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December 21, 2016

Ford Makes Car Ownership for OFWs Easier


Ford Philippines introduced the Ford OFW Assist Program, providing a convenient online buying experience for Ford vehicles available in the Philippines for Filipinos working abroad.

Nissan Philippines Promises 30-Minute Service or Labor is Free! (w/ Video)


Nissan Philippines Inc (NPI) lives up to its innovative drive with its latest offering, the Nissan Express Service. Launched at the new Nissan Sucat dealership, Nissan Express Service is designed to provide an intelligent, more focused customer engagement, promising ease and convenience to all Nissan customers.

Kia-sponsored MMCO Wins at 29th Aliw Awards


The Metro Manila Concert Orchestra (MMCO) was honored at the 29th Aliw Awards for their participation at Kia Beats. The country’s premiere orchestra won Best Major Concert (Group) and was also nominated for the Best Instrumentalists (Group) category.

Shangri-La Mactan Chooses Volkswagen


Following Makati Shangri-La’s delivery of its all-new luxury fleet of Volkswagen Passat and Jetta units just a few months ago, Shangri La’s Mactan Resort & Spa also received its new fleet of  Jetta as part of its efforts to upgrade and expand its existing vehicles to cater to its more discerning guests.

December 20, 2016

Mitsubishi Philippines Rewards Stick Shift Enthusiasts with New Montero Sport Variant (w/ Brochure)


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) is rewarding stick shift enthusiast with the introduction of their most affordable Montero Sport model yet: the GLX 2WD equipped with a 6-speed manual. It’s well-kitted and now available for an unbelievable introductory price.

Review: 2016 Ford Focus Sport


When it comes to crowning the Philippines’s sportiest compact out there, there are two cars that always seem to roll off the tongue: the Honda Civic and the Mazda3. And you can’t blame the masses: one touts a turbocharged engine and the other has driving excitement written all over it. But what if I tell you there’s a compact car in the market that’s often overlooked, but still offers a huge chunk of that driving excitement virtue? Heck, it’s even got a turbocharged engine with more power and torque than the Civic’s. Meet the Ford Focus once more.

December 18, 2016

Mazda's Philippine Distributor Files for IPO


You’ve always wanted to own one of their cars, but would you want to own a piece of the company? That could very well be the possibility as Mazda’s Philippine distributor plans to list some of its shares on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) by the first half of 2017 at the latest. Bermaz Auto Philippines (BAP), formerly known as Berjaya Auto Philippines, plans an Initial Public Offering (IPO) worth P 1.24 billion or about 15.6 percent of the company.

December 17, 2016

First Ford GT Rolls Off the Production Line


Admittedly, it’s mildly disappointing that the Ford GT to roll off the production line isn’t finished in Liquid Blue. Still, get over the color (it’s Shadow Black with orange stripes) and it’s an indisputable fact that someone’s going to have a 600 horsepower sleigh very soon.

Volvo Philippines Offering Holiday Treats on S60, V60 Cross Country


In the spirit of giving, Volvo Philippines generously gives away a fantastic Christmas treat. With its value-laden Easy Ownership offer, interested buyers can now reward themselves with a brand new Volvo S60 R-design or a Volvo V60 Cross Country. For as low as a 30 percent downpayment, they can also enjoy a 0 percent interest financing plan at an equitable 24-month payment schedule.

Mahindra Brings Early Christmas to Students in Nueva Ecija


Mahindra Philippines, as part of their corporate social responsibility program, donated 50 bicycles to Maruhat National High School and 500 slippers to the Elementary School of Sapang Kawayan both in Gapan City, Nueva Ecija.

Stock Mazda2 Snatches Class Win at Philippine Endurance Challenge


Mazda’s intensive motorsports background has been brought to light as a showroom-stock Mazda2 hatchback finished the grueling 8-hour Philippine Endurance Challenge, snatching the Manufacturer’s Cup Trophy in the process. Driven by seasoned racer Clifford Certeza along with Bermaz Malaysia marketing professional Ian Khong, and journalist Iñigo Roces, the Team Bermaz Mazda run sub-compact hatchback completed 160 laps, two more than its nearest competitor.

Toyota is Going Back to WRC with Yaris


The Toyota GAZOO Racing team has finally unveiled the Yaris WRC which the team will use for the World Rally Championship starting with the Rally Monte-Carlo. Developed for more than a year, the Yaris WRC has undergone a rigorous testing regimen including thousands of hours in the workshop and road testing.

