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September 8, 2020

Each New Mazda Vehicle Now Comes with 5 Years Free Periodic Maintenance Service

Continuing its celebration of the brand’s 100th Anniversary, Mazda Philippines changes the paradigm in customer service once more by upgrading its industry-leading Free Periodic Maintenance Service (PMS) coverage from three to five years.

Mitsubishi Motor Philippines has quietly brought in a refreshed version of its Xpander MPV. While the limelight is still firmly focused on the top-trim Xpander Cross, the rest of the range adds some visual tweaks and convenience features.

When Toyota launched the all-new Fortuner way back in 2016, some thought that the design looked a bit too effeminate. And while a refresh this year did toughen the looks a tad, there are still those who wanted something tougher. At these times, the aftermarket scene always obliges.

Delayed from late April, the Beijing Auto Show (Auto China) is set to begin on September 26, 2020. This makes it the sole survivor (so far) of all the major international auto exhibitions. Whether anyone attends is another matter.

Isuzu has just started exports of the all-new D-Max last September 1, 2020. Sadly, the first market to receive the full model change won’t be the Philippines. It’ll be Australia.

Do you remember the Mitsubishi Fuzion? For a time, it was touted as an alterative to the then newly-launched Toyota Innova nameplate way back in 2005. Well, you’d be surprised that 15 years on, it’s still alive, spawning this rather odd-looking pickup truck too.

The Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) headed by President Henry Lim Bon Liong donated 6 brand new SWAT Vehicles to the City of Manila. The Toyota Hilux units were modified by Overland Kings to meet the needs of the Manila Police Department’s Special Weapons Action Team (MPD-SWAT). This is the organization’s way to give back to the community and support the government’s efforts against crime and terrorism.

Early this year, Toyota president Akio Toyoda sent a heartfelt greeting to Mazda on their 100th anniversary. In it, he recalled the time when he participated in the Mazda Roadster (MX-5) 4-Hour Endurance Race where he actually finished ahead of the Mazda works team.

With the help of a 2020 Porsche 718 Spyder, Chloe Chambers is now a Guinness World Records holder for Fastest Vehicle Slalom.

Pepsi Chooses the Suzuki Carry

Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI) chose the Suzuki Carry to deliver their products to consumers nationwide. The beverage giant specifically chose the light commercial truck for its size, maneuverability, and features.

What happens when you’re a fan of both the Ford F-150 and Tesla? Well we have one possible answer thanks to this Bosnian fan.

Just about every car brand has talked about car servicing in “the new normal.” Talking about disinfection, sanitization, proper social distancing measures, and all that has become so common place that to discuss again here would be like beating a dead horse.

Just how far can you go with the Ford Ranger? With an 80-liter tank size, Ford officially says it’s possible to go more than 800 kilometers per tank of diesel. But leave it to two guys when went further with just one mission: to find out how much mileage they can squeeze out of a single tank.

In case you missed it, Mazda has been undergoing a premium transformation. While the movement is still anchored pretty much on their award-winning design, they’ve also managed to level up in terms of trim and standard equipment. Having said that, a handful of their cars got stuck in no land’s land—neither premium nor affordable. One such vehicle is the 2020 Mazda2.

By naming its team Alpine from the 2021 season, Renault has chosen to put the colors of French excellence at the heart of Formula 1. Already recognized for its records and successes in endurance and rallying, the Alpine name naturally finds its place in the high standards, prestige and performance of Formula 1.

Get the Hyundai Tucson for as Low as P 934k This Week

If you’re looking for the best deal on a brand-new car, look no further than this special one-week promo on the Hyundai Tucson.

Never Worry About Gas Bills with Mitsubishi PH's 2021 Outlander PHEV (w/ Specs)

After being previewed at several motor shows and events, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines has finally fulfilled its promise, and has officially launched the 2021 Outlander PHEV. This is nine months after its announcement at a dealer conference last January.

The Honda Odyssey Gets a Second Refresh for 2021

It’s hard to believe but the current Odyssey has been around since 2013. Launched in the Philippine market in 2015, it’s undergone one refresh to date. Well, better make that two because Honda’s executive MPV is getting yet another refresh for 2021, and this one will be the most substantial yet.

You asked and we obliged. After comparing the 2021 Ford Territory versus its Japanese and Korean rivals, we’ve decided to do a part two. This time, we’re pitting it against its rivals from a similar country of origin: China.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) announced that the company was able to achieve its 300,000-unit sales milestone within its August selling month.

Staying committed to providing highly reliable products and services, Hino Balintawak and Hino Pasig dealers stay abreast of the needs of its customers by upgrading their facilities. This initiative is supported by Hino Motors Philippines (HMP), the exclusive distributor of Hino trucks and buses in the country.

After the launch of the Renegade and Compass plug-in hybrids, Jeep is expanding its electrified vehicle offering by launching the Wrangler’s first-ever electrified variant: the Wrangler 4xe. Confirmed for a global launch in early 2021, it will be the most capable, technically advanced, and eco-friendly Wrangler ever.

After the demise of the Commander in 2010, the lack of a three-row SUV was a glaring hole in the Jeep product portfolio. Well, that hole has now been plugged with the re-introduction of a familiar nameplate: the 2021 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.

Christmas comes early for Kia as their Worth the Drive Deals this September gives buyers a great head start into getting their Kia vehicle at amazingly low downpayment or monthly amortization terms or with huge cash discounts.

After previously announcing a partnership surrounding their electric vehicles, General Motors and Honda have deepened their alliance by announcing that they will do-develop and share platforms and engines.

