The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines or EVAP has gone through a lot during its six year of existence but it is nevertheless proud of its achievements.
May 19, 2016
Where Are E-Vehicles Deployed in the Philippines?
The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines or EVAP has gone through a lot during its six year of existence but it is nevertheless proud of its achievements.
May 18, 2016
Honda Cars Philippines Upgrades Accord for 2016
After showing off the much-awaited Civic compact sedan, Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. is now showing some love to its Accord executive sedan by offering it with a sharper exterior design and a host of new convenience and safety features.
May 17, 2016
Fill Up with Caltex, Win Tickets to X-Men: Apocalypse
Marvel fans are in for an exciting treat as Caltex with Techron gives them a chance to win passes for one of the most anticipated superhero prequel movies of the year, the X-Men: Apocalypse.
Toyota Vios Cup Set to Race in Filinvest, Alabang this May 21-22
The number one automotive brand in the Philippines is gearing up for the 2016 Vios Cup second leg slated on May 21 – 22 (Saturday-Sunday) at Filinvest City, Alabang in Muntinlupa City. After taking the heat to various locations across the country, Toyota has set its eyes in bringing the waku-doki motorsports experience back to Manila!
Everything You Need to Know About the KTM / Ayala Partnership
After some years of limited success and growth, KTM is jumping partners, going to bed this time with Ayala Automotive Holdings Corporation, a fully-owned subsidiary of Ayala Corporation. But what can we expect from this high-profile partnership? Well, read on.
42 Percent of Filipinos Say Traffic Sucks
A recent survey commissioned by Ford Motor Company in Asia-Pacific paints a dim picture of driving in the Philippines. Compared to our neighbors such as Vietnam, India, and Indonesia, where commuters have reported improvements to their daily commutes compared to last year, Filipinos are having it worse.
Review: 2016 Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLS Premium
Mid-sized SUVs are a necessary evil in the Philippines. Not only do they provide enough space to ferry the entire clan, but they provide the water wading capability so necessary for flood-prone streets. Yet, there are some who cannot accept them for their lack of driving dynamics and refinement. Enthusiasts were beginning to dismiss them until the all-new Mitsubishi Montero Sport arrived. Categorically, this is the best mid-sized SUV out there.
May 15, 2016
Challenge Your Creativity and Get the Chance to Win Tickets to X-Men: Apocalypse from Kia Philippines
Kia is challenging your creative chops for a chance to win premium movie tickets to X-Men: Apocalypse!
Snap the All-New Honda Civic and Get the Chance to Win an Apple Watch
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), Honda’s automobile business unit in the Philippines, conducts an All-New Civic Reborn Tour around select malls and Honda dealerships to allow customers to check out Honda’s newest icon from May 15, 2016 to June 12, 2016.
MINI Philippines Unveils 2016 MINI Cooper Convertible Models
It’s now much easier to bask in the sun with the help of the all-new MINI Convertible. Launched for the Philippine market, the only premium small car convertible comes available in two variants: the MINI Cooper Convertible S and MINI Cooper Works Convertible.
May 13, 2016
Mindanaoans Get a Taste of Volkswagen Starting this Weekend
Customers in Mindanao who have always wanted to check out Volkswagen vehicles need not make long trip to the nearest dealer. Volkswagen Philippines is set to extend its reach to its southern neighbors with special offers starting May 13 in various Mindanao malls.
Tata Super Ace is Now Readily Available
Pilipinas Taj Autogroup, Inc., the official distributor of Tata Vehicles in the country has announced the regularization of supply of its Super Ace Big Boy light-commercial truck. An integral part of Tata’s local line-up, the Super Ace is fast becoming an alternative to the ubiquitous Mitsubishi L300.
Volvo Philippines Holds Appreciation Night for EastWest Bank Clients
Volvo Philippines, in partnership with EastWest Bank and Diageo Philippines, held an exclusive VIP clients’ evening to offer their appreciation to the bank’s most elite clients. Held at the Volvo Philippines showroom, guests were welcomed by EastWest Bank Chief Operating Officer Mr. Jose Emmanuel Hilado and were treated to an evening of exciting cars, gastronomic delights and lively entertainment.
