June 13, 2014
Yamaha Philippines Holds Motor Show
Last June 4-8, 2014, Yamaha held their Yamaha International Motorshow at SM MOA, Atrium Hall. This event shows off the innovative and unique features of its local and global models, as well as its various new products for 2014. Yamaha aims to bring in to every customer the new Yamaha exciting world, which will be showcased in this 5-day event.
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News,
Yamaha Corporate
June 12, 2014
Go Pro Covered Volkswagen GTI? Pffft! Try a McLaren F1 Covered in Go Pros
Remember that video where Tanner Foust drove the hell out of a 2015 Volkswagen GTI? Well, here is something even more special. Watch a 600-horsepower McLaren F1 GTR, the one they use at the 24-Hours of Le Mans being driven with GoPros attached. Yes, the car is about 20 years old, but the sound is gloriously awesome. BMW V12 FTW!
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Motorsports,
Video
Subaru and STI Shakedown Nurburging 24-Hour Challenge Car (w/ Specs)
Subaru and its tuning division, Subaru Technica International (STI) has successfully shaken down its 2014 Nurburgring 24-Hour Endurance Race car in the lead up to the race which will be held at the grueling Nurburgring Circuit in Germany from June 19-22. This year marks the seventh consecutive year that Subaru and STI will participate at the event.
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Motorsports,
News,
Subaru WRX STI
The 2015 Nissan NP300 Navara: This is It
Well, the cat’s out of the bag. Officially. Nissan has unveiled its all-new, 12th generation pick-up truck, the Navara (officially known as the NP300 Navara). This new global market model is backed-up by Nissan’s 80-history in the pick-up truck genre and promises to meet the demands of individuals and business owners alike.
The all-new NP300 Navara boasts of better fuel economy, improved performance, a more rigid frame, and more importantly to owners, lower running costs.
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News,
Nissan Navara,
Pick-Up
June 11, 2014
Toyota is Offering Big Savings on Selected Vehicles until June 30.
As the summer season comes to a close and the rainy days soon to arrive, one needs a reliable and safe vehicle that will take you places without sacrificing your budget. This month, the number one automotive company in the country, extends its various offerings that are bound to excite you! Choose from several financing options that will suit your budget with Toyota’s promotions this June!
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News,
Toyota Corporate
2014 Isuzu Truck Fest Manila is On at SMX Until June 14.
Isuzu executives held a ceremonial toast to open the 2014 Isuzu Truck Fest Manila at the SMX |
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Events,
Isuzu Corporate,
News
All-New Subaru WRX STI Breaks Isle of Man Record
It seems there is proof in the pudding. Subaru announced that in a final timed run on the Isle of Man TT Course, Mark Higgins driving a 2015 Subaru WRX STI (our 2014) breaks his lap record of the fabled 37-mile course with an average lap speed of 117.510 MPH (189.114 km/h) and a time of 19 minutes and 15 seconds. In Higgins’ record lap earlier this week, several errors caused him to lose time and he was determined to get more out of car. This new lap record breaks the 116.470 MPH average and time of 19:26 set Wednesday. The previous record of 115.36 MPH was set in 2011 in a WRX STI.
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Motorsports,
News,
Subaru WRX STI
Spice World: Going to India with Suzuki
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
Filed Under:
Feature,
Suzuki Ertiga,
Suzuki Swift,
Travel
Ford, Samsung Research Next-Generation Battery Technology
Ford Motor Company and Samsung SDI, an affiliate of Samsung Group,announced research on different levels of hybrid technology that could one day be produced in high volume on non-hybrid vehicles for greater fuel savings.
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Ford Corporate,
News,
Technology
June 10, 2014
Suzuki Introduces Swift 1.2. Yours Starting at P 608,000! (w/ Brochure)
The sub-compact hatchback segment just got more interesting as Suzuki Philippines, Inc., the only integrated motorcycle and automobile company in the country launched a new variant of its popular and well-loved Swift. The new Swift 1.2 continues to have the same sporty style and zippy drive but now with even better fuel efficiency and lower emissions thanks to its new powertrain.
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Car Launch,
News,
Sub-Compact,
Suzuki Swift
Pacquiao Named Head Coach of Kia's PBA Professional Basketball Team
During a Press Conference held last June 9, 2014 at the CAC Headquarters in Makati, CAC formally announced to members of the media the sports icon’s new role.
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Kia Corporate,
News
Isuzu D-Max Continues to Impress at 4x4 Drive Series in Cagayan de Oro; Final Leg Slated in Davao
This was demonstrated once more as the 2014 Isuzu D-Max 4x4 Drive Series continued to impress in its fourth staging, which was held from June 6 to 8, 2014 in Cagayan de Oro City. The off-road driving activity, which already saw three previous editions in Pampanga, Cebu and Bacolod, consistently showed participants the unmatched capabilities and value-for-money proposition of the D-Max pickup.
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Events,
Isuzu Corporate,
Isuzu D-Max,
News
Epic Party on June 11 Unites Filipinos with Ayos Vibe
It’s time to celebrate freedom and show off that Ayos Vibe at the #OneViberPH party on June 11, at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds. Showcasing the best of the Philippines in music and art, #OneViberPH is the freedom party for the modern Filipino.
