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August 12, 2022

Refreshed 2023 BMW X3 Arrives In The Philippines For P 3.790M (w/ Specs)

SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp., the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines is now offering one of the best valued BMW Sport Activity Vehicles (SAVs) in the market with the new BMW X3 xDrive20d Business priced at P 3.790 million.

Having already cornered a 95 percent market share of the Philippines’s electrified vehicle market, Toyota Motor Philippines is ready to go 100 percent electric.

Automotive industry leader, Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) inaugurated today Toyota Mobility Solutions Philippines, Inc. (TMSPH), a wholly owned subsidiary that will be a provider of mobility-related services.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), whose groundbreaking HEV Prius pioneered the electrification movement, is leading this shift with 95 percent of electrified vehicles sold in the country being a Toyota or Lexus.

Should Toyota Build This All-Electric Wigo?

In April of this year, Toyota surprised everyone by unveiling an Innova EV Concept at the Indonesian International Motor Show or IIMS. Now, at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), they’ve done it again, only this time, they’ve used the Wigo.

When Mitsubishi Motors unveiled the refreshed Xpander globally in 2021, there was some visible confusion as to why its SUV-derivative, the Xpander Cross didn’t get the same slew of changes. While it did see a minor update, it didn’t get the aggressive new front fascia. Apparently, the Japanese carmaker just bided their time as two years later, they have finally unveiled the 2023 Xpander Cross.

The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), the exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet vehicles and parts in the Philippines, recently conducted an economy run on the 2022 Chevy Trailblazer and Tracker under the supervision of the Automobile Association Philippines (AAP).

In preparation for the start of face-to-face classes on August 22, 2022, the Metro Manila Development Authority or MMDA is bringing back the Unified Vehicular Volume Reduction Program (UVVRP) or the Number Coding scheme in the morning starting on Monday, August 15.

Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), announced the return of their ‘Fuel Your Fortune’ raffle promo. Until October 30, 2022, every P 500 single receipt purchase of any Caltex Fuel with Techron, Delo, Havoline lubricants, and Techron Concentrate Plus entitles the customer to one (1) raffle entry for a chance to win amazing prizes.

Mazda has found the fountain of youth with the current-generation CX-5. It’s hard to believe but the current generation of their compact SUV has been around for five years already. A minor update in 2019 (for the 2020 model year) did freshen things a bit, but given the competitiveness of this segment, it’s a surprise how its foundations have remained solid.

The next-generation Ford Ranger XLT, XLS, and XL, as well as the next-generation Ford Everest Limited and Trend are now available for online reservation on the Ford Philippines website.

Harley-Davidson announced the new Apex factory custom paint option for select Harley-Davidson Grand American Touring models. The new paint scheme made its debut at the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.

Geely PH Breaks Sales Record With 1,058 Units Sold Last July

Geely Philippines’ sales reached an all-time high in July registering 1,058 units sold, surpassing its previous highest monthly sales record of 1,036 units last March. Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the distributor of Geely vehicles, reported that its July sales represents a 32 percent growth over previous month sales of 804 units.

In August 1996, Mazda launched the Demio, a sub-compact passenger vehicle that’s become a recognizable part of the carmaker’s line-up. Known in the Philippines and other global markets as the Mazda2, its sales have exceeded 3.5 million units across four generations.

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is strengthening its loan offerings as it marks its 171st year with a month-long promo that that will waive up to P 171,000 in loan fees for both auto and housing loans, as well as insurance from its non-life insurance arm, BPI MS Insurance Corp.

Mercedes-Benz Philippines brings in the all-new C-Class sedan. A response to an increasingly digital and efficient world, the premium compact sedan is aiming to be the benchmark of comfort, control, and connectivity.

Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator owners will now have the option of getting a cleaner view of the trail or road thanks to these new wiper blades from Jeep Performance Parts (JPP).

