SsangYong Motor has been put under court receivership, the Seoul Bankruptcy Court said yesterday, in an attempt to rehabilitate the carmaker after majority owner, Mahindra failed to secure a buyer.
April 16, 2021
SsangYong Put Under Court Receivership
SsangYong Motor has been put under court receivership, the Seoul Bankruptcy Court said yesterday, in an attempt to rehabilitate the carmaker after majority owner, Mahindra failed to secure a buyer.
Hyundai Blurs the Line Between SUVs and Pickup Trucks with 2022 Santa Cruz
Hyundai blurs the line between SUVs and pickups with the global unveil of their first-ever 2022 Santa Cruz—a “Sport Adventure Vehicle” in their parlance.
April 15, 2021
3 Things That Make FOX Shock Absorbers A Great Off-Road Driving Partner
When it comes to choosing a pickup truck, buyers usually look at versatility, utility, and capability as the top factors in making their purchase decisions.
Will You Drive a Car with a LEMON Platform?
Great Wall Motors is yet another Chinese brand that’s looking to go global, and in order to do that, they’re looking to its lightweight platform to help them gain a technological edge. However, before they do so, they should reconsider its rather unfortunate name: the LEMON platform.
Are You Willing To Get Paid P145k To Swap Your Old Car For An E-Bike?
Are you willing to get P 145,000 as an incentive to go from four wheels to two? Well, if France’s lawmakers have their way, it might happen.
Lexus PH Offers Sizzling Deals on ES Sedan
Lexus Philippines is offering some sizzling deals on the ES 350 until the end of the month.
New Car Sales Tanked 21.1 Percent in March
The effect of the DTI safeguard bond has been felt by the Philippine automotive industry. After showing some positive signs for the first two months of 2021, motor vehicle sales tanked 21.1 percent in March.
Ranking Car Brands That Pass (or Fail) Their Road-Worthiness Tests
With the Philippines trying out a more stringent motor vehicle inspection (yes, it’s that PMVIS again), it’s interesting to know which car brands typically pass or fail these road-worthiness safety tests.
Mazda's Rotary Engine Set for 2022 Return in the MX-30
Mazda is taking a multi-solution approach to electrification. Aside from its fully-electric MX-30 which arrives for the U.S. state of California later this year, it will also introduce a traditional hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and even the return of the rotary engine as a power generator for a range-extended hybrid.
Foton Tornado Trucks Now Ready to Serve as Vaccine Transport
As the world fast-tracks the production of COVID-19 vaccines, the main challenge is to transport them to their destinations reliably and safely. This is where Foton and their new line of refrigerated trucks come in.
Watch The Fast & Furious 9 Trailer Here
Buckle up and watch the latest trailer release of Fast & Furious 9 (or F9, if you prefer the stylized title) below.
2022 Honda Civic: This is It
After showing it off as a design prototype, Honda has finally shown what the production 2022 Civic looks like, and here’s your first look.
April 14, 2021
BMW Opens Flagship Greenhills Showroom
SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp., the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, is proud to announce the completion of the latest and largest BMW dealership facility in the Philippines.
SMC to Accelerate Construction on Skyway Extension South-Bound
Following the opening of the Skyway Extension’s four-kilometer northbound section to the public last Sunday, San Miguel Corporation (SMC) said that construction of the project’s southbound section will advance and move at a faster pace—in time for completion by the third quarter of this year.
The 2022 Nissan GT-R NISMO Exposes Some Skin
Nissan just updated its ultimate sportscar, the GT-R Nismo for 2022 by adding a new exclusive color and handling goodies, while cutting its weight even more.
All-New 2022 Land Cruiser to Sport Lexus Twin-Turbo Engine, 10-Speed AT?
Toyota can’t seem to keep a lid on leaks, as Japan-based forums now have detailed information on the all-new Land Cruiser (aka 300-series Land Cruiser) which is expected to hold its global debut by the second half of 2021.
The Chinese Have Done It Again and This Time They've Ripped the Volkswagen Beetle Off
China is still proving itself to be the wild west of the automotive world. While some Chinese brands have invested big bucks on strengthening its own brand image by hiring foreign talent, others are still stuck blatantly copying the design of more established makes.
Mazda3 is the Canadian Car of the Year for a Second Straight Year
The Mazda3 has been named the Canadian Car of the Year 2021 by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada or AJAC.
Could SsangYong be Saved by Chery Auto's U.S. Plans?
UPDATE: SsangYong is now under court receivership (4/16).
SsangYong may have found a savior through a very unlikely source: Chery Auto. That’s assuming of course, Chery’s U.S. distributor, HAAH Automotive Holdings pushes through with their supposed plan.
Volvo Cars, SAIC to Use NVIDIA Chips to Drive Self-Driving Tech
Volvo Cars and SAIC join the growing ranks of automotive and transport companies which will use NVIDIA-based chips to power their next-generation autonomous drive vehicles.
The Ford Mustang is the World's Best-Selling Sportscar for 2020
The Ford Mustang—which celebrates its 57th birthday this year—is the world’s best-selling sportscar yet again marking the second straight year it’s on top of the sales charts. This is according to the most recent registration data from IHS Markit.
April 13, 2021
The Chery Tiggo 7 PRO's Gearbox is Voted as One of the World's Best
Chery Auto’s CVT25 gearbox, found in the 2021 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro was awarded as one of the Top 10 Transmissions in the World. The recognition was bestowed by the China-based Automobile Evaluation Academy.
Review: 2020.5 SsangYong Rexton 4WD AT
In 2019, when the SsangYong Rexton first arrived, it created a stir by beating out the Nissan Terra 4x4 VL in a comparison test. Two years later, SsangYong gave its flagship 7-seater a slight nip-and-tuck in what’s to be officially called a 2020.5 update.
Caltex, PayMaya Announce Winners of #ScanToPay Promo
Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), and digital financial services leader PayMaya gave away P 700,000 worth of prizes to raffle winners who paid using PayMaya QR for their transactions at Caltex stations nationwide.
LRT-1 to Pause Operations on April 17-18, 24-25
The Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) announces the temporary suspension of LRT-1 operations for two weekends in April 2021 to continue the maintenance works needed for a better and improved LRT-1 experience.
Honda PH Launching City Hatchback This April 20
Missing the Honda Jazz already? Don’t worry. Its spiritual successor, the first-ever 2021 Honda City Hatchback has an official Philippine debut, and the wait will not be long: April 20, 2021.
Hyundai Reveals All the Details on the 2022 Staria
After showing off its futuristic design, Hyundai has revealed more details about its all-new 2022 Staria “Purpose-Built Vehicle” or PBV, including its powertrain and launch timeline.
Ford Adds Stormtrak and Wolftrak to Ranger Line-Up
Ford is continuing to capitalize on the global popularity of its Ranger pickup truck by introducing two new limited-edition models.
Changan PH Says No to DTI Safeguard Bond, Continues with Discounts This April
The new kid on the block, Changan is saying no to the DTI safeguard bond making it easier to drive home a brand-new car without paying extra. What’s more, you can still enjoy the introductory price offer with a discount of up to P 70,000.
David Beckham is the New Face of Maserati
A century of mixing innovation, design, and passion has driven Maserati to create iconic vehicles. Today, that recipe kicks up into higher gear with the arrival of a new brand global ambassador, David Beckham.
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