air filters for free.

Honda is Launching the All-New 2021 Civic Soon Says Reports


It’s hard to imagine, but the current Honda Civic has been with us for five years now. Launched in 2016 to massive praise and success, it was refreshed just last year. That’s why when news came out that Honda’s launching the all-new 11th generation Civic very soon comes as a shocker.

A Warning to Car Dealers, Brands: Do This or Die


In times of crisis, auto dealerships should lean on their aftersales service and parts sales to keep them afloat. This lesson has been learned time and time again—during the Asian Financial Crisis in 1997, the Global Financial Crisis in 2007, and now it’s something that can be applied with the softening economy brought on by COVID-19.

Chery Auto PH Launches Smartphone App


Chery Auto Philippines distributor United Asia Auto Group Inc. (UAAGI) announces the launch of its own locally-developed smartphone app.

Kia Says Consider Value, Not Just Price in Buying a New Car


It’s no secret that in the new normal, people may start to look at private car ownership over taking public transportation. For new car buyers, they must be reminded to look beyond the price tag, and instead focus on value; this is where the Kia Soluto sedan shines.

Lexus PH to Launch P 11-Million LC 500 Convertible in Q3 2020


Lexus Philippines has confirmed that they’ll be bringing in the LC 500 Convertible—the brand’s newest aspirational model that’ll become their new halo model. Representative of Lexus’s evolution to becoming a luxury lifestyle brand, the LC 500 Convertible is, ultimately, an expression of ultimate beauty.

Petron Extends Front Liner Fuel Discounts Until End of May


Petron Corporation is saluting all front liners by extending their fuel discounts until the end of May. The largest oil refining and marketing company in the country is offering P 3.00 per liter in discounts on its gasoline products (Blaze 100, XCS, Xtra Advance) and P 2.00 per liter in discounts on diesel products (Turbo Diesel, Diesel Max).

May 14, 2020

Toyota PH to Offer Free Vehicle Sanitation, Extended Payment Terms, and Payment Holidays


As part of their thrust to deliver ever-better products and services to their customers, Toyota Motor Philippines will now offer new services as part of the “new normal.”

Ford PH Gears Up to Re-Open Dealerships After May 15


Ford dealerships across the Philippines are gearing up to re-open after May 15. While 15 dealerships have already opened in areas covered by the general community quarantine (GCQ), the rest, including those in Metro Manila will open under the guidelines set by the modified ECQ.

San Miguel to Resume Work on Skyway Extension on May 15


San Miguel Corporation (SMC) will resume construction of the Skyway Extension project, halted by two months of community quarantine, on Friday, May 15 following the issuance of guidelines by the government’s Inter Agency Task Force (IATF).

Maserati Pays Tribute to Racing Icon Stirling Moss


Maserati is decking out a prototype of its upcoming MC20 super sportscar as a tribute to Sir Stirling Moss, the British motor racing icon who died last April 12 at the age of 90.

Kia Gives Picanto Sharper Styling, New Engine for 2020


Kia has given its city car, the Picanto a refresh this 2020, with tweaked styling, an upgraded engine, and more tech than ever before.

Nissan PH Dealerships to be Disinfected Thrice Daily, to Provide Customers with Free Masks Upon Entry


With Nissan dealerships across the Philippines gearing up to re-open by May 16 (those in GCQ areas have resumed operations as early as May 6), the carmaker has announced new health and safety guidelines to control the spread of COVID-19.

Sole Jaguar Land Rover Dealership in PH to Re-Open on May 16


All British Cars (ABC), the sole authorized dealership of Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles, parts, and accessories in the Philippines, is preparing to re-open its dealership from May 16, 2020 (Sales) and May 18, 2020 (Service and Parts).

Mitsubishi PH Offers Priority Lane, Discounts to Front Liners


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) salutes the front liners in the fight against COVID-19 by offering them priority status at all transactions and services, hefty discounts on oil change services, and free multi-point inspection.

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.