Review: 2014 Hyundai Accent CRDi Sedan
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
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Driver's Seat,
Hyundai Accent,
Sub-Compact
June 9, 2014
Toyota Motor Philippines Breaches 9,000 Sales Mark in May
The number one car company in the country has once again made history in the automotive industry by recording 9,132 units in a single month last May. Coming from two consecutive months (March & April) of selling more than 8,000 units, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) proved that it can go even further by breaching the 9k sales mark last month.
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News,
PHL Auto Industry,
Toyota Corporate
Ford Philippines Continues Stratospheric Growth, Sales Up 39 Percent in May
Ford Philippines today announced its best-ever May sales performance, with sales rising 39 percent from a year earlier to 1,711 units driven by the all-new EcoSport, all-new Ranger, and Everest. This brings Ford’s year-to-date sales to 7,167 units, up 43 percent from a year earlier.
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Ford Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
June 8, 2014
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) is Hyundai Asia-Pacific Distributor of the Year
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) bagged its fourth distributorship excellence award at the Hyundai Global Distributorship Conference. This new victory now totals five major international citations from Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) Korea for the official distributor of Hyundai vehicles in the Philippines.
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Hyundai Corporate,
News
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Appoints New Director for Sales and Marketing
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced the appointment of Fintan Knight as Director of Sales and Marketing. He replaces Jolyon Nash who has decided to leave Rolls-Royce at the end of June to pursue interests outside the company.
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News,
Rolls-Royce Corporate
Ford Builds Lightweight Concept Car
Ford Motor Company unveiled its Lightweight Concept vehicle, which uses advanced materials to explore future weight-reduction solutions that could improve performance and fuel efficiency while reducing carbon dioxide emissions.
Filed Under:
Ford Corporate,
News,
Technology
June 3, 2014
Review: 2014 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6 V
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
Filed Under:
Compact,
Driver's Seat,
Toyota Corolla
June 2, 2014
Hyundai Philippines Offers Unique Shout Out Promo for Father's Day
Give him the best Father’s Day surprise yet. Be one of the 120 people to show your dad big love, right on the busiest road in the Metro. Shout out your Father’s Day greetings on the Hyundai LED billboards along EDSA, for everyone to see.
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Hyundai Corporate,
News
AutoDeal: Helping Filipinos to Connect with Vehicles for the Best Possible Price
When it comes to buying a new car or motorcycle, the price point is consistently a major consideration in any individual’s buying process. Being able to find a vehicle for a special price or to get added-value can often be the incentive needed to seal the deal. However, it’s often difficult for prospective buyers to find timely and reliable information on all the best deals and promotions that are occurring across multiple different brands.
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News
June 1, 2014
Honda Cars Philippines launches sportier Civic for 2014 (w/ Complete Brochure)
Amidst the City, Jazz, Accord and even the CR-Z, the Civic is undoubtedly the face of Honda, especially in the Philippines. Through the years, it has earned its rightful place in the hearts and minds of Filipino buyers with its sporty DNA, driver-centric attributes, and affordable pricing. However, the entry of the ninth-generation Civic in 2012 underscored a difficult time at Honda. Not only did they have to resort to launching a single variant, imported from Japan, due to a plant shutdown in Thailand, it was received lukewarmly especially with its less than sporty design.
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Car Launch,
Compact,
Honda Civic,
News
Chevrolet Philippines Launches YOU Trailblazers Campaign
For the roads you need to take and the paths you want to make, Chevrolet Philippines-The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI) launched its YOU Trailblazer campaign. The “bowtie” brand commissioned, director Paul Soriano and his production house TEN17P for this campaign, and released their YOU Trailblazer TVC which you can watch if you log on to www.chevrolettrailblazer.com.ph. The campaign aims to showcase and promote the vehicle that personifies every hardworking, thrill seeking and fun loving Filipino - the Chevrolet Trailblazer. Chevrolet designed and built this power packed mid-size SUV to be the perfect companion that every Trailblazer would desire for its durability and dependability.
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Chevrolet Corporate,
News
Ford's Driving Skills for Life Program Now on its Seventh Year
Ford Philippines once again kicks off its annual Ford Driving Skills for Life (DSFL), a global program aimed at teaching drivers, especially those with new licenses, the necessary skills for safe driving beyond what is learned in standard driver education programs.
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Ford Corporate,
News
Volkswagen Fan App Kicks Off
Volkswagen is presenting the World Cup edition of the world's most successful football app "Onefootball". The Onefootball Brasil app is now available for free download. The exclusive Volkswagen World Cup edition features breaking news on players, teams and results as well as a live ticker and the latest football videos. "Volkswagen is a partner for football all over the world. The app gives fans from all nations the opportunity to follow everything that's going on at this year's football mega-event as and when it happens. This app turns it into a live experience for the fans", Anders-Sundt Jensen, Head of Marketing Communications at the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand, said.
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News,
Volkswagen Corporate
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