March 24, 2015
Isuzu Philippines Sets New Record in February, Sells 1,813 Units
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) continues to show their strength in the car manufacturing industry as their “big boys” provided strong performance for the month of February, boosting its sales for the first two months of the year.
Filed Under:
Isuzu Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Volkswagen Philippines Announces Results of 3rd Fuel Eco Fun Run
In February 2015, Volkswagen Philippines took eighteen (18) media members to Magalang in Pampanga for the 3rd leg of ECO FUN RUN, a fuel economy test for the Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) engine technology. The event was in cooperation with Pilipinas Shell Petroleum.
Filed Under:
News,
Volkswagen Corporate
7 Things You Can't Miss Inside the New Ranger
Editor's Note: click here for the full launch story.
The Ford Ranger re-wrote the pickup truck rules when it made its debut three years ago. Riding on the Blue Oval’s four brand pillars: Quality, Green, Safe, and Smart, it mixes the best attributes of a passenger car with those of a dependable workhorse. Almost overnight, it transformed the pickup into more than something used by utility men and contractors. It made pickups cool.
Filed Under:
Bangkok Motor Show,
Feature,
Ford Ranger,
Pick-Up
March 23, 2015
UPDATED: New Ford Ranger is an Uncompromising Mix of Tech and Capability (w/ Video)
Photos by Ulysses Ang and Ford Press |
UPDATE 1: Here are 7 things you cannot miss in the 2015 Ford Ranger (3/24).
Ford is writing the next chapter in the history of the Ranger pickup with the global unveil of the 2015 model at the 36th Bangkok International Motor Show. Heavily revamped, the new Ranger builds upon the world-class capabilities that made it a global success that includes the Philippines, where it’s currently the best-selling nameplate in its segment. For 2015, Ford is widening the bandwidth of comfort and convenience offered by the Ranger without compromising its tough and rugged package.
Filed Under:
Bangkok Motor Show,
Car Launch,
Ford Ranger,
News,
Pick-Up
March 20, 2015
New 2015 Toyota Camry Aims to Set Benchmark Once More (w/ Brochure)
The best-selling executive sedan in the Philippines just received a bolder and sportier makeover as it faces stiff competition in the segment this year. The 2015 Toyota Camry boasts of a design that straddles between excitement and refinement. The valiant stance exudes a strong presence that complements its luxurious and iconic title.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Executive Car,
News,
Toyota Camry
The All-New 2015 Mitsubishi Strada is Here! (w/ Full Brochure)
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMPC) officially pulled the curtains off the all-new 2015 Strada, a pickup that promises to blend passenger car comfort with SUV amenities, functionality, and ruggedness. The fifth-generation model in Mitsubishi’s storied pickup truck history, the all-new Strada takes the concept of “sport utility truck” to the next level as it aims to become the top choice among pickup buyers in the country.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Mitsubishi Strada,
News,
Pick-Up
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Announces Change of Leadership
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) formally announced the appointment of Mr. Yoshiaki Kato as the company’s new President and Chief Operating Officer effective April 1, 2015. Mr. Kato will succeed Mr. Hikosaburo Shibata who will have a new role in Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC)’s global operations.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
March 18, 2015
Honda Cars Philippines Garners 100+ Reservations on All-New Odyssey
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) has announced that its new luxury MPV, the all-new 2015 Odyssey has garnered strong traction straight out of the starting block. After the official launch earlier this month, HCPI has revealed that Filipinos love the smartest MPV in the market. They love it so much that more than 100 reservations have already been made.
Filed Under:
Honda Corporate,
Honda Odyssey,
News
Experience the Thrill of Extreme Driving Pleasure
In celebration of BMW’s continued leadership in the premium automotive segment Asian Carmakers Corporation (ACC), the exclusive importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, will be sending lucky BMW buyers to the BMW Alpine xDrive Experience, in Queenstown, New Zealand.
Filed Under:
BMW Corporate,
News
Hyundai Lateral Drift Celebrates 10 Years; 2015 Season Kicks Off March 21
This year marks the 10th season of the Lateral Drift Championship Series, which started with the goal to introduce drifting as a motorsport to Filipino enthusiasts. Since 2005, its first season, drifting in the Philippines has come a long way. Amateur and professional drifters have multiplied, cars have evolved, and the number of drifting fans is still growing continuously.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
Lateral Drift,
Motorsports
Toyota Motor Philippines Announces 2015 Motorists Assistance Program
Summer is just around the corner and to make sure that your vehicle is in tip-top shape during your much awaited road-trip, Toyota will once again offer FREE 20-point safety inspection in all 45 dealerships nationwide from March 16-31. Simply bring your car at your preferred Toyota dealership and avail this service for FREE.
Filed Under:
News,
Toyota Corporate
Toyota Continues Strong Sales in February
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) sustains its strong sales as seen in its February performance. Based on the most recent CAMPI report, the number one automotive company in the country records a 28% increase versus the company’s figures from the same period of last year. Moreover, this is TMP’s highest February sales to date at 8,870 units. With a market share of 42.9%, TMP continues to uphold its lead amongst other makes.
