What’s a better way to sell the Subaru WRX STI? Forget the usual ad campaigns. Subaru of America put on a different spin on things with The Ride of Her Life short film that features the 2015 (2014 for us) Subaru WRX STI. It’s certainly a very campy take with drifts, donuts, and a whole lot of ham. It’s even produced by “DoubleURXXX Productions”. Go figure. Happy weekend everyone!
April 4, 2014
Video: The Ride of Her Life
What’s a better way to sell the Subaru WRX STI? Forget the usual ad campaigns. Subaru of America put on a different spin on things with The Ride of Her Life short film that features the 2015 (2014 for us) Subaru WRX STI. It’s certainly a very campy take with drifts, donuts, and a whole lot of ham. It’s even produced by “DoubleURXXX Productions”. Go figure. Happy weekend everyone!
April 3, 2014
MIAS 2014: The Icon Returns: Volkswagen Beetle Returns to Manila (w/ Complete Specs)
Automobile Central Enterprises, Inc., the official distributor of Volkswagen cars in the Philippines is finally celebrating the return of its most recognizable icon: The Beetle. No less than Fernando Zobel de Ayala and his brother Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala led the festivities at The Mind Museum at the Bonifacio Global City before the public unveil at the 2014 Manila International Auto Show.
MIAS 2014: Tata Ace and Super Ace (w/ Complete Specs)
Pilipinas Taj Autogroup is offering two light-duty commercial vehicles at the Manila International Auto Show, the Ace and the Super Ace.
MIAS 2014: Tata Xenon (w/ Complete Specs)
Stylish, efficient and reliable, the Xenon is a perfect blend of looks and performance. It lends a commanding presence on the road with its aggressive frontal styling, flared wheel arches, and alloy wheels. Available in both 4x2 and 4x4 drive options, the Xenon will come with two trim options- Premium and Economy.
MIAS 2014: Tata Manza INI (w/ Complete Specs)
Taking forward its luxurious lineage, the new Manza INI sets a new benchmark for sedan buyers in the mid-sized car segment with its plush interiors and state-of-the-art technology features. The car's contemporary stance is as easy on the eyes as it is dominant on the roads.
MIAS 2014: Tata Launches in Philippines Under Pilipinas Taj Autogroup
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MIAS 2014: Ford Previews 2015 Escape; Destined to Bring the Fight to Subaru Forester?
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MIAS 2014: Deliveries of Ford EcoSport Starts; Winner of Urban Discovery Campaign Announced
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Video: Most Epic Car Chase Scene, Period.
There are movie car chases and then there’s this. Coming from sygnan0’s YouTube channel is what could be the most epic car chase made in the history of film. It’s packed with action, explosions, and oddly enough, laughs. Don’t believe us? See for yourself.
April 2, 2014
CATS Motors Holds Summer Sale on Pre-Owned Mercedes, Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge
Enjoy the summer heat with an exclusive treat from CATS Motors Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles: premium pre-owned vehicles will be sold at incredibly marked-down prices for the month of April.
New Ecotec Engines Set to Debut in All-New Cruze; Benchmarked Against Ford's EcoBoost
Chevrolet is set to release its next-generation Ecotec engines which will form the core of the brand’s small displacement engines beginning with the all-new Chevrolet Cruze which launches in China this year. The new Ecotec engines are designed to be adoptable to different vehicle applications thereby reducing manufacturing complexity while offering leading efficiency, refinement, and durability.
MIAS 2014: Kia's P450,000 Picanto to Take Center Stage
With increased competition from its Japanese rivals, Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the exclusive distributor of Kia Motors in the Philippines isn’t about to take that sitting down. They’ve officially confirmed that the P 450,000 Kia Picanto 1.0 LX M/T will take center stage for the Korean brand at the 2014 Manila International Auto Show.
MIAS 2014: Volvo to Show Off 2014 Line-Up
Volvo Philippines has given us a sneak peek of their upcoming display at the 2014 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) that opens tomorrow, Thursday, April 3. Headlining their display is the all-new 2014 Volvo V40 Cross Country—a more rugged, more off-road friendly version of the V40 sport wagon.
Round 3 of 2014 National Drag Racing Championship Southern Series Takes Place April 5
Expect even more thrilling on track action this coming April 5 as the 2014 National Drag Racing Championship returns to the Batangas Racing Circuit Drag Strip for Round 3 of the Southern Series.
Caltex Opens Station in La Union
Just in time for summer, Chevron Philippines has announced the opening of its latest gasoline station in La Union—the Surf Capital of the Northern Philippines. Located along the National Highway near Pugo Junction, it’s perfectly situated for vacationers who plan to hit the beaches dotting from Agoo to San Fernando to Ilocos Norte. Motorists are assured of five-star quality fuel because of Caltex with Techron. Caltex La Union is owned and operated by Northern Star Energy and Fuel Distribution Corporation.
