Andy Sevilla

2 months ago | manilastandard.net | Andy Sevilla

The future of a potential merger between Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. hangs in the balance as reports emerge that Nissan is set to withdraw from ongoing negotiations. Sources indicate that differences in the talks have grown significant enough to jeopardize the proposed $60 billion deal aimed at creating the world’s third-largest automaker.

2 months ago | manilastandard.net | Andy Sevilla

Suzuki Philippines deserves high praise as it marks an impressive 50 years in the local automotive industry. Originally established under Rufino D. Antonio & Associates, Inc. in 1957, the company evolved from an architectural and engineering firm into a formidable player in the motorcycle, automotive, and marine sectors over the decades. The motorcycle business kicked off in 1959 and expanded to become a fully-owned Japanese entity by 1985, officially rebranding as Suzuki Philippines, Inc.

2 months ago | manilastandard.net | Andy Sevilla

Every year, car owners face the annual renewal of their vehicle registration. While driver’s licenses have transitioned from annual renewals to every five or ten years, car registration remains unchanged. This is largely due to the substantial revenue it generates for both the government and the private sector. The annual renewal process has evolved into a multi-billion-peso industry, thriving as hundreds of thousands of new cars join the millions already congesting our roads.

Jan 18, 2025 | manilastandard.net | Andy Sevilla

While cars may enjoy relatively long lifespans, the same cannot be said for the men and women at the helm of car manufacturers and dealerships. When business performance falters, those at the top often become the first casualties. This is evident in the recent wave of resignations and dismissals among top officials of various car brands across the country.

Dec 7, 2024 | manilastandard.net | Andy Sevilla

NO ONE can predict what the true rush hours are nowadays, as the Christmas season is very much in the air—and yes, even on the streets. If you think going out for a one-hour drive to your lunch meeting at 11 a.m. is easy, think again. Not once, but twice. Chances are you might get caught in monstrous traffic at that time without any warning, even though you’ve taken a similar route many times before. Finding a parking spot is another challenge that could take you an hour, if you’re unlucky.