The country’s premier grassroots motorsports event that’s “made for racers, by racers” - the GT Radial FlatOut Race Series (FORS) – is all geared up for an even bigger season this year.
March 7, 2016
GT Radial FlatOut Race Series (FORS) All Set for Bigger 2016 Season
The country’s premier grassroots motorsports event that’s “made for racers, by racers” - the GT Radial FlatOut Race Series (FORS) – is all geared up for an even bigger season this year.
March 6, 2016
Mazda Opens Dealership in Pulilan, Bulacan
Berjaya Auto Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Mazda vehicles in the country, and the ANC Group of Companies, have collaborated to put up a brand new full-service showroom, service and parts facility in Pulilan, Bulacan. Mazda Pulilan is the latest addition to Mazda Philippines’ growing dealership network. Located along DRT Highway, Sto. Cristo, Pulilan, Bulacan, the 123-square meter showroom facility features four of the latest Mazda Skyactiv models available today.
Volvo Philippines Expands R-Design Offering
Volvo Philippines once again offers the market a selection of dynamic variants to choose from. Sporty and sophisticated, the R-Design editions of the nimble V40 Sportswagon, the Sleek S60 and the awe-inspiring XC60 are now available in Volvo showrooms nationwide.
Foton Philippines Growth on Course for 2020 Target
China’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, continues to assume an upward trajectory in the Philippines – capitalizing on the country’s increasingly robust economy to achieve its goal of breaching 20,000 in sales by 2020. Last year, Foton Philippines sold 25 percent more vehicles, moving nearly 4,000 units.
BMW Philippines Launches All-New 7 Series
BMW has officially launched the newest generation of its flagship model, the 7 Series, in the Philippine market, securing the German luxury carmaker’s reputation as the leader in ground-breaking features and contemporary design. Driven by cutting-edge technology, the all-new 7 Series is available solely in the 740Li guise with the 750Li available upon order.
March 4, 2016
First Drive: 2016 Toyota Fortuner 2.4 V and 2.4 G 4x2
There are people who’re blindly loyal to the Toyota Fortuner and there are those who’ll end up buying one anyway. Such is the power of Toyota’s Pickup-based Passenger Vehicle or PPV since its market introduction in 2005. It has revolutionized the industry, offering an American-style 7-seater mid-sized SUV for the price of a compact crossover. And though some of its competitors offered a good fight, the Fortuner remained the top choice whether or not it was considered matagtag (stiff riding) or not. Now that a second generation model is upon is, is the 2016 Fortuner all that you wanted? More importantly, is it still matagtag?
Hyundai is Official Mobility Partner of Shell Eco-marathon Asia 2016
Car enthusiasts dream of driving the most iconic cars in their lifetime, but car innovators dream of designing and building cars that will be remembered for several lifetimes; cars that are energy-efficient and environment-friendly, and cars that make a difference. To pave the way for these breakthroughs, Hyundai is sharing the stage with Shell anew through the Shell Eco-marathon Asia 2016.
March 2, 2016
Porsche Philippines Unveils New 911 Carrera and Carrera S
Porsche Philippines unveiled the latest chapter in the 911 history: the new 991.2. Promising to combine performance and everyday usability to new heights, the new Carrera and Carrera S packs a turbocharged flat-6 reminiscent of the brand’s storied racing history making it the fastest 911 Carrera ever.
Subaru Produces 15 Millionth AWD Equipped Vehicle
Subaru announced that total production of its All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles has reached 15 million units. The milestone was achieved in the 44th year since FHI started producing AWD vehicles with the introduction of the Subaru Leone 4WD Estate Van in September 1972.
Isuzu Philippines Announces Winners of Drive Me Home Raffle Promo
Love is definitely all around for Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) as they have recently given away four D-MAX pick-up trucks and mu-X SUVs for their “Isuzu Drive Me Home Raffle Promo”.
Rolls-Royce Brings Phantom Production to an End
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Chief Executive Officer, Torsten Mueller-Oetvoes, has announced that the current Phantom will enter the last stages of its celebrated production in 2016. This announcement follows the recent news that Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has begun testing its all-new aluminium architecture, which will underpin every future Rolls-Royce arriving in-market from early 2018.
Ford Forza Triathlon Team Refueled for 2016
Ford Philippines recently announced their renewed year-long partnership with the Ford Forza Triathlon team during the Ford Forza 2016 Refuel, an event celebrating the team’s accomplishments in 2015 and introducing new members adding to the diverse roster of talented athletes at B Hotel in Quezon City.
Philippine Car Price Guide: February-March 2016
Obviously, this update is a tad late for February. Of course, there’s good reason for it: we had to wait for Toyota to drop the Innova bombshell. Aside from the MPV everyone seems to love, here are the other updates for this month’s Philippine Car Price Guide.
- Aston Martin – NEW ENTRY
- BYD – Price Update
- Ford Explorer – NEW ENTRY
- Honda Pilot – NEW ENTRY
- Hyundai Elantra – NEW ENTRY
- Kia Grand Carnival (11-Seater) – NEW ENTRY
- Mahindra – NEW ENTRY
- Mazda2 1.5 S – NEW ENTRY
- Mazda3 – Price Update
- Toyota Innova – NEW ENTRY
March 1, 2016
Suzuki Opens Two New Dealerships in Cebu
It is another promising year for Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH) as the only integrated automobile and motorcycle company in the country adds two branches to its long roster of newly-opened dealerships: the Suzuki Auto South Cebu, and the SM Seaside City Satellite, both in Cebu City. Last year’s rapid expansion of the automobile brand saw more than 10 new dealership launches, which the company hopes to top this 2016.
