Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) unveiled the much-awaited new crossover genre Tj Cruiser concept vehicle at the 45th Tokyo Motor Show. The design is a cool fusion of a boxy cargo van and the powerful design of an SUV. According to Mai Takeuchi, from TMC’s Business and Operation Planning Division, TJ stands for “Toolbox Joy” while […]
After the successful exhibition of the 1st Philippine Automotive Parts Expo or PhilAPEX 2017, the local auto parts makers are now scrambling to get ready for the PUV Modernization Program (PUVPM) of the Department of Transportation. PhilAPEX 2017 was organized by the Philippine Parts Makers Association (PPMA) to show the auto industry the local supplier […]
Manila motorists are quite used to horror stories. They experience one every single day, crawling through life-sapping, IQ-diminishing traffic. But things could be worse.
Okazaki, Japan—Itching to buy a compact 7-seater multipurpose vehicle (MPV)? Well, don’t scratch that itch just yet.
Nissan has been one of the proponents of electric vehicles, having almost 300,000 units of the all-electric drive Leaf hatchback. The Leaf’s second generation offers even greater range and a new suite of safety features. Building on the Leaf’s electric and Nissan’s Intelligent Driving, which include autonomous vehicles, is the Nissan IMx. The IMx is […]
Tokyo, Japan—“The Philippines is a very exciting country. Manila’s got a good buzz. You can feel the energy, the ambition. And we want to be part of that ambition.” This came straight from Mitsubishi Motor Corp. COO Trevor Mann as he spoke to the Philippine motoring press on Oct. 24, a media night hosted by […]
AUDI Philippines chose the Manila Polo Club last week as the venue of choice to debut the all-new Audi Q5 with VIP guests and clients as well as select members of the media. All were treated to a sumptuous dinner with flowing drinks. A laser light presentation followed that highlighted the exemplary features of the German luxury compact SUV.
The average car shopper now agrees on one thing: they want to be able to use their handsets and their favorite apps while behind the wheel, even if it means paying a premium to do so.
Fortifying its position as the country’s leading truck body builder, Centro Manufacturing Corporation showed its full force when it fielded seven of the sixteen prototypes of the modern jeepney for the government’s PUV Modernization Program at the recent Eco PUV Showcase of the Department of Industry. The showcase was a side event at the 1st […]
When one thinks of a modern luxurious crossover SUV, what are the important parameters that determine how good it is?
Chevrolet’s global entry in the booming subcompact crossover market began production in April 2013. By 2015, the Trax had made its first full year of sales in the United States, where it became the third bestseller in its segment. Over here, the second generation Trax for the 2017 model year was launched at the 2016 […]
One of 2017’s biggest automotive surprises is the Mahinda Xylo E8. Bear with me and please don’t think this article to be lip service to appease a manufacturer.
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) unveiled the much-awaited new crossover genre Tj Cruiser concept vehicle at the 45th Tokyo Motor Show. The design is a cool fusion of a boxy cargo van and the powerful design of an SUV. According to Mai Takeuchi, from TMC’s Business and Operation Planning Division, TJ stands for “Toolbox Joy” while […]
After the successful exhibition of the 1st Philippine Automotive Parts Expo or PhilAPEX 2017, the local auto parts makers are now scrambling to get ready for the PUV Modernization Program (PUVPM) of the Department of Transportation. PhilAPEX 2017 was organized by the Philippine Parts Makers Association (PPMA) to show the auto industry the local supplier […]
Tokyo, Japan—“The Philippines is a very exciting country. Manila’s got a good buzz. You can feel the energy, the ambition. And we want to be part of that ambition.” This came straight from Mitsubishi Motor Corp. COO Trevor Mann as he spoke to the Philippine motoring press on Oct. 24, a media night hosted by […]