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April 3, 2022

Review: 2022 Honda Civic V Turbo Honda SENSING


The Civic is one vehicle Honda can’t get wrong. While some generations are better than others, they’ve always managed to push the compact car envelope in one way or another. That trend continues in the 2022 model. Throughout its history, it has generally followed a pattern of revolutionary redesign followed by more cautious evolution. As the all-new, eleventh-generation model, the 2022 Civic falls into the evolution category. But while the basic ingredients are familiar, the right amount of Honda’s secret sauce has been poured in to make it not just the best compact car on offer today, but one of the best new cars you can buy full stop.

Does The Safe-Tech System Make The Changan CS35 Plus The Safest Sub-Compact SUV Around?


A smart driver is a safe driver. You observe local road safety rules and keep to your maintenance schedule. You also make sure that your vehicle of choice is equipped with, at the very least, the basics in modern safety technology.

Get The Suzuki XL7 For Just P 1.033M This April


The summer just keeps getting hotter as Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH), announces the extension of its Triple Deal Promo.

Suzuki Raider R150 Fi Adds New Colors With Same Power And Fuel Efficiency


Suzuki Philippines has updated its Raider R150 Fi (Fuel Injection) with a range of new colors. Dubbed the “Underbone King,” the Raider R150 FI comes with added street appeal for 2022 thanks to a range of striking new hues.

April 2, 2022

Araneta City Opens Laguna, Batangas Routes In Time For Lenten Season


Buses bound to Laguna and Batangas are now allowed to operate at the Araneta City Bus Station starting today.

GAC Motor PH To Preview 2 New Vehicles, Offer Special All-In Promo At MIAS


As the country progressively returns to its usual way of life two years after the pandemic, GAC Motor Philippines will make its return at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) from April 7 to 10, 2022 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

April 1, 2022

Nissan To Launch e-Power, Limited-Edition Navara Calibre-X At Manila International Auto Show


After confirming its arrival last March, Nissan Philippines has wasted no time and is using the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) to launch its e-Power drivetrain. The first in-person motor show in two years, MIAS will happen from April 7 to 10, 2022 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

The 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Is The World's New-Age WRX STI


A day after an inadvertent leak from Toyota USA’s own website spoiled the reveal of the Toyota GR Corolla, the world’s biggest carmaker has now unleashed more information about its latest hot hatch.

Geely Supports Research Into Sustainable Fuels


Despite the growing shift to battery electric vehicles, Geely is continuing to back internal combustion engines by supporting the research on sustainable fuels.

No April Fools: Toyota Unveils Innova EV Concept


Your eyes aren’t fooling you: this is indeed an all-electric Toyota Innova. Unveiled as a concept at the Indonesian International Motor Show or IIMS, it’s a showcase of the Japanese carmaker’s commitment to electrification, even for developing markets such as ASEAN.

Ford Named As One Of The Most Influential Companies


Ford Motor Company was named to TIME’s second annual TIME100 Most Influential Companies list—an extension of the annual TIME100 list of the world’s most influential people—that highlights 100 companies making an extraordinary impact around the world.

Caltex Havoline Opens 100th AutoPro Workshop


Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of Caltex brand of fuels and lubricants, continues to make inroads into the Do-It-For-Me (DIFM) car services market with the opening of their 100th Caltex Havoline autoPro workshop located in Caltex C5 extension, Merville, Parañaque.

Isuzu Makati Takes On New IOS Look


Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), with Isuzu Gencars, Inc (Gencars), launched the new face of Isuzu Makati, the brand’s latest dealership in the country to formally adopt the corporate design philosophy known as the Isuzu Outlet Standard (IOS). Present in the event were IPC executives headed by its President Hajime Koso and Executive Vice President Shojiro Sakoda and Gencars executives headed by its Chairman, Mr. Dominic Edgard Cabangon and President Ms. Lerma Nacnac.

Russ Swift Returns To The Manila International Auto Show After 3 Year Hiatus


Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the country, is set to bring back British precision driver Russ Swift, who is also a world-renowned stunt driver and Guinness World Record holder, for the Manila International Auto Show 2022 (MIAS).

March 31, 2022

The First-Ever Toyota GR Corolla Has The Weirdest Exhaust Design


Your eyes aren’t deceiving you. This is rumored to be the first-ever Toyota GR Corolla, the newest member of the Toyota Gazoo Racing family, and depending on your point of view, it has the funkiest, or stupidest exhaust design put in a modern car.

All-New Honda HR-V Scoops Up Design Award


The all-new Honda HR-V has been cited for its design in the Product Category at the Red Dot Design Award. Founded in 1955, it has become one of the most respected design awards worldwide. The award is administered by Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen in Essen, Germany.

