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BYD Philippines officially launches the all-electric Atto 3

UNDER the Ayala Group of Companies, Mobility Access Philippines Ventures Inc. (MAPVI), the official distributor of BYD in the Philippines, has officially launched the all-electric Atto 3 crossover—the most advanced EV available from the Chinese global EV powerhouse and manufacturer. First previewed at the 11th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVs), the Atto 3 crossover showcases some of the most advanced EV technologies available today.

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Elvis has left the building

THE passing of Ray Butch Gamboa left a void that is hard to fill in the nation’s motoring journalism milieu. Butch—or Elvis as I fondly called him, a moniker that was very much to his liking as he was a self-confessed ardent fan of the king of Rock ‘n’ Roll—was the epitome of everything about the car world insofar as the media twins of broadcasting and writing are concerned.

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‘Lexus: better car for the planet’

LEXUS, the esteemed “big brother” of Toyota, has made quite an indelible impression in the just-ended Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo that I can’t help but dwell a bit on the speech of Simon Humphries, the operating officer and chief branding officer of Toyota Motor Corporation. I was right there seated in front of the huge stage when Simon delivered his lustily-applauded discourse. Here are excerpts:

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Honda aims for zero traffic collision fatalities by 2050

No matter how bold that goal is, it is always the question of how. With the global safety slogan “Safety for Everyone,” Honda’s collision-free society goal is supported by pursuing the research and development of safety technologies from the perspective of both hardware and software.

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Electrified Lexus lauds bamboo in Japan Mobility Show

AS promised, here’s Lexus at the Japan Mobility Show that I had just covered at Tokyo’s famous Big Sight inside the Japanese capital. My gratitude goes to Nadinne Capistrano and Shaina Mae Semana for providing weighty details to this obra.

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Falken Tire Philippines introduces the Azenis FK520L

JM Far East Inc., the sole and exclusive distributor of Falken tires in the Philippines, recently unveiled its newest flagship tire, the Azenis FK520L. Successor to the FK510, the latest Falken offering is set to redefine standards in ultra-high-performance tires.

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SEAOIL opens 800th station in Cavite, with 50 more coming

SEAOIL marks another milestone in their achievements with the opening of their 800^th station in the country, located in Silang, Cavite. It’s on track to expand its retail network to a total of 850 stations before the end of the year.

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Introducing MG Marvel R EV SUV and MG4 EV Hatchback

The EV Hatchback’s simple yet sophisticated instrument panel and ergonomic floating center console

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Toyota rock star in Japan Mobility Show

TOKYO, Japan—A whole new world of a massively stunning vehicle landscape unfurled at the fabled Tokyo Big Sight (TBS) on October 26, wowing a public from all walks of life not used to gawking at concept cars leaning heavily towards the extraordinary.

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Honda showcases its diverse current and future of mobility

AFTER the Tokyo Motor Show concluded in 2019, it was re-established as the Japan Mobility Show (JMS), promising a broader range of mobility products, services and technologies.

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An eternity of romance

TOKYO, Japan—Sidelined by the pandemic, Asia’s iconic car show has bounced back to showcase its latest inventions and innovations to bolster vehicle technology in the coming years. That’s basically what the ongoing 2023 Japan Mobility Show (JMS) ending November 5 is all about.

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11th EVAP goes full swing in pushing for EV adoption

THIS year’s recently concluded Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) summit was about adopting electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. Themed “Plug-in and Accelerate,” the organization is leading the local electric vehicle sector in further pushing for implementation of the provisions of the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (Republic Act No. 11697) over a year after the enactment of the legislation.

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Why European drivers are opting for Chinese electric cars

Kelvin Chan / The Associated Press
October 23, 2023

LONDON—When Laima Springe-Janssen was looking to replace her French-made gasoline-powered SUV with an electric car, she considered models from Volvo and Nissan.

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Emphasis is on ‘Japan’–Toyoda

THE eagerly awaited 2023 Japan Mobility Show (JMS) will unfurl next week and will end on November 5 in Tokyo’s famed Big Sight, finally completing the colossal birth of the show’s predecessor known for 69 years as the Tokyo Motor Show starting 1954.

