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November 11, 2014

Review: 2014 Toyota Yaris 1.5G

Photos by Ulysses Ang
Whether you like it or not, sub-compact cars are becoming more and more complicated. Once seen as the first rung in the ladder of automotive ownership, today’s small cars are jam-packed with features and technologies which can frankly turn some people off. Voice-activated controls, touch screen audio systems, turbocharged engines, stability control; they are all well and good, but for the Average Joe, having to navigate through all these while trying to acclimatize to driving in Manila can be daunting. What if you just want a no-frills everyday commuter that’s still safe and solidly-built? What if you don’t need any of the extra trimmings and just want to get to the meat of the matter. Well, the Toyota Yaris 1.5G is for you.

November 10, 2014

Toyota Reaches Highest Monthly Sales Record in October


The number one car company in the country has reached its highest monthly sales record registering 10,163 units last October. This is the first time any local car brand experienced such performance in terms of vehicle sales. On a year-to-date basis, TMPC has registered a growth of 41.92% vs previous year selling a total of 86,794 units and already surpassing its 2013 sales level.  Likewise, TMPC’s YTD market share of 45.2% for the first 10 months of 2014.

Experience BMW to the Power of M this November 14-16 at McKinley West


Asian Carmakers Corporation (ACC), the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, once again reinforces BMW’s continued dominance in the premium automotive segment by holding its biggest selling event for the year, the BMW XPO 2014.  From November 14-16, BMW will be hosting an exciting weekend that will allow BMW fans and the general motoring public to experience the best of BMW.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Announces Safety Recall for Lancer EX, Lancer EX Ralliart, Lancer Evolution, ASX, and Outlander


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) recently announced to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) that it will conduct a safety recall inspection campaign on the ASX, Outlander, Lancer Evolution and Lancer EX models, as part of the recall campaign earlier announced by Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, Japan.

Subaru Palm Challenge 2014: Contestants Brave Unpredictable Weather

Photo by Ulysses Ang
Despite fluctuating temperatures and a heavy thunderstorm, 99 local and regional finalists remained undeterred at the end of day two of The MediaCorp Subaru Challenge 2014 - The Asian Face-Off.

All vying for the coveted prize of a Subaru car, participants have to keep their right palm firmly on one of ten Subaru Imprezas at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza. A total of 53 regional finalists were still in the running as day two came to a close.

November 9, 2014

Winners of 2014-2015 Auto Focus People's Choice and Media's Choice Awards Announced


The Philippine automotive market’s best-selling standard and luxury models, the Toyota Vios subcompact and the Lexus IS 350 luxury compact sedan, garnered the coveted “Automobile of the Year” title in their respective categories at the Awards Night of the “2014-2015 Auto Focus People’s Choice Awards” (AFPCA).

Caltex StarCash: The Perfect Gift to Enjoy this Christmas Journey


Give the most practical Christmas gifts for family, friends, and colleagues who will be travelling about during this busy time of the year. Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of the Caltex fuel and lubricants, is now offering its limited-edition, StarCash Christmas fuel cards in denominations of P300, P500 and P1,000 from October 15, 2014 – January 31, 2015. The pre-paid cards can be used to purchase fuel, lubricants, and services at Caltex stations.

Ford Philippines Sales Jump 52 Percent in Best-Ever October Performance


Ford Philippines today announced its best-ever performance for the month of October with total retail sales increasing 52 percent year-over-year to 1,950 units. Sales across Ford’s lineup in the Philippines helped drive the record month, including continuing strength in demand for the Ranger, EcoSport and Everest nameplates.

Subaru Palm Challenge 2014: Philippine Team Holding Strong

Photo by Ulysses Ang
The MediaCorp Subaru Challenge 2014 - The Asian Face-Off, now in its 13th year, kick-started today with contenders struggling against harsh weather conditions to outlast each other. The blistering heat and humid temperatures early in the afternoon proved too much for some contestants, resulting in only 176 remaining with a chance of winning a Subaru XV worth P 1,298,000.

