BPI Family Savings Bank (BFSB) lets people know if they are ready and able to make their dream car a reality in just 60 seconds.
April 3, 2018
BPI Family Savings Bank Offers 60 Second Auto Loan Approval at MIAS
BPI Family Savings Bank (BFSB) lets people know if they are ready and able to make their dream car a reality in just 60 seconds.
First Drive: 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport SE
People don’t know much about the Land Rover range. With the exception of the Defender and perhaps the Discovery, vehicles such as the Discovery Sport don’t exactly ring a bell as to where they lie within the line-up. As the brand’s “leisure” model, it replaces the Freelander which was discontinued in 2014. With the likes of the Audi Q5, Mercedes-Benz GLC, and Porsche Macan within its price range, can the Discovery Sport carve up its own niche in the crowded segment?
April 2, 2018
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Finally Coming to Mazda Connect
One of the most glaring omissions in Mazda’s infotainment system is finally getting a fix as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are coming to the brand that makes you go “zoom-zoom.”
Looks Like Hyundai Philippines is Launching Kona, Santa Fe at MIAS
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the exclusive distributor of Hyundai vehicles in the Philippines has shared a very interesting teaser photo for their upcoming exhibit at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS).
April 1, 2018
British Racer Who Lost Both Legs Returns to Podium
Talk about staring death in the face and coming back even stronger. British 18-year racer Billy Monger returned to competitive racing for the first time after nearly a year since a near-tragic accident saw both his legs amputated.
Nissan Celebrates Navara's Third Anniversary with a Climb Up Mt. Malasimbo
Nissan Philippines celebrated the Navara’s third anniversary in the Philippine market by testing out the updated 2018 model on the slopes of Mt. Malasimbo in Oriental Minodoro. The drive highlighted the Navara’s newest feature--a class-exclusive 360-degree bird’s eye view camera known as Around View Monitor or AVM.
Aston Martin Manila Launches V8-Powered DB11
Aston Martin Manila has officially launched the DB11 powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine in the Philippines. This complements the DB11’s existing 5.2-liter twin-turbocharged V12 which was launched in the market last year.
All-New Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab Leads Display for CATS Motors at MIAS
CATS Motors, Inc. and Automotive Icon, Inc. is using the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) to showcase their latest market offerings from premium car brands Mercedes-Benz, Jeep, and RAM.
BMW Philippines to Bring Pure Exhilaration to MIAS 2018
SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. (SMCACDC), the exclusive importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, is set to open a world of exhilaration as it joins this year’s Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). MIAS will be home to rare and iconic BMW automobiles and motorcycles from April 5-8 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.
Mitsubishi Xpander Scoops Up 2018 Car of the Year in Indonesia
The Mitsubishi Xpander has just been judged as the Car of the Year in the Indonesia, capping off its highly successful launch there.
Last Day to Apply for Kia's Sales and Technicians OJT Program
Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the distributor of Kia vehicles in the Philippines, is once again opening its doors to qualified trade school students as part of its annual on-the-job-training (OJT) program.
March 30, 2018
Hyundai Refuses to Get Left Behind; Updates Tucson for 2019 (w/ 11 Photos)
Not to be outdone by the Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester, Hyundai also debuted a refreshed version of its Tucson SUV at the New York International Auto Show. Arriving in US dealerships by the third quarter of this year, the 2019 Tucson offers added convenience and safety features along with a revamped exterior and interior.
March 29, 2018
Nissan is Tired of Boring; Launches 2019 Altima to Go After Subaru, Honda (w/ 11 Photos)
Nissan has decided that the New York International Auto Show won’t just be about crossovers and SUVs. To point, they’ve used this occasion to launch the all-new 2019 Altima—their new executive sedan that’s destined for sale not just for North America, but for the rest of the world as well. And based on what they tell us, they’re tired of being boring.
Volvo XC60 is 2018 World Car of the Year
The new Volvo XC60 midsize SUV has been named World Car of the Year 2018 at the New York Auto Show, adding another accolade to Volvo’s growing list.
Mazda Updates CX-3 Crossover for 2018 (w/ 11 Photos)
Exquisite and edgy—that’s the mission of the 2018 Mazda CX-3 as it makes its global debut at the New York International Auto Show. The smallest crossover in Mazda’s stable, the CX-3 offers an updated engine, new technologies, and improved refinement.
Subaru Presents 2019 Forester: The Most Capable, Roomiest, Safest Ever (w/ 29 Photos, Specs)
Subaru launches the all-new 2019 Forester at the New York International Auto Show. The fifth-generation of Subaru’s global best-seller, it’s the roomiest, most capable, most versatile ever made and also features groundbreaking new safety technology. There’s just no turbo engine (bummer).
March 28, 2018
2019 Toyota RAV4 Breaks Cover (w/ 17 Photos)
Toyota’s all-new 2019 RAV4 finally breaks cover at the New York International Auto Show. As the creator of the compact crossover segment in 1997, the fifth-generation RAV4 offers a robust new design and improved driving experience.
Most Fuel Efficient Motorcycle in Philippines Did 129.87 km/L
Some 280 participants in the recently concluded SafeRun IV motorcycle competition proved that the keys to optimum motorcycle performance are: a well-conditioned motorcycle, good riding skills, and safe riding habits. Billed as “the ultimate safety and fuel efficiency reality challenge,” SafeRun IV is presented by industry leader Petron Corporation as part of its road safety advocacy. Different from the usual motorcycle events promoting endurance competition, SafeRun promotes safe riding including the observance of traffic rules and regulations as well as speed limits, which lead to fuel efficiency.
So What Happened to Volvo's Pedestrian-Detection System During the Fatal Uber Crash?
Dozens of questions relating to the driverless Uber-operated Volvo XC90 that struck and killed a woman in Arizona last week are still left unanswered. But one of them, pertaining to Volvo’s advanced pedestrian detection system, has been answered by Aptiv Plc, one of Volvo’s parts supplier. Apparently, Uber disabled Volvo’s collision-avoidance technology which could have prevented the fatal accident.
March 27, 2018
Motul Philippines Holds Super Fast Track Day
An estimated 80 supercars and more than 110 tuned cars took to the track to celebrate the first Motul 300V Super Fast Track Day.
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