Gachaco, A Battery Swapping Service For Electric Motorcycles Will Start In Japan


After announcing it last year, a consortium of Japanese motorcycle brands composed of Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Yamaha is ready to start their battery swapping service within this year.

LEGO To Offer Discount Vouchers, Display Newest Sets At Manila International Auto Show


Lego will be bringing its brand of creativity to the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) from April 7 to 10, 2022 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

Kia Philippines' 43rd Dealership Will Be In Bacoor, Cavite


After hitting its 2021 sales milestone, Kia Philippines now gears up to expand its dealership network this year. Kia Philippines broke ground on March 17 for its latest soon-to-rise Kia dealership, managed by Iconic Dealership Inc. (IDI), along Bacoor Boulevard (formerly Molino Boulevard) in Bacoor City, Cavite.

The Maxus G50 Brings A Fresh Sense Of Excitement


Choosing the right vehicle for your family can practically be likened to an art. It is never straightforward and there are a number of factors to consider; perhaps as many as there are members in your brood. The basic checklist will likely include space, functionality, and safety. But let’s face it — style and value has also begun to play a significant part. Nowadays, younger families are practical and they want to get the most bang for their buck, with a vehicle that is reliable, ticks all the boxes, and guarantees that every peso will go a long way.

SsangYong Rescue Deal Collapses


SsangYong Motor, the beleaguered South Korean SUV specialist said a deal for its acquisition had fallen through after potential buyer, Edison Motors, had failed to pay the balance of 274.3 billion Korean won (USD 224 million).

March 30, 2022

Changan Is One Of China's Best-Selling Car Brands Because Of Its Quality


China is the world’s largest automobile market both in terms of supply and demand. The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) projects local automobile sales to grow by 5.4 percent, or 27.5 million units in 2022. Of these, the sale of new energy vehicles (NEVs) is expected to grow by 47 percent or 5 million units.

ASEAN-Bound 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor Drops Diesel For Turbocharged V6 Gas Engine


Ford has confirmed that ASEAN is offering the next-generation Ranger Raptor with a turbocharged gasoline engine. This is based on information coming out of Thailand, its launch market in the region.

LRMC, GET Philippines Team Up For New EV Bus Service


Private operator of LRT-1 Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) remains committed in working towards its vision of integrated mobility as it partners with Global Electric Transport (GET) Philippines, a Mobility-as-a-Service company engaged in providing a world-class, emissions-free transport system.

Bianca Bustamante Chosen As Part Of W Series Academy Team


Bianca Bustamante has been announced as one of two drivers for the W Series Academy Team, which is an exclusive program designed to support the development of young female talent across all motorsport disciplines. The selection came as a result of the strong performance by Bustamante at the W Series pre-season tests, showing rapid pace and consistency throughout the different stages of the evaluation process.

MMDA Is Thinking About A Crazy New Number Coding Scheme


The Metro Manila Development Authority or MMDA is proposing two new crazy number coding schemes in a bid to lessen the worsening traffic situation.

2022 Hyundai Staria Deemed 'Best Of The Best'


Hyundai announced that its Staria MPV has won the ‘Best of the Best’ accolade at the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2022. The Best of the Best is awarded for groundbreaking design and is the highest title in the competition. Staria took the honor in the Cars & Motorcycles category, further reinforcing the Korean automaker’s global competitiveness in product design.

2023 Lotus Eletre Is Brand's First-Ever SUV. It's Also First One Made In China


Seeking to extend the reach of the Lotus name, badge, and experience to a new audience, the storied British sportscar maker has unveiled the Eletre—its first-ever SUV.

March 29, 2022

Noboru Murakami Is Isuzu Philippines' New President


Leading truck manufacturer, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), recently announced that there will be a change in its leadership come second quarter of this year. Hajime Koso, IPC’s longest serving president for seven years, will be succeeded by Noboru Murakami, a senior executive from Isuzu Motors Limited, Japan (IML).

2022 Ford Ranger Has Less Power, Fewer Gears Than The Current Model


After its global reveal, Thailand is the first country to fully confirm its next-generation Ranger line-up, and in a surprising twist it makes less power and has fewer forward gears than it did before.

Land Rover Philippines Opens Order Books For All-New 2023 Range Rover


Land Rover Philippines has opened the order books for the all-new Range Rover. The flagship SUV blends comfort, composure, and all-terrain capability will start arriving at local showrooms by June.

Toyota Teases Subaru WRX-Rivaling GR Corolla


Toyota is bringing forth another new GR model, and this time, they’re setting their sights squarely on the Subaru WRX with the first-ever GR Corolla.