Nissan’s fight for survival continues
Ladies, do you agree?
The world's top female motoring journalists have spoken. For 2023, the Women's World Car of the Year (WWCOTY) best 4x4 and pickup is the Ford Ranger.The American truck was voted this year's top pickup offering by a panel
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Congratulations
Last year was a pretty big one for Kia Philippines, with the company being able to post a sizable 34% annual sales increase while the auto industry recovered from COVID-19. That's noticeably higher than the local market's average 26%
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The DTI hopes so
If this news pans out to be true, the local auto industry's manufacturing scene might soon get a major boost.According to new reports, the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is urging Mitsubishi to bring its Xpander assembly operations
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Another mall showroom
In case you missed it, Geely had a very impressive 2022 in the Philippines sales-wise. Yes, it helps that the Chinese car brand's offerings are pretty enticing-but a big part of the company's local success is owed to
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Will this be sustained
The local auto industry doesn't appear to show any signs of slowing down after having recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic in 2022.According to data provided by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (
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Something to look forward to
Start freeing up your April 2023 calendars, people. We finally know exactly when this year's Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) is taking place.Event organizers have announced that MIAS 2023 will be from April 13 to 16, 2023. That's Thursday
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Check out the brand’s cars in the virtual world
Virtual showrooms? It's a neat way to go about making the auto market more convenient for potential buyers. Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH), though, believes it can take this idea a step further by bringing its presence to the metaverse.The South
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The crossover definitely has a following now
If you're still doubting Geely's presence in the local auto market, perhaps this news will change your mind.The Chinese car manufacturer sold a total of 9,302 units in 2022-good enough to place Geely Philippines 8th in the
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Puso!
Gilas Pilipinas is going to have one of the world's largest car brands supporting it in this year's FIBA Basketball World Cup.Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has announced that it has partnered with the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) and
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Is this the end of an era?
The local luxury car segment might look noticeably different soon. This is after a new joint venture between premium car distributor CATS and global player Inchcape is finalized in the coming months.Inchcape, an independent multi-brand global car distributor, has acquired
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Expect more from the French carmaker this year
Peugeot has big things in store for the Philippine market this year.The French car brand and its official distributor, Astara Philippines, have announced that they will be expanding the local Peugeot lineup in the second quarter of 2023. According to brand
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The brand acknowledges there’s a tough road ahead
Don't get it twisted. While the overall sales situation has improved, car brands are still wrestling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. A global parts and semiconductor shortage caused by disrupted supply chains, for example, continues to mess with
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Did you contribute to the model’s success?
In case you missed it, the Philippine auto industry has finally bounced back from the effects of COVID-19. Local brands sold a whopping 352,596 units last year, which was good for an impressive 31.3% growth.Helping lead the way
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Guess who leads the pack
In case you missed it, the year-end sales tally from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) is in. Things are looking good for the local auto industry, with member brands having sold a total of 352,596 units
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Has the local auto industry finally recovered?
The numbers are in...and things are looking good.The official December sales tally from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) has been posted showing 37,259 units sold in the final month of
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What’s your budget?
First thing first: We're not using 'cheap' as a derogatory term here. We're referring to these cars' price tags. Got it?With that out of the way, you're in the right place if you're shopping for a brand-
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Welcome back!
The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) has released another monthly sales tally, and a familiar badge has re-entered the top 10 after a considerable hiatus.Hyundai, which was previously listed under the Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors (
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Congratulations on the milestone
Thailand has long served as the Southeast Asian manufacturing hub for international carmakers. If you drive a Japanese pickup or midsize SUV it was probably sourced from the Land of Smiles.Frankly, as far as mass-market offerings are concerned, none of
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Congratulations!
Don't fool yourselves into thinking Japan's passion for kei cars stems purely out of a lack of real estate. The market takes the segment very, very seriously. Need proof? The country's auto industry has just named one (or two?)
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Any buyers up north planning to drop by?
Pampanga will soon welcome yet another car brand to its bustling dealership scene. This time, it's Volvo.The Scandinavian car manufacturer has announced that its new Pampanga dealership will be ready to serve customers up north in the second quarter of
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