The demise of the full-sized SUV is premature as Ford takes the wraps off the all-new, fourth-generation Expedition. The super-sized Expedition, like all other Fords, is touted to be the “smartest, most capable, and most adaptable ever.”
February 8, 2017
2018 Ford Expedition Offers Supersized Sophistication (w/ 14 Photos, Video)
The demise of the full-sized SUV is premature as Ford takes the wraps off the all-new, fourth-generation Expedition. The super-sized Expedition, like all other Fords, is touted to be the “smartest, most capable, and most adaptable ever.”
Michelin Truck Tire Awarded for "Fighting Against Climate Change"
The French Ministry of Ecology, Energy, and the Sea and the Agency for the Environment and Energy Control have awarded Michelin the Circular Economy Grand Prize, “fighting against climate change” special Mention, for the eco-design and retreading process of its Truck tires as well as for its Michelin Solutions offers.
February 7, 2017
Jump Start 2017 with Deals from Ford Philippines
Search for fortunate deals from Ford Philippines’ financing offers and cash promotions for select Ford vehicles -Everest, Ranger, EcoSport, Fiesta and Focus valid until February 28 at Ford dealerships nationwide.
Second-Generation Mazda CX-5 Off to Great Start
It looks like the all-new CX-5 is poised to be a big hit for Mazda. In its home country of Japan, reservations have spiked to 9,055 units since order books opened last December. And with customer deliveries starting only five days ago, the Hiroshima-based carmaker is expected to move around 2,400 of them monthly.
Review: 2017 Ford Everest Titanium+ 3.2 4WD
They say, you’re not supposed to meet your heroes. There’s a danger that once you see them up close, they won’t seem as perfect eye-to-eye as opposed to being perched on their towering pedestal. That’s the dilemma with the Ford Everest. After a drive in Thailand, I’ve yet to try it on Manila roads. In the two years that passed, fate played itself cruelly as cancellations, re-schedules, and even a minor hiccup meant no seat time. As 2017 rolled in, so did a minor refresh. This is the Everest featured here. While its blemishes don’t make it so god-like anymore, from where I stand, it still remains the mid-sized SUV’s hero car.
February 6, 2017
Foilacar Industries Offers New Sprayable Vinyl Wrap
Foilacar Industries, the company that innovated “wrapping” or “foiling” as a means of paint protection and preservation is launching a new product line that can be sprayed on just like paint. Called FoilaDip, this latest product line is a sprayable vinyl wrap that leaves a rubberized coating which can be peeled off without damaging the original material underneath.
2018 Subaru Legacy Promises Enhanced Driving Experience
Subaru’s executive sedan, the Legacy, is getting a nip and tuck just in time for the 2018 model year. Featuring revised styling and improvements to comfort, safety, and infotainment, the Legacy is said to offer an enhanced overall driving experience. Though the Philippines will have to wait until the First Quarter of 2018 to get this new Legacy, it will be arriving in US showrooms by around the middle this year.
February 5, 2017
Win a Honda BR-V in Jollibee's "Scratch 2 Win a Honda BR-V" Promo
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), shares the joy of winning an All-New BR-V 7-seater SUV to Jollibee Drive-Thru customers with “Scratch 2 Win a Honda BR-V” campaign, which will run from February 1, 2017 to April 30, 2017.
Manufacturing to Grow Amidst PHL's Economic Growth
After growing by 6.6 percent in 2016, the World Bank projects the Philippine economy to consistently grow at an average of 6 percent over the next few years up to 2019. This makes the Philippines the fastest growing economy in Asia. It is now leaving its neighbors in the dust after languishing at the bottom for decades.
February 4, 2017
Caltex Opens New Site in Nueva Vizcaya
Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of the Caltex brand of fuels and lubricants, recently inaugurated its newest Caltex service station at the Nueva Vizcaya Agricultural Terminal – Agri-Pinoy Trading Center (NVAT-APTC) located along AH26, Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya.
Honda Achieves Best ASEAN Auto Sales Record in 2016
Asian Honda Motor Co., Ltd., the regional headquarters of Honda in the Asia & Oceania (A&O) region, announced that Honda achieved its highest records for automobile sales in 2016 in the ASEAN region (Southeast Asia). Actual retail sales reached 431,832 units, a 7 percent increase over the 2015 sales volume of 405,158 units.
Rev Up 2017 With Suzuki's Best Sellers
Whether it is a quick escape to the renowned mountains of Baguio, a surfing adventure in La Union, a long drive to the historic Fort Ilocandia, or a mere stopover in Tagaytay, you will find a great road companion with Suzuki vehicles.
February 3, 2017
Petron Launches Lubricant Line for Extreme Conditions
It’s not just drivers that suffer because of Manila’s constant traffic; vehicles go through a lot of stress as well. Stop-and-go traffic coupled with extreme heat can cause premature wear-and-tear on your car’s vital components. The country’s largest oil refining and marketing company, Petron, wants to put a stop of that with the launch of their newest line of fluids and lubricants.
