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| Photo courtesy of Porsche Press |
August 5, 2012
Porsche 918 Testing Enters Next Phase
Audi A1 e-tron for German Olympic Team
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| Photo courtesy of Audi Press |
1-2 Victory for Audi R8 LMS at Spa 24 Hours
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| Photo courtesy of Audi Press |
66 sports cars from twelve different marques competed at the 54th running of the 24-hour race on the Grand Prix circuit in the Belgian Ardennes. After 509 laps on the 7.004-kilometer track two Audi R8 LMS ultra cars prevailed against their competition from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Ferrari, McLaren and company. Andrea Piccini (I), René Rast (D) and Frank Stippler (D) triumphed in the R8 of Audi Sport Team Phoenix in front of their brand colleagues Christopher Haase (D) Christopher Mies (D) and Stéphane Ortelli (MC) from Audi Sport Team WRT.
Lamborghini Super Trofeo Cars Take on a Wet Fuji Circuit
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| Photo courtesy of Lamborghini Press |
August 2, 2012
First Drive: 2012 Audi A1
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| Photos courtesy of Audi Press |
Blame
it on the economy, but more and more people are thinking of downsizing their
next car purchase. The other shoe, which still has largely yet to drop, is for
automakers in the Philippines to convince consumers of the merits of a luxury
subcompact, paying a price premium for a longer list of creature comforts,
options, and badge appeal.
August 1, 2012
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Priced from P 1.508M - AutoIndustriya
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| Photo courtesy of Hyundai Press |
Plus, it seems that Hyundai's new "Storm Edge" crossover will receive a hefty price increase. The most affordable Santa Fe will now start at P 1,508,000 for the 2.2 R-VGT CRDi 4x2 M/T. This will go up to P 1,768,000 for the 2.2 R-VGT CRDi 4x2 A/T. And things will top off at P 2,228,000 for the 2.2 R-VGT CRDi 4x4 A/T.
Source: AutoIndustriya
Honda Launches 1'M Blue Campaign
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) in collaboration with partner-convenors today launches the 1’M Blue (an Eco-Safe Driving) Campaign, a new addition to its environmental and safety advocacy program.
1’M Blue (read as I’m blue) is the catchphrase for 1 Million Eco-Safe Drivers under the framework of Clean Fleet Management Program. 1’M Blue resonates Honda’s global environmental slogan, “Blue Skies for Our Children”, adopted to express its commitment to the realization of this environmental vision through expanded environmental initiatives. It represents a passionate and unwavering effort to help preserve our environment for the next generation.
Expanded Lakbay Alalay Takes on Environmental and Health Projects
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| Photo courtesy of Petron Press |
Now billed as "Lakbay Alalay, Kasama Mo Sa Biyahe", the expanded program includes a slate of activities reaching far beyond the traditional motorist assistance services. Through this program, Petron hopes to strengthen the bond of companionship and unity with Filipinos everywhere, in all aspects of their daily lives.
Safe T Ryders Goes to Tayuman
Alberto Suansing, the former LTO Chief and now Secretary General of Phil Global Road Safety Partnership, hosted the 4th Bikers Club Meet Up held last June 30 at the Rasak Covered Gym in Tayuman, Manila. Several motorcycle clubs from Tondo, Kalookan, Navotas, Malabon, Makati and Valenzuela responded to Mr. Suansing’s invitation and spent the whole afternoon exchanging views on the current affairs of motorcycle riding.
Subaru Impreza Pulls Dodge RAM + Trailer Out of Mud
Continuing the YouTube trend of showing what Subaru's famed Symmetric All-Wheel Drive can do, here we have a Subaru Impreza wagon (non-turbo) pulling out a Dodge RAM pick-up truck plus a trailer out of mud.
Happy Wednesday, everyone!
July 31, 2012
Lexus Unveils 2013 LS
With its dynamic handling, bold new design and superior craftsmanship, the 2013 LS flagship models hail the future of the Lexus brand as it embarks on its third decade in the premium luxury category. While retaining many of the qualities that have defined Lexus for more than 20 years, the LS reaches new heights with an exciting blend of beautiful design, modern refinement and advanced technology.
The 2013 LS line-up includes the LS 460, LS 460L, LS 600hL hybrid, and the first-ever LS 460 F SPORT. LS 460 and LS 460L are available in RWD and AWD. The LS Hybrid is available with a full-time AWD system.
AVT Navigation and Multi-Media Devices Showcased in 2012 PIMS
AVT, a Filipino company pioneering in vehicle navigation and multi-media devices, will once again be showcasing a new range of products at the upcoming 4th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), to be held from August 16-19, 2012, at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.
