The all-new Ford Transit 15-passenger wagon makes its debut in the United States and Canada with the industry’s only five-row side-curtain airbag.
June 26, 2014
Further with Ford 2014: Ford Debuts Industry's First Five-Row Side-Curtain Airbag
The all-new Ford Transit 15-passenger wagon makes its debut in the United States and Canada with the industry’s only five-row side-curtain airbag.
Further with Ford 2014: Ford and Fisher-Price Take F-150 to a New Dimension
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| Photo by Ulysses Ang |
12 Iconic Vehicles to Showcase Evolution of PHL Auto Industry at 5th PIMS
The 5th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) will treat this year’s visitors to an exclusive tour of the local motoring history with an exhibit of 12 iconic vehicles to highlight this year’s theme “Progress in Motion”.
Organized by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI), the country’s premiere automotive exhibition will showcase a rare collection of automobiles from the 1950’s to the 2010’s that shaped the automotive landscape of the country in the last 60 years.
Toyota Reveals Exterior, Japan Price of Revolutionary Fuel Cell Car
Toyota Motor Corporation has revealed the exterior design and Japan pricing of its hydrogen fuel cell sedan, first unveiled as a concept at the Tokyo Motor Show last year.
The car will launch in Japan before April 2015, and preparations are underway for launches in the U.S. and European markets in the summer of 2015.
Honda Accessory Corner Now Open in Selected Dealerships
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), Honda’s automobile business unit in the Philippines, inaugurates Official Honda Accessory Corner business in two pilot dealers Honda Cars Greenhills (HCGH) and Honda Cars San Pablo (HCSP) .
June 25, 2014
Further with Ford 2014: All-New Global Ford Edge Makes Debut
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| Photos by Ulysses Ang |
2014 Honda Jazz vs the Competition
June 24, 2014
UPATED: Different Lives, One Car: All-New 2014 Honda Jazz Launched (w/ Complete Brochure)
UPDATE 1: See how the 2014 Honda Jazz stacks up against the competition (6/25).
Honda Cars Philippines is continuing its product-led comeback with the release of the all-new, third-generation Jazz—the sub-compact hatchback that promises to be the only car you need for all the lives you need. Dynamically styled with an intelligently designed interior, the all-new Jazz also promises to be one of the sportiest, most fuel-efficient cars in its segment.
2014 Auto Focus People's Choice Awards Voting to Start July 1
Eagerly awaited by both the motoring public and the automobile industry, Sunshine Television (STV) will again launch its annual awards program to seek out the Philippines’ most popular automobiles. The 3-month public poll for the Auto Focus People’s Choice Awards (AFPCA) gets underway on July 1, 2014 with a banner field of candidate models vying for much-coveted honors.
Review: 2014 Tata Xenon 4x2 DLE M/T
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| Photos by Ulysses Ang |
June 22, 2014
The New Original: 2014 MINI Launched (w/ Specs)
The Mona Lisa, The Beatles, The MINI—how do you improve on the original? This is a common conundrum facing instantly recognizable, unequivocal classics. In the case of the MINI, a car with a long and storied history, they have taken not just the car’s DNA, but its very spirit and crafted something new and yet familiar at the same time. It begins with a clean sheet design where each and every surface is made sleeker and curvier. And then, it goes to the interior, with a new man-machine interface that puts the driver in unparalleled control. Finally, under the body, a new drivetrain developed from the ground-up to give the most smiles per kilometer. In short, to say that the 2014 MINI is all-new is an understatement; yet a passing glance is enough to say, this is a MINI through and through. Meet the all-new MINI, the new original.
Honda Cars Makati Group Announce Extended Store Hours
Fueled by the drive to continually create customer experiences that truly matter, Ayala-owned Honda Cars Makati, Inc. (HCMI) has come up with several means and ways to attend to the needs and requirements of its customers at their utmost convenience.
Toyota Motor Philippines Now at 43 Dealerships Strong
The number one automotive company in the country, Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMPC), continues to focus its efforts in genuine customer service as seen in its dealer expansion this 2014. Just this month, the company opened two (2) new dealerships in Puerto Princesa, Palawan and Taytay, Rizal ready to serve its customers in nearby areas. To date, Toyota’s network of dealerships has already reached 43 and this number is expected to increase further by the end of the year.
June 20, 2014
Kia's Peter Schreyer Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Peter Schreyer, President and Chief Design Officer of Kia Motors Corporation and Hyundai Motor Group, has received the prestigious Lifetime Design Achievement Award from EyesOn Design.
June 19, 2014
Michelin and Audi Rekindle Success at 24 Hours of Le Mans
Michelin and their team-up with the Audi Sport Team proved fruitful yet again with a one-two triumph at the grueling 24 Hours of Le Mans. Both the new Audi R18 e-tron Quattro racecars were fitted with a new type of Michelin racing tires.
