THE all-new Mitsubishi Xpander Cross, a modern 7-seater MPV Crossover with SUV capabilities, was officially introduced to the local market by Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) recently during a media launch at the Whiskey Park in Taguig City. This latest iteration of Mitsubishi’s best-selling model redefines the MPV segment sporting a more advanced and progressive look while combining luxury and …
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HYUNDAI Motor Group promoted the South Korean city of Busan’s bid to host World EXPO 2030 at the recent World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. The Group operated a fleet of 58 vehicles wrapped with Busan’s World Expo 2030 logo during the event to promote the city to the forum-attending world political and business leaders, Swiss citizens and other …
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KIA Philippines proudly inaugurated its Kia Acropolis, the seventh dealership to proudly wear Kia’s refreshed new look. Kia Acropolis is located on E. Rodriguez Jr. Ave. Brgy Bagumbayan, Libis, a bustling business and commercial district in Metro Manila. “After 13 years as a Kia dealer we have witnessed all of Kia’s innovations,” said Jan Golangco, COO of Kia Acropolis/Autoklassik Motors …
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ISUZU D-MAX has once again dominated the 2022 Philippine Rallycross Series (PHRX) with Louie Camacho bagging the Over-all Champion title for Pick-up, Utility Vehicle and All-Wheel Drive Class, while Mon Dimapilis came in 1st place in all three classes as well. The two (2) D-MAX 3.0 LS-E 4×4 AT rally vehicles both sported minimal modification at the PHRX, a timed …
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6th GEN HONDA CIVIC TYPE R THE 6th Generation Honda Civic Type R, by far the most powerful model in Type R’s 30-year history, was finally introduced during the jampacked Thanksgiving Party tendered by the Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) late last week at the Karrera Showroom in Alabang, Muntinlupa City. All were amazed with the sporty and elegant look …
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THE new president of Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) officially took over the helm of the company during a turnover ceremony witnessed by the members of the media at the iconic Ilustrado Restaurant in Intramuros, Manila. Tetsuya Fujita formally assumed the post from the outgoing Noboru Murakami who expressed his gratitude for the support he received during his short term. Murakami …
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HYUNDAI Motor Group (the Group)’s Executive Chair Euisun Chung has been honored with the MotorTrend “Person of the Year Award” after topping the MotorTrend’s esteemed 2023 Power List of 50 influential people in the global automotive industry. During the past five years, Chung has risen progressively from his first appearance on the power list at No. 12 in 2018 to …
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Changan Motor Philippines, Inc. (CMPI), the country’s official distributor of Changan cars, confidently opens 2023 with a 221% growth in sales – with 557 units sold in 2021 to 1,787 units in 2022. The company likewise achieved 100% of its sales target for wholesale. At the forefront of Changan Auto’s certified best-sellers are the New CS35 Plus and the Alsvin …
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FORD Philippines solidified its position as one of the leading automotive players in the country as it delivered another strong performance in 2022. Full-year retail sales grew by 24 percent from a year ago to 24,710 vehicles led by its three best-selling vehicles – the Ford Ranger, Ford Everest, and Ford Territory. The Ford Ranger was the top-selling Ford vehicle …
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ISUZU Philippines Corporation (IPC) launched its Solar Photovoltaic (PV) project recently aiming to become energy self-sufficient and reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emission of its manufacturing plant in Biñan, Laguna. IPC envisions itself to be the vital engine for the Philippine society towards a sustainable automotive chain, thus driving the company through an ESG perspective – Environment, Social and Governance. Several …
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