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March 11, 2016

Toyota Wants You to Have a Worry-Free Summer


Summer has officially arrived and what better way to enjoy this yearly vacation by heading on to your next summer destination! Have a worry-free journey by making sure that your vehicle is in tip-top shape.

MINI Philippines Launches 2016 Clubman: It's MINI All Grown Up (w/ Video)


MINI Philippines showed off a more grown-up, more sophisticated side when it unveiled the all-new Clubman. Set to make waves in the premium compact segment, the 2016 Clubman offers MINI’s highest levels of practicality, long-distance sustainability, versatility, and ride comfort.

Goodyear Reinvents the Wheel with Spherical Tire Concept


Following up their tire concepts at Geneva last year that focused on electric vehicles, Goodyear is now showing off what role tires could play with autonomous cars. At this year’s Geneva International Motor Show, Goodyear showed off two new tire concepts: the Goodyear Eagle-360 and Goodyear Intelligrip.

March 10, 2016

Toyota Vios Cup Season 3 Kicks Off this March 19


Forty-five individual teams and nine celebrity racers will troop to the Clark International Speedway on March 19 as the country’s biggest motorsports event kicks off for Season 3. Fueled by the best-selling vehicle in the country, the 2016 Vios Cup promises more wheel-to-wheel action. Apart from the growing number of racers, this season sees an all-new racing category and possible new venues.

Foton Quezon Avenue Opens


United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI), the official distributor of Foton vehicles on the Philippines has officially added Foton Quezon Avenue to its list of dealerships in the Philippines.

Honda Celebrates Easter with "EGGciting Surprise" Campaign


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) kicks off the month with Honda’s EGGciting Surprise Campaign for customers who will inquire, reserve, and purchase a brand new Honda vehicle from now to March 27, 2016.

Tata Motors Opens in Cebu


Pilipinas Taj Autogroup Inc. (PTAJ), the exclusive distributor of Tata Motors Passenger Cars and Commercial Vehicles in the Philippines, continues to grow nationwide through its newest Tata Cebu dealership, inaugurated this March 9, 2016 and graced by the presence of the honorable Gov. Hilario Davide III and Mandaue City Mayor Jonas Cortes.

Get Lucky with Kia Pic A Forte


Graduation season is fast approaching and Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the exclusive distributor of Kia vehicles in the Philippines, got the perfect reward for your new graduates!

From now to April 30, 2016, all Kia Picanto buyers get a chance to win and drive home an all-new Kia Forte Koup through the Kia Pic a Forte raffle promo.

March 8, 2016

Review: 2016 Porsche Cayenne 3.0 V6 TDI


Die-hard Porsche fans must have screamed in horror when the Cayenne first launched in 2002. But over the years, it has become accepted, turning into one of the brand’s best-selling models and unashamedly the reason why Porsche could make even better 911’s. Some 13 years and a model generation later, Porsche has tweaked and polished the formula delivering the same technical tour-de-force you’ve come to expect out of Stuttgart’s stable. And just as fans have warmed up to it, Porsche plops in a diesel; a diesel-powered Porsche SUV? Sacrilegious? Hardly.

March 7, 2016

Subaru Shows Off All-New Vehicle Platform


Forget their outlandish concepts of late, this is single-handedly the most important piece of Subaru’s future: the Subaru Global Platform. Currently under development, this all-new vehicle architecture will underpin all of Subaru’s next-generation vehicles.

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.