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September 12, 2021

New Car Sales Drop In August

The implementation of stricter community quarantine restrictions last August halted the Philippine auto industry’s recovery with the combined Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) report saying that new vehicle sales declined 11.5 percent year-on-year, and 26.3 percent month-on-month in August.

If you’re hoping to skip the queues on the Land Cruiser 300 by going with the Land Cruiser Prado, well, think again. It looks like that mid-sized SUV will also be affected by a supply shortage as well.

2022 Subaru WRX Debuts With 271 Horsepower Engine, New Platform, New Transmission

Putting all the rumors and speculations to rest, Subaru has finally unveiled the all-new 2022 WRX—the latest version of its iconic sports sedan.

Ford Philippines today launches the top-of-the-line Mustang variant, the new Mustang Shelby GT500, marking the official arrival of the world-renowned performance icon to Philippine shores.

The RX is the very first luxury crossover SUV to proudly wear the Lexus badge. When it made its debut in 1998, it laid the foundation for what would be a highly successful nameplate. To date, the RX is the most popular model sold by Lexus Philippines and it isn’t surprising considering how the model has evolved, not just in appearance, but in build quality, technology, and practicality.

Update: Here is the finalized Alert Level system guidelines (9/14).

The IATF is chucking the current community quarantine classifications in the National Capital Region in favor of a new two-level quarantine system. This, the government hopes, balances the spread of COVID-19 and spurring business activity.

If you’re one of the few who’d be getting your all-new Land Cruiser 300, good for you. If you’re just thinking of falling in line for one, expect a lengthy wait. How long? Maybe up to four years.

Mazda may have been giving its CX-5 compact SUV continuous updates every year be it in the form of new colors, more advanced features, or even upgraded engines, it seems 2022 will finally give it some revised exterior styling as well.

In line with the yuletide season, Mitsubishi Motors Philippine Corporation gives its customers an advanced gift with its September Blowout Promo.

With new expressways opening up to provide better and faster travel options, government has mandated cashless and contactless payment systems to eliminate congestion and ensure the public’s protection against the COVID-19 virus.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is kicking off the holiday season with its 4-Day Sale this September 15 to 18, 2021. With that comes special deals and discounts for new customers and existing Honda owners.

In an effort to expand its reach in the country, LausGroup of Companies further develops the BMW Motorrad brand in Pampanga. The long-time partner of BMW in the Philippines broke ground in preparation for a new stand-alone BMW Motorrad dealership. Located along Jose Abad Santos Ave. in San Fernando City, the facility is set to bring more excitement to the North Luzon riding community.

After declaring earlier this year that its operations in India will “continue as is” Ford has announced that it will be ceasing all vehicle manufacturing in India. This brings to an end the manufacture and sale of India-specific models such as the Figo, Aspire, Freestyle, and EcoSport by the second quarter of 2022.

The second quarter of 2021 proved to be exciting for customers of Caltex as the fuel brand known for Techron opened more service stations.

Ford Teases All-New 2022 Ranger (w/ Video)

Ford today released the first official glimpse of the next-generation Ranger, which will be revealed later this year ahead of a 2022 launch.

Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP), the general distributor of Fuso trucks and buses in the Philippines, is now offering the 6-wheeler Canter models—FE73, FE84, FE85-L, and FG 4x4.

Honda today announced that it will start a testing program for autonomous vehicles in September 2021, taking a step toward an autonomous vehicle mobility service (MaaS) business in Japan, which Honda is planning to launch under collaboration with Cruise and General Motors.

The next time your street has a stubborn pothole, you should consider what this man did in Florida: plant a banana tree to warn motorists.

The new Nissan Terra has now hit Philippine streets, as a family SUV with bolder looks and best-in-class entertainment and safety (you can read our launch story here, or our review of the Terra VL 4x4 here).

Jeep will close one of its two factories in China by next March, this as Jeep’s parent company Stellantis aims to restructure its operations in the world’s biggest auto market.

Geely Automobile Holdings Limited announced that it has signed a strategic investment agreement with ECARX Technology Co. Ltd. to acquire approximately 1.51 percent of the company in return for an investment of US$50 million. The investment represents Geely Auto’s latest move in the field of automotive intelligence.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the country’s official distributor of Hyundai vehicles, continues its year-long celebration of 20 years as the Filipino’s lifetime mobility partner with the launch of Hyundai MOVE (MObility Virtual Experience) on September 10, 2021.

