The World Rally Championship (WRC) will undergo a major change in 2022 as its top tier cars move on to a drivetrain powered by a mix of an electric motor and an internal combustion engine.
April 4, 2021
WRC to Move to Hybrid Power by 2022
The World Rally Championship (WRC) will undergo a major change in 2022 as its top tier cars move on to a drivetrain powered by a mix of an electric motor and an internal combustion engine.
April 3, 2021
Could the Refreshed MG5 Look Like This for Global Markets?
Late last year, MG showed off the all-new MG5—their compact car with a 173-horsepower heart. Now available for the Chinese market, of course, it had people asking how a potential global version would look like. Well, we now have the answer. Sort of.
Indonesia Expands Tax Breaks to Larger Cars to Boost Auto Industry
Last month, in a bid to spur its local automotive industry, Indonesia cut its luxury tax on selected vehicles to zero; a month later, they’re now looking to expand that tax cut’s coverage.
April 2, 2021
Honda Says the All-New HR-V is What Its Customers Want
Just as they did with the Jazz / Fit, Honda is putting consumer attitudes front and center with their all-new HR-V. With that, they’ve changed their overall approach to create a compact crossover that’s human-centric.
This Toyota Land Cruiser Will Save Lives
With several vaccines requiring very specific storage requirements, it begs to question how these can be transported to remote areas of the world. Well, Toyota may have an answer to that with this specially converted Land Cruiser 78.
Book an Appointment to See the World's Fastest SUV, the 2021 Audi RS Q8, From the Comfort of Your Home or Office
Is MG Going to Build a Sportscar to Rival the Mazda MX-5?
The MG brand has made a comeback with crossovers and SUVs such as the MG ZS, but historically, they are known for two-seat sportscars such as the MGB. It’s a history they’re about to re-explore with their newest concept car: the MG Cyberster.
April 1, 2021
Car Owners Say Michelin is the Best Tire Brand for 2021
Michelin is the most satisfactory brand when it comes to OE (Original Equipment) tires in every category beating the likes of Bridgestone and Goodyear. This is according to the 2021 J.D. Power Original Equipment Tire Customer Satisfaction Survey.
Hyundai's First-Ever Pickup Truck, the Santa Cruz is Coming April 15, and This is Your First Look
Two years after green lighting it for production (and a further four when it was first announced as a concept), the production Hyundai Santa Cruz pickup finally has a global reveal date: April 15.
The 2021 Nissan Patrol NISMO is Your 428-Horsepower High-Performance SUV
The Philippines may still be waiting for the refreshed Patrol, which made its world debut in September 2019, but time doesn’t stand still for Nissan which just released the sporty 2021 Patrol Nismo.
March 31, 2021
"Voltswagen" Stunt Backfired on Volkswagen
This is why Germans aren’t known for their sense of humor. A day after Volkswagen of America said it was renaming its operations to “Voltswagen of America” in their EV push, they’ve now fessed up that it’s all a marketing stunt.
What's Going on with Subaru Dealerships?
Today marks the last day of Subaru Alabang, almost a decade since it opened under the management of the ANC Group.
The Mazda CX-30 is the Antidote to Digital Fatigue
In this busy world, consumers of all generations are engaged in a silent battle to disconnect from work and social media—and the devices that keep them tethered to both. Millennials are no different.
Toyota PH Sales Are Up, Production Down for First 2 Months of 2021
Toyota Motor Corporation has seen its sales rise globally by 9 percent, driven primarily by its strong sales in China and Japan.
Toyota GR Yaris Selected as One of the World's Best Performance Cars
In a move that will certainly increase its street cred even more, the Toyota GR Yaris has been selected as one of the Top Three finalists for the World Performance Car of the Year 2021, beating the BMW M2 CS and X5 M / X6 M in the process.
The 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness Has More Ground Clearance Than a Pickup Truck
Subaru has introduced its most rugged, most off-road capable Outback ever: the new 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness.
March 30, 2021
The Lexus LF-Z Electrified Opens a New Chapter In Their History
Lexus is writing its next chapter starting with its LF-Z Electrified—a concept battery electric vehicle that will realize the premium brand’s performance, styling, and technologies by 2025.
The 2022 Kia EV6 GT Can Challenge Supercars in a Drag Race
Kia may have already shown off its first dedicated battery electric vehicle, the 2022 EV6, but they’ve saved the best info for last: it’s coming with a high-performance GT version.
Global Nissan X-Trail to Get a 250-Horsepower Turbocharged Engine
It’s been almost a year since the all-new Nissan X-Trail debuted for the North American market as the Rogue. Now, global markets will finally see how Nissan’s compact SUV shapes up with a worldwide debut set for the Auto Shanghai in April.
The Mazda3's Chief Designer is Now Head of Design at Mazda North America
Yasutake Tsuchida, the guy behind the World Car Design of the Year 2020 winner Mazda3 has been appointed as Senior Director of Design at Mazda North American Operations or MNAO. In this role Tsuchida will oversee design operations, including next-generation vehicle planning and brand strategy development.
Volkswagen Shoots Down Idea That All-New 2022 Ford Ranger Will Look Anything Like This
Volkswagen has shot down ideas that the upcoming all-new Ford Ranger will look anything like its Amarok pickup truck. This, as the German automaker released a second sketch (see lead photo).
Will MINI Abandon JCW Models With All-Electric Push?
Previously, The BMW Group announced that it’s going electric, and the first brand to do so would be MINI. With MINI’s urban positioning, it will debut its last combustion engine in 2025, and by the 2030s will only sell purely electric models.
Volkswagen to be Renamed Voltswagen? (UPDATED)
In what was originally seen as an advanced April Fools’ Day joke, Volkswagen has confirmed that it is seriously and really re-branding its electric vehicles as “Voltswagen” in a move to differentiate it from its internal combustion engined counterparts.
Audi Shines a Light on Advanced Lighting Technology
In less than two decades, cars have shifted from halogen to HID to LED lighting. At the forefront of all this, Audi has been one of the leaders in the transition—using lighting technologies not just to give it a high level of function, but also a strong and unique design identity.
March 29, 2021
Look: TRB Holds Site Acceptance Test for Skyway Stage 3
The Skyway Stage 3 reached a new milestone as the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) together with its Independent Consultant as well as Tollway Operator and Project Concessionaire conducted a Site Acceptance Test or SAT to ensure the system’s functionality and readiness.
Chery Sustains Dealership Growth Amid Challenging Times
At a time when survival is the name of the game for many enterprises, and even established brands are struggling, it's a positive sign to see a new brand not just surviving, but even thriving and growing.
Ford Philippines PK Umashankar to Lead Customer Service for International Markets Group
Ford Motor Company today announced that PK Umashankar (‘Uma’) has been appointed director, Ford Customer Service Division, International Markets Group (IMG), effective April 1.
The Big 4 Japanese Brands to Offer Standardized Swappable Batteries for Its Electric Motorcycles
Electric motorcycles just got a much-needed boost as Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Yamaha have all agreed to standardize its battery systems. This paves the way for motorcycles to have swappable batteries allowing for battery sharing and replacement across the big four Japanese brands.
Could This Serve as Inspiration for a Potential 2022 Mazda BT-50 Pangolin?
Late last year, Mazda Philippines gave the current BT-50 its final hurrah: a special appearance package called the BT-50 Pangolin.
When Car is Family: The Story of a Long-Time Mitsubishi Fan
Filipinos have a penchant for treating their cars more than just another mode of transportation. With such a huge investment made into choosing the right car, it’s not uncommon to see these machines become an integral part of people’s lives.
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