Suzuki Owners Get Free Help Against the Rains
The rains are here and Suzuki is helping its customers prepare their cars for the floods and traffic. Suzuki Philippines, the only integrated automobile and motorcycle company in the country, is offering Free Check-Up Service Campaign to its loyal customers. On June 20 and 21, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Suzuki customers in Quezon City can avail of the free 23-point car check-up during the Suzuki @ Work service camp at Suzuki Auto Commonwealth.
Video: Chevrolet Cars Star in Transformers: Age of Extinction
Once again, Chevrolet is starring in one of this year’s most awaited and biggest movies: Transformers: Age of Extinction. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this trailer courtesy of the folks from Chevrolet Philippines.
Transformers: Age of Extinction will show in Philippine cinemas on June 25.
Experience the World of Joy: BMW Philippines Sending Some Lucky Owners to BMW World 2014 in Singapore
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 sending lucky BMW buyers to the BMW World 2014, the biggest single-brand motor show, to be held at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore.
Goodyear Offers Safety Tips for Driving this Rainy Season
Rainy weather and wet roads demand greater care and precaution whilst driving. Just a few meters may make that significant difference you need to avoid an accident.
June 18, 2014
Chery Cars Philippines: Promoting Mobility for All
Chery Cars Philippines aims to empower wage and salary workers so that they can have their own vehicles or start their own businesses through easy loan access.
Honda Cars Philippines Receives 2,500 Reservations on All-New City
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), reaches 2,500 All New City reservations since the introduction of the model last April 22. Accumulated All New City reservations in just a month signals how HCPI’s primary model has successfully set new standards in the subcompact category.
Triumph at Le Mans: Audi Takes 13th Victory, Beats Porsche and Toyota
In front of nearly 300,000 spectators, Audi continued its unique string of victories in the Le Mans 24 Hours. In the 82nd running of the world’s most important endurance race, Marcel Fässler/André Lotterer/Benoît Tréluyer (CH/D/F) and Lucas di Grassi/Marc Gené/Tom Kristensen (BR/E/DK) made for a one-two Audi victory.
June 17, 2014
Review: 2014 Mazda3 2.0 Skyactiv
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| Photos by Ulysses Ang |
June 16, 2014
Philippine Car Price Guide: May-June 2014
Sorry for the delay—admitted it was us slacking off. No actually, it’s been a very busy May for us so we forgot to post the Philippine Car Price Guide. Anyway, we’re making up for it by combining it with the June edition.
Here’s a quick rundown on the newest additions and updates this month:
Here’s a quick rundown on the newest additions and updates this month:
- BMW X5
- Chevrolet Spin (price increase)
- Ford Everest (price decrese)
- Ford Ranger (new variants)
- Honda Civic Modulo and MUGEN
- Hyundai (various model variant and price adjustments)
- Mazda2 1.3 Speed
- Mazda6 Skyactiv (price increase)
- Mazda CX-5 Pro (price increase)
- Mitsubishi Lancer EX 1.6 MX (price increase)
- Nissan (model adjustments)
- Suzuki Ertiga
- Suzuki Swift
Special Discounts on Volkswagen Jetta and Tiguan Models to End Soon
Now is the best time to catch the Volkswagen Jetta and Tiguan as the limited introductory offer draws to an end. The two models from Volkswagen’s stable will revert to its original pricing by 30 June 2014, so this is the perfect moment to purchase a Volkswagen with the Jetta being offered at P1,098,000 and the Tiguan at P1,990,000.
AVID Sales Surge 23 Percent in May
The Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors (AVID) racked up sales that totaled 3,217 units in May, reflecting 23% year-on-year growth from the 2,615 units posted in the same month last year. Enjoying sustained double-digit growth since the start of the year, AVID saw its year-to-date sales up by 16% to a total of 14,929 units.
4 Schools Benefit in Chevron's "Brigada Eskwela"
Termite-infested walls, leaky ceilings, rusted roofs, faulty electrical outlets and dilapidated bathrooms. These were some of the conditions that 132 volunteers consisting of employees and contractors from Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of the Caltex fuel and lubricants, and Chevron Holdings Inc. (CHI), a pioneer multi-functional shared services center, tackled on a simultaneous Brigada Eskwela effort in Laurel and Bayanan Elementary School in Batangas, San Agustin Elementary School in La Union and Tandayag Elementary School in Negros Oriental.
Portugal Sets Pace at Leg 1 of 2014 Philippine GT Championship
A total of 17 drivers lined-up on the grid at the first leg of the 2014 Yokohama Philippine Grand Touring Car Championship. Held last June 1 at the Batangas Racing Circuit, competitors were divided into four classes based on horsepower, with 2 cars racing in GT 300, 4 in GT 200, 9 in GT 150, and 2 in GT 100.
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