After three highly successful and fun-filled legs Isuzu Philippines Corporation’s four-wheel driving demonstrations returned to Metro Manila for its last installment this year.
December 3, 2016
Isuzu Philippines' Fun 4x4 Event Embarks Fourth Round
After three highly successful and fun-filled legs Isuzu Philippines Corporation’s four-wheel driving demonstrations returned to Metro Manila for its last installment this year.
December 2, 2016
Allan Uy is Toyota Vios Cup Season 3 Champion
Determination proved to be the greatest weapon for Toyota Quezon Avenue’s seasoned driver Allan Uy (Toyota Quezon Avenue) to weather big struggles on the track as the recently-crowned Toyota Vios Cup Season 3 Overall Champion.
December 1, 2016
This is the Newest BMW Art Car
BMW has a history of racing “Art Cars” featuring the artwork of artists such as Frank Stella, Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, Jeff Koons, and many more. And now, the 19th BMW Art Car has been unveiled and follows a 40-year tradition of presenting a race car as both an art piece and work of mechanical precision. Featuring the work of John Baldessari, this unique BMW M6 GTLM will race at the Rolex 24 at Daytona in January.
China is Latest Country to Get Subaru EyeSight
Subaru is staying true to its promise of expanding markets that will carry its revolutionary EyeSight driver assist system. After making waves in Japan, Australia, North America, and European markets, the EyeSight is now making its market debut in China, available on the Legacy and Outback models.
Ford GT Now Immortalized in Lego
After having their F-150 Raptor and the Mustang immortalized in Lego bricks, the iconic Ford GT will now be getting the Lego treatment as well as part of the Lego Speed Champions set which will be available starting March 1, 2017.
This New Smartphone Carries a Familiar Brand
Cellprime Distribution Corporation (Cellprime) launches a new smartphone that carries a familiar brand: the Hyundai Aero Plus. Touted as a unique smartphone that deliver both aesthetics and performance, the Hyundai Aero Plus is geared towards car enthusiasts and design-and-style conscious men.
Miss World 2016 Philippines Starts Her Journey with Brand-New Hyundai Eon
For Miss World 2016 Philippines, Catriona Elisa Magnayon Gray, all roads lead to Washington DC.
But her journey starts off appropriately, with a brand-new car. A Hyundai Eon in Coral White was turned over to Ms. Gray by HARI President and CEO Ma. Fe Perez-Agudo and Miss World Philippines National Director Cory Quirino.
The Hyundai Eon is a fitting prize for the country’s bet to the much-coveted Miss World crown.
Win a Brand-New Lexus and Free Fuel with Caltex and Robinsons Card Promo
This Christmas, lucky motorists will have a chance to drive home a brand new Lexus NX compact luxury crossover courtesy of Robinsons Rewards Card each time they fuel up at Caltex.
Malaysia Becomes First ASEAN Country to Mandate Electronic Stability Control
Malaysia is taking the leadership in the field of automotive safety, becoming the first country in the ASEAN region to mandate ESC or Electronic Stability Control on all new vehicles by June 2018. The announcement was made by the Malaysian Minister of Transport during the launch of the “Stop the Crash ASEAN” which took place at the Sepang F1 Circuit in Malaysia.
November 30, 2016
Experience the Subaru Difference this Weekend
Not all all-wheel drive systems are created equal; that’s the message Subaru is saying with the “Subaru Faceoff” test drive event happening from Friday, December 2 to Sunday, December 4 at the SM Mall of Asia opening parking Block 12.
2018 Ford Fiesta: This Is It
Ford unveiled the next-generation Fiesta at the “Go Further” event in Cologne, Germany. Mark Fields, President and CEO of Ford Motor Company was on hand to unveil four versions of the all-new Fiesta and was joined by 2,500 dealers and employees at the Cologne Nieh manufacturing facility.
November 29, 2016
Lexus Manila Unleashes 2017 IS Sedan (w/ Specs)
The Lexus IS has been a game-changer in all sorts of ways for Lexus Manila. Responsible for the brand’s continuously robust growth, the third-generation IS has found its way to 442 garages in the Philippines since its market introduction in 2013. This year, the “Intelligent Sport” sedan sees a round of enhancements, both aesthetically and mechanically, to keep its segment leader status in power, prestige, and of course, in the Lexus mindset, perfection.
Review: 2016 Ford Explorer Sport V6 EcoBoost
Driving the Ford Explorer, particularly the Sport, feels like meeting an old friend. After driving it extensively at the height of Michigan winter, I feel like I’ve known its ins and outs quite well. So when Ford Philippines offered me an Explorer Sport for a week, one single question popped in my head: what new story can it tell? What more can I discover with this giant 7-seater luxury crossover with the heart of a muscle car?