The latest model of the AVT personal navigation range, the AVT PN-504, will be launched at the event. Featuring a new high-resolution 5-inch LCD touchscreen, the AVT PN-504 is powered by the latest Atlas IV 533MHz CPU with a built-in high sensitivity GPS receiver that is quickly able to acquire a GPS fix in 3-minutes. In terms of functionality, the AVT PN-504 also serves as a multi-media player (MP3/MP4/WMA/WMV/AVI/3GP), a photo viewer, and offers extras such as a calculator, calendar and unit conversion.
Round 1 of 2012 Lateral Drift Championship Series
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| Photo by Lazlo Trinidad |
Volvo C30 Electric Awarded "Green Car of the Year" in China
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| Photo Courtesy of Volvo Press |
Merging Driver Gets Revenge on Another Driver
Next time you try to merge, please be more considerate. As the Russian in the Toyota sedan found out, not giving way to a Land Cruiser Prado will end in a muddy consequence.
Happy start of the week, everyone!
Review: 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY Avantgarde
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| Photos by Ulysses Ang |
Mercedes-Benz has always been regarded as
the choice of the privileged and the upper class. The mere sight of the
three-pointed star atop the radiator grille is enough to cause a sea of traffic
to part, the security guards to salute and the valet to give up the VIP parking
slot. Lately though, Mercedes-Benz has embarked on a diversification campaign,
creating almost every conceivable permutation it can make from four-door coupes,
to SUVs of varying sizes to even premium hatchbacks. Nowadays, every Tom, Dick,
and Harry can get a Mercedes-Benz that feels tailor-made to his budget, taste,
and lifestyle. Thankfully, Mercedes-Benz hasn’t lost sight on the cars that
made them successful in the first place.
July 27, 2012
Tuason Races in the Belgian F1 Track
After posting the best time in his division in Germany, Multi-Awarded Racecar driver JP Tuason has continued on to the Porsche Sports Cup in Circuit de Spa, the Formula 1 track in Belgium.
Tuason, who went to race in Germany to explore the different opportunities for Filipino Racers in Europe, posted the fastest time around the famed Nurburgring track, and was invited once again to race in the next level of Competition.
Lateral Drift 2012 Starts Saturday, July 28
Drifting is the fastest growing motorsport in the world, and now starts its season once again here in the Philippines dubbed as the 7th Season of the Philippine Lateral Drift Championship Series 2012. This season will have a full calendar of six rounds which will start this July until the month of November. The 4 rounds will be held in Manila and the other 2 rounds at Clark Pampanga. A total 40+ Amateurs and Pro drivers from all over the region have been counted and ready to start this year action.
Bright Stars for Subaru in the Philippines
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| Photos courtesy of Subaru Press |
Subaru is on a hot streak in the Philippines.
After launching their all-new XV compact crossover at the 8th Manila
International Auto Show (MIAS) last April, orders have steadily come in. In
fact, thanks largely to the overwhelming success of the XV as well as the
Forester, the brand is heading towards another record year in terms of sales.
And they haven’t stopped to take a breather just yet.
July 26, 2012
Lexus Manila Launches 2012 ES 350
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| Photos courtesy of Lexus Press |
Lexus Manila Now Offers Certified Pre Owned Cars
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| Photo courtesy of Lexus Press |
July 25, 2012
Petron Offers "Blaze Your Way to the Grand Prix" Promo
Gassing up with Petron and paying with your MasterCard could win you a free trip to the Formula One Grand Prix! The "Blaze Your Way to the Grand Prix" promo is an e-raffle running from July 15 to September 15, 2012.
Volvo Upgrades City-Safety Technology
Volvo introduces a pioneering preventive safety technology in 2008 called City Safety. This Volvo world-first technology was introduced as standard with the Volvo XC60 which helped reduced risk of rear-end collisions between a car and a Volvo.
Ford Trains Focus Specialists as Part of All-New Ford Focus Launch in the Philippines
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| Photo courtesy of Ford Press |
Powered by Ford Academy, a regional training program aimed to enhance dealership competence and capability, the Focus Specialist Certification Program is an intensive three-day training program designed to equip the Ford sales team with comprehensive product knowledge of the all-new Ford Focus including its segment-first smart technologies.
July 23, 2012
First Drive: 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage
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| Photos by Ulysses Ang |
BANGKOK, THAILAND—Small is big nowadays. With the price of crude oil continuing to
skyrocket worldwide, carmakers are scrambling to produce a global small car:
one that caters to both the sophisticated, eco-conscious taste of the
first-world markets and the price-sensitive, practical needs of the emerging
markets. Mitsubishi is the latest automaker to enter the B-segment (sub-compact
car) fray, and their answer: the all-new Mirage.
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Bullish for 2nd Half
In spite of the supply constraints experienced during the start of this year, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. (MMPC) registered total sales of 16,956 units in the first half of 2012 representing modest sales growth of 0.5% compared to the same period last year. With these numbers, Mitsubishi remains to be the second best selling brand in the country as it cornered 23.3% market share based on consolidated reports of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).
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