Kia Philippines's 42nd Dealership Is In Kawit, Cavite

In a bid to further bring the Kia brand closer to its loyal customers, the Kia Kawit dealership recently opened its doors to the public last July 28. This is the 42nd Kia dealership in the Philippines and a keystone in the rapid nationwide expansion of the Kia brand. Kia Kawit is also the 5th dealership to sport Kia’s refreshed look, following in the footsteps of Kia Alabang in Muntinlupa, Kia Sto. Tomas in Batangas, Kia BGC (AC Motors Centrale) in Taguig, and Kia Ortigas in Cainta.

Chevy customers are definitely off to a great journey entering the second half of 2022 with all the exciting offers that Chevrolet Philippines has in store this quarter. Until September 30, customers can avail of these all-in low down payment or cash discount options for the Chevy Trailblazer, Tracker and Spark:

The all-new, fourth-generation Toyota Vios has finally made its global debut in Thailand. Known as the Yaris Ativ there, the latest Vios shifts to a brand-new platform, a sleeker style, and more technology.

This is America’s first electric pickup truck purpose-built for police duty: the 2023 F-150 Lightning Pro Special Service Vehicle or SSV.

The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP), together with the Manila Electric Company (MERALCO) and in partnership with the Department of Energy (DOE), and Nissan Philippines Inc., is hosting the 10th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) set on October 20 and 21, 2022 at the SMX Convention Center Manila.

Following discussions between Red Bull and Honda, it has been agreed by both parties that Honda Racing Corporation (HRC), the Honda subsidiary that runs its racing activities, will continue to provide technical support for Red Bull Powertrains (RBPT) relating to Formula 1 power units from 2023 to the end of 2025.

MG is bridging the gap between the sub-compact ZS and the compact HS SUVs with this: the MG VS. And it’s coming with standard hybrid power.

Everything You Need To Know About The 2023 Nissan Kicks E-Power (w/ Specs)

After debuting its technology and its merits for everyday driving, Nissan Philippines has now revealed everything you need to know about its 100 percent electric-driven compact crossover, the 2023 Kicks e-Power.

When the fourth-generation Honda Fit (global name Jazz) made its debut at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2019, its design wasn’t that well-received. Although some markets quickly implemented their own unique front fascia treatments, that became moot and academic for ASEAN, where it was discontinued in favor of the City Hatchback.

After A Two-Year Absence, The NISMO Festival Returns This 2022

Nissan and NISMO is bringing back the NISMO Festival this December at the Fuji International Speedway in Shizuoka, Japan after a two-year absence.

Inspired by the recent Top Gun: Maverick movie, the team at Wheel Gallery – the Official Distributor of Method Race Wheels – thought it would be awesome to showcase their 4x4 rigs beside the Top Guns of the Philippine Air Force. This was made a reality with the help of Col. Edison “Bong” Nebrija, Commander New Task Force Special Operations and Anti Colorum Unit of the MMDA who was a formal Naval Aviator himself. He connected the team with the Philippine Air Force and after much scrutiny, approval was granted for an epic photoshoot with the 5th Fighter Wing of the Philippine Air Force at our very own “Fightertown” - Basa Air Base in Floridablanca, Pampanga.

Life be beautiful like summer flowers and death like autumn leaves. It’s weird to open this review with a poem by Rabindranath Tagore, but given how it’s so prominently displayed on the Changan CS75 Plus’ touchscreen each time you turn it on, it’s got to mean something. And after a week of driving it, I think I’ve got it. The poem, which talks about the fleeting nature of life, also happens to aptly summarize this compact SUV.

Just in time for 8/6 day (it’s also the day that local orders books opened), Toyota Motor Philippines dropped more hints to the Philippine spec, second-generation GR86. As expected, the GR86 will come in both manual and automatic flavors, but with widely varying specs to cover what could be two different price points.

Suzuki Auto Festival Heads To Cebu City This August 6-7

Suzuki Philippines Inc., continues to bring its Auto Festival Roadshow to more cities, with Cebu City being the latest to experience the much-anticipated event.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), in partnership with Isuzu Isabela - one of the dealers under by B.M. Domingo Motor Sales Inc. (BMD Motors), took the initiative to organize a relief operation in Abra Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) to extend aid to the displaced families in Abra province after the strong magnitude 7 earthquake that recently struck provinces in northwestern Luzon and adjacent areas including Metro Manila last July 27, 2022.

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