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October 25, 2020

NLEX, SCTEX to Allow RFID Installation on the Day of Their Trip

Following San Miguel Corporation’s lead, the Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) announced that vehicles passing through NLEX, SCTEX, and its other tollways may get their EasyTrip RFID beyond the November 2 deadline set by the Department of Transportation or DOTr.

These Brands Now Offer Online Recall Checkers

Every carmaker is committed to upholding the highest quality of their products and services, and maintaining transparency is important in prioritizing customer safety. As vehicles become increasingly complex, there are cases where manufactured vehicles have concerns with certain parts which may affect its overall performance. This is why carmakers issue Service Campaigns or Recalls.

Mazda PH Also Issuing Recall For Faulty Fuel Pumps

There’s no end to the faulty fuel pump recall. Bermaz Auto Philippines, the official distributor of Mazda vehicles in the country has confirmed that they too will have to issue a preventive service campaign.

Operated tollways of San Miguel Corporation (SMC)—the Southern Tagalog Arterial Road (STAR), South Luzon Expressway (SLEX), the Skyway System, NAIA Expressway, and the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX)—is ready to implement full cashless toll collection on November 2, as mandated by the government, the company said in a statement.

Hyundai Philippines has been quiet lately, but they’ve turned a complete 180 degrees by throwing a virtual launch party for their 2021 Venue sub-compact SUV. A response to the growing demand for affordable small crossovers, the Venue slots below the Kona in both price and size.

As Kia Philippines widens their lineup with the recent introduction of the Stonic crossover, the Ayala-backed local arm for the Korean automaker is also expanding its reach—this time, focusing on the customers at the east of Metro Manila with the opening of Kia Marikina.

As far as future products go, this is purely a flight of fancy. But with Mazda’s collaboration with Isuzu already producing the all-new BT-50, what could a potential 7-seater SUV based off the upcoming mu-X possibly look like?

Seven years ago, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) made headlines in October by bringing in the Mirage G4—the sedan version of the well-received Mirage hatchback, providing extra practicality for those who want a trunk.

The winner of Miss Universe Philippines 2020 is going home with more than just a title—she’s also going to be given the keys to a brand-new, top-of-the-line MG ZS Alpha Crossover SUV.

Lexus resisted it for a while, but they’re finally going full-on EV, and their first serial production vehicle to get the treatment? The UX compact crossover. Dubbed the UX300e, it goes on sale in Lexus’s home market of Japan.

Whether it’s for work, travel, or the family, personal cars play a crucial role for many Filipinos as it enables the mobility they need to best provide for themselves and their loved ones.

Honda Cars PH Moves Sub-Compact Sedan Goalpost with All-New 2021 City (w/ Specs)

Honda Cars Philippines wants to turn the tide against the prevalence of sub-compact crossovers by giving its 2021 City the most dramatic and most feature-packed transformation yet. The fifth-generation in Honda’s storied line of sub-compact sedans, the all-new City redefines the segment in every imaginable way.

Aside from the all-new 2021 City, Honda Cars Philippines used the occasion of its 30th anniversary celebration to also update its best-selling compact SUV, the CR-V. For 2021, the CR-V gets sophisticated-looking styling along with a host of new safety and convenience features.

It’s official: Subaru is turbocharging the Forester once again for 2021. Officially called the Forester Sport in Japan, it joins the line-up alongside the e-BOXER gasoline-hybrid variant.

With cemeteries, memorial parks, and columbarium ordered shut from October 29 to November 4, some may opt to start visiting their departed loved ones earlier or later than the usual Undas break; this even as the IATF is limiting non-essential travel.

On the occasion of its second year in the Philippines, The Covenant Car Company (TCCCI), the exclusive distributor of MG vehicles in the country has revealed that its compact crossover, the MG ZS has achieved a sales milestone by crossing the 5,000-unit mark in just two years.

Amid a global pandemic with its significant impact on business in 2020, Interbrand a global brand consultancy company released their annual list of the 2020 Best Global Brands (BGB) ranking.

Nissan Confirms: First-Ever Magnite Going Global

Should the upcoming Hyundai Venue and recently-launched Kia Stonic be afraid? Nissan has confirmed that its Magnite sub-compact SUV will be destined for global markets.

J.D. Power has released its 2020 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), and it paints a very surprising picture; one where Daihatsu has managed to topple Lexus as the most dependable Japanese brand.

After releasing the Veloster N and i30 N, Hyundai has unveiled the newest addition to its full-blooded N family: the all-new i20 N. Inspired by Hyundai’s WRC rally car, the i20 N promises fun-to-drive characteristics thanks to its heightened engine performance and technology innovations centered around dynamism and handling.

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October 25, 2020

NLEX, SCTEX to Allow RFID Installation on the Day of Their Trip

October 24, 2020

These Brands Now Offer Online Recall Checkers

October 23, 2020

Mazda PH Also Issuing Recall For Faulty Fuel Pumps

Skyway, SLEX Operator Extends RFID Switch to November 30

Hyundai PH Brings in 2021 Venue with Prices Starting at P 915k (w/ Specs)

Kia Opens Marikina Service Center

Should Mazda Offer the CX-70 as a Fortuner, Everest Fighter?

The Mitsubishi Mirage G4 is Cheaper Now Than When It Launched in 2013

Miss Universe Philippines 2020 to Bring Home a Brand-New MG ZS

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October 22, 2020

Honda Cars PH Moves Sub-Compact Sedan Goalpost with All-New 2021 City (w/ Specs)

Honda Cars PH Upgrades CR-V for 2021 (w/ Specs)

Subaru Brings Back the Turbocharged Forester for 2021

Prestone PH Warns Against Fake Brake Fluid

In Just 2 Years, MG Has Sold Over 5,000 ZS SUVs Already

Toyota Emerges as Best Automotive Global Brand for 2020

October 21, 2020

Nissan Confirms: First-Ever Magnite Going Global

Daihatsu Overtakes Lexus in Vehicle Dependability

Hyundai's WRC-Inspired 2021 i20 N Hits the Road