May 21, 2017
The 2017 Mazda Miata Cup is On!
The 2017 Mazda Miata Cup takes off with another exciting season as 17 MX-5s of all four generations race in this year’s first two rounds held at the 4.2-kilometer Clark International Speedway last May 12th. Organized by the Miata Club Philippines and run exclusively by its members, the series showcases the club’s special fascination for motor sports and serves as a venue for MX-5 owners to truly experience the true nature of their cars.
Filed Under:
Mazda Corporate,
Mazda MX-5,
Motorsports,
News
May 20, 2017
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer Gets Worry-Free Package
BMW once again inspires to explore a life outside the ordinary with an exclusive package that comes with the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer. Asian Carmakers Corporation (ACC), the official importer and distributor of the BMW in the Philippines, offers exciting benefits to make the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer the perfect companion for the modern family with an active lifestyle.
Filed Under:
BMW 2 Series Active Sport Tourer,
BMW Corporate,
Luxury MPV,
News
MMDA, Mazda, and a Lawyer Weigh in On Floating Screen Issue of the Anti-Distracted Driving Act
UPDATE 1: The Department of Transport (DoTr) will review the Implementing Rules and Regulations of the ADDA. See below. (5/20).
With the implementation of Republic Act 10913 or the Anti-Distracted Driving Act (ADDA), motorists have been raising questions left and right about what’s allowed and what’s not. The MMDA, being one of the apprehending agencies (with a strong social media presence at that) has become a go-to source for motorists’ questions. There’s one that piqued our interest and it’s this:
May 19, 2017
Hyundai Philippines is 2016 Global Distributor of the Year
“We celebrate 50 years of our brand, 50 years of redefining mobility through customer-driven innovation, 50 years of caring for Man and Planet. Cheers to 50 years more of our brilliant journey together!” declared Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) President and CEO Ma. Fe Perez-Agudo when she accepted the Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) Global Distributor of the Year 2016 award during the Global Distributors Convention held at the Grand Intercontinental Hotel in Seoul.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
News
Volkswagen PH Kicks Off Safety Campaign at Robinsons Magnolia
Volkswagen Philippines kicks off the upgraded version of its award-winning Child Safety Initiative (CSI) campaign at the atrium of the Robinsons Magnolia Mall in Quezon City on May 20.
Filed Under:
CSR,
News,
Safety,
Volkswagen Corporate
May 18, 2017
First Drive: 2017 Toyota Wigo 1.0 G A/T
With a doubt, the launch of the Wigo in 2014 was a double-edged sword for Toyota in the Philippines. On one hand, if they get it right, it sees them expand to a new market dominated by Korean, Indian, and even Chinese car brands. On the other hand, get it wrong and you can bet these first-time car buyers will swear off owning a Toyota for the rest of their lives. Thankfully for Toyota (and tough luck for everyone else), it was a huge success. It moved more than 40,000 units and paved the way to first-time Toyota ownership for a lot of happy campers. And even before its rivals could respond, here comes a new one.
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Sub-Compact,
Toyota Wigo
EV Group Lauds Government's Jeepney Modernization Program
Rommel Juan, President of the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) today has expressed optimism for the electric vehicle industry amidst the government’s impending PUV Modernization Program that includes the iconic jeepneys.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
News,
PUV Modernization
11 Things You Need to Know About the Anti-Distracted Driving Act
In case you didn’t know, Republic Act 10913 or the Anti-Distracted Driving Act comes into effect starting today, May 18, 2017. And with that, there has been some misinformation spreading throughout the internet. Thankfully, the Department of Transportation (DoTr) has come up with an FAQ about this new law. We’re posting it here in verbatim for your information.
May 17, 2017
Hyundai PHL Sales Remain Buoyant with 9 Percent Growth in April
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai vehicles in the Philippines, recorded 2,521 unit sales for the month of April, a feat considering there were fewer working days within said month. This pushed total January to April 2017 sales to 11,362 units, up by 9 percent as compared to the 10,417 units sold in the first four months of the previous year.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Ford Philippines Appoints New VP for Marketing and Sales
Ford Philippines has appointed Rodel Gallega as vice president, Marketing and Sales, effective May 1. Gallega, who was vice president, Finance, for the previous five years, will continue to report to Lance Mosley, managing director, Ford Philippines.
