Resurgence is the word that perhaps best characterizes how GAC Motor Philippines is doing nowadays. Ever since multinational automotive distributor Astara took over local operations on December 2022, the Chinese car brand’s image and vehicle lineup have gotten a huge boost amid the surge of new cars from the People’s Republic. GAC Motor Philippines’ improved fortunes are also being helped by the recent appointment of highly respected industry veterans Franz Decloedt and Timmy De Leon, who serve

Entering the market in 2020, Changan Motor Philippines Inc. (CMPI) has come some way in establishing itself as a prominent China brand distributor in the local market. As you know, CMPI is the local distributor of Changan vehicles in the Philippines. And so far, the brand has resonated well with the Filipino market thanks to its powerful, tech-packed, and affordable lineup of cars. CMPI was recently rewarded for its efforts as the local arm of the international brand when it was recognized for i

Have you ever wanted to have your brand-new Toyota Wigo, but you can’t handle heavy monthly payments? Toyota Motor Philippines said in a January 2023 press statement that you can bring home the Wigo 1.0 E M/T at just ₱6,256 a month through its Pay Light option, which requires a 50-percent downpayment and 60 months amortization. The same financing plan means you can also have a Toyota Veloz 1.5 G CVT at ₱13,210 a month or a Toyota Rush E 1.5 M/T at ₱10,724 a month. The Pay Light option is availab

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is staging another avalanche of promotions this November. Honda customers are invited to avail of cash and accessories discounts, low all-in down payment schemes, low monthly amortization, and flexible financing options, along with special offers in its "Happy Holideals" program. Low Insurance Rates Included in this new round of customer incentives are special deals for the Honda SENSING Insurance Partnership. Special comprehensive insurance rates will be affo

I have always wondered about the Hyundai Accent and why many opted to get one. I mean, what's the catch? They look decent, but I think you would have compromised in quality and finish had you opted for an Accent over a Toyota Vios or Honda City today. I'd even understand why someone chooses an MG, since those look hot and packed with tech. Don't get me wrong though, these cars have shortcomings as well. But with Honda's performance and Toyota's reliability, what makes the Accent still stand out

Hats off to the 2022 Honda Civic Type R for cruising to a high spot in reviews of its class, hailing as the best compact car of its category in 2022. This car entry by Honda is being sold at Php3.18 million in the Philippines. The price of this Japanese-made vehicle shows to be an expensive model car. It is around twice the price of some subcompact car models available in the automobile market. However, great things come with a price, they might say. At that price for a car, we are expecting rem