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February 11, 2024

New 2024 Audi Q5 Aces IIHS Safety Test


Progressive technologies in the new Audi Q5 SUV, complemented by cutting-edge yet practical design and a dynamic character, are key to the midsize luxury model receiving top safety scores from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Jetour Auto EDSA Centris Starts Brand's Aggressive Dealership Expansion


Kicking off its dealership expansion program for 2024 on a high note, Jetour Auto Philippines Inc (JAPI) inaugurated its second permanent showroom Jetour Auto Edsa Centris last January.

February 10, 2024

Review: 2024 Volkswagen Tharu 300 TSI SEL


Did Volkswagen Philippines just lie to us? Didn’t they promise that they were done with their so-called “Chinese experiment”? You know, when they brought in second-rate, Made for China vehicles to stay relevant in the local market? If that’s the case, what the hell is a Tharu? Shouldn’t we get a showroom filled with Golfs, Tiguans, and such? Alright. I get your anger, frustration, and all that against “Das Auto” but you know what? They’re not lying. Also, more importantly, regardless of its origin, the Tharu’s a solid drive for the most part, and that’s all that matters.

Great Wall PH To Launch 3 Electrified Vehicles At MIAS


Three electrified vehicles will be launched by Luxuriant Automotive Group, Inc. (LAGI), the exclusive distributor of Great Wall Motor at the upcoming Manila International Auto Show in April. The list includes one battery electric vehicle and possibly two plug-in hybrids.

New Look 2024 Toyota Hilux Now In ASEAN


Remember the refreshed Hilux? The one that debuted the 48-volt hybrid tech for the Australian market? Well, apparently, this update has just arrived in ASEAN, but in Indonesia of all places.

February 9, 2024

GAC Motor PH Cuts Emzoom Prices By P 100K For A Limited Time


GAC Motor Philippines is excited to announce an exclusive Chinese New Year special offer1 on its Emzoom series.

Drive To Prosperity With Changan's New Year Deals


For the whole month of February, Changan Auto Philippines is celebrating the year of the wood dragon with the Changan New Year Festival.

Downloading The Honda Connect App Can Win You A Brand-New Honda City


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) has recently launched the Honda Connect mobile application, which allows users to stay connected to their Honda vehicle anytime and anywhere. As the carmaker moves towards making the application available to more users and developing more advanced features for a seamless experience, they are calling all Honda vehicle owners to join the connected revolution. 

Great Wall PH Now Offers A 7-Year or 200K-Kilometer Bumper-To-Bumper Warranty


Luxuriant Automotive Group, Inc. (LAGI), the exclusive distributor of Great Wall Motor vehicles in the Philippines announces once of the most aggressive warranty coverages for new vehicles in the country.

Lexus, Toyota Soar To Become Most Dependable Car Brand


Lexus and Toyota vehicles lead the pack when it comes to dependability based on the 2024 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study.

2024 Toyota Corolla Cross: This Is It


As revealed last January, Toyota has started 2024 by updating its Corolla Cross for the ASEAN market. Revealed in Thailand, the refreshed version brings a heft of cosmetic and technology updates to their well-received compact crossover.

February 8, 2024

JMC Thinks It Can Replicate Its China Success In The Philippines


JMC or Jiangling Motors Corporation is setting the bar high as it enters the Philippine market under its new distributor, Astara Philippines.

BYD Is One Of Two Brands With 3 Cars In 2024 World Car Of The Year List


Showing the competitiveness of its products on the global stage, BYD is only one of two manufacturers with three vehicles shortlisted for the 2024 World Car of the Year.

Suzuki Extends Big Cheers And Big Deals Promo


Suzuki Philippines extends its Big Cheers and Big Deals promo until the end of February, offering savings on the Ertiga Hybrid and S-Presso.

Honda Refreshes City Hatchback For 2024


Honda has shown off the refreshed 2024 City Hatchback. Now on sale in Thailand, where it’s manufactured, it completes the sub-compact’s midcycle transformation after the four-door sedan received a similar treatment last year.