Caltex Fuel Your School Scores Recognition in AmCham CSR Excellence Awards
Caltex Fuel Your School (FYS), a collaborative program wherein senior-ready public schools, motorists and Caltex retailers, work together to provide quality classroom project materials in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) subjects, is feted as the grand prize winner in the “Improving Quality and Access to Education” category in the recent AmCham CSR Excellence Awards. It is estimated that at least 600 public school teachers and 102,000 public high school students will benefit from the FYS donation.
Volkswagen Quezon Avenue Offers Financing Deals on First Year Anniversary
As Volkswagen Quezon Avenue celebrates its first anniversary, the dealership that caters to northern Metro Manila customers offers financing promos for select Volkswagen vehicles for a limited period.
Foton Solidifies Support to Development of Filipino Athletes
Foton Motor Philippines, has further widened its commitment to the development of Filipino athletes by supporting the San Sebastian College Athletics program.
Review: 2016 Subaru Levorg 1.6 GT-S
Frankly, it’s hard to classify what the Subaru Levorg is. Subaru calls it a compact sports tourer which is marketing speak for: We can’t decide if it’s a compact car, a sports sedan, or a wagon, so we’ll just blend it all together. And true enough, the recipe of the Levorg is largely that: a front-end shared with the WRX, a dashboard similar to that of an XV, and the trunk space comparable to that of a Forester. And while this amalgam of Legacy + Revolution + Touring sounds as disastrous as “Aldub”, the resulting car is actually quite good. It’s excellent. It’s a gamble that’s paid off handsomely for Subaru.
February 29, 2016
All You Need to Know About the 2016 Toyota Innova (w/ Complete Specs)
You’ve already read our first impressions on the all-new Toyota Innova. Now, it’s time to sit down and take a closer look at this new IMV addition. On this page, you can get all the specs, details, and much more. We’ll save you the hassle of having to click through different pages and/or links.
SPMJ Award to Boost Community Projects
The significant gains quietly established by the corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects of the automotive companies will be given the recognition they deserve soon to encourage more efforts to help communities around the country.
The Society of Philippine Motoring Journalists (SPMJ) has taken this task as its new advocacy to strengthen community service in the motoring industry. Unknown to many, automotive companies have engaged in various CSR projects that after years of quiet work, have established many success stories in the communities. The projects have revolved around the preservation of the environment, education and training, and community development.
The Society of Philippine Motoring Journalists (SPMJ) has taken this task as its new advocacy to strengthen community service in the motoring industry. Unknown to many, automotive companies have engaged in various CSR projects that after years of quiet work, have established many success stories in the communities. The projects have revolved around the preservation of the environment, education and training, and community development.
Ford Everest Achieves ASEAN NCAP's 5-Star Safety Rating
Ford Motor Company today announced that the all-new Everest SUV earned a maximum 5-star safety rating from the ASEAN New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), achieving the highest score for Adult Occupant Protection in its segment at 15.38/16 points. The Everest also received 4-star rating in its Child Occupant Protection (COP) with 81 percent compliance.
Kia Family Service Clinic Kicks Off
For years, Kia has brought its signature Family-like Care service closer to people via its nationwide service caravans. This year, Kia is once again at the forefront of providing service and fun, rolled into one, for its loyal customers.
Select Honda Models from 2011-2014 Affected by Takata Airbag Problem
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) calls for a voluntary preventive measure campaign for select Jazz (2012-2013), City (2012-2014) and CR-V (2011) sold in the country due to a suspected defect in the driver’s airbag inflator.
February 28, 2016
First Drive: 2016 Toyota Innova 2.8 G
Toyota is serious about their Innovative Multipurpose Vehicle or IMV that a team of its senior engineers circled the globe and listened to customers, including those from the Philippines, to find out what their vehicles go through. Armed with this knowledge, the result is the much-improved second-generation IMV capping off with the most-awaited iteration of them all: the all-new 2016 Innova.
February 24, 2016
Volvo is Going Beyond the Numbers
In terms of pure numbers, 2015 wasn’t such a rosy year for Scandinavian Motors Corporation (Volvo Philippines). Though the Philippine automotive market grew substantially last year, the premium car brand saw a single-digit percentage drop in sales attributed to the company’s non-participation in sales discount bonanzas known as “APEC”. And yet, there’s no pressure from the regional office to deliver four-digit unit sales annually. Instead, it’s all about delivering an immeasurable customer experience that cannot be matched by the competition.
February 23, 2016
Honda Cars Philippines Officially Launches All-New 2016 Pilot (w/ Specs)
Just a year after its launch in the North American market, Honda Cars Philippines welcomes the arrival of its first-class SUV: the Pilot back to the Philippines. After some teasing, it arrives and befitting its name, the 8-seater Pilot returns packed with more horses under the hood, more convenience features, more tech, and a substantially raised price tag as well.
Zoren and Mavy Legaspi are New Chevrolet Brand Ambassadors
Leading car manufacturer Chevrolet recently named the newest ambassadors to proudly carry the company’s signature bowtie brand.
With the company going full throttle, the brand focuses on the family oriented nature of its automotive line by choosing celebrity father and son Zoren Leagspi and Maverick Legaspi to be the new faces of Chevrolet.
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