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July 20, 2022

Mercedes-Benz PH Adds GLB 200 Progressive Line For P 3.990M

Mercedes-Benz Philippines is adding a luxury-oriented trim to its 7-seater compact SUV, the GLB: the GLB 200 Progressive.

Now, we have an idea why Nissan Philippines’s been so secretive with the all-new Kicks: they just launched it in their home market of Japan.

Is Toyota Motor PH Introducing The Refreshed GR Supra?

Is Toyota Motor Philippines about to launch the A91 GR Supra? That might as well be the case based on this photo that appeared on social media.

Volkswagen is well on its way towards an all-electric future, but it doesn’t mean it’s turning its back on traditional gasoline engines just yet. Introduced in Europe is an update to its 1.5-liter TSI gasoline engine called the TSI evo2.

New car sales jumped 26.8 percent in June to 28,601 units compared to the same period in 2021. This was revealed in the latest Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines and Truck Manufacturers Association’s CAMPI-TMA) joint report.

Just a few days before the Philippine launch of the all-new Toyota 86 (now officially rebranded as the GR86), its twin, the Subaru BRZ has just seen a substantial price increase (read our review of the Subaru BRZ 2.4 EyeSight AT).

According to the Metro Manila Accident Reporting and Analysis System (MMARAS), close to half of their 26,000 documented road accidents in the National Capital Region alone happened between from June to October—coinciding the country’s wet season.

Finally, Ford and its performance division, Ford Performance, is giving the F-150 Raptor the engine it deserves. With the launch of the F-150 Raptor R, the Blue Oval managed to shoehorn a 700-horsepower V8 engine creating the fastest and most powerful Raptor yet.

Jeep Terminates Joint-Venture With GAC

Stellantis, the parent company of Jeep has announced the “orderly termination” of its joint-venture with GAC which has been producing Jeep vehicles since 2010.

Whoever said that Dodge—the “brotherhood of muscle” is only interested in breaking the speed limit? Though the likes of the Dodge Challenger, Charger, and even the SRT Hellcat are known for their stonking 6.4-liter V8 engine, they can be law-abiding citizens as proven by the first-ever Dodge Drive in the Philippines.

176 New Toyota Technicians Graduate From TMP Tech

The Toyota Motor Philippines School of Technology (TMP Tech), a premiere automotive technical-vocational (tech-voc) institution, recently held commencement exercises for Batch 12 and 13 – Class of 2021 and 2022, with 176 graduates of the 2-year Toyota General Job (GJ) Automotive Servicing Course. Following strict health and safety protocols, the school held the graduation rites at Toyota Motor Philippines’ industrial complex in Santa Rosa City, Laguna.

BYD, a Chinese automaker backed by American billionaire Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has become the world’s best-selling electric vehicle brand.

Following its kick off at the SM Aura Premier, Chery Auto Philippines brings its World of Luxury Nationwide Tour to SM Megamall until July 20, 2022. Mallgoers will be able to check out the Tiggo 8 Pro at the Upper Ground Floor of Building A.

The Peugeot 2008 has a reputation that precedes itself. One glowing review after another in Europe, it looks like the sort-of vehicle that Peugeot needs to revitalize itself in the local market. It also represents a new way of thinking—a thinking that aims it towards the premium mainstream crowd where it’ll do battle in a segment populated mostly by Japanese models. Ultimately, being different, in both its country of origin and execution works to both its advantage and disadvantage something that’s made clear after a week’s worth of driving.

Review: 2022 Honda HR-V V Turbo Honda SENSING

Having driven the base Honda HR-V before (read my full review), I bemoaned the lack of power from its normally-aspirated engine. Now, having sampled the top-of-the-line HR-V V Turbo, does a forced induction motor really rectify all complaints about Honda’s compact crossover? Well, read on and find out.

This Is The 2023 Hyundai Stargazer And It Wants To Challenge The Xpander And Veloz

After teasing it some months back, Hyundai has finally unveiled the first-ever Stargazer MPV. Their entry into the small MPV segment, the 2023 Stargazer brings a sense of futuristic style with practical features aimed specifically at Southeast Asian families.

Toyota is reinventing the flagship Crown model into a family of vehicles that will meet the needs of a diversified global market. It will be rolled out in over 40 countries and regions with Japan being the first market to get it by around the fourth quarter of this year.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has reintroduced one of its most iconic nameplates, the Toyota Lite Ace, as a Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) stepping in as the reliable business partner for Filipino business owners and entrepreneurs.

After getting our hands on the full Philippine specs of the Hyundai Tucson and Santa Fe, it’s time to check out what their MPV, the Staria will have to offer.

Hyundai’s future of high-performance vehicles will be centered around electrification whether it’s using battery electric technology or fuel cell technology. Unveiled are the RN22e and N Vision 74—two rolling laboratories where the Korean automaker will test and verify advanced technologies before applying them to production vehicles.

Traditional hybrids have earned a reputation for being frugal, but not exactly fun to drive. Though technology has improved their performance recently, because the base is still a traditional internal combustion engine, it falls prey to some drawbacks. These include a delayed engagement of the gasoline engine (it takes a split-second for the engine to crank up at situations when power’s quickly needed such as overtaking) and drivetrain-associated power loss (they’re still equipped with a gearbox, after all).

After driving it as an unnamed camouflaged model last month, we can finally tell you: Nissan Philippines is launching the Kicks. Set for an official market debut in the next few weeks, this new B-segment SUV is set to electrify the segment by being the first local model to be powered by Nissan’s e-Power drivetrain.

Lexus Car Maintenance Weekend Is Back This July 14 to 16

Taking care of your car, especially during the rainy season is essential in making sure driving in a downpour keeps you and your passenger safe and sound.

In pursuit of developing the railway industry and contributing to nation-building, LRT-1 private operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) bares plans to collaborate with the Ateneo De Manila University (ADMU) through its School of Science and Engineering for the advancement of railway education in the Philippines.

With the rising prices everywhere, every hard-earned peso saved counts. With Goodyear’s Raining Great Gifts promo, you can avail of up to 10 percent discount plus up to P 1,500 worth of e-gifts! The promo starts from July until September 30, 2022.

Volkswagen Philippines offers two of its sedans—the Santana MT and Lavida—with a limited Zero Down Payment and Cashback promo offer with the exclusive participation of partner bank, Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI).

Coventry Motors Corporation, the official distributor of Land Rover in the Philippines has officially launched the latest version of its flagship SUV: the all-new 2023 Range Rover.

All-New Toyota Crown Set For A Global Return This July 15

After earlier reports that seem to confirm the Crown’s return as a global model, Toyota has now started teasing the all-new SUV. Set for a global debut this July 15, the 2023 model marks the nameplate’s switch from a luxury sedan to a luxury crossover.

Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH) is bringing its Auto Festival Roadshow to Las Pinas this weekend.

WM Motors Philippines is the newest brand to enter the local market, and they’re doing it with an all-electric SUV called the W5.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) wants customers to be equipped with a brand new Mitsubishi in the midst of the country’s season of downpours. Designed to bring out driving pleasure at the same time ensure protection especially from unpredictable weather conditions, there’s a Mitsubishi vehicle that is suited for day-to-day use.

Geely, through its new brand, Radar, unveiled a new all-electric pick-up that’s targeted to urbanites who’s taken a liking to outdoor activities such as camping.

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