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August 8, 2017

7-Seater, Diesel-Powered 2018 Honda CR-V Lands in the Philippines (w/ 29 Photos, Specs, Video)

Seven seats. Diesel engine. These are the two key words that describe the perfect SUV for Filipino families; words that now amply describe the all-new 2018 Honda CR-V. As Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI)’s first ever diesel offering, the fifth-generation CR-V arrives to potentially steal the thunder (and sales) away from lumbering ladder-on-frame SUVs with its exceptional driving performance, all-around riding comfort, bold and sophisticated styling, and premium and upscale interior.

Mazda has just announced the next phase of its long-term vision for technology development: “Sustainable Zoom-Zoom 2030.” And at the cornerstone is the confirmation of one of the most highly anticipated engine technology yet: gasoline compression ignition. Called Skyactiv-X, Mazda will debut this next-generation engine as early as 2019.

Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the exclusive distributor of Kia vehicles in the Philippines has launched the all-new Picanto. Now on its third-generation, the 2018 Picanto (read our First Drive Impressions) brings with it a more youthful and energetic appearance, high-quality and high-tech cabin, and assertive yet frugal performance.

Ford Philippines today announced record July retail sales that rose 8 percent year-over-year to 2,973 vehicles.

A few weeks back, I happened to experience what I thought was one of the best balanced sportscars in the world: the Porsche 718 Boxster. At the time, I thought Stuttgart’s effort would be hard to beat. That was, until I snuggled into the driver’s seat of a 2017 Mazda MX-5 RF. Now, I can unequivocally say that if I were in the market for an open-top two-seater sportscar (and had all the budget in the world), I would choose the Mazda.

Mazda Philippines Sets Record First-Half Sales in 2017

Bermaz Auto Philippines (BAP), the official distributor of Mazda vehicles and parts in the country, today reported another record-setting feat, this time for the month of July, as it carries on with a strong year-on-year upward trend in total sales performance for the first seven months of 2017.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), recently celebrated two decades of success following the gathering of its biggest event for their recognized Isuzu clubs; Team Isuzu Pilipinas, Team Isuzu Car Enthusiast and mu-X Owners Philippines.

Is Ford going to debut an all-new engine for the Asian version of the EcoSport? If the report from Autocar India is true, then the answer is yes. Seems Ford is keen on replacing the EcoSport’s current 1.5-liter Sigma with something a little more potent.

It’s August and that means the height of rainy season. And while everyone can enjoy the cooler weather, the rainy season also brings with it unpredictable weather. One moment, it can be hot and sunny, the next, it could be dark with torrential rainfall. The heavy rains also bring with it one perennial problem for all motorists: limited visibility.

Caltex Rolls Out Fuel Your School CSR Project in Bicol

“The best way to begin democratizing access to powerful technology is through our public schools where even the last, the least, and the lost can also experience it. Now, more than ever, we need to invest in the minds of our young people,” said Vice President Leni Robredo during the recent roll out of Caltex Fuel Your School (FYS) Bicol in Naga City.

Toyota and Mazda has entered into an alliance that aims to further strengthen the partnership between the two Japanese automakers. The agreement preserves the independence and equality for both companies, but will allow them to synergize and advance future car products.

Ferrari Backtracks, Looks at Producing Its First SUV

After vehemently denying that they’re going to build an ultraluxury SUV, Ferrari has done a 180 and has all but confirmed what was once unthinkable: a Ferrari SUV.

As Mazda zooms in on its centennial year in 2020, the Hiroshima-based automaker announced a classic car program last year. Today, they have announced the first model to benefit from this program: the MX-5 NA.

This Custom-Built Subaru WRX STI is the Fastest 4-Door Sedan at the Nürburgring Nordschleife (w/ Video)

Subaru just set a new lap record for a four-door sedan at the 20.6-kilometer Nürburgring Nordschleife race track, achieving a time of 6:57.5. The time was achieved using the Nürburgring timing equipment and was officially verified by track officials.

MiLi, a premium brand of mobile solution products has just launched a range of officially licensed Ferrari products. Show off your inner Tifosi with this range of products bearing the iconic Ferrari Prancing Horse. And like all of other MiLi offerings, this range is designed to support your fast-paced lifestyle by providing portable power and storage solutions.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority or MMDA reports that on the average, 10 bus-related accidents occur daily in Metro Manila. This is despite the presence of an existing law, Republic Act No. 10916, otherwise known as the Road Speed Limiter Act of 2016.

The class-defining Ford Ranger pick-up truck underscores its popularity in the highly competitive mid-size pickup truck segment across Asia Pacific, achieving record sales for the first half of 2017. Retail sales of the Ranger during the first six months rose more than 21 percent from the previous year to a record 63,525 vehicles.

Goodyear Launches EfficientGrip Performance SUV: Quiet Comfort for Premium SUVs

Responding to the increased demand for SUVs (Sport Utility Vehicles) and crossovers globally, Goodyear has launched a new luxury performance tire that delivers a quieter driving experience with maximized comfort and exceptional wet braking performance: EfficientGrip Performance SUV.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm HARI Foundation, Inc. (HFI), has partnered with the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity (ACB), to take its advocacy for education in environmental stewardship on a regional scale as the Philippine auto industry’s champion for biodiversity in the ASEAN region.

