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May 12, 2022

Volkswagen Resurrects Scout Brand For New Line Of Rugged SUVs, Pickup Trucks


Volkswagen is resurrecting the Scout brand for a new line of all-electric vehicles that include an electric pickup truck and SUV. The move, which is aimed primarily for the U.S.-market, will have Volkswagen spin off Scout as a separate, independent company focused on “rugged” products.

Nissan Philippines Launching 6 New Or Refreshed Models In 2022


Nissan’s rise in the Philippine market isn’t done yet. After strengthening its hold in the industry as the third best-selling automotive brand, Nissan says 2022 will even be a bigger year.

May 11, 2022

Bianca Bustamante Scores Points In Her W Series Debut


The 2022 W Series season officially got underway last weekend with the first 2 out of 10 races being held at the brand-new Miami International Autodrome. It was a spectacular weekend, with thousands of fans pouring in for the inaugural Miami Grand Prix as motorsport interest continues to rapidly grow in the USA.

Toyota Motor PH Named Top Private Employer In South Luzon


Leading automotive company Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) was recently awarded as one of the “Top Private Employers” for South Luzon by the Pag-IBIG Fund during its Stakeholders’ Accomplishment Report (StAR) 2021. TMP, a large enterprise located in Santa Rosa City, Laguna, is the first automotive company to be given such award.

Toyota Cutting May Production Due To Parts Shortage


Despite already making production cuts for May, Toyota is now having to re-adjust those plans in light not just of the semi-conductor shortage, but because of the COVID-19 outbreak in China.

Civic-Based Honda ZR-V Heading To Global Markets


The North American-market Honda HR-V isn’t exclusive to that continent after all. It is set to become a global model, but will be renamed as the ZR-V not just for China (top photo), but for the European market as well.

Geely Acquires 34 Percent Stake In Renault Korea


Geely is set to own over a third of Renault’s South Korean subsidiary just nine months after the two companies signed a memorandum of understanding.

2023 Range Rover Sport Revealed; Philippines To Get Diesel, Gas Plug-In Powertrains


The 2023 Range Rover Sport has finally been revealed. The all-new, third-generation model aims to become Land Rover’s luxury performance SUV flagship bringing not just desirability and capability, but technology and imposing road presence as well.

May 10, 2022

One-Off Mercedes-AMG, Will.I.Am Collab Has Questionable Looks, Unquestionable Motive


Meet ‘The Flip,’ a one-off Mercedes-AMG model designed in collaboration with will.i.am. Christened “WILL.I.AMG,” it’s made by U.S.-based West Coast Customs.

You Can Now Finance Your Nissan Almera Or Navara Accessories


If you find the stock Almera a bit lacking in the looks department, here’s some good news. Nissan Philippines is now allowing you to finance the Almera together with the Sporty Package bundle.

Review: 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 V Hybrid


As I write this review, gasoline prices have breached P 75 per liter. To put that into perspective, refilling a 50-liter tank a week would cost me P 3,750—or more than half my monthly fuel budget. No matter what you drive, the endless fuel price hikes certainly sting the wallet that it’s starting to seriously affect the sort of new car you’re considering to buy. With battery electric vehicles or BEVs still prohibitively expensive, the next best thing could be to consider a gasoline-electric hybrid. And one that could probably answer most of your requirements is the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 V Hybrid.

Kia And Gateway Group Inaugurates Sto. Tomas, Batangas Dealership


Last April 29, Kia Sto. Tomas in Batangas recently became the second showroom in the country to implement the new design language of the South Korean car brand, giving more customers access to movement that inspires.

Nissan Working On Go-Anywhere Patrol Warrior


After the success of making the “world’s toughest Nissan Navara,” the Navara PRO-4X Warrior, Nissan and Australian-based Premcar is now developing a tougher, overlanding-ready version of the Patrol SUV.

May 7, 2022

Review: 2022 Suzuki Celerio 1.0 GL AGS


At P 754,000, the Suzuki Celerio is the most expensive sub-B segment hatchback in the market. Putting things into perspective, it’s more expensive than the Toyota Wigo TRD S (P 700,000) and the Kia Picanto EX (P 745,000); heck, it’s pricier even than the Honda Brio RS (P 730,000) and that one carries a larger 1.2-liter motor. This seems like madness, but according to Suzuki Philippines, there’s reasoning behind all this, and that’s down to technology. However, after spending a couple of days with this diminutive hatchback, yes, you do see some flashes of brilliance now and then, but they’re never enough to outweigh its rather prohibitive price point.

May 6, 2022

LEGO's Latest Addition To The Ultimate Collector Series Is For Star Wars Fans And Speed Freaks Alike


The Star Wars Luke Skywalker Landspeeder set is the latest part of Lego’s Ultimate Collector Series (UCS) line. A faithful recreation of Luke’s battered vehicle, the new 1,890-piece model is a must have for Star Wars and Lego fans alike. 

YGC Cars Digitalizes Customer Relationship Management System


Customers of YGC Cars are getting a higher level of experience – from buying a car to after-sales service – as the company implements a new digitalized customer relationship management (CRM) system.

Suzuki Philippines To Launch Hybrid Powertrain


Suzuki Philippines is ready to bring in its hybrid powertrains. This is according to newly appointed General Manager for Automobiles, Norihide Takei.

Suzuki PH Launches The Most Fuel-Efficient Car In the Country: The 2022 Celerio. Starts At P 708K


After its global unveil in India last November and subsequent spy shots showing it landing at the Batangas Port and on its way to dealers, Suzuki Auto Philippines has finally launched the all-new 2022 Celerio.

Is This The Next-Generation 2023 Toyota Vios?


Toyota is busy testing its next-generation Vios on the streets of Bangkok ahead of its global debut slated for the third quarter of this year.

2022 Toyota Veloz Aces ASEAN NCAP Test


The all-new Veloz is the latest Toyota model to score a 5-star safety rating at the ASEAN New Car Assessment Program or ASEAN NCAP.

Suzuki PH Offers P 60K Discount On Dzire Sub-Compact Sedan


Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH), the country’s pioneer compact car distributor, announced its extension of the Triple Deal Promo, which now runs until May 31, 2022.

May 5, 2022

Honda Cars PH Now Offering Free PMS Plus Discounts On 2022 BR-V Until May 31


With the extension of their Great Deals Under the Sun promo, Honda Cars Philippines is giving would-be BR-V buyers additional discounts and freebies until May 31, 2022.

What Is Lexus Driving Signature?


Lexus believes that creating new standards of luxury is not simply a matter of adding more equipment, features, and technologies. The bigger goal is to not only produce progressive luxury that welcomes and cares for the vehicle’s occupants and anticipates their needs–but also make the driver feel perfectly connected to the car.

Remember The Kia Soul? This Is How It Looks Like Now


Under Kia’s previous distributor, they sold this crossover called the Soul. Unapologetically upright and boxy, this sub-compact urban runabout gained a small but loyal following locally who gravitated towards it for its funky looks.

Chevron, AMCHAM Foundation Donates Laptops To Lumad Youth Scholars


Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc (CPI) in partnership with the American Chamber Foundation Philippines, Inc. (AMCHAM) recently donated 93 refreshed laptops to various scholars and beneficiaries including the Jesuit Bukidnon Mission.

LRT-1 Starts Trial Runs Of 4th Generation Trains


LRT-1 private operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) has announced the start of dynamic test runs for the brand-new 4th Generation (Gen-4) train sets along its existing line.

Lotus Opens New State-Of-The-Art Production Center


Lotus has officially opened its new sports car manufacturing facility at Hethel in the United Kingdom, naming it in honor of the company’s founder and inspiration.