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January 27, 2023

Has Mazda Lost Their Design Mojo With The 2023 Mazda2?


Mazda is known lately for their beautifully styled cars. Imbued with the Kodo design language, they’re basically rolling pieces of art. Sadly, that streak seems to have ended with the new Mazda2.

Enjoy Preferential Insurance Rates Thanks To Honda SENSING With The 2023 Honda BR-V


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. is announcing special insurance packages for the all-new BR-V 1.5 VX CVT Honda Sensing until March 31.

Volkswagen PH Cautions Against Unofficial ID.4 And ID.6 Imports


AC Motors, the official distributor of Volkswagen vehicles in the Philippines is cautioning owners from purchasing its electric vehicle (EV) line-up from unofficial channels.

Lexus, Gazoo Racing Chief To Become Toyota President


Toyota has tapped Koji Sato, the head of Lexus and Gazoo Racing, to be the Japanese carmaker’s next president and CEO, as Akio Toyoda, grandson of the company’s founder, steps up to be the company’s new chairman.

January 26, 2023

Pilipinas Shell, SUN Mobility Partner To Bring Advanced Battery Swapping Tech For EVs To The Philippines


Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corporation announced that it has recently signed a strategic agreement with Sun Mobility—a leading provider of energy infrastructure and services for electric vehicles (EVs). The partnership will explore the pilot deployment of Sun Mobility’s advanced battery-swapping technology in the Philippines for 2 and 3-wheel electric vehicles.

Former HCPI President To Head Asia Honda Motor Co. Ltd.


Former Honda Cars Philippines President Toshio Kuwahara is being appointed as the President and CEO of Asian Honda Motor Co., Ltd and Head of Regional Unit (Asia & Oceania) under the newly created Regional Operations (Associated Regions) structure of Honda Motor Co starting April 1.

Toyota Motor PH Increases Prices Of Hilux, Corolla Cross


It looks like a lot of pickup trucks are seeing price adjustments this month. After Mitsubishi bumped up the prices of its Strada and Nissan with its Navara, Toyota Motor Philippines is doing just the same with its Hilux.

The Polestar 2 Goes From Front- To Rear-Wheel Drive During Its Midcycle Refresh


Typically, when it comes to a car’s midcycle refresh, carmakers give it a spiffy new grille and wheels. At the most, they’ll probably offer an upgraded interior and powertrain as well. Well, the folks over at Polestar—the premium EV brand co-owned by Volvo Cars and Geely managed to do something different. They switched from a front-wheel drive layout to a rear-wheel drive one for their Polestar 2.

Check Out This "Indestructible Phone" From Honor


How much will an indestructible phone set you back? As far as Honor is concerned, not so much.

Kia Acropolis Shows Off New Retail Identity


Kia Philippines recently inaugurated its newest dealership located along a bustling business and commercial district in Metro Manila. Kia Acropolis is the seventh dealership to wear Kia’s refreshed new look. This follows in the footsteps of Kia Alabang in Muntinlupa, Kia Sto. Tomas in Batangas, Kia BGC (AC Motors Centrale) in Taguig, Kia Ortigas in Cainta, and Kia Kawit in Cavite

Porsche Vision 357 Is A Modern Reinterpretation Of Their First-Ever Car


Porsche is celebrating its 75th anniversary, and to pay tribute to their first-ever car, the Porsche 356, they’ve come up with this: the Porsche Vision 357.

The All-New Nissan Livina: The Extraordinary MPV For The Extraordinary Filipino


From the get-go, the all-new Nissan Livina is no ordinary MPV. While its foray into the lucrative segment comes at the heels of the some of the most established brands in the market, what Nissan had in mind was to offer an experience worthy of every Filipino family’s time and money. The Livina was created with the most careful thought and functional design, aimed at providing the best in comfort and performance. In essence, it is the vehicle to turn every family’s daily journey into a trip worth looking forward to.

We can all agree that our families deserve only the best, especially when it comes to comfort and safety. The all-new Nissan Livina embodies exactly it means to put them first. From the inside-out, there is something special for every member of the household that ticks all the boxes for the perfect family car.



Modern, elegant styling

The all-new Nissan Livina is fitted with the signature Nissan sleekness that is infused with classic details that speak of age-appropriate upkeep. Modern elements such as the V-motion grille, LED parklights and taillights, daytime running lights and fog lights offer a much-needed upgrade to the standard utility MPV look that most of us have become used to. Add in the 16-inch alloy wheels and the Nissan Livina has the stature of a small SUV more than an MPV.