December 16, 2016

Discounts Galore on Selected Kia Models


Kia is spreading Christmas cheer with their Regalong Panalo Pampasko promo. As a gift to its fans this holiday season, Kia is offering up major discounts across its line-up.

Honda Cars Welcomes Lipa, Bantagas Dealership


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) opens its 35th full-service dealership, Honda Cars Lipa City (HCLC). The dealership, located at Ayala Highway, Brgy. Balintawak, Lipa City, Batangas is the first dealer in the Philippines to apply the new Visual Identity, which enabled the Honda dealers perceived to be advanced, futuristic, and modernly elegant.

7 Lifesaving Tips for Motorcycle Riders this Christmas Season


Christmas is in the air: Filipino shoppers are hopping from mall to mall, scouting for gift ideas, filling restaurants, and congesting roads. The flurry of activity, however, inevitably increases the probability of road crashes during the Christmas season.

Isuzu Philippines Posts Highest Sales of the Year in November


Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) in November recorded its highest monthly sales tally for the year.

"Dirt Art" Nissan Navara Moves to SM North EDSA


Dirt art practitioner JC Vargas takes the Nissan Navara back on the exhibit road, this time at The Block, SM North Edsa.

December 13, 2016

Review: 2017 Mazda3 Speed


The year is about to come to an end and by now, you think it’s a foregone conclusion on what the best compact car is. Well, depending on what your priorities are, the answer isn’t as clear cut as you may think. If you still value driving above everything else, then you shouldn’t settle for a car with an “H” upfront. There’s only one definitive driver’s compact out and that’s the Mazda3.

December 12, 2016

Tamiya Now Available in All Blade Auto Center Outlets


Everyone remembers Tamiya, the famed Japanese manufacturer of plastic model kits and radio-controlled cars. Well, they are now have a new place to call home as Blade Auto Center branches have begun stocking up on these award-winning scale models and RC toys just in time for the holidays.

MDPPA's 'Helmets Saves Lives' Stickering Campaign Reaches Northern Manila


Motorcycle Development Program Participants’ Association (MDPPA), the Philippines’ premier group of motorcycle manufacturers, headed North of Metro Manila for the second leg of its ‘Helmets Save Lives’ stickering campaign last month.

Toyota Aims for a Direct Driving Feel with New Engines, Transmissions


Toyota has just announced a slew of new drivetrains that’ll slot into vehicles underpinned by the Toyota New Global Architecture or TNGA. The goal is to improve driving dynamics as well as offer better environmental performance. These new engines and transmissions will encompass 60 percent of Toyota vehicle sales in the key markets of Japan, United States, Europe, and China by 2021.

Fun, Frolic Mark 3-Day AFF Suzuki Cup 2016


AFF Suzuki Cup 2016 title sponsor Suzuki Philippines (SPH) got avid football fans into the groove with fun games and activities last November 19, 22, and 25,to mark the ASEAN region’s most prestigious football competition.

December 11, 2016

Nissan Juke Accomplishes World's First 'Blind' J-Turn (w/ Video)


The Nissan Juke is becoming a record-breaker of sorts. After holding the record for “fastest mile on two wheels”, it has successfully established a record for world’s first ‘blind’ J-turn. And there’s a very familiar person behind the wheel.

Lotus Exige Sport 380: The Supercar Killer


Lotus Cars Founder Colin Chapman had one philosophy when building high-performance cars: “Simplify, then add lightness.” That way of thinking is still prevalent in the company he left behind 34 years after his death. Today, Lotus is presenting to the world the most extreme version of this philosophy, one that touts a “supercar killer” capable of slaying six-figure hypercars. Meet the Exige Sport 380.

December 10, 2016

Watch the NISMO Festival Live on YouTube


Nissan fans around the world don’t need to make the annual trek to the Fuji International Speedway to enjoy the sights and sounds of the NISMO Festival as the company announced that they’ll be streaming the event live on NISMO TV on YouTube for the first time.

2017 Subaru Impreza is Japan Car of the Year 2016-2017


The Japanese press has spoken and they have awarded the 2017 Subaru Impreza as their 2016-2017 Car of the Year. With a juror composed of 59 members of the press, the Impreza becomes only the second Subaru model bestowed with the title (the Subaru Legacy being the first in 2003).