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March 21, 2016

Suzuki Philippines Opens 3 New Dealerships

Suzuki Philippines, Inc. (SPH), the only integrated automobile and motorcycle company in the country, recorded one of the biggest sales growths in the industry last year with its massive 52 percent year-on-year growth and 10,000 retail sales, and aims to repeat this 2015 performance by carrying out successive dealership openings in 2016 starting this February.

Ford Philippines reported February sales that jumped 52 percent year-over-year to 2,671 units, led by the second best-ever sales month for the Everest, as well as the EcoSport, Ranger and Explorer.

Overall sales through February have now risen 51 percent, making Ford one of the fastest-growing auto brands in the country.

Subaru just let us drive the 2016 Forester. And before waiting for our first impressions on their substantially updated compact crossover, here’s a rundown on some details on what’s new and what’s not.

Volkswagen Quezon Avenue Goes to Baguio for Easter Road Show

Volkswagen Quezon Avenue, which recently celebrated its first anniversary, troops to Baguio City from March 22 to 27 for its Easter road show activity.

Foton Philippines Offers Free Vehicle Safety Check-Up This Holy Week

Foton Philippines commits to every motorist’s safety and convenience by launching a pre- and post-Holy Week service campaign.

As part of its aftersales program Foton Total Care, the brand ensures to improve every vehicle’s optimal performance during the holy week break. That is why from today until April 11, Foton will have their Holy Week service offerings for Foton owners planning vacations this season.

Foton Philippines’ Holy Week campaign reinforces a guarded drive by giving safety measures and reminders before heading out on the road. Moreover, it highlights a free 24-point vehicle safety inspection facilitated by the reliable assistance of professional service technicians in Foton dealerships nationwide.

Clients who will schedule an appointment on the given period will also receive FREE premium merchandise from FOTON PH.

March 18, 2016

Ferrari to Put Up Theme Park in Mainland China

Ferrari S.p.A., a wholly-owned Italian subsidiary of Ferrari N.V., Beijing Automotive Group Co., Ltd., and BAIC Eternaland Property Co., Ltd. have signed today a non-binding memorandum of understanding for the licensing of the design, construction and operation of a new Ferrari theme park to be located in one of the primary cities in Mainland China.

As the public prepares for an extended break and some well-deserved trips on Holy Week, Kia is gearing up for a different kind of road trip– that is, a service-oriented road trip.

Some say “walang forever.” For Hyundai, three years of warranty are not enough; even 4ever isn’t enough. Walang 4ever, because with Hyundai, there’s something even better: a 5ever, with Hyundai’s 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty coverage.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) sales remains strong as it concludes the month of February with total vehicle sales of 4,870 units. Based on the combined reports of Chamber of Automotive Manufacturer of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA), MMPC captured 19.4 percent market share keeping its strong number two position in the industry. MMPC’s January to February total sales volume grew by 33.1 percent compared to the same period last year. Total CAMPI sales for the 2-month period grew by 24.5 percent.

Honda Provides Roadside Assistance This Holy Week

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), organizes multiple Honda Emergency Assistance Teams (H.E.A.T.) across the country to offer on-site road assistance to all motorists this coming Holy Week. This annual program will be participated by twenty-four (24) Honda dealerships nationwide as part of HCPI’s public service and road safety advocacy.

Nissan Philippines Inc.’s (NPI) award-winning pickup, the Nissan NP300 Navara, celebrates its first year of ruling the Philippine road network.

UPDATE 1: The Ciaz is now available at all Suzuki dealerships nationwide (4/16).

Suzuki Philippines is entering the sub-compact sedan segment once more with the all-new Ciaz. Replacing the SX4 Sedan, the Ciaz is built on a platform that’s the longest and widest in its class. Apart from sheer size it offers European-inspired styling, a premium interior, and a host of upmarket features. An acronym which stands for “Comfort-Intelligence-Attitude-Zeal”, the Ciaz will be sold in three variants starting this April.

Ford is Only Automaker Named in World's Most Ethical Companies List

Ford Motor Company is the only automaker named a 2016 World’s Most Ethical Company by Ethisphere Institute today – a distinction that comes as ethics in business increasingly affects customers and their purchase decisions.

At fifty years old, the Ford Mustang has been everything: the object of fantasies, a movie star, a tuner’s dream, a status symbol—needless to say, it requires no introduction. Yet, this newest Mustang marks the biggest change to the pony car since generation one and for that, getting reacquainted is necessary. And it’s not simply because this new car trumps the old one, but it redefines what the Mustang is and successfully brings it to the modern era. Forget everything you know about the pony car. History is about to be re-written here.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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March 21, 2016

Suzuki Philippines Opens 3 New Dealerships

Ford Philippines February Sales Jump 52 Percent Thanks to All-New Everest

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March 20, 2016

Volkswagen Quezon Avenue Goes to Baguio for Easter Road Show

Foton Philippines Offers Free Vehicle Safety Check-Up This Holy Week

March 18, 2016

Ferrari to Put Up Theme Park in Mainland China

Worry-Free Holy Week Travels with Kia

Hyundai's 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty is an Industry First

Mitsubishi Montero Sport Tops Mid-sized SUV Sales in February

March 16, 2016

Honda Provides Roadside Assistance This Holy Week

Nissan Celebrates First Anniversary of NP300 Navara on Philippine Roads

UPDATED: Suzuki Philippines Introduces Ciaz (w/ Complete Specs)

March 15, 2016

Ford is Only Automaker Named in World's Most Ethical Companies List

Review: 2016 Ford Mustang 5.0 V8 GT Premium

March 11, 2016

Toyota Wants You to Have a Worry-Free Summer

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

Goodyear Reinvents the Wheel with Spherical Tire Concept

March 10, 2016

Toyota Vios Cup Season 3 Kicks Off this March 19

Foton Quezon Avenue Opens

Honda Celebrates Easter with "EGGciting Surprise" Campaign

Tata Motors Opens in Cebu

Get Lucky with Kia Pic A Forte

March 8, 2016

Review: 2016 Porsche Cayenne 3.0 V6 TDI

March 7, 2016

Subaru Shows Off All-New Vehicle Platform

GT Radial FlatOut Race Series (FORS) All Set for Bigger 2016 Season

March 6, 2016

Mazda Opens Dealership in Pulilan, Bulacan

Volvo Philippines Expands R-Design Offering

Foton Philippines Growth on Course for 2020 Target