Reflective of last year’s strong market performance, Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH) continues to impress the industry with yet another record-breaking growth. SPH posted strong sales for the first half of the year, achieving a 35 percent year-on-year increase on the back of effective brand-building efforts in numerous platforms, particularly in recent months.

Though the 911 has always taken the lion’s share of attention in Porsche’s lineup, one cannot underestimate what the Boxster has achieved. After its appearance in the carmaker’s lineup in the late 1990s, it enabled Porsche to rediscover the magic of a mid-engined sportscar. Through gradual development and enlargement in both power and engine capacity over three generations (986, 987, and 981) it closed the gap ever so dangerously close to the venerable 911. And now, there’s the 718 Boxster. Designated internally as the 982, it enters the market with an engine almost half the size of the previous top-of-the-line Boxster. Normally, this would be unthinkable in the sportscar horsepower race, but in this case, less is more.

Honda Ranks Highest in After Sales Service Satisfaction in the Philippines

Honda ranks highest in overall service satisfaction among the 11 mass market brands included in the JD Power 2017 Philippine Customer Service Index (CSI). Honda scores 803 and performs particularly well in four of the five factors: service quality; vehicle pick-up; service facility; and service advisor. Hyundai (798) ranks second, followed by Mitsubishi (797).

From the confines of Manila’s busy streets to the tight roads of Baguio City, the three newest offerings of Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI)—the 2018 City, Jazz, and Mobilio passed their first road trip test with flying colors.

Volvo Philippines Offering XC60 At P 300,000 Off for a Limited Time

Volvo Philippines is offering the last remaining units of its best-selling mid-sized SUV to enthusiasts who want a Volvo that can cruise around city roads and still feel capable and comfortable carousing down country trails. Sweetening the deal, it is up for grabs with a P 300,000 discount off the retail price.

UPDATE: Ford is now offering to fix the 2011-17 Explorers for free (10/14).

Reuters via Automotive News reports that the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or NHTSA is now upgrading and expanding a probe into 1.33 million 2011-2017 Ford Explorer SUVs over reports of “exhaust odors in vehicle compartments and exposure to carbon monoxide that may be linked to crashes and injuries.”

Ford Celebrates 100 Years of Writing Truck History

Exactly one hundred years ago, on July 27, 1917, Ford Motor Company set off on an adventure that would change the automotive industry forever. It began with the Model TT, a truck based on the hugely successful Model T car, and grew, over the course of a century, into the world’s best-selling truck brand.

Buyers in the market for a new non-Euro 4 emissions compliant vehicle just got a bit of a reprieve. After the DENR set a December 31, 2017 deadline for the initial (new) registration of non-Euro 4 compliant vehicles, the LTO has issued a Memorandum Circular that allows the registration of non-compliant vehicles under one specific clause.

“I used to remember that there was no good place to eat here,” recalls Bermaz Auto Philippines President and CEO Steven Tan. “Chino Roces Avenue Extension was a place more commonly associated with car dealerships, offices, and warehouses.”

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August 8, 2017

7-Seater, Diesel-Powered 2018 Honda CR-V Lands in the Philippines (w/ 29 Photos, Specs, Video)

Mazda Confirms Compression Ignition Gasoline Engine; Calls It Skyactiv-X

Kia Philippines Launches All-New 2018 Picanto (w/ Specs)

Ford Philippines Sustains Momentum; Posts Record July Sales

Review: 2017 Mazda MX-5 RF

August 7, 2017

Mazda Philippines Sets Record First-Half Sales in 2017

Isuzu Philippines Holds Biggest Meet for Customers

Is Ford Launching a New Engine for the EcoSport?

3 Things to Keep in Mind to Improve Rainy Day Visibility

August 5, 2017

Caltex Rolls Out Fuel Your School CSR Project in Bicol

Toyota and Mazda Enter into Alliance

August 4, 2017

Ferrari Backtracks, Looks at Producing Its First SUV

Mazda Starts Offering MX-5 Parts Re-Supply, Restoration Service

August 2, 2017

This Custom-Built Subaru WRX STI is the Fastest 4-Door Sedan at the Nürburgring Nordschleife (w/ Video)

MiLi Offers Ferrari Collection of Power Banks, Portable Storage Solutions

Autokontrol Helps Promote Safety for Vehicle Fleets; Now Available in the Philippines

Ford Ranger Sets Record Half-Year Sales in Asia-Pacific in 2017

August 1, 2017

Goodyear Launches EfficientGrip Performance SUV: Quiet Comfort for Premium SUVs

Hyundai is Official Mobility Partner of ASEAN Biodiversity Heroes

Suzuki Philippines Sales Exceed Industry Expectations in H1 2017

Review: 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster

July 31, 2017

Honda Ranks Highest in After Sales Service Satisfaction in the Philippines

A Quick Baguio Getaway with the Honda City, Jazz, and Mobilio

July 29, 2017

Volvo Philippines Offering XC60 At P 300,000 Off for a Limited Time

UPDATED: 2011-2017 Ford Explorer Probed for Exhaust Odors, Excessive Carbon Monoxide - Report

July 28, 2017

Ford Celebrates 100 Years of Writing Truck History

Non-Euro 4 Vehicles Get New Registration Reprieve

This Restaurant in a Mazda Dealership Serves the Best Japanese Food in Town