2022 Outback Continues Subaru's Impressive 5-Star Run At Euro NCAP

Subaru continues its impressive run at the European New Car Assessment Program or Euro NCAP as the 2022 Outback scores a perfect 5-star rating.

United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI), the exclusive Philippine distributor of Chery automobiles, is rebranding its suite of vehicle warranties and aftersales program to Chery Premium Preserv.

After what seemed like a lengthy dilly-dally, Toyota is finally getting on the EV train by allocating US$ 13.7 billion into battery development through 2030. Their spending will include fast-tracking solid-state batteries and next-generation lithium-ion battery packs.

Never one to resist a challenge, when Matthew Weaver, Vice President of Nissan Design Europe was asked to reimagine a car from Nissan’s history for an electric future, he chose to remix the iconic Silvia CSP311.

Ford’s all-electric Mach-E might have caught the imagination of both customers and marketing guys, but a new client has shown considerable interest: the police.

Castrol Philippines Inc, one of the country’s leading automotive lubricant companies, launches Castrol POWER1 Ultimate, a new range of Full Synthetic engine oils for two-wheelers. The new POWER1 Ultimate is the company’s best two-wheeler engine oil to date that will satisfy the demands of bike enthusiasts seeking better performance and acceleration.

The all-new 2022 Land Cruiser 300 is finally at Toyota dealers in the Philippines. The announcement is pretty low key for now, with some dealers actually not allowed to release units until October 1 (the official launch date).

Metro Manila Remains Under MECQ Until September 15

The IATF is deferring its “granular lockdown” system for Metro Manila. Instead, the National Capital Region or NCR will remain under Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine or MECQ until September 15, 2021 or until the IATF finalizes its Alert Level system.

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September 12, 2021

New Car Sales Drop In August

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, Lexus Models Now Affected By Production Stoppage

September 10, 2021

2022 Subaru WRX Debuts With 271 Horsepower Engine, New Platform, New Transmission

Ford PH Brings In 760-Horsepower Mustang Shelby GT500 For P 7.760M

Yes, The Entire Lexus RX Line-Up Comes With A Special Offer This September

NCR Shifts To "Alert Level" System Starting September 16

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Buyers Could Wait 4 Years To Get Their SUV

Are You The 2022 Mazda CX-5?

Mitsubishi Motors PH Offers Deals With Its September Blowout Promo

UCPB Now Offers Real-Time Online Reload For EasyTrip RFID Accounts

Honda Cars PH To Hold 4-Day Sale Starting September 15

Stand-Alone BMW Motorrad Dealership To Rise Soon In Pampanga

Ford To Cease Manufacturing In India

Caltex PH Boosts Network Growth In Q2 With 25 New AutoPro Shops, 6 New Service Stations

September 9, 2021

Ford Teases All-New 2022 Ranger (w/ Video)

FUSO PH Brings In New 6-Wheeler Canter Light-Duty Truck

Honda Takes First Steps To Test Self-Driving Cars On Public Roads

Man Tired Of A Pothole Decided To Plant A Banana Tree In It

Nissan's Senior Design Director Reveals Interesting Facts About The New Terra's Design

Jeep To Close Factory In China

Geely Invests In Auto Intelligence Company ECARX

You Can Win P 10,000 When You Relive Hyundai's 20 Years In The Philippines

September 8, 2021

2022 Outback Continues Subaru's Impressive 5-Star Run At Euro NCAP

Chery Auto PH Brands Class-Leading Warranty, AfterSales Program To Chery Premium Preserv

Toyota Finally Joins The EV Bandwagon

Should Nissan Revive The Sylvia Sportscar As An EV?

Ford Transforms Its Mustang Mach-E Into A Police Car

Castrol PH Launches POWER1 Fully Synthetic Engine Oil For Scooters, Motorcycles

2022 Toyota Land Cruiser Quietly Lands In Philippine Showrooms With P 5.173 Million Starting Price (w/ Specs)

September 7, 2021

Metro Manila Remains Under MECQ Until September 15