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July 16, 2020

The Apex Edition is a Reminder That the Toyota Corolla Altis Looks Good Dropped

If you want proof that the current Toyota Corolla Altis would look better dropped, here. This 2021 Corolla Apex Edition could serve as your aftermarket inspiration.

Lotus owners who want to enter the digital age can with company’s new ‘plug-and-play’ Digital Instrument Pack.

Just a day after its global reveal, the Ford Bronco is showing off its aftermarket potential. The first to put his hat into the ring? Long-time Ford tuner Saleen Automotive.

The New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) launched its new assessment protocol for 2021-2025 last year. The third assessment protocol (2021-2025) comprises four pillars of assessment: Adult Occupant Protection (AOP), Child Occupant Protection (COP), Safety Assist (SA), and Motorcyclist Safety (MS).

Since resuming physical operations following the easing of quarantine restrictions, PGA Cars, Inc., official importer and distributor of Porsche, Audi, Lamborghini, and Bentley in the Philippines, has been practicing even more stringent sanitation protocols as it places in highest priority the health and safety of its clients, guests and workforce.

Manila to Baguio in Just 3.5 Hours? It's Now Possible

San Miguel Corporation officially opened the final section of the 89.21-kilometer Tarlac Pangasinan La Union Expressway (TPLEX) that covers Pozzorubio, Pangasinan to Rosario, La Union.

Even bigger news than the launch of its all-electric Ariya SUV is this: Nissan’s new corporate logo. Previously leaked by a patent filing connected to the next-generation Z car, the Japanese carmaker has instead decided to move up its debut to the Ariya.

After showing it off as a thinly-disguised concept at last year’s Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan has finally unveiled the production version of its first all-electric, zero emissions SUV: the 2021 Ariya. And sadly, it looks like a bore.

The Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors, Inc. (AVID) maintained its trek toward a better normal in June 2020, posting 3,697 units in sales, or a 198 percent increase from the 1,239 units sold in the previous month.

Normally shying away from heavy discounting, Lexus Philippines is now being offered with special deals in order to spur up sales, and partly to battle their German counterparts who have been on a discounting galore since March. For the month of July, Lexus models come with special financing packages at 30 to 50 percent downpayment, with zero percent interest for up to 48 months.

Kia Philippines is announcing a recall of selected Carnival and Sorento models to fix a possible short circuit problem on the anti-lock braking system module.

The stars align as Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the country is offering three ownership options as they celebrate the annual Tanabata Festival this month.

With almost every automaker now introducing their own version of a high-efficiency air filter or cabin air quality management system, Rolls-Royce knows they have to go a step further; after all, they are the pinnacle of luxury.

Bird poo. It’s one of the things that car dealers and owners fear most. If left on car bodywork it can cause all sorts of harm including etching marks, lacquer damage, and faded spots.

Is Toyota PH Launching the Refreshed Vios This Month?

Update 3: It has been launched. Get all the details here (7/25).

Update 2: Toyota Motor Philippines confirms it. (7/21).

Update 1: It has been spied (7/16).

Toyota Motor Philippines sure isn’t wasting any time. A month after their first digital unveil with the 2020 Wigo, the country’s number one automaker is at it again and this time, they’re revealing something on Saturday, July 25.

Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) announces that it will be providing a free booking service application, SWATRide, for point-to-point (P2P) buses plying the UP Town Center / Glorietta 3 route from July 20, 2020 to October 20, 2020. With the gradual resumption of public transportation in Metro Manila, TMP expands its efforts to improve the commuting experience of Filipinos, especially as they transition and fully integrate into the “new normal” (check the step-by-step guide below).

Last May, Mazda celebrated its 100th anniversary on racing video game Gran Turismo Sport by offering its RX-Vision GT3 Concept as a downloadable car. Along with a special race event, the Japanese carmaker together with Polyphony Digital launched a livery design contest. Two months later they’ve announced the winners.

Ford completes its family of Bronco SUVs with its smallest offering—the Bronco Sport. Not to be mistaken for the full-fledged Bronco, the Bronco Sport is a completely separate model built to carve a niche in the small SUV segment currently popularized by the likes of Subaru XV.

Ford unveils the 2021 Bronco, including a classic two-door and first-ever four-door, the flagship of an all-new family of rugged off-road vehicles.

A lot of factor comes in when choosing the right tires for your car. Believe it or not, your lifestyle is one of them. Can’t pick which tire you should get? Here’s the only guide you need based on your driving habits.

Not even a global pandemic could stop the relentless march of modernization with the country’s leading truck maker.

Suzuki Philippines (SPH), rolls out the Shall We Home Test Drive to be able to continue to give their customers a chance to experience their vehicles without having to go out of their own homes to pick-up their chosen unit. Now test drives are as easy as going online and can be booked through this link.

Honda has signed an agreement with Tesla battery supplier CATL to form a strategic alliance on next-generation batteries that will be used on its electric vehicles.

For FCA, the sure way to grab headlines is to stuff a V8 engine into anything. They’ve done that with the Charger, Challenger, Durango, and now, the Jeep Wrangler. Currently a concept, Jeep says the new Rubicon 392 Concept may pave the way to a production model coming soon.

Refreshed 2021 Honda CR-V Inches Closer to PH Launch

The 2021 Honda CR-V is slowly inching its way to the Philippines. After being shown in the U.S. as well as in Japan, Honda’s refreshed compact SUV has also been shown in Thailand. With the Philippines sourcing units from the Kingdom, it’s highly likely that this is representative of what’s arriving in a couple of months.