November 28, 2016
Give the Gift of Confident Handling This Christmas
Give the gift of a safe and confident handling vehicle this Christmas with a new set of Goodyear tires. As the only points of contact with the road, tires play a vital role in keeping your vehicle and its occupants safe at all times. It’s one of the most affordable ways to upgrade your car’s handling. And with Goodyear Philippines’s 3-day Warehouse Sale, it’s not going to break the bank.
A Success Story Against All Odds: Porsche Cayenne
On June 3, 1998, when Porsche announced that it would be building a sporty SUV, there were those who didn’t think the idea would work. However, the company believed strongly in the idea of a true sports car for the SUV segment. It was determined to make it a reality.
November 27, 2016
GT Radial FlatOut Race Series Concludes Thrilling 2016 Season
Over a hundred entries turned up at the Clark International Speedway last October 22 for the eight round of the GT Radial FlatOut Race Series (FORS). This served as the final battle ground for the Time Trial and Grid championships to cap off a successful 2016 season.
November 26, 2016
KODO Design is Going Racing with Mazda's RT24-P
Mazda is going into the world of endurance racing with a KODO designed racer dubbed the RT24-P. Competing under the Daytona Prototype International (DPi) rules in the Prototype class, it will be making its race debut at the 2017 Rolex 24 at Daytona in late January.
Uber Launches UberTRIP: The Best Way to Explore a City
There are countless things to explore in Bali: beaches, temples, mountains, and rice fields that go on forever. Uber has made it easy with UberTRIP. Visit the art studios of Ubud, stop for lunch in Seminyak, head out east safe in the knowledge that your driver will always be waiting for you.
Korean EV Group Visits the Philippines
Officers of the Global Electric Vehicle Network (GEVERN), an electric vehicle group based in South Korea headed by its Chairman Daehwan Kim were in the Philippines recently to initiate talks with the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines, its counterpart group in the country. With him were Dr. Chun-Beom Lee, president of Dalum Technology and Dr. Ock Taeck Lim, assistant professor at the School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering of the University of Ulsan.
November 25, 2016
Rolls-Royce Begins Taking Orders for Spring/Summer 2017 Collection
Rolls-Royce and the world of Haute Couture have long been bound by a common philosophy: taking the very finest materials and crafting them into the most exquisite and desirable luxury goods as expressions of their clients’ taste and lifestyle.
November 24, 2016
Total Philippines Launches ToyDrive at Gas Stations
Give a whole new meaning to gassing up at Total this holiday season by donating a new toy to surprise a lucky child this Christmas. Secret Santa donations will be accepted at all Total stations in Metro Manila and Bulacan from now until December 10, 2016.
Foton Provides the Widest Selection of Vans in the Philippines
In a recent report released by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines or CAMPI for the third quarter of 2016, new vehicles sales for the first eight months increased by 28 percent or 229,919 units from 179,839 units in the same period of 2015.
The Great Adventure: Driving the Nissan Navara in Morocco (w/ Video)
Glancing to the left and right, there’s nothing but large expanse of desert. Breaking off from the only paved highway in the area, the convoy snaked down towards a town in Tisserdmine, Morocco. Almost immediately, the deafening silence is replaced by the sound of pebbles, pelting against the wheel well of the Nissan NP300 Navara. And then, a crackle on the two-way radio: “Guys, engage four-wheel drive and go flat out. Head towards the horizon; we’ll re-group there.”
November 23, 2016
Hyundai Motor Celebrates 40 Years of Export Growth
Hyundai Motor is celebrating 40 years of exports to international markets, following a period of significant overseas growth that has seen it become one of the fastest growing brands in the world. From South Korea’s first mass-produced model to the latest generation of eco-friendly cars, more than 23 million Hyundai Motor vehicles have been exported worldwide since 1976.
November 22, 2016
Review: 2017 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4WD Z71
The Trailblazer is a very important vehicle for Chevrolet Philippines. Becoming the main entry point of thousands of Filipinos into the world of the bowtie brand, it accounts for the lion’s share of Chevy’s annual sales. Already boasting some of the segment’s best specifications way back when it was first launched in 2013, Chevrolet could have sat back and relaxed. But its rivals didn’t allow that respite.
November 21, 2016
CAGI Awards Honda Civic RS Turbo, Isuzu D-Max as Country's Best Vehicles
72 eligible vehicles, but only one took home the ultimate prize: the 2016 Car of the Year – Philippines. Organized by the Car Awards Group, Inc. (CAGI), which this website isn’t a part of, bestowed that title to the Honda Civic RS Turbo. And for truck lovers out there, CAGI has given the 2016 Truck of the Year – Philippines to the Isuzu D-Max 3.0 4x2 LS A/T.
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