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May 31, 2016

What's the Global Impact of Toyota Selling Nine Million Hybrids?

Toyota Motor Corporation has just announced a significant milestone for its hybrid technology: the sale of nine million units (9,014,000 according to their official figure) globally. What’s even surprising is the increased uptake with the last million being sold in just the past nine months.

Twelve years and ten months since its debut, the Mazda3 has reached a milestone: the production of five million units. Achieving this feat at the end of April 2016, it’s only the second car from the Hiroshima-based car company to reach this milestone. The first one is, aptly, the Mazda3’s predecessor, the Familia.

Anyone of a certain age will remember SsangYong. Apart from a name that read like a typo, it was infamous for slapping on a German three-pointed star on its vehicles in the late 1990’s to early 2000’s. It died a natural death, whimpering out of existence as extinct as the animal namesake of one of their nameplates. That is, until now.

7 Design Details to Love in the All-New Volvo XC90

The all-new XC90 represents the paragon in Volvo design and engineering. It’s also one car that’s filled to the brim with all sorts of interesting design details which would otherwise go unnoticed. In fact, it’s so well-made and so clever that other luxury vehicles begin to look pale in comparison to this impressive 7-seater.

Foton Philippines is holding a carnival-themed sales event dubbed the Foton Moto Fair on June 1 to 2, 2016 at the Megatent Events Venue, Libis, Quezon City.

Total and Philippine oil company Filoil have agreed to create a joint venture for the fuel sales business in the Philippines. The combined business will grow Total’s network from 206 to 442 stations and its retail market share from 3 percent to 6 percent. The joint venture will also benefit from a strong supply infrastructure throughout the archipelago.

Honda Cars Philippines Adds New Odyssey Variant That Seats 8

After enjoying success with its executive suite on wheels, the Honda Odyssey (see launch story here and test drive story here), Honda Cars Philippines (HCPI) is adding a new variant only this time, it’s catering more to the family-oriented set.

MINI Philippines Holds Track Day Event for All-New Clubman

Recently, MINI Philippines put the all-new Clubman through its paces at a track day event held at the Clark International Speedway in Angeles, Pampanga. Inviting over a hundred participants from the MINI Car Club to prospective buyers, the Clubman was undoubtedly the center of attention during the whole day event.

Following a record-setting performance in March, Isuzu Philippines Corporation’s (IPC) pace eased marginally in April as the company logged its second-best results this year. However, the figures still reflect a solid year-on-year improvement, signaling a strong start to 2016’s second quarter.

Mazda Philippines and Cebu Southbay Automobiles, Incorporated, formally opened the improved Mazda Cebu showroom and service center along Juan Luna Street, Mabolo, Cebu City on May 21, 2016.

The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), the country’s exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet vehicles has announced the opening of the brand’s newest dealership located in Imus, Cavite.

Review: 2016 Hyundai Elantra 1.6 GL A/T

When Hyundai launched the fifth-generation Elantra in 2011, it almost turned the compact sedan segment upside down. Once a segment cornered by the Japanese, it was now being seriously contended by a car from an unlikely manufacturer. The Elantra “MD,” as that model is codenamed, rocketed to second in the local sales charts for a time. Wait lists were long and reviews were glowing. Since then, the Japanese fought back. That brought the Elantra back into obscurity despite a mild refresh. Now, Hyundai is out with their all-new Elantra. The question is: can they turn the tide?

GT Radial FlatOut Race Series Continues to Excite in Round 3

The scorching hot weather once again greeted the GT Radial FlatOut Race Series (FORS) as it staged Round 3 of the 2016 season at the Batangas Racing Circuit (BRC) last May 7. This mirrored the day’s on-track action as the battles in the Time Attack challenge and Grid races heated up even more.

Monster Jam returns to Manila this June 18 to 19 to bring an even wilder show than last year. Eight Monster trucks are roaring and ready to to pulverize anything that’s on their path. As a teaser, here are the eight trucks coming to Manila this year.

Rolls-Royce Wraith Luggage Collection is the World's Most Bonkers Carry-On

If you find a Rolls-Royce Wraith a bit too rich for your taste, but still want a bit of that “RR” lifestyle, well, you’re in luck. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is finally selling a luggage collection which compliments the Wraith—the most powerful Rolls-Royce ever created. And thankfully, you can get one even if you don’t have a Rolls-Royce.