February 7, 2024

Hyundai PH Enhances Service With 24/7 Contact Center


Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) gives customers the confidence to drive more and worry less with new 24/7 toll-free nationwide hotline. It caters to not just sales and aftersales inquiries, but more importantly, on-the-road assistance requests. Access to these has been made much easier as there is now only one number for landline, which is +63 2 8868 8000, and one number for mobile, which is +63 917 868 9000.

Feel Like A Winner With The Honda Winner X. Prices Start At P 124K


Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI), the number one motorcycle manufacturer in the country launched the all-new Winner X. The new bike blends style and performance in any of its three variants: Standard, ABS Premium, and ABS Racing.

Astara Appointed As JAC Distributor In The Philippines


Astara has now been appointed as the exclusive importer of JAC cars and pick-up trucks in the Philippines, marking the first cooperation between Astara and the brand globally. This agreement brings JAC’s wide range of SUVs and pick-up models to the fast-growing market, meeting the evolving needs of the Filipino consumers and commercial customers. Furthermore, in the future, the brand will launch electrified models, both 100 percent EV and PHEV, with the aim of establishing itself as the market’s benchmark.

Did The LTO Just Reveal MG Philippines' Next Big Launch?


During its year-end festivities, MG Philippines revealed that they will be launching no less than eight vehicles in 2024. At the time, they revealed what three of them were: the MG Cyberster, the MG One, and the MG 4 XPower. Now, thanks to a leak from, of all places, the Land Transportation Office, we now know what the fifth one is: the MG ZS EV.

February 6, 2024

Caltex PH Launches Carbon Offset Program


Chevron Philippines Inc. launches the Caltex Carbon Offset Program, a voluntary carbon offset program for Caltex service stations in the Philippines. The same program was launched in Malaysia and Singapore, in 2023 and 2022, respectively.

Carsome PH Announces Winners Of Christmas Promo


Carsome Philippines, a force in Southeast Asia’s car e-commerce sector, announces the winners of its Paskong Panalo Promo.

The Omoda 5 EV Is Made For All You LOHAS Believers


It’s confirmed. Omoda and Jaecoo will be launching with not just one but three vehicles at the Manila International Auto Show in April. Aside from the Omoda 5 Turbo and the Jaecoo 7, the brand will also be introducing its first-ever EV, the Omoda 5 EV.

Let's Geek Out On Mazda's Asymmetric Limited Slip Differential


The updated fourth-generation Mazda MX-5, due sometime this year, features two new technologies both honed from the track: DSC-Track and Asymmetric Limited Slip Differential. We’ve tackled in length what DSC-Track does, so now we take a closer look at what Asymmetrical LSD does.

Just How Important Is The Philippines To Mitsubishi Motors?


Pop quiz: what’s the biggest market for Mitsubishi in the world? If you think it’s Indonesia or Thailand, you’re wrong. It is, call us surprised too, the Philippines.

You Want Parts? Ford Philippines' Gonna Give You Parts


Ford Philippines is boosting parts availability and accessibility with a new and bigger parts distribution center, enhancing the overall ownership experience for its customers.

2024 Mitsubishi Xforce To Arrive In Philippines By June, Bookings Open In May


With the carmaker starting the export of its new compact crossover, the Xforce, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation has confirmed that this latest nameplate will be arriving in the Philippines this June. Bookings will start as early as May.

February 5, 2024

Get Up To P 80K Off The Honda City HB This February


Drive home your dream Honda vehicle and score huge savings! Honda Cars Philippines has taken its All-out Blowout Deal promotion to a new level for all customers to enjoy. The enhanced promo plus a new financing program will run from February 1 to 29.

February 4, 2024

Review: 2024 BMW Z4 sDrive20i


Credit Toyota and their decision to resurrect the Supra for the existence of the third-generation BMW Z4, but whatever the result stemming from the boardroom meetings of the two carmakers, don’t discredit the fact that this is actually available at BMW showrooms. Just when the market appeal for roadsters has softened, this G29 is the best version to have come out of Munich; well, technically the Magna plant in Austria, but who cares. It’s a return to fighting form and one that has it nipping at greatness.