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Bigger, bolder and better Ford Territory

LAUNCHED during the Manila International Auto Show, the Next-Generation Ford Territory is a complete departure from its predecessor.

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Volvo Philippines ushers in all-electric C40 and XC40 Recharge models

VOLVO Philippines recently launched its first two fully electric models in its local lineup – the new Volvo C40 and Volvo XC40 Recharge. Dubbed the brand’s “twin” models, Volvo claims that these all-electric models share similarities yet exude a distinct individuality and appeal.

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Volkswagen brings in the Tharu compact SUV

VOLKSWAGEN Philippines recently brought in the latest addition to its Crossover SUV lineup – the All-New Tharu. Positioned above the smaller T-Cross, the newest model in the local roster is picking up what the Tiguan has left off.

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Isuzu inaugurates Dasmariñas dealership

OVER a year after it broke ground, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) officially inaugurated the Isuzu Dasmariñas dealership. Operated by Iconic Dealership Inc. (IDI), an authorized dealer of Isuzu vehicles and wholly owned by Ayala Automotive Holdings Corporation, the newly-opened branch is the company’s second facility in Cavite province, along with Isuzu Bacoor. The new dealership replaced the former Isuzu Imus.

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Volvo’s major move on electric cars

THE seeming arrival of electric vehicles has pushed car companies to double their efforts in a bid to hit the finish line first. The trend is here: Get there ahead of the pack.

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BYD’s ‘Seal’ of excellence

TOP Chinese EV maker BYD recently showcased the latest addition to its growing all-electric model lineup—the Seal sports sedan. This high-performance EV sports sedan is already making rounds in the ASEAN market. To showcase the capabilities of the all-electric Seal, BYD hosted select motoring media members from the Asia-Pacific region. Dubbed “Innovation meets acceleration,” the Asia-Pacific media track day was held at the Zhuhai International Circuit in China to fully experience the EV sports sedan.

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Whether it’s on 4 or 2 wheels, ride hailing will get you there

OVER the last decade, the ride-hailing industry has taken the Philippines by storm, creating a seismic shift in the country’s transportation landscape.

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DOTr launches more bicycle lanes in QC

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Quezon City government on Monday broke ground for the establishment of active transport lanes in select parts of Elliptical Road and Commonwealth Avenue.

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Lexus Premium wave of the future

LEXUS unveiled last week a radicalized view of car acquisition.

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Marcos halts collection of pass-through fees for vehicles transporting goods

To help lower the price of goods and services, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has prohibited local government units (LGU) from collecting pass-through fees for delivery vehicles on national roads, and those unfunded by Republic Act (RA) No. 7160 or the Local Government Code (LGC).

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All-New Honda CR-V makes Philippine debut

AFTER its global reveal last year, the highly-anticipated sixth-generation Honda CR-V recently made its Philippine debut. Since it arrived in 1997, the Honda CR-V has achieved over 70,000 units sold locally. Globally, over 13 million units have been sold since its introduction in 1995.

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Shell holds summit for partner auto workshops in pioneering business

SHELL Lubricants Philippines recently held its first-of-its-kind Fast Track: Shell Helix Auto Workshop Summit with partner automotive shops nationwide. Held at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, the aim was to empower auto workshop businesses to adapt, keep up, and achieve their maximum growth potential.

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125 years in motion

Goodyear presents breakthrough tire technologies in Malaysia in celebration of 125th anniversary.

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After BMW, it’s Ferrari next for RSA

RAMON S. Ang is a man of few words. His favorite word is “Sir.” I know. He calls me “Sir” all the time. He called me “Sir” again during the recent launch of two Ferrari muscles at his Velocita Motors showroom along Edsa near Ortigas Ave. in Mandaluyong City.

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What if public transit was like Uber? A small city ended its bus service to find out

Jeff McMurray | The Associated Press
September 18, 2023

When a small city abruptly parked all its buses to launch a publicly subsidized van service offering $1.50 trips anywhere in town, only one of its bus drivers — a big-city transplant — went along for the ride.

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Toyota is as popular as basketball and BTS

IT is uncommon to see the top gun of a global entity visiting his subalterns. But make Akio Toyoda, the chairman of Toyota Motor Corp. (TMC), an exception.

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