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VinFast opens EV production facility in Subang
MANILA: VinFast has formally inaugurated its electric vehicle (EV) production plant in Subang, West Java, Indonesia.
Situated in a 171-hectare...
Ruben Manahan IV
Today
EVOxTerra joins CAMPI
MANILA: EVOxTerra Incorporated is now part of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Incorporated (CAMPI).
In a statement,...
Ruben Manahan IV
Today
Kia PH boosts support to pole vault star Obiena
MANILA: Kia Philippines furthered its support to Filipino Olympian Ernest John (EJ) Obiena as he continues to represent the country...
Ruben Manahan IV
Today
CAMPI joins crusade vs. fake parts in PH
MANILA: The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Incorporated (CAMPI) furthered its fight against counterpart products after forging partnership...
Ruben Manahan IV
Dec 15, 2025
Next-gen Toyota Hilux gets 5-star safety rating from ANCAP
MANILA: The next-generation Toyota Hilux has received a five-star safety rating from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) —...
Ruben Manahan IV
Dec 15, 2025
Changan to introduce Avatr, Deepal in PH next year?
MANILA: Inchcape Philippines is set to further grow Changan’s stable in the country next year — with the launch of...
Ruben Manahan IV
Dec 12, 2025
Toyota Motor PH expands full-electric lineup with bZ4X introduction
MANILA: Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has officially started the retail operations for the all-new bZ4X following the release of units...
Ruben Manahan IV
Dec 11, 2025
Isuzu PH expands PCL fleet with N-, F-Series trucks
MANILA: Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) expanded Producers Connection Logistics Incorporated (PCL) fleet after the former recently turned over 56 trucks....
Ruben Manahan IV
Dec 11, 2025
ACMobility teams up with Landers Superstore to open more EV charging stations
MANILA: ACMobility and Landers Superstore have inked a multi-year partnership that will expand the country’s electric vehicle charging web.
The...
Ruben Manahan IV
Dec 11, 2025
Shell keeps leading global lubricant supplier post for nearly 2 decades
MANILA: Shell Lubricants has maintained its position as the top global supplier of finished lubricants for 19 consecutive years.
Such...
Ruben Manahan IV
Dec 11, 2025
Yamaha showcases YECVT capabilities with all-new NMAX Tech Max, Aerox SP
MANILA: In its bid to highlight its proprietary technology, Yamaha Motor Philippines (YMPH) has conducted two rider-centric activities featuring two...
Ruben Manahan IV
Dec 15, 2025
Zigwheels PH Wrapup: Local vehicle launches in H1 2025
MANILA: The first half of 2025 was indeed an eventful one for the local automotive scene: vehicle reveals one after...
Ruben Manahan IV
Jul 02, 2025
Is BYD already in PH's Top 10 automotive brand list?
MANILA: Recently, BYD in the Philippines celebrated its 10,000th-unit local sales milestone that highlighted the Filipinos' growing acceptance to the...
Ruben Manahan IV
Jun 02, 2025
How competent is Honda PH’s new president for his role?
MANILA: Recently, Takeshi Kobayashi has been appointed as the newest Honda Philippines Incorporated (HPI) president — replacing Sayaka Arai who...
Ruben Manahan IV
May 26, 2025
PH Rallycross' drivers: the men behind the 'revived' sport
Rallying in the Philippines started as early as 1962, died a natural death in the early 2000s and rose up...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 20, 2024
Honda e:HEV technology explained
MANILA: The e:HEV — Honda Cars Philippines Incorporated’s (HCPI) latest breakthrough in sustainable mobility — has entered the local market...
Ruben Manahan IV
Jul 11, 2024
Toyota Roadtrek 2024: A Journey of Fun, Fellowship, and Innovation
(In the words of Jeff Reyes)
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) recently hosted an unforgettable media experience —the highly-anticipated Toyota Road...
Ruben Manahan IV
May 27, 2024
Geely GX3 Pro: suited to rev up resolutions for 2024
MANILA: Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP) — distributor of Geely vehicles in the Philippines — expressed firm belief that the...
Ruben Manahan IV
Feb 12, 2024
The New Nissan Almera: Making Sedans Exciting Again
Because we’ve relied on smartphones for almost everything, it’s safe to say that we’re all pretty much “high-tech” these days....
Ruben Manahan IV
Jan 22, 2024
The New Nissan Almera: A Modern, Cutting-Edge Sedan
The New Nissan Almera has everything you want in a sedan: cutting-edge style and innovative technology. But what if we...
Ruben Manahan IV
Jan 22, 2024
Kia Sorento Turbo Hybrid's 4 unique features vs. most midsize SUVs
The midsize sport utility vehicle (SUV) segment is one of the tightly-contested categories in the Philippine automotive market. This division...
Ruben Manahan IV
Apr 30, 2025
First ride: Yamaha NMax Tech Max
Recently, Yamaha Motor Philippines (YMPH) launched the third-generation Nmax in the Philippines. Such an initiative awakened the nameplate's followers in...
Ruben Manahan IV
Mar 28, 2025
Changan Uni-T: bold and classy
It was in 2022 when Changan introduced to the Philippine market the Uni-T. This is one of the two premium...
Ruben Manahan IV
Mar 14, 2025
ELECTRIA: Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Hybrid: when ‘green’ mobility also means affordability
Around two years ago, the public started to feast on the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Hybrid, which was launched at...
Ruben Manahan IV
Feb 05, 2025
2024 Ford Explorer Limited: reliable 6th man
The 2024 Ford Explorer can be considered as Blue Oval’s role-player in its roster. It is still part of the...
Ruben Manahan IV
Dec 02, 2024
Toyota Corolla Cross H2 Concept: what we learned so far
MANILA: Recently, Toyota Motor Philippines recently showcased the Corolla Cross H2 Concept at the 9th Philippine International Motor Show as...
Ruben Manahan IV
Nov 05, 2024
2022 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT Honda SENSING: one of sedan segment's major thrusters
Majority of car buyers in the country have already shifted their interest to crossovers as seen in the drop of...
Ruben Manahan IV
Sep 25, 2024
Trust issued: Jetour X70 Plus
One true sign of a distributor’s confidence on a nameplate is by making it a part of its brand's initial...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 27, 2024
X hits the spot: Yamaha XMax
Undeniably, most of Yamaha Motor Philippines’ (YMPH) well-loved offerings in the market come from its maxi-scooter series. Such a fact...
Ruben Manahan IV
Jul 23, 2024
ELECTRIA: Chery eQ7 could stir UAAGI’s EV journey
Chery Auto Philippines has started its new-energy-vehicle journey early with the introduction of hybrid models under its Tiggo line. It...
Ruben Manahan IV
Jul 01, 2024
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