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July 22, 2020

Ford's One-Off Mustang Mach-E Shows What a Future Racecar Could Be

Ford is showing off what its new electric powertrain can do. After showing the powertrain in drag racing form, the Mustang Mach-E 1400 is now ready to race and/or drift with its 1,400-horsepower seven-electric motor setup and high downforce package.

In a move that mirrors Volkswagen, BMW, and Nissan, Toyota has introduced a new brand design featuring a reworked version of the company’s brand logo and typography. The look is being rolled out in Europe; it’s currently not known whether other markets will adopt the new design.

Two years on from its market introduction, the Urus, the Lamborghini Super SUV, has reached the important milestone of the 10,000th car produced.

Volvo Cars is delaying its planned merger with Geely due to its sister company’s plan to list in Mainland China.

Toyota Motor PH Confirms: They're Launching the 2020 Vios on July 25

Update: get all the info here (7/25).

After a teaser and a subsequent leak, Toyota Motor Philippines had no choice but to reveal their mystery launch on July 25: it’s the 2020 Vios. And in their newest teaser, we finally have a better look at the revamped front-end.

As far as Chinese car brands go, Foton is one of the more decent ones. They’ve made in-roads here in the Philippines for their commercial vehicle line-up, and in fact, for the past two years has been in the Top 10 or Top 11 best-selling brands (depending if you count MG Philippines’s miraculously appearing numbers). Suffice to say, they’re not immune to the entire copycat thing. Meet the Foton Big General—a rather blatant copy of the Ford F-150 Raptor.

A new user behavior study conducted by Carousell, one of the world’s largest and fastest growing classifieds, shows that Filipinos largely adapted to the lockdowns around the country by making the best of what they have, through buying and selling.

Jeep is hitting the electrified trail with the launch of their first-ever plug-in hybrid models. Dubbed “4xe,” it pairs an emissions-friendly plug-in hybrid powertrain with the brand’s legendary off-road capability. The first model to get it? The Renegade and Compass.

Talk about being stuck between a rock and a hard place, or in this case, between a plastic pillion. The country’s largest association of motorcycle manufacturers—Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association, Inc. (MDPPA) has bashed the government’s plan to require the installation of a physical barrier between riders as a method to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Personal mobility has become a priority in these challenging times. Now that containment measures are gradually being withdrawn in the country, a new reality is starting to take shape. Social distancing is here to stay to ensure our safety and well-being.

The Lipa City government recently distributed Nissan Navara pickup trucks to 40 of its barangays as part of strengthening their respective response teams.

The King of Off-Roaders is Here: the 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Glass Launches for P 10.890M

Since 1979, the G-Class has always thrilled its fans with its outstanding driving characteristics and impressive off-road capabilities. Even 40 years later, the iconic off-roader of Mercedes-Benz has evolved further while retaining its character and uniqueness.

Let’s get one thing out of the way first: the Mazda3 edition100 isn’t the same as the Mazda3 100th Anniversary Edition model. The latter is made to celebrate Mazda’s centennial, while the former is a special edition made to commemorate the Mazda3’s win as the World Car Design of the Year. Oh, and another thing: while it’s unsure whether the Philippines will get its hands on the 100th Anniversary Edition models, it’s sure that 50 of these non-serialized edition100 will be made available at Mazda dealerships nationwide. Makes sense? Good.

Toyota is giving their Camry mid-sized sedan a nip and tuck for 2021. Unveiled first for the North American market, it gives a preview of what’s to come for other markets including the Philippines sometime in the first half of 2021.

Following the recent introduction of the 2021 911 Turbo S, the 2021 911 Turbo Coupe and Cabriolet are now making their debut.

The Lexus ES and LS are the Epitome of Japanese Hospitality

In this new normal, people have come to value certain things more than they ever have. For the most discerning customers, it’s giving priority to things like safety and security. These are also the very qualities that Lexus has set out to perfect ever since its inception. This desire began with its two core vehicles: The Lexus LS flagship sedan and the Lexus ES. Both of these cutting-edge models were present at the very beginning of their brand’s heritage story, and their evolution continues. These two Lexus luxury sedans embody their unrelenting spirit and showcase our unparalleled craftsmanship.

The next-generation Sorento has started to roll off the production line. Confirmed by Kia Motors, the first batch of their mid-sized SUV is destined for Europe.

Buy MINI Lifestyle Items on Lazada Philippines

Whether at home or out and about: you can give rise to special moments on a day-to-day basis with the MINI Lifestyle Collection—now available on Lazada Philippines.

That didn’t take long. While Ford is still basking in the glory of its recently launched Bronco SUV, one Chinese automaker has been busy trying to copy it.

With the launch of the 2021 Bronco, Ford is taking the fight to the Jeep Wrangler. One of its main weapons against its storied foe is this: the segment’s first 35-inch tire with beadlock-capable wheels. And their chosen partner for their go-anywhere adventure? Goodyear.

In a lead up to SMC Tollways-operated expressways (Skyway, SLEX, STAR, TPLEX) shifting to electronic cashless payment as early as October, motorists can now choose to load their Autosweep RFID online.

First it was Thailand, now it’s Europe. The Corolla GR Sport Sedan is now going global. As the first Eastern European GR Sport (which is coincidentally, the spec typically chosen by Toyota Motor Philippines for the local market), the Corolla GR Sport adds unique trim, alloy wheels, and seats for a sportier feel.

Ford Reveals Philippine-Spec Territory's Engine, Interior, Variants

Ford Philippines’s tease of its upcoming Territory SUV continues. This time, the carmaker has shown what the local spec interior looks like.

Volkswagen and its Chinese joint-venture partner SAIC Motor is investing 4.13 billion yuan (P 30.5 billion pesos~) to revamp its car plant in Shanghai in preparation to add a new brand to its portfolio: Audi.

Hyundai’s all-electric SUV, the Kona Electric has reached an important sales milestone: its global sales have breached the 100,000-mark.

Nissan has finally shown its B-segment SUV in full. The Magnite is designed specifically for the Indian market and slots below the Kicks and Juke in terms of size, going against the likes of the Ford EcoSport.

Maserati Unveils First-Ever Electrified Model: the 2021 Ghibli Hybrid

Maserati reveals its first electrified model: the 2021 Ghibli Hybrid, marking a new era for the Trident Brand.

The Toyota Hiace, the country’s number one utility van, works even harder with the addition of a Cargo Variant. The Hiace Cargo is everything customers love about the Commuter except that now, it transports load instead of passengers. By providing a seat-less option, the Hiace further expands its service to more industries.

While the Philippine automotive market is still on its way to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, Geely Philippines is one shining beacon in an otherwise depressed industry. Based on the latest CAMPI and AVID sales reports, Geely Coolray has emerged as top selling 5-seater sub-compact SUV selling 154 units last June.

You better get used to it: the Peugeot (Groupe PSA) and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) merger will have a new corporate name: Stellantis.

3D printing technology is already used at Porsche in prototype construction, manufacturing spare parts for classic sports cars as well as in other areas. In cooperation with its partners Mahle and Trumpf, the sports car manufacturer is now establishing a new milestone in the use of additive manufacturing processes for highly-stressed drive components—for the first time, the pistons for the high-performance engine of the 911 flagship model, the GT2 RS, are now also being produced with a 3D printer.

Update 2: It has launched. Get all the details here (7/25).

Update 1: Toyota Motor Philippines confirms it (7/21).

As the official countdown begins to the launch of the refreshed 2020 Vios on July 25, leaks are bound to happen. And as far as they go, this one’s managed to spoil a big part of the story.

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.

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