An interior fit for a home

In order to maximize every minute of the day, some of us practically live in our vehicles, turning most family cars into “mobile homes,” even if these may not have the capacity to be. Nissan recognizes that for a vehicle to be an effective and practical choice, it must be a space that you can live in – for at least the next few hours.

The all-new Livina boasts of a spacious interior that can accommodate a total seating capacity of seven. Each row offers generous legroom that can fit the size of children to full-sized adults. For convenience, there are strategically-placed storage spaces, charging ports, and good-sized cargo hold. For added comfort, the Nissan Livina is equipped with Nissan’s exceptional air-cooling system, which is perfect for our persistent tropical weather.


Maximum connectivity

Being on the road on the daily means that being easily reachable is a priority. That said, a hands-free system is the most practical and safe choice. The all-new Nissan Livina offers the most up-to-date in connectivity. Built-in as a standard is a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with an easy-to-navigate LCD display. It is equipped with a seamless Phonelink software and wireless Bluetooth that allows you to enjoy hands-free access to navigation and entertainment while you’re on the road.



Equipped with Nissan Intelligent Mobility

It is not enough for a family car to have the latest in style and tech. A deciding factor for any vehicle is how safe it is for the driver and passengers, especially if it will be moving those closest to your heart. The all-new Nissan Livina understands that when it comes to family, there is no compromise. With this in mind, Nissan designed the Livina to have the Nissan Intelligent Mobility safety system integrated as a standard. This ensures that every Livina comes with special safety features that include Vehicle Dynamic Control, Hill Start Assist, Dual SRS Airbags, Anti-lock Braking System, Traction Control, among others. Making maneuvering easy, it comes with a rear-view camera and parking sensors.


Worry-free, stress-free ownership

The greatest peace of mind in owning a vehicle is not having to worry about surprises down the line – particularly when it comes to maintenance costs. The Livina comes with Nissan’s 5-year warranty program (for the VL variant) and is packaged with its twice-a-year Preventive Maintenance Service. This offers you the flexibility and reassurance that your car is being taken care of, so you can focus on the things that matter the most.

The all-new Nissan Livina was designed with the intent of complementing the multifaceted lives of the Filipino family. As you decided on the next car for your growing brood, consider one that meets the contemporary style of today, is founded on the ideals of simplicity, function, and practicality, and offers the best in comfort, safety, and performance. In a word, that is the all-new Nissan Livina.

Learn more about the Nissan Livina at: www.nissan.ph/livina/

Words by Gen Tiu
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2023 Mitsubishi Xpander Cross Fuses SUV Styling With MPV Practicality For P 1.328M (w/ Specs)


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation has officially unveiled the new Mitsubishi Xpander Cross. The 2023 Xpander Cross is the latest iteration of Mitsubishi’s re-defining MPV-SUV crossover that fuses functionality and capability into one aggressive-looking package.

January 25, 2023

Maxus Slashes Prices Up To P 360K Off


Maxus Philippines is offering their line-up of commercial vans, MPVs, and SUVs at more affordable prices this January.

Moto ACCS Opens In Greenhills


The Autohub Group expands Moto ACCS, its motorcycle accessories outlet, to Greenhills in San Juan.

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 PH Discontinues Almera VL Turbo N-Sport For 2023


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.

Check Out The Renovated Lamborghini Museum


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 Announces A Global Restructure As It Aims To Exist In The Electrified Era


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 Invests Almost A Billion Dollars To Keep The V8 Alive


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.

January 24, 2023

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.

FUSO Philippines Turns Over 7 Canter Units To Gamboa Group Of Companies


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).

Bigger Suzuki Butuan Now Open To Serve Customers


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.

2023 Honda Civic RS: A Comeback Worth Waiting For


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.

Get Up To P333K Off A Brand-New Volkswagen Until March 31


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.

White Is The Most Popular Car Color, But In Asia-Pacific, Gray Is Surging


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.

Toyota Motor PH Supports FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023


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

January 23, 2023

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 PH, ARB Offers 4x4 Accessories For Ranger, Everest


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.

First EV Charging Station In SBMA Is At ACEA Subic Beach Resort


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

Should Ford PH Offer The Everest Wildtrak To Battle The Toyota Fortuner GR Sport?


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

Bajaj Philippines Opens New 3S Shops


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.