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October 17, 2013

Going Big Time: Foton Launches View Traveller (w/ Brochure)

Photos by Ulysses Ang
Driven by Vision—these words sum up Foton’s stratospheric rise in the Philippine market. In just a few short years, Foton grew from being a relatively unknown (and untested) Chinese vehicle manufacturer to one of the country’s preferred brands of commercial vehicles. With an expansive line-up covering pick-ups, vans, trucks, and heavy equipment, Foton is an all-encompassing brand for all business needs. Now, Foton is venturing into a new territory: the upscale van market and they’re doing so with the new View Traveller.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Celebrates Manila Inauguration


The Rolls-Royce Motor Cars CEO, Mr Torsten Müller-Ötvös, today officially inaugurated Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Manila. Appointed in June this year, the new authorized dealership will host customers in a temporary facility in Global City until a new showroom is opened next year.

October 15, 2013

Win Your Very Own Chevrolet Spark with Share a Spark Facebook Contest


To Spark more smiles and fun moments, Chevrolet Philippines launches the Share a Spark promo campaign. The promo activity is an online contest that encourages participants to share a photo of their happy and fun moments in the Share a Spark Facebook App. At the end of the contest period, one lucky photo uploader will get to drive home his/her very own Chevrolet Spark. “The Spark is a globe-trotting city car that packs a big punch. This mini-car allows you to enjoy tech-savvy features with a surprising amount of cargo and passenger room, you never have to leave a friend or excitement behind. The Share-a-Spark campaign reinforces and promotes the Filipinos’ inherent positive attitude and optimism and ultimately rewards a lucky winner with his very own Chevrolet Spark – said Atty. Alberto B. Arcilla, President and Managing Director.

October 14, 2013

Michele Bumgarner Takes Break In After Accomplishing a Top-10 Finish in Mazda Road to Indy Debut


Mazda Philippines-backed racing driver and IndyCar hopeful Michele Bumgarner pulled off a top-10 finish in her Mazda Road to Indy debut and bagged a few contingency awards along the way.

Hyundai Celebrates with Miss World 2013


The All-new Hyundai Azera served as Ms. World 2013 Megan Young’s official transport in the string of activities that awaited her as the first Filipina to win the much-coveted international beauty title. The Azera, the Hyundai model lauded for its sense of poise and class, was Ms. Young’s reliable companion to, among many, her official visit to Malacañang Palace and during her homecoming in Olongapo City.

3M Tints Protect Your Health, Safety, and Wellbeing


Sun exposure is typically associated with activities such as spending a day in the beach or playing outdoors. But did you know that sun exposure inside your car can also increase your risk for wrinkles, age spots, facial sagging, and even skin cancer?

Porsche Picks Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 as OE Tire for 918 Spyder


On September 18, 2013, production began of the new Porsche 918 Spyder. Michelin will be the sole tire supplier for this new hybrid super car, of which 918 units will be produced.

Volvo Polestar Racing Enters WTCC Races in Shanghai


Volvo Polestar Racing will take part in the FIA World Touring Car Championship (WTCC) races at Shanghai International Circuit in China with newly crowned Swedish Touring Car Championship (STCC) champion Thed Björk.

Ford Philippines Finishes September with Best-Ever Performance for Month, Third Quarter

Ford Philippines today reported that it finished the month of September in record fashion – achieving its best-ever performance for both the month and third quarter.

Continued strength in demand for its full lineup of global Ford vehicles – led by the class-defining all-new Ranger pickup - helped Ford deliver its best-ever September retail sales of 1,231 units, helping drive its all-time best third quarter with sales up 46 percent to 3,330 units.

October 13, 2013

Hyundai Ups the Zombie Ante with Philippine-Made Zombie Survival Machine


Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), in collaboration with FOX Philippines, gets zombie-fied, just in time for the premiere of Season 4 of the most watched and anticipated drama series on cable TV.

Peugeot Pasig Formally Opens


After launching Peugeot Las Piñas, Peugeot Cagayan de Oro, Peugeot Quirino, Peugeot Cebu, Peugeot Nueva Ecija and Peugeot Lipa earlier this year, Eurobrands Distributor Inc. (EDI), official importer of Peugeot vehicles in the country, together with Green Valley Auto Sales Corp., formally opened last October 10, 2013 the doors of Peugeot Pasig. Like all the previous Peugeot dealerships before it, Peugeot Pasig aims to provide the full Peugeot ownership experience to its customers while ascribing fully to Peugeot international standards. No less than Peugeot’s Regional Sales Director, Vincent Comyn, was on hand to formally open the dealership. The EDI management team tasked to launch Peugeot Pasig, meanwhile, was headed by EDI Chairman Johnny Hernandez.

Haruroot Riders Club Celebrates 40th Anniversary


The Haruroot Riders Club, a group of big bike enthusiasts from all over the country who have banded together some 40 years ago, is calling on all its members to join the club in a grand anniversary celebration on October 12, 2013.

October 9, 2013

Happy Birthday, Porsche 911!

Photos by Ulysses Ang and Porsche Press
Fifty years. Normally, that’s the time when age begins to take its toll; when the body doesn’t feel as lively, as agile, and as quick as it once was. However, the people at Porsche look at fifty very differently. Fifty makes one faster, stronger, and better than ever before; and judging by the iconic 911 sports car, Porsche seems to have discovered the fountain of youth.

October 8, 2013

Ford Tops 2013 J.D. Power Sales Satisfaction Survey in PHL Market


Ford Philippines topped the recent 2013 J.D. Power Asia Pacific Sales Satisfaction Index (SSI) Study for the Philippines, helping to highlight the Company’s commitment to provide an unmatched customer experience across its expanding network of nationwide Ford dealerships.

