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January 25, 2023

Nissan PH Adjusts Prices Of Navara Pickup Truck This January

The Kicks and Urvan aren’t the only Nissans getting a slight SRP bump this month. It turns out that even their best-selling pickup truck, the Navara, is also getting a slight price increase this January.

Nissan has quietly discontinued the top-of-the-line Almera VL Turbo N-Sport variant starting this January. Instead, they’ve decided to replace it with the slightly more affordable Almera VE N-Sport.

The Automobili Lamborghini Museum officially reopens following a redesign and new layout, with the event marking the start of Lamborghini’s 60th anniversary celebrations in an important year for the Sant’Agata Bolognese company.

Honda announced a global reorganization of the company in order to accelerate its electrification business. Effective starting this upcoming Japanese fiscal year (April 1), the re-organization will better serve its customers by unifying the company’s strategy regionally.

General Motors says they’re not done with the V8 engine. Just today, the American automaker announced a USD 918 million investment to prepare their manufacturing facilities to, among others, make and assemble the sixth-generation small block V8.

Hyundai Supports Busan Bid To Host World Expo 2030

Hyundai Motor Group helped promote the South Korean city of Busan and their bid to host the World Expo 2030 at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland.

Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP), together with its dedicated dealership in Cainta, Peak Motors Philippines, Inc. (PMPI), turned over a total of 7 Canter units to Gamboa Group of Companies (GGC).

Suzuki Philippines has announced the re-opening of Suzuki Auto Butuan as a bigger, more accessible, and more conveniently located 3S (Sales, Service, Spare Parts) dealership that services its customers not only in the city, but the whole CARAGA region.

The thing about driving a Honda—any Honda, for that matter—is that there is likely some form of history or experience that the driver can draw from. After all, the brand has been in the Philippines for over 30 years. With that number alone, it can be safely said that at least 2 generations of Filipinos have had the pleasure of growing up with a Honda vehicle, whether it be the founding classics or a modern revamp.

What a way to start 2023 for Volkswagen Philippines. Get that dream German car for way less as the automaker opens the new year with special discounts all the way to March 31.

Achromatic colors still dominate the global automotive market, but more daring shades are starting to find their way to customer driveways. This is based on German chemical giant BASF’s 2022 Color Report for Automotive OEM Coatings.

The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas is welcoming a key partner that will help move them forward in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 journey.

2023 BMW iX3 Arrives In The Philippines For P 4.590M (w/ Specs)

After launching its flagship iX in April 2022, SMC Asia Car Distributors Corporation, the official distributor of BMW in the Philippines continues its electrification journey with the first-ever BMW iX3.

Ford Philippines has joined forces with global off-road accessories provider ARB to give owners of the next-generation Ford Ranger and Everest access to various 4x4 accessories for their vehicles.

The first EV charging station in the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) area has just opened at the ACEA Subic Beach Resort.

Just when you thought Ford had every segment covered with their Everest, they just released the Everest Wildtrak.

Bajaj Philippines commits to its 80,000+ strong customers with the opening of its biggest 3S (Sales, Service, Spare Parts) stores in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

Review: 2023 Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid 1.5 GLX

The MPV segment is on fire these days, and each car manufacturer has come up with their own unique twist to help them stand out from the crowd. At the same time, buyers started demanding more than just flexibility in their MPV, and nowadays, they expect styling, performance, and of course, fuel economy too. In short, they want an all-in-one vehicle. The question is, can the new Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid heed that call?

Hyundai Reveals The Proper Way To Say Their Name Globally

People who just have a habit of correcting the pronunciation of others will have this newest tidbit up their sleeve: the brand, Hyundai.

Isuzu PH Welcomes New President Tetsuya Fujita

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) officially introduced Tetsuya Fujita (right of lead photo), replacing Noboru Murakami (left of lead photo) as president of the company. Apart from welcoming IPC’s new president, the ceremony also served as an avenue for the outgoing president, Murakami, to express his gratitude for the support he received during his term. He also expressed his confidence that Fujita’s leadership skills will further drive the company into new heights.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) kicked off 2023 with an electrified start with the first leg of its nationwide, “Go Electrified with Toyota” tour, happening January 19-22, 2023 at the Activity Center of Alabang Town Center in Muntinlupa City.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) finished 2022 strong despite supply constraints with retail sales growing to almost 14,000 units or a 10 percent growth from the year before.

Just a little over two years since the brand’s launch in late 2019, Chery Auto Philippines managed to close 2022 on a triumphant note.

2023 Honda Civic Type R Unleashed In The Philippines (w/ Specs)

The ultimate form of the Civic is back as Honda Cars Philippines unleashes the all-new 2023 Civic Type R. Building on a long tradition of performance cars inspired by the spirit of racing, this latest version—the FL5—has been engineered to be the fastest Type R to date.

Foton Motor Philippines has revealed more info surrounding the country’s first EV light-duty truck which will be launched at the Foton Big Show 2023 in February.

What a way to ring in the new year: Lexus has scheduled its first Car Maintenance Weekend this January 19 to 21, 2023. Available in Lexus Manila and its Lexus Accredited dealers, Lexus owners need not look far to have their vehicles cared for by trained technicians and service personnel.

Foodies looking for one of the Philippines’s best restaurants shouldn’t look any further: all they need is to visit the new PGA Cars Studio along EDSA, Mandaluyong.

Motul Launches 8100 Power Lubricant For Southeast Asia

Motul Asia Pacific launches the Motul 8100 Power at the Singapore Motor Show 2023, where they were the official lubricant sponsor.

At the back-to-back launch of the GAC Empow and the all-new GS8, newly-appointed distributor of GAC Motor, Astara Philippines revealed plans to quickly expand its dealer network this 2023.

GAC Motor Philippines brings the second-generation of one of the most successful vehicles locally: the GS8. The all-new full-sized 7-seater SUV combines form and function with its bold, futuristic design, enhanced power, and smart technology.

As GAC Motor enters a new chapter in the Philippines, it’s only appropriate that they do so with products that match. Meet the 2023 GAC Empow—a showcase of their stronger confidence in brand identity, international strategy, and in-house technology.

The Singapore Motor Show 2023 concluded its first show post-pandemic held at the Suntec Convention and Exhibition Center last January 12 to 15, 2023.

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