May 21, 2015
Isuzu Philippines Posts 54 Percent Growth Amidst Slowing Car Demand in April
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) continues its growth with a 54 percent increase in the first four months as it reached 6,369 units compared to the 4,154 units in the same period last year – in spite of a 25 percent decline in April.
Filed Under:
Isuzu Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
May 19, 2015
UPDATED: Ford Philippines Reveals 2015 Everest Specs, Model Variants, and Pricing
UPDATE 1: The brochure is now available below the break (5/24).
Breaking news! Stop the presses. And stop that SUV purchase for that matter—well, at least until September. Ford Philippines has finally unveiled the Philippine specifications, model variants, and pricing of the all-new 2015 Everest at its dynamic launch. After its global reveal in Beijing, its regional launch at the Bangkok International Motor Show and MIAS, you think you have everything you need to know about the Ford Everest. Except for the price. So, allow us to enlighten you. Read on.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Ford Everest,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
Toyota Motor Philippines Hits 1 Million Cumulative Sales Mark
Last April 2015, Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) registered a total of 9,467 units for the said month. This has brought the number one automotive company in the country to break the one million sales mark. Based on the most recent Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) report, Toyota recorded 1,000,468 units since it started operations back in 1989.
Filed Under:
News,
Toyota Corporate
2016 Chevrolet Camaro Revives Muscle Car Wars
The muscle car battle is now hitting a renaissance as Chevrolet dropped the bomb on the all-new, sixth-generation Camaro. It promises to have higher levels of performance, technology, and refinement thanks to a top-down change.
Filed Under:
Chevrolet Camaro,
News
Isuzu Brings "Fiesta Fair" to Dealerships Nationwide
Come and enjoy a day of fun as the country’s leader in diesel engine technology brings you a four-month long celebration dubbed as the “Isuzu Fair” which will run from today up to September 26, 2015 on its dealerships nationwide.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Isuzu Corporate,
News
Review: 2015 Suzuki Swift 1.2 A/T
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Sub-Compact,
Suzuki Swift
May 15, 2015
Subaru Sponsors Alaska Cycle Philippines 2015
Motor Image Pilipinas Inc. (MIPI), the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the country has partnered with Sunrise Events, Inc., the exclusive events organizer for the Alaska Cycle Philippines 2015 to be held at the Mall of Asia Grounds from May 15 – 17, 2015.
Filed Under:
Events,
News,
Subaru Corporate
Toyota and Mazda Team Up to Make Better Cars
Toyota Motor Corporation and Mazda Motor Corporation entered an agreement to build a mutually beneficial long term partnership. By leveraging the resources of both companies to complement and enhance each other’s products and technologies, the partnership will result in more appealing cars that meet the diverse needs and tastes of customers all over the world.
Filed Under:
Mazda Corporate,
News,
Toyota Corporate
Volkswagen Philippines Partners with Ayala Foundation on 2nd Child Welfare CSR Project
Parallel to the Child Safety Initiative (CSI) campaign announced at the last Manila International Auto Show, Volkswagen Philippines embarks on yet another corporate social responsibility (CSR) project geared towards children’s welfare with a donation of violins and cellos to the pupils of the Center of Excellence in Public Elementary Education (CENTEX) in Tondo, Manila.
Filed Under:
CSR,
News,
Volkswagen Corporate
May 12, 2015
Review: 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Sports Sedan,
Volkswagen Golf
May 11, 2015
Subaru to Hold Kansha Festival on May 18 to 24 at All Dealerships Nationwide
Motor Image Pilipinas Inc. (MIPI), the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the country, along with its authorized dealers nationwide invites its valued customers to celebrate with us the much awaited Kansha Festival on May 18 – 24, 2015. Also known as Subaru customer appreciation week, the Kansha Festival is originally a celebration adapted from the Japanese “Kinro Kansha no Hi” or Labor Thanksgiving Day.
Filed Under:
Events,
News,
Subaru Corporate
Total Introduces High-Performance Diesel in the Philippines
Total Philippines recently introduced an addition to the innovative Excellium product line: Total Excellium Diesel. This new generation formula cleans and protects the engine, significantly reduces carbon emissions, and improves fuel economy to fit motorists’ daily driving allowance.
Philippines is First Country with a Dedicated Framework for Ridesharing
Fifteen months ago, Uber launched in the Philippines and transformed the way people move around Metro Manila with a safer, more reliable and efficient transportation option. Metro Manila quickly became one of Uber’s fastest growing markets with an amazing response from the driver and rider communities who embraced Uber’s innovative technology.
Filed Under:
News,
Uber Corporate
May 10, 2015
Mitsubishi Mirage Metro Challenge is On!
Putting the Mitsubishi Mirage, Mirage G4, and their class-leading features to the test yet again, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation conducts the first-ever Mitsubishi Mirage Metro Challenge. Celebrity team leaders with two other college student teammates form six teams of three to go against each other in the hopes of winning and being dubbed as the first Mitsubishi Mirage Metro Challenge Champions. Celebrity team leaders include the beautiful actress, Ellen Adarna; rock legend, Rico Blanco; actor and singer, Markki Stroem; volleyball superstar, Gretchen Ho; internet action star, Ramon Bautista; and the lovely Cheats lead singer, Saab Magalona.
