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May 6, 2021

This Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition Fetches P 6.62 Million

It’s official: this Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition owned by Mitsubishi Motors UK is now the world’s most expensive Lancer Evolution after it drew a top bid of £100,100 (P 6.70 million) at auction. It beat out the £99,000 (P 6.62 million) hammer price for a Lancer Evo IX set in the US in 2017.

Clean Up Your Lexus With Their Sanitation Promo This May

These days, cleanliness and wellness are important not just for one’s self but also for your vehicle. Luckily, Lexus owners can give their car a clean bill of health with the Lexus Sanitation promo for you to create more amazing experiences on the road.

After introducing its 7-seater Evoltis (albeit in a very subdued manner), Motor Image Pilipinas is ready for its next product salvo, and that’s in the form of the refreshed 2021 Subaru XV.

China is the world’s biggest auto market, so it was just a matter of time when they’ll get into the supercar game. Well, that time is now, and the first entrant is from First Automobile Works or FAW with their 2024 Silk-FAW Hongqi S9. And in a surprising plot twist, they’re building it in Ferrari’s backyard.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Let’s make the extraordinary women in our lives feel extra special by showing love and appreciation to your mom and wife this Mother’s Day with a brand-new Mercedes-Benz. Whatever personality she has, Mercedes-Benz got one that suits her.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation is recalling selected units of its Traviz light-duty truck due to an issue with its turbocharger oil pipe.

Unfazed by obstacles and challenges in a difficult time, the largest commercial vehicle manufacturer in Asia, Foton, drives the world in a new era of reliable mobility and transportation as it reaches over 10 million units sold globally.

Volvo Sets New Industry Benchmark In Safety

Volvo has set a record by having its entire line-up certified as a Top Safety Pick Plus (TSP+) from the American Insurance Institute for Highway Safety or IIHS. Volvo is the only brand to receive the highest crash safety rating across its entire range.

Ford has established a formal supplier code of conduct that applies clear expectations in areas related to human rights, the environment, responsible material sourcing, and lawful business practices for every member of the company’s supplier community.

This year may be Honda’s last year in Formula One (again), but they’re going out with a bang.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is welcoming summer safely with its BLOWBAGETS promo. Inspired by the popular mnemonic, IPC advocates the importance of keeping Isuzu vehicles in tip-top shape and condition under the care and expertise of its certified technicians to further help keep drivers and passengers safe on the road.

Last year, Rolls-Royce revealed a more contemporary identity for the brand, driven by their ever-younger client demographic and lifestyle. Now, that visual identity has translated on how they will plan their showrooms forward. Instead of traditional showrooms and dealerships, they will turn them into houses of luxury.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) recognizes the need for safe and reliable transportation during these times. Vehicle sanitation has become more important to ensure the safety of the drivers and passengers by helping reduce the risk of virus transmission.

Honda Shows Off Design Direction of All-New Second-Generation BR-V

After much speculation and some teasers, Honda held the world premiere not of the all-new Mobilio or BR-V, but of a new concept car that gave the world a glimpse of the upcoming second-generation BR-V (style-wise, at least).

Racers from around the nation have gathered this year for the 2021 Toyota Gazoo Racing GT Cup organized by Toyota Gazoo Racing and hosted by Toyota Motor Philippines. For the first round of the competition, potential overall champions are already starting to etch their name up on the board.

Late last year, Mazda Philippines released a special edition of its long-serving BT-50 pickup truck to raise awareness on the plight of the Philippine Pangolin—a critically-endangered species endemic to Palawan. At the time, the appearance package was exclusive to the 4x4 variant. For 2021, they’re now making it available in 4x2 guise as well.

How ever you look at it, the Lexus NX is a product born from “conquest marketing.” The term, which revolves around convincing potential buyers who would otherwise not be your main base, aptly describes who Lexus is going for with this premium compact SUV. Lexus’s expansion has been methodological, if a bit slow. Starting with just one large sedan, the LS and one large SUV, the LX, they’ve expanded to cover the mid-sized segment with the ES sedan and RX SUV as well. But with their rivals from Munich, Stuttgart, and Ingolstadt all going one segment lower, Lexus had to get into the party, and thus, the NX was born.

Goodyear announced that the Goodyear Philippines, Inc. (GYP) retail and service center Goodyear Autocare was recently hailed as the Gold winner of the 2021 Reader’s Digest Quality Service Award under the tire retailer category, highlighting the commitment and dedication of Goodyear Autocare’s dealership network in delivering the best level of service to its valued customers.

Harley-Davidson of Manila is expanding its portfolio in the country with the introduction of the 2021 Harley-Davidson Pan America Special 1250.

After implementing a 5-year free preventive maintenance service program last year for all brand-new Mazda vehicles sold, Mazda Philippines is now going a step further by offering two years of extended free PMS coverage to customers who weren’t originally covered by the extended free periodic maintenance service program.

Ford Has Started Selling the Bronco To International Markets

After confirming the launch of the Bronco nameplate for their International Market Group (this includes the Philippines), the first two global markets—Brazil and Argentina are receiving their much-awaited Broncos as early as this month.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) appointed Bluebird Motor Corp. as its newest dealership in Angeles City, Pampanga. The new dealer partner is led by Mr. Marco Hizon, Founder and COO of Hizon Autogroup.

Kia Philippines continues to grow despite the economic challenges presented by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. They have inaugurated their 41st dealership in the Philippines: Kia Cainta.

In less than a month, Filipino motorists will wake up to the sight of Volkswagen’s globally acclaimed subcompact SUV. For now, Volkswagen Philippines has confirmed that the initial batch of T-Cross units (click here for the complete specs and info) have arrived and are being processed at the port. That dream of driving your an affordable Volkswagen will finally be realized in one crossover.

Ford PH Retains Leadership in 4x4 Pickup Truck, Small SUV Segment in Q1 2021

Ford Philippines maintained its leadership in the 4x4 pickup and small SUV segments in the Philippines as of first quarter of this year.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official Philippine distributor of Hyundai vehicles, opened its 41st dealership, Hyundai Silang. Hyundai Silang is the sixth Hyundai dealership under the helm of Hyundai Alabang, Inc., led by Dealer Principal, Mr. William Chiongbian II.

Highlighting their investment in technology, Chery Auto used the Auto Shanghai to showcase its new brand positioning that aims to make them a leader in smart and green mobility.

People always love to go out during summer season. It’s all about long trips on the countryside, going to the beach, enjoying food trips with your loved ones and friends, and exploring scenic spots around the Metro. However, things have changed since the pandemic hit. It has been over a year that we experienced the longest lockdown. Plans have drastically changed all over again. But how can you be creative and productive this summer when you want to make your adventures fun and safe?

The Philippines’ leading truck body builder, Centro has responded to the increased demand for logistics vehicles by drastically cutting their production lead times by up to 80 percent. This as they’ve integrated Japanese production technology to the manufacture of their wing, closed, and refrigerated bodies.

Ferrari will be releasing a faster version of its 812 Superfast (could we call it Superfaster?), and they’ve revealed the first official images ahead of the launch on May 5.

You Can Now Buy Genuine Modulo Accessories For The 2021 Honda City Hatchback on Lazada

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is announcing the introduction of its genuine Modulo Accessory line up for the first-ever Honda City Hatchback.

General Motors announced the opening of the 15,000-square-foot (1,393-square meter) Additive Industrialization Center (AIC), a ground-up facility exclusively dedicated to productionizing 3D printing technology in the automotive industry. The AIC is the capstone of GM’s expertise and increased investment in 3D printing over the last several years.

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