Petron Blaze 100 Euro 4: Breaking Barriers in Fuel Technology


The introduction of Petron Blaze 100 Euro 4 marked another milestone in fuels technology in the country since it is still the first and only locally produced premium plus gasoline that meets all the parameters of the more stringent and environment-friendly Euro 4 standard.

Caltex Opens 7th Service Station in Lipa City, Batangas


Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of the Caltex brand of fuels and lubricants, continues to strengthen the presence of Caltex in high growth areas. Caltex with Techron, the only fuel with the unbeatable cleaning power of Techron, recently opened its 7th station in Lipa City, a recreational, religious, commercial, industrial and educational center in the region.

Review: 2013 Toyota Vios 1.5 G A/T

Photos by Ulysses Ang
Fifty percent of the Philippine passenger car market—by any standard, a car that’s as sellable as this is also the most influential. So, it shouldn’t come as a surprise then that the all-new Toyota Vios is the most important car of the year. Forget cup car racing or DJ parties, I finally got behind the wheel of this hotly-anticipated vehicle and here’s my verdict: damn, they got it right this time.

October 7, 2013

Mitsubishi Motor Philippines Announces Concourse Competition this October 18-20; Deadline for Entries is on October 11!

Calling all Mitsubishi owners!

Are you just dying to show off your classic Mitsubishi vehicle? Or maybe you want to let the whole nation know that your freshly-modified Mitsubishi vehicle is the coolest one of all?

Get your chance to show us what you got on October 18 - 20 at the Mitsubishi Fun Camp Concourse!

October 6, 2013

Turtle Wax Philippines Launches Next-Generation Ice Premium Car Care Products


Wilkstark Marketing Corporation, the official distributor of Turtle Wax in the Philippines, launches the next generation Turtle Wax ICE® Premium Car Care Products.

October 5, 2013

Asian Carmakers Corporation Launches BMW 3 Series GT


Asian Carmakers Corporation (ACC), the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, today announced the arrival of the All-New BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo, an innovative new concept that combines a Sedan’s dynamic, sports genes with the practicality and versatility of a Touring.

October 4, 2013

Jaguar Philippines Launches F-Type; Offers Leasing Program with BPI Rental Corporation


In a move to keep the tradition and commitment to continuous innovation,  Jaguar  Cars,  Inc. (JCI) unveiled the Jaguar F-Type today at the Jaguar Lifestyle Centre at Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

Car Awards Group Launches 2013-2014 Car of the Year - Philippines and Truck of the Year - Philippines

Celebrating its 10th year, the Car Awards Group, Inc. (CAGI), the country’s premier automotive award-giving body, formally launched the 2013-2014 season of the Car of the Year-Philippines (COTY-P) and the Truck of the Year-Philippines (TOTY-P) at the Filinvest Tent in Alabang.

October 2, 2013

Motorsports and More: Toyota to Hold Waku-Doki Festival this October 12 at Clark Speedway


Being part of festivals is something that Filipinos are no strangers to. However, it is not every day that Filipinos get to experience and be part of a motorsports / racing festival in the Philippines. That is just about to change this October 12, 2013. The number one automotive company in the country, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) invites you to not miss the chance in experiencing waku-doki, or heart-racing fun, at the Clark International Speedway in Pampanga! Just a short ride away from Manila, get to witness an electrifying racing competition as some of your favorite celebrities like Rhian Ramos and Aljur Abrenica go wheel-to-wheel as they compete in being the first champion of the Vios Cup! Led by the best-selling vehicle in the Philippines, see the Vios “race-ready” dashing in the tracks of the speedway!

Hyundai Motor's Brand Value Enters Global Top 50


Hyundai Motor Company, the fastest growing automotive company by brand, saw its brand value surge 20.5 percent from a year earlier to $9 billion, marking its highest-ever ranking of No. 43, according to brand consultancy Interbrand’s 2013 Best 100 Global Brands.

Petron Value Card Users Now 1 Million Strong


The lucky 1-millionth Petron Value Card (PVC) holder was recognized in simple ceremonies held at the Petron Sierra Madre gasoline station along EDSA, Mandaluyong City, last 06 September 2013. The lucky Petron Value Card holder was Ms. Puso Gabiola, a University of the Philippines graduate now working as a brand manager in a food solutions company. In recognition of this milestone, she received Php 8,000-worth of bonus points on her Petron Value Card, two sets of 8,000 Mabuhay Miles that can be used for two round-trip domestic flights on Philippine Airlines, and 8-liters of Petron Ultron.

Philippine Motorcycle Club Pushes for Safety Over Swinging


While the term “haruroot” may loosely be translated to describe the act of speeding, or revving up one’s engine to achieve a faster acceleration, the members of this motorcycle riders’ club are hardly anything but speed addicts. They are in fact the most cautious type of riders, preferring to keep to their lane and stay on the safe side to avoid accidents.

October 1, 2013

Review: 2013 Hyundai Accent CRDi M/T

Photos by Ulysses Ang
“That's a nice car,” said my wife's officemate as I dropped her off. This just proves that the Hyundai Accent CRDi Hatchback, even its modest MT guise still evokes the looks and style that can make people comment like that. Hyundai may have destined the CRDi MT as a fleet-friendly car, but it still has the right stuff to be of serious consideration.

BMW Shares Joy with BMW Xpo 2013 this Weekend


In celebration of BMW’s continued leadership in the premium automotive segment, Asian Carmakers Corporation (ACC), the official importer and distributor of BMW vehicles in the Philippines, will be holding its biggest event for the year, the BMW XPO 2013, from October 4-6.