Filed Under:
News,
PHL Auto Industry,
Toyota Corporate
Save As Much as P100,000 with Kia's Summer Specials
Knowing how much Filipinos love road trips during summer, Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), exclusive distributor of Kia Motors vehicles in the Philippines, offers Kia Sorento, Kia Rio, and Kia Picanto at significantly discounted prices.
Filed Under:
Kia Corporate,
News
March 17, 2015
Review: 2015 Toyota 86 M/T
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Sports Car,
Toyota 86
March 16, 2015
Mitsubishi Kicks Off Summer with Summer Expo on March 20-22 at SM Mall of Asia
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. (MMPC) invites everyone to kick-off the summer in a fun and unique way by visiting the Mitsubishi Summer Expo. From March 20 to 22, 2015, MMPC will be holding a Summer Expo at the Block 22 of SM Mall of Asia (in front of One Esplanade).
Filed Under:
Events,
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News
Ford Named a 2015 World's Most Ethical Company by Ethisphere Institute
Ford Motor Company has been named to Ethisphere Institute’s 2015 list of World’s Most Ethical Companies.
The honor comes at a time in which the way a company conducts its business is viewed as every bit as important as the products and services it provides, new research shows.
Filed Under:
Ford Corporate,
News
Sheldon Chua Bests Field at 2nd Leg of NDRC Southern Series
Sheldon Chua bested the field while the usual top-runners struggled with mechanical issues at the 2nd leg of the 2015 National Drag Racing Championship (NDRC) Southern Series, held at the Batangas Racing Circuit last March 7.
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News
March 12, 2015
Foton Thunder Takes on Off-Road Challenge
After the announcement of the 5-year warranty for the Foton Thunder Pick-up, Foton Philippines continues to surprise with even more exciting things.
Aiming to showcase the powerful and reliable Cummins engine of the Foton Thunder 4x4 Pick-up, Foton Philippines will stage its first ever Thunder 4x4 Outdoor Action Event on March 20-21 at the Parking 4, NE Pacific Mall, Cabanatuan City. The event will start at 10 am and will end at 6 pm.
Filed Under:
Events,
Foton Corporate,
News
Gourmet Experience Continues with Volvo
Volvo continues to offer a spectrum of rewarding experiences for its valued clients as it ushers in the summer with its Key to a Gourmet Experience. From today to May 31, 2015, Volvo car owners get 50% off on buffet dining at Spectrum at the Fairmont Makati just by presenting their Volvo car key.
Filed Under:
News,
Volvo Corporate
Bautista Joins Team Carmudi to Race at Flat Out Race Series (FORS)
Sixteen year old Slalom and Circuit racer champion Patrick Oliver “Polo” Bautista recently joined Team Carmudi to race at the 2015 Flat Out Race Series (FORS).
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News
Chevron Donates Computer for Crime Prevention
The municipal police in San Pascual, Batangas has reinforced its e-blotter system recently with the use of computers and printers donated by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of the Caltex fuel and lubricants, and Chevron Holdings Inc. (CHI), a pioneer multi-functional shared services center, in partnership with the American Chamber Foundation Philippines Inc. (AmCham Foundation).
Filed Under:
Chevron Corporate,
CSR,
Fuel,
News
March 10, 2015
Your Awesome Nissan Pick-Up Truck Timeline is Here
With the launch of the NP300 Navara, Nissan is capping off 80 years of pick-up truck expertise which can be traced to the time when they were still called ‘Datsun’. If you want to brush up Nissan pick-up truck history for a bit, hit the photo (after the break) and download the awesome timeline.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan Corporate,
Nissan Navara
Ford Wants You to Get Ready for the Long Drive this Summer
To help its customers get ready for long road trips during the coming Lenten season and summer months, Ford Philippines and its nationwide network of dealerships has launched its new service campaign, “Ready For The Long Drive”.
Filed Under:
Ford Corporate,
News
Review: 2015 Honda CR-V 2.4 SX
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Driver's Seat,
Honda CR-V
March 8, 2015
Ford Focus RS Goes Global, Packs 320-Horsepower EcoBoost Engine and All-Wheel Drive
Ford enters the hot hatch foray with its Focus RS which has been officially shown at the Geneva Motor Show. The highest performing variant of their compact hatchback, the Focus RS slots above the Focus ST and is part of the Blue Oval’s plan to deliver 12 new vehicles (including the Ford GT) under the Ford Performance brand by the year 2020. The all-new Focus RS gets a 2.3-liter EcoBoost 4-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive for the very first time.
Filed Under:
Ford Focus,
Geneva Motor Show,
News
Maserati Shows Off Collaboration with Ermenegildo Zegna
Maserati showed off its collaborative effort with the maison of Trivero, Ermenegildo Zegna at the Geneva Motor Show. Available starting later this year, the Ermenegildo Zegna editions of the Maserati Ghibli and Quattroporte models carry new exterior and interior elements and will be offered as an option.
Filed Under:
Geneva Motor Show,
Maserati Ghibli,
Maserati Quattroporte,
News
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