Filed Under:
Ford Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
May 16, 2017
Chevrolet Adds LTX Variant to 2017 Trailblazer Line-Up (w/ Specs)
Chevrolet gives its confident and capable midsize SUV an upgrade with the launch of the new mid-grade Trailblazer 4x2 LTX variant. The new Chevrolet Trailblazer 4x2 LTX AT boasts of exterior and interior refinements and added safety features to provide Filipinos a premium and excellent driving experience.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Chevrolet Trailblazer,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
Suzuki Ciaz is the Perfect Road Warrior
Today’s dynamic work environment demands more than sharp wit. To be at the top of the game, professionals need to be able to squeeze as much as they can in an eight-hour workday. This means scuttling to and from meetings, corporate events and office errands while still having some time for lunch dates and personal obligations.
Filed Under:
News,
Suzuki Ciaz,
Suzuki Corporate
Ford Island Conquest Heads to Marikina and Pampanga Next
Ford Philippines is expanding presence of its experiential test drive activity Ford Island Conquest this month, reaching out to more Filipinos in East of Metro Manila and in North Luzon.
Filed Under:
Events,
Ford Corporate,
News
2017 Kia Rio Wants to You to Unleash Your Freedom (w/ Specs)
Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the exclusive distributor of Kia in the Philippines brings in the all-new 2017 Rio. The latest in the Korean carmaker’s roster of vibrant, stylish, and dynamic vehicles, the all-new Rio is poised to unleash your “Freedom to Be You” as it hits Kia showrooms starting June.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Kia Rio,
News,
Sub-Compact
Review: 2017 BMW X4 xDrive20d xLINE
BMW has been in the business of blurring segments lately. Starting with the original X vehicle, the X5 and moving on to the Gran Turismo and then the Gran Coupe, BMW has challenged the definition of each of those segments. The oddest amalgam they’ve come up with is when they blended the SUV and coupe genres together making the X6—the first “Sports Activity Coupe.” Pundits scoffed at it for its compromised utility and added price, but the public was enamored with its aggressive looks. BMW, it seems, has come up with a winning formula.
Filed Under:
BMW X4,
Driver's Seat,
Luxury SUV
May 14, 2017
6 Ways to Keep Your Car Cooler This Summer
It’s the height of summer and with that, the heat can get really intense. As temperatures soar, imagine how a car feels like, especially when it’s sealed up under sun. Prevent your car from being a rolling oven with these 6 tips to keep your car cooler.
Filed Under:
Feature
May 13, 2017
LTO and EV Group Thresh Out Registration and Regulation Issues
The Land Transportation Office or LTO is finally moving to update its archaic system when dealing with Electric Vehicles or EVs. That’s the conclusion reached at an industry consultation with the Electronic Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP). The issues tackled centered around the registration and regulation of EVs.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
LTO,
News
Hyundai Conquers the Antarctic with this Special Sante Fe (w/ Video)
Hyundai has made motoring history when a “near-standard” Santa Fe became the first passenger vehicle to be driven across the Antarctica continent from Union Camp to McMurdo and back again. Fittingly, the Santa Fe was driven by Patrick Bergel, the Great Grandson of legendary polar explorer, Sir Ernest Shackleton.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Santa Fe,
News
May 11, 2017
Toyota Motor Philippines Refreshes Wigo for 2017 (w/ Specs)
Toyota’s Easy to Own, Easy to Drive Wigo sub-compact hatchback gets a refresh this 2017. Having sold over 40,000 units since its market introduction in 2014, the Wigo has cemented itself as the segment’s best-seller. But true to the Japanese carmaker’s spirit of “ever-better cars”, the most affordable model in the Toyota family brings in cosmetic and mechanical changes this year.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
Sub-Compact,
Toyota Wigo
Ford Philippines April 2017 Sales Rise Due to EcoSport
Ford Philippines reported that April retail sales reached 2,613 vehicles led by its top-selling nameplates: EcoSport, Everest and Ranger.
Filed Under:
Ford Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Hippo Industries Techmats Offer Affordable Interior Protection
Give your car’s interior all-weather protection without breaking the bank with this line of digitally-mapped floor mats from Hippo Industries.
Filed Under:
News
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