SMC to Clean, Rehabilitate Pasig River as Part of Proposed PAREX Project

San Miguel Corporation’s proposed P 95.4-billion Pasig River Expressway (PAREX) will now offer a solution within a solution: it will include the clean up and rehabilitation of Pasig River.

Car maintenance shouldn’t take a backseat, even if the country is going through an on-again, off-again lockdown. Since most of us have gotten back on the road, one way or the other, it’s important to keep your car’s fluids fresh to make sure everything runs smoothly.

“Changes call for innovation, and innovation leads to progress.” This is a good mantra for businesses especially with the “new normal” brought about by the pandemic. Nissan has taken this to heart by kicking-off a new brand logo unveil, emphasizing its focus on providing safer mobility, improving digital customer experience, and continuously driving exciting innovations such as their virtual showroom.

A year before the Jaguar E-Type, two years before the Ferrari 250 GTO, and three years before the Porsche 911, there was the Volvo P1800. Now, inspired in a “what if moment,” Volvo’s go-fast division, Cyan Racing (formerly known as Polestar) has developed this resto mod P1800 Cyan to give it a strong sporting credential.

A material used in airplanes, rockets, and sports cars may find its way into more mass-market cars thanks to a new production process developed by Nissan.

Last year, Mitsubishi turned heads when they showed off their new rally car based on, of all things, the Xpander MPV.

It’s the curtain call for Honda’s unbelievably generous “Great Deals, Bright Tomorrow” this month. This is the last chance to get huge cash discounts, and even special low all-in downpayments on select MY2019 and MY2020 models.

Hyundai has just released the first images of the all-new 2021 Tucson. The newest iteration of Hyundai’s best-selling compact SUV, it’s dropping in this month.

It’s the Ber months, and you know what that means? Jose Mari Chan and of course, the best deals you can get on a brand-new Subaru. Start driving safer and with more confidence with Subaru’s feature-packed compact SUV at prices that are almost unbelievable.

With travel restrictions in place due to the coronavirus pandemic, we’re all itching to travel once more. If you’re a Mitsubishi fan, the company’s new headquarter showroom, “MI-Playground” (pronounced “My Playground”) could be worth the visit if you find yourself traveling to Tokyo.

Keys? Check. Cape? Check. Introducing Batman and The Riddler to Waze

Waze, the everyday driving platform bringing together drivers to outsmart traffic, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) and DC, is introducing some epic forces of good and evil to the road in Batman and The Riddler.

After a short tease, Hyundai has finally shown the 2021 Kona sub-compact SUV in full, and we certainly like what we see.

Owning a Toyota gets even more rewarding. For Toyota owners who know anyone looking to level up their drive, Toyota Referral Rewards is the program for you.

Geely is launching a new pickup truck, and it has been spied prior to its release later in the year. The leak came no less from the Chinese Ministry of Industry which showed off what’ll be called the Farizon FX.

Peugeot is updating its 3008 compact SUV for 2021 allowing it to adopt the French carmaker’s newest design language. It also carries an updated suite of tech that’ll allow it to maintain its lead in Europe’s compact SUV segment.

Responding to a new generation of clients, both in age and attitude (according to the carmaker, the average age of its owners is now 43), Rolls-Royce has now released its all-new Ghost. The super luxury sedan not only fulfills the hallmarks of the brand, but also carries a sense of dynamism as well.

Mark your calendars, sportscar fans: Nissan is going to show off its all-new Z this September. The announcement has been officialized by the Japanese carmaker as it dropped an official teaser which you can watch below.

Geely Philippines is back on track in making it easier for Filipinos nationwide to access Geely’s products and services, one new dealership at a time. Following the opening of the Geely Quezon Avenue in July, Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP) has announced another dealership opening: Geely Cagayan de Oro (CDO).

Toyota May Soon Offer a Rear View Mirror-Integrated Dashcam

With the advent of camera-based rearview mirrors, it was only a matter of time when a company decides to integrate a digital video recorder into it as well. Well, that time is now and the company is Gentex.

As exciting and fulfilling it is to purchase your very first car, the task of doing so is not as simple as it may seem. Several consideration comes into play to secure best value for the investment. Preferred style, performance, comfort, fuel efficiency and cost are among the top criteria that first time intenders needs to ponder about.

Forget listening to Jose Mari Chan songs, the “Ber months” are here, and to celebrate, why don’t you head over to your nearest Mercedes-Benz dealership instead. The German brand is giving as much as P 1 million discounts on their best-sellers from September 1 to 30, 2020.

For the third straight year, Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) Commercial Vehicles (CV) was recognized by Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) as the Best in Aftersales Operations 2020, besting over 50 distributors of Hyundai Trucks and Buses worldwide.

When Mazda showed the all-new, D-Max-based 2021 BT-50 last June, it was lacking in mechanical detail. While they did mention what the powertrain was and some key specs like payload being in excess of 1,000 kilograms, it didn’t have the sort of specs that off-road enthusiasts would be looking out for.

While it’s known for its off-road ability, Toyota has now detailed the on-road performance improvements to the 2021 Land Cruiser Prado, specifically when fitted with the new 2.8-liter diesel engine.

K-pop supergroup and Hyundai global brand ambassadors BTS have released a new song, “Ioniq: I’m On It,” as a collaborative first with the Korean automaker. It’s a follow up to Hyundai’s brand launch of campaign of Ioniq, it’s newest dedicated EV brand.

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