After showing off the exterior design of its all-new 2021 Carnival, Kia has now shown what the interior looks like, and it looks even more impressive.

For any product to succeed, not just of the automotive variety, they must fulfill some basic requirements. Called “hygiene factors,” they’re the simplest set of values that consumers expect even before they’ll consider a purchase. Let’s consider a can of corned beef—the most basic requirements would be that: it’s affordable, well-packed, and edible. So, while the “can affords” would rather have Delimondo coating their tongues, a can of, say, Argentina should suit the hygiene factors for canned meat. Where are we going with this, you ask?

In their first-ever face-to-face press con since the pandemic, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) turned over its initial donation of medical personal protection equipment (PPEs) raised through its “Isuzu Kasama Mo” campaign.

Announced during its global unveil two years ago, Jeep finally says its monster diesel engine is now officially available on its Gladiator pickup truck. This boosts its fuel efficiency to deliver the model’s highest driving range ever.

The guys who can transform a Ranger into an F-150 Raptor have done it again. This time, they’re giving the world something that Ford won’t even do: an Everest inspired by the F-150 Raptor.

2020 Jeep Gladiator Lands in PH, Prices Start at P 3.890M (w/ Brochure)

After over three decades, Jeep is producing its first pickup truck, and that offering, the 2020 Gladiator is now comes to the Philippines with two variants, the Sport and Rubicon, starting at P 3.890 million.

Drive home an Xpander or Mirage G4 today through a low down payment plan and get 2 months amortization for free. This deal is made by Mitsubishi Motors Philippine Corporation (MMPC) to aid would-be buyers during these most trying times.

If the 5-year warranty and 5-year free PMS on the Ranger Raptor isn’t your cup of tea, Ford Philippines is also offering its other models including its Expedition and Explorer at special deals until July 31, 2020.

CTEK, the world’s smartest battery charger/maintainer is now available on Lazada Philippines. With reduced driving, this can help drivers keep their 12-volt car battery in great shape, or even revive dead ones.

Customers who will purchase a Ford Ranger Raptor this month will get a worry-free ownership package valued at P 100,000.

Volkswagen Philippines, in line with the market shift to e-commerce is now offer its vehicles online via Lazada Philippines. To give its clients the best deals, Volkswagen PH will also be providing its exclusive discounts purchased through the online retailer.

This is Not a Drill: the 2020 Kia Sorento has a P 430k Discount This Month

Yesterday, Kia Philippines was highlighting its low all-in downpayment or low monthly offers on entry-level cars such as the Picanto and Soluto; that’s great given that around 70 percent of Filipino car buyers go with financing anyway. But what if you’re a little more monied? Will you get better deals if you pay in cash?

The Honda Civic Type R Limited Edition has set a new lap record for a front-wheel drive production car at the Suzuka International Racing Course (Suzuka Circuit), lapping the famous track in 2 minutes 23.993 seconds (watch the entire lap below).

Just over four years since Aston Martin announced its investment in a brand new manufacturing facility at St Athan in Wales, the first Aston Martin to be “Made in Wales” has been driven off the production line.

The easing of quarantine measures in the Philippines, and the subsequent requirement for some to head back to work means that finding a safe, comfortable means of getting around has become of utmost importance.

China is considering to mandate mandatory in-car air quality standards which could protect the health of drivers. A report from Reuters show.

Commercial vehicle and truck specialist Foton continues to bolster its presence nationwide as it makes a southern push with the opening of Foton Iloilo in Western Visayas.

In its next teaser nugget, Maxus Philippines has confirmed what engine its 8-seater compact MPV, the 2020 G50 is getting—and enthusiasts will love it.

Despite Challenges, Kia PH Confident of Maintaining Spot as Top 10 Best-Selling Car Brands

Behind every dark cloud, they say, lies a ray of hope. The current COVID-19 pandemic that has gripped the world during the past few months has taken its toll on the local economy. The fear of the virus, along with the lockdown, have caused general weakness of consumer confidence, as well as numerous businesses closing shop. This is further aggravated by the challenges facing two major contributors to the country’s economic performance, the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) and the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry.

If you see life as a series of choices that lead to your ultimate destination, then you can do no wrong when choosing one of Lexus’s leading luxury SUVs. For adventurous individuals with the most discerning tastes and the highest standards, these are the models that we invite you to explore.

Kia Philippines President Manny Aligada understands that one of the biggest hurdles to Filipinos’ acceptance of the Korean car brand is parts, or more particularly, the lack of it.

Hey Kia Philippines, please don’t beat around the bush. Despite the shadowy teaser, we know exactly what you’re releasing in the fourth quarter of this year: it’s the Stonic B-segment crossover.

Toyota has unveiled an all-new crossover that slots between its C-HR and RAV4: the 2021 Corolla Cross. Expressing a strong sense of sportiness, agility, and robustness it promises spaciousness and comfort in the compact crossover class populated by the likes of the Subaru XV, Mazda CX-30, and Honda HR-V.

This is the Sián Roadster, a limited edition open-top hybrid super sportscar that’s the most powerful to ever come from Lamborghini. With its development centered around the V12 engine, it also packs a unique hybrid drivetrain. You want one? Well, that’s too bad. All 19 examples have been sold.

Around the globe and even in the Philippines, business owners are trying their best to adapt to the “new normal” lifestyle, because getting back on their feet allows them—and their respective communities—to thrive during this global pandemic. But adapting to the new normal might be challenging, as this means working round-the-clock while taking precautionary measures for the quality goods and services they’ve been accustomed to providing.

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