Final Rolls-Royce Phantom VII Marks End of an Era
As this most significant motor car prepares to gracefully leave the stage, it is fitting that the final Phantom VII, a beautifully appointed extended wheelbase limousine, has been created to celebrate the golden age of travel that Phantom defined.
February 2, 2017
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Registers 10th Consecutive Year of Growth
Capping off 2016 with yet another record-breaking sales of 61,400 units, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) posted 13.5 percent growth in sales performance compared to its 54,087 units in 2015. This volume is the highest annual volume MMPC has ever attained. With this volume, MMPC was able to achieve its 10th consecutive year of annual sales growth. Meanwhile, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) & Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) reported to have sold a total volume of 359,572 units in 2016, indicating a 24.6 percent growth from 2015. MMPC captured 17.1 percent market share of CAMPI and TMA’s total volume, securing the brand’s number 2 position in the local automotive industry.
Video: Mazda Philippines's Away Takes You to a Better Place
Mazda2 Premium Series ambassador Gino M. Santos made a short film, entitled “Away” putting to screen his emotions about the zoom-zoom brand and how the right frame of mind can whisk us away from all the negativity. The 25-year old television and film director and producer has worked on many projects, but this is his first short film since his college days.
February 1, 2017
Hyundai Celebrates Valentine's With "MWAH" (Madly Wanting A Hyundai) Promo
Longing for a loyal and reliable companion? For the entire month of love, you can have your Hyundai romance with the MWAH (Madly Wanting a Hyundai) promo which offers low down deals on the hottest Hyundai cars.
Mercedes-Benz Offers A 180 Urban: A Shining Star for Only P 1.8M
Mercedes-Benz is shifting towards a more youthful market through its A180 Urban. The car is bringing a newfound flair of an order that can be rarely seen in a single generational change. At P 1,790,000 (or as low as P 17,900 monthly), it brings a sense of a well-priced premium vehicle given its curb appeal and cozy interior ambiance.
New Ford Owner Recalls OFW Assist Experience
Most Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) who have worked abroad for a long stretch want to go straight home from the airport. This was not the case for 40-year-old Renante Bendaña, a Sales Support Engineer with a steel construction company in Jeddah.
Volkswagen Philippines Tops European Car Market in Philippines
Within just three years of operations, Volkswagen Philippines broke through the 1,000-unit sales mark, registering 1,060 units sold from January to December 2016. This is a 76-percent increase over its 2015 sales, and making it the Philippines' number one European car brand in 2016.
January 31, 2017
Volvo Announces Addition of OTA Map Updates, Android Auto for 90 Series Cars
Volvo Cars, has announced several important updates to its 90 series cars, delivering new safety, powertrain and connectivity updates.
Auto Parts Maker Association President Says SMEs Ignored in CARS Program
Philippine (Auto) Parts Maker Association, formerly known as the Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturers of the Philippines (MVPMAP), President Ferdinand Raquelsantos has issued statement that the two approved participants of the Philippine government’s CARS (Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy) program, Toyota and Mitsubishi, has ignored Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the awarding of suppliers for the Philippine manufactured Vios and Mirage/Mirage G4. Read the full statement below:
Ford Finishes Strong in ASEAN, Delivers Record Sales in 2016
Ford Motor Company today announced overall 2016 retail sales for the ASEAN region rose more than 11 percent from the previous year to a record 115,979 vehicles, marking the fourth consecutive year of record sales in ASEAN.
Review: 2017 Honda Civic 1.8 E
Ah, the 2017 Civic. Honda is certainly putting a lot of attention back to the compact car segment because it’s a winner in every sense of the word. It’s sleek, well packaged, and ten times more thought of than the model it replaces. And while the vast majority of attention has been taken over by the RS Turbo, the base variant, the 1.8 E, deserves more likes, mentions, and shares. Why? Because it’s actually the better value of the two Civic variants.
January 30, 2017
Isuzu Philippines Launches 2017 D-Max X-Series (w/ 23 Photos)
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is injecting a youthful vibe to its best-selling D-Max pickup truck with the market launch of the 2017 D-Max X-Series. It transforms the tough for anything D-Max into a lifestyle vehicle fit for active and dynamic families.
January 29, 2017
Congress is About to Make Cars More Expensive For You
EDITOR’S NOTE (4): We simulate the prices of 42 vehicles under the final bicameral version of the TRAIN bill. Read it here. (12/14/2017).
EDITOR’S NOTE (3): The House of Representatives and Senate have agreed on a compromised version of the new vehicle excise tax which excludes pick-up trucks and EVs. See the story here (12/12/2017).
EDITOR’S NOTE (2): The senate just approved a new version of TRAIN that is friendlier to luxury vehicles. See the full story here. (11/28/2017).
EDITOR’S NOTE (1): A version of the bill has just passed the House Ways and Means Committee. You can check how it will affect vehicle prices here (5/8/2017).
Late last year, the Department of Finance looked at revising the excise tax on new vehicles initially as a means to curb Manila’s worsening problem. Then, they clarified it’s to increase tax collection. With the government bent on reducing personal income tax, they had to find alternative ways to fund government operations. This is especially true as the current administration is looking at spending big on infrastructure development, something that quite frankly, the previous administration didn’t do.
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