Filed Under:
Events,
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News
Michelin's Right2Race Online Game Returns with Pilot Experience Drive Prize
The Right 2 Race (R2R) online game promo from Michelin is back! And winners from select countries get the chance to join the Michelin Pilot Sport Experience (MPSE), a much-awaited motorsport event, in Sepang International F1 Circuit in Malaysia.
Toyota Vios Cup in Cebu: Location and Schedule Revealed for May 16-17
This summer, the number one automotive company in the country brings the full waku-doki experience to the Queen City of the South – Cebu City! Race 2 of the much-acclaimed One Make Race in the country will be held for the first time in the Visayas region wherein gearheads and car fans can witness what waku-doki is all about! Scheduled on Saturday to Sunday, May 16 - 17, local motorsports will be driven into newer heights with 4 incoming Cebu-based racers now making a total of 44 drivers in the said racing event.
Filed Under:
Events,
Motorsports,
News,
Toyota Corporate,
Toyota Vios Cup
May 7, 2015
First BYD Taxi Hits Manila's Streets
SOLAR Transport Automotive Resources Corp., (STAR Corp.), the exclusive distributor of BYD vehicles in the Philippines, recently announced their partnership with World Transport for their Taxi Fleet.
Filed Under:
BYD Corporate,
News
Visa and Caltex Announce Winner of MINI Raffle
A lucky HSBC Visa credit card holder is now a proud owner of a brand-new Mini Cooper A/T after being drawn as the winner of Visa and Caltex’s “Win Big with a Mini” raffle promo.
Kia and Rafael Nadal Continue Partnership for Another Five Years
Kia Motors has announced today that tennis superstar Rafael (‘Rafa’) Nadal has committed to continuing his role as the Korean auto maker’s global brand ambassador for another five years.
Filed Under:
Kia Corporate,
News
National Drag Racing Championship to Host Southern Series Finale at Batangas Racing Circuit
After three action-packed rounds, the National Drag Racing Championship (NDRC) is finally ready to close the 2015 Southern Series this May 9 at the Batangas Racing Circuit (BRC).
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News
May 5, 2015
First Drive: Honda Mobilio 1.5 CVT
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Entry-Level MPV,
Honda Mobilio,
Travel
May 2, 2015
Hyundai Philippines Aims to Return to Compact Crossover Form with All-New Tucson (w/ Specs)
Hyundai is showing off a bolder, more sophisticated, and technologically rich compact crossover in the all-new Tucson. A constant best-seller in its line-up, the all-new 2015 Tucson combines a bold and athletic exterior with a stylish and ergonomic interior. All in all, Hyundai is confident of getting back its leadership in the segment.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact SUV,
Hyundai Tucson,
News
Hyundai Philippines Preview i20 Cross Sport (w/ Specs)
Photos by Ulysses Ang and Hyundai Press |
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact Crossover,
Hyundai i20,
News
Hyundai Opens Green Logistics Center in Calamba, Laguna
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) strengthens its presence in the country by inaugurating its new Hyundai Logistics Center (HLC), a new and state-of-the-art facility that’s the first green-certified vehicle logistics hub in the Philippines. In addition, the Hyundai Logistics Center is reflective of Hyundai Motor Company’s new Modern Premium brand identity and a proof of its commitment to sustainable motoring.
Filed Under:
Feature,
Hyundai Corporate,
News
May 1, 2015
Hajime Koso is Isuzu Philippines's New President
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) formally introduced their new company president at a simple but poignant turnover ceremony at the Solaire Resort and Casino in Pasay City. Mr. Hajime Koso replaces Mr. Nobuo Izumina as IPC’s president, who will be assigned as the Director of Isuzu Body Corporation, an affiliate of Isuzu Motors Limited (IML).
Filed Under:
Isuzu Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Vent It Out Friday: Motorsports is About the Men, Not the Machines
I have a confession to make: with the exception of Formula One, I’m not anymore a huge motorsports fan. Often enough, it’s riddled with enough layers of bureaucratic red tape and/or politics that it has the makings more of a banana republic government than it does a top-tier professionally run sport. And before you say it, I feel the same way with the modern area of Formula One as well. That’s why I’ve tuned out since 2011, favoring NSFW YouTube channels rather than F1 as my main source of manly entertainment.
Filed Under:
Feature,
Motorsports
April 28, 2015
UPDATED: Upping the Game: Honda Launches Mobilio for Philippines (w/ Specs)
UPDATE 2: Read our First Drive here (5/5).
UPDATE 1: Photos from the launch proper, more interior shots, and the spec sheet (5/1).
For a carmaker, a product’s importance falls in one of two categories: a halo model or a sales leader. And though everyone dreams of having the new NSX, Honda knows quite well that’s not going to sell in critical numbers here in the country or even globally. On the other hand, you have the all-new Mobilio, Honda’s first crack at the lucrative but highly competitive Asian Utility Vehicle (AUV) market. Single-handedly, it’s poised to be their make-or-break model. And by sticking true to the company’s philosophy of being engineering-centered, it looks like it’s going to be a winner.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Entry-Level MPV,
Honda Mobilio,
News
Review: 2015 Ford Escape 2.0 EcoBoost Titanium AWD
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Driver's Seat,
Ford Escape
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