November 8, 2014

Subaru Palm Challenge 2014 Kicks Off at Ngee Ann City

Photo by Ulysses Ang
The region’s most anticipated endurance challenge kicked off today at Ngee Ann City’s Civic Plaza at exactly 1 PM. The Subaru Palm Challenge, now in its 13th year, sees 400 contestants from Singapore, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam gathering for the final qualifying round of the MediaCorp Subaru Challenge, for the chance of winning a Subaru XV 2.0i worth P 1,298,000.

November 6, 2014

Win a Brand-New Mitsubishi Mirage by Simply Playing a Game


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) is taking its digital campaign to an exciting spin with the Mirage Eco Dash Game application.

Ford Teases All-New 2015 Everest, Global Launch on November 13 in Beijing (w/ Video)


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Ford released photos and a short video offering a sneak preview of its latest global vehicle, the new Ford Everest.

Ford will unveil the new Ford Everest at a special media event in Beijing on Thursday, November 13, 2014.

November 4, 2014

Review: 2014 Chevrolet Trailblazer LTX

Photos by Ulysses Ang
How much will P 100,000 get you these days? Well, if you were to believe online sellers, that’s the admission price of a brand-new Apple iPhone 6 Plus. And while some won’t bat an eyelid spending a hundred grand on a large white brick (well, gray or gold if you prefer) that bends, for a huge chunk of the population, you’re better off spending that cash somewhere else. Though I cannot speak as your personal financial consultant, I happen to stumble upon one of the best value offerings in the 7-seater diesel SUV category: the Chevrolet Trailblazer LTX.

November 3, 2014

BYD, AAP Enter Customer Service Partnership


The Automobile Association of the Philippines (AAP), the country’s national auto club, and Chinese carmaker, BYD, recently entered into a partnership, which forms part of the BYD Five-Star Customer Service Program.  Present at the contract signing were Augusto C. Lagman, president, and Jacinto M. Mantaring, Jr., chairperson, membership and admin committee, who represented AAP, while Mark Tieng and Jose Paolo “Popo” Soriano, Star Corp. managing director and general manager, respectively, represented BYD.

Volkswagen Takes Part in Auto Focus Christmas Test Drive Festival


On the fence whether you’re getting a Volkswagen or not? The search could very well be over as Volkswagen takes part in the 2014 Auto Focus Christmas Test Drive Festival happening from November 6 to 9 at the SM Mall of Asia grounds.

Uber Manila Now Offering Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles


Despite being the unfortunate victim of the LTFRB’s Jurassic-era laws and mandates, Uber, the revolutionary car sharing company has just announced a new service that will move people, especially those with disabilities, around Manila in a safe and reliable manner.

October 30, 2014

Safe "Undas" Travels with Petron Lakbay Alalay

 
Family ties are particularly important to Filipinos, which is why “undas” or the commemoration of All Souls Day is one of the most important holidays of the year. Usually, families travel home to their hometowns or go to the memorial parks to spend the day in remembrance of our dearly departed.

Test Drive Festival Like No Other: Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival Slated November 6-9


It will be a grand and unique test drive experience for prospective car buyers and motoring enthusiasts as fourteen (14) carmakers and distributors gather for the “2014 Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival” to be held November 6-9, 2014 at the huge open Concert Grounds at Block 12 of the SM Mall of Asia. Free test drives will be offered to qualified motorists who can select their preferred models from a wide, multi-brand roster that will include: BAIC, BYD, Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Lexus, Mazda, Mitsubishi, MINI, Nissan, Peugeot, Toyota and Volkswagen.

Premium Takes On a New Price: Volvo Philippines Launches S60 D4 Advantage


Volvo Philippines is proud to introduce its latest addition to its premium sports sedan lineup, the Volvo S60 D4 Advantage model.

October 28, 2014

2015 Ford Escape vs the Competition


It seems Ford Philippines is re-defining what ‘premium’ in ‘premium compact crossover’ really means with the all-new 2015 Escape. Available in two variants, the 1.6 SE and 2.0 Titanium, it’s bound to draw comparisons with the best compact crossovers available in the market as of now namely, the Subaru Forester, Mazda CX-5, and Nissan X-Trail.