Manila Bulletin

Mitsubishi Motors...

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capable of producing export quality vehicles that will further boost the Philippine economy.

As MMPC surpassed its millionth unit sales, the company eagerly looks forward to brining new and exciting vehicles designed to meet the needs of the Filipino people.

Mitsubishi can trace its heritage in the Philippine­s as far back as 1963, as Chrysler Phils. Corp., selling vehicles badged as Chrysler, though wholly Mitsubishi-built models. Since then it has gone on to assemble key models in Philippine automotive history such as the Mirage, Lancer, Galant, Pajero, Adventure, L300, Strada, and Montero Sport. Today, Mitsubishi currently manufactur­es the Mirage G4 in its assembly plant in Santa Rosa, Laguna.

Return of the L300

Besides the celebratio­n of this key milestone in its history, MMPC had yet another announceme­nt for all those present. The L300 FB, a favorite vehicle of SMEs, will be made available once again. The L300 FB was once a staple of Mitsubishi’s lineup, as a reliable and affordable vehicle suitable for small and medium size businesses.

It was only discontinu­ed due to government regulation­s requiring all new vehicles sold by 2018 to be Euro-4 emissions compliant. The L300 could only meet Euro-2 emissions regulation­s. With some clever engineerin­g, MMPC was able to upgrade the L300’s powertrain with a newer, more powerful system that also meets environmen­tal requiremen­ts.

The new and improved L300 now boasts of a newer, cleaner powerplant, redesigned front façade, and a revised passenger cabin for a more modern look.

Mitsubishi has yet to announce when the vehicle will be made available but it is very likely to be offered once again within the year.

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