Aston Martin and Total have signed a global partnership agreement that sees the latter becoming the official energy partner to the UK-based luxury carmaker. For two years, Total will be providing its products to Aston Martin and its official motorsports outfit, Aston Martin Racing.

Motor Image Pilipinas has revealed that Subaru Pampanga will the first dealership in the country to gain the brand’s new corporate identity. Located along MacArthur Highway in Dolores, San Fernando, Pampanga, Subaru Pampanga will formally open on June 10, 2016.

From its founding as a privately-owned wagon builder in Sweden back in 1891, Scania has gone a long way. Today, as it celebrates its 125th year, it has emerged as one of the world’s leading manufacturer of trucks and buses for heavy transport applications and of industrial and marine engines.

How Does Ford Come Up with Vehicle Colors?

Whether you prefer striking blue, calm grey, fiery red, or classic black, you can find the perfect color for your car with Ford. With nearly 60 different Ford-crafted colors and more than 20 Ford nameplates in Asia Pacific, Ford has a color for everyone.

Volvo to Hold 2nd National Alumni Cup at Wack Wack Golf and Country Club

Volvo once more drives with its select customers to the greens and fairways for the second offering of the Volvo National Alumni Golf Championship, an event exclusive to golfing graduates of colleges, universities and academic institutions all over the country.

The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines or EVAP has gone through a lot during its six year of existence but it is nevertheless proud of its achievements.

Honda Cars Philippines Upgrades Accord for 2016

After showing off the much-awaited Civic compact sedan, Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. is now showing some love to its Accord executive sedan by offering it with a sharper exterior design and a host of new convenience and safety features.

Fill Up with Caltex, Win Tickets to X-Men: Apocalypse

Marvel fans are in for an exciting treat as Caltex with Techron gives them a chance to win passes for one of the most anticipated superhero prequel movies of the year, the X-Men: Apocalypse.

The number one automotive brand in the Philippines is gearing up for the 2016 Vios Cup second leg slated on May 21 – 22 (Saturday-Sunday) at Filinvest City, Alabang in Muntinlupa City. After taking the heat to various locations across the country, Toyota has set its eyes in bringing the waku-doki motorsports experience back to Manila!

After some years of limited success and growth, KTM is jumping partners, going to bed this time with Ayala Automotive Holdings Corporation, a fully-owned subsidiary of Ayala Corporation. But what can we expect from this high-profile partnership? Well, read on.

A recent survey commissioned by Ford Motor Company in Asia-Pacific paints a dim picture of driving in the Philippines. Compared to our neighbors such as Vietnam, India, and Indonesia, where commuters have reported improvements to their daily commutes compared to last year, Filipinos are having it worse.

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May 31, 2016

What's the Global Impact of Toyota Selling Nine Million Hybrids?

Mazda Produces Five Millionth Mazda3

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May 30, 2016

7 Design Details to Love in the All-New Volvo XC90

Foton Philippines Holds Moto Fair on June 1-2 at Megatent Events Venue in Quezon City

Total and Filoil Enter into Joint Venture

May 28, 2016

Honda Cars Philippines Adds New Odyssey Variant That Seats 8

May 25, 2016

MINI Philippines Holds Track Day Event for All-New Clubman

Isuzu Philippines Starts Second Quarter 2016 with 38 Percent Rise

Mazda Cebu Expands, Adopts New Global Brand Standard

Chevrolet Imus Cavite Opens

May 24, 2016

Review: 2016 Hyundai Elantra 1.6 GL A/T

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GT Radial FlatOut Race Series Continues to Excite in Round 3

Meet the Monster Jam Manila Trucks for 2016

May 22, 2016

Rolls-Royce Wraith Luggage Collection is the World's Most Bonkers Carry-On

Total Becomes Official Lubricants to Aston Martin Racing

Subaru to Re-Open in Pampanga

Scania Celebrates 125 Years

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Volvo to Hold 2nd National Alumni Cup at Wack Wack Golf and Country Club

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Honda Cars Philippines Upgrades Accord for 2016

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