April 1, 2014
BMW Confirms X7 at Spartanburg Plant Expansion Ceremony
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Review: 2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost
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March 31, 2014
Toyota Motor Philippines Debuts All-New Yaris (w/ Complete Specs)
Shoulder pads, huge hair, and baggy pants—most of us have gone through at least one fashion trend that we’d rather forget today. Despite wearing outfits that would otherwise call the fashion police’s attention, dressing for fun’s sake is always in; it’s something that doesn’t go out of style. And ‘fun’ is the word that perfectly describes the all-new Yaris, Toyota’s newest sub-compact hatchback offering.
BREAKING NEWS: Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Acquires Ford Philippines Plant Site; Relocation Starts in 2015
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) announced that Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) has acquired a factory site from FORD MOTOR COMPANY (PHILIPPINES), INC. located in Laguna (Laguna Province). Following the relocation of MMPC's current headquarters/factory in Cainta (Rizal Province) to this site, vehicle production is set to begin in January 2015.
March 30, 2014
MIAS 2014: Rolls-Royce Manila to Introduce Wraith
Rolls-Royce Manila is set to add an additional vehicle to its existing portfolio: the one they deem to be the most dynamic, most powerful Rolls-Royce ever: the Wraith. Packing a 624 horsepower, 800 Nm V12 engine, the Wraith can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 4.4 seconds. And yet, it’s imbued with the all the qualities typical of Rolls-Royce: sumptuous, luxurious, and contemporary.
March 28, 2014
Could the Ford Fiesta ST Head to ASEAN and Philippines?
The Everest Concept certainly took the limelight at Ford’s display at the 2014 Bangkok International Motor Show. It’s deservingly so, because the almost-production ready 7-seater, three-row SUV is expected to bolster Ford’s SUV line-up.
Volksfest Happening this Weekend; The Best Time to Buy a Volkswagen
Been on the fence about getting a brand-new Volkswagen? Well, perhaps the Volksfest happening this weekend will help you out. From Saturday, March 29 to Sunday, March 30, Volkswagen is inviting everyone to its high-tech digitized showroom at the Bonifacio Global City (28th Street City Center, Bonifacio Global City) to experience Das Auto.
Video: Peugeot Teases Return to Dakar
Peugeot is showing off its latest motorsports foray: Dakar. The brand is no stranger to the dangerous rally winning it four times in a row from 1987-1990. And though the French brand has taken their time to dust off its rally boots, they’re doing so with seasoned Dakar veteran and 2010 winner Carlos Sainz and five-time Dakar motorbike winner Cyril Despres who will now compete in the car category. Peugeot’s challenger is officially called the 2008 DKR and is loosely based on their 2008 crossover.
Hyundai Receives Prestigious Red Dot Design Awards for All-New Genesis, New-Generation i10
Shell Announces V-Power Nitro+ Trip to Italy Promo Winner
In celebration of its 100th year in the country, Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corp. welcomes 2014 with 100 lucky winners of amazing and exclusive prizes of the Trip to Italy promo launched last year.
March 25, 2014
Motorsports in Their Blood: PGA Cars Holds Driving Experience, Inaugurates the Audi-Porsche Motorsports Lounge
PGA Cars, the exclusive distributor of Audi and Porsche, among other luxury marques, treated some customers to try out their precision machines in the safety of a racetrack. For a day, the Clark International Speedway became a high-speed playground as it hosted the PGA Cars Driving Experience—the first of many according to PGA Cars Sales Director Mr. Lito Jose.
Teachers, Students Join Caltex in Fight Against TB
Forty two teachers out of 48 and 27 out of 476 students from ERDA Technical and Vocational High School in Pandacan, Manila will soon be educating their own classmates, co-teachers, families, and neighbors through classroom talks, community seminars, and house visits as qualified trainers in tuberculosis (TB) awareness in their community. The volunteers were trained and certified as part of “Caltex Labanan ang TB para Tsuper Healthy.” This multi-awarded TB awareness campaign created by Caltex marketer, Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), is designed to raise awareness and bust myths about TB in partnership with city health offices in Manila, Makati and Quezon City.
Bangkok Motor Show 2014: Ford Everest Concept Unveiled for ASEAN Market, Inches Towards Production
The Ford Everest Concept takes center stage at Ford’s sprawling pavilion at the 35th Bangkok International Motor Show showing the Blue Oval’s commitment to a product-led transformation that promises segment-leading global vehicles for Thailand as well as the ASEAN region.
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