Ford Mustang is World's Best-Selling Sports Coupe
In its first year of global availability, Ford Mustang became the world’s best-selling sports coupe. Demand for the iconic pony car remains insatiable.
Nissan Philippines Adds New Variant to NP300 Navara Line-Up
Nissan adds a new variant to the 2015 Philippine Truck of the Year, the NP300 Navara, by introducing the Navara Sport Edition. This spruced up version of Nissan’s globally renowned pickup truck introduces new exterior and interior design elements that are targeted towards urbanites.
May 12, 2016
Nissan Motor Takes 34 Percent of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., will take a 34 percent stake in Mitsubishi Motors Corporation after the two companies signed a Basic Agreement today to form a strategic alliance between the two automakers. The deal, worth 237 billion yen is extending an existing partnership between Nissan and Mitsubishi under which the two companies have jointly collaborated for the past five years.
May 11, 2016
Happy 50th Birthday, Subaru Boxer!
Fuji Heavy Industries, the manufacturer of Subaru automobiles, is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its horizontally-opposed “Boxer” engine. And despite reaching its golden years, the Boxer engine isn’t slowing down one bit. It’s celebrating this milestone by scooping up yet another Ward’s 10 Best Engines of the Year: the 2.0-liter FA20DIT found in the Subaru WRX.
Mazda Produces One Millionth MX-5
Mazda’s plucky roadster reached a significant milestone as the company announced the production of the one millionth, yes the 1,000,000th unit of the MX-5 (or if you prefer its Japanese name, Roadster). The well-received, well-awarded two-seater roadster achieved this feat after 27 years and four generations.
Philippine Car Price Guide: May 2016
The height of summer brings some of the coolest new cars to hit the Philippine market. In this update of the Philippine Car Price Guide, we have some of the much-awaited new cars making their debut on the list. Also, any vehicle that’s clickable (with a link) brings you to our test drive or first drive of that particular variant. Now neat is that?
- Chevrolet Colorado (new variant)
- Ford Everest (price increase)
- Ford Explorer Sport (price increase)
- Great Wall Haval M4
- Honda Accord (price increase)
- Honda Brio Amaze (new variant)
- Honda City (price increase)
- Honda Civic
- Honda HR-V (price increase)
- Honda Jazz (price increase)
- Honda Mobilio (price increase)
- Honda Odyssey (price increase)
- Isuzu mu-X
- Kia Soul (new variant)
- Mazda6 Skyactiv-D
- Mazda CX-5 Skyactiv-D
- MINI Cooper Convertible
- Suzuki Ertiga
- Toyota Wigo (price increase)
- Volkswagen Golf
- Volkswagen Jetta
- Volkswagen Polo
Monster Jam is Coming Back to Manila on Father's Day
Last year, over 22,000 fans made history when Monster Jam entertained Pinoy fans of all ages. 2016 gets even bigger as Monster Jam returns to the Philippines on June 18 and 19 at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Michelin Practices Proper Air Inflation at Porsche "Dream SUV Drive" Event
Michelin boosted the Porsche Dream SUV Drive event on last April with its trademark road safety initiative called the Fill Up With Air campaign (FUWA).
May 10, 2016
Review: 2016 Mitsubishi Strada GLS Sport V A/T
It’s hard to understand why there’s little love for the all-new Mitsubishi Strada. Many dismissed it for the toothy chrome grille, but besides that, it’s a great performer. It may not spout the same sort of spec sheet worthy numbers like horsepower, torque, or water wading depth, but at the end of the day, the Strada simply works. So, it’s time to go beyond the cover (or in this case, the grille) and witness what could be the best everyday pickup truck.
May 9, 2016
2017 Chevrolet Colorado High Country vs 2016 Ford Ranger Wildtrak vs 2016 Nissan NP300 Navara
After being previewed as a concept in the Bangkok Motor Show, Chevrolet has finally pulled the wraps off the production version of the 2017 Colorado, a pickup which Chevy says offers greater performance, better safety, increased refinement, and segment-leading technology.
Will This Replace the Nissan Juke?
For all intents and purposes, you are looking at the Nissan Juke’s future replacement: meet the Kicks. Sounding like something only millenials could name, the Kicks isn’t a pair of sneakers. Instead, it’s an all-new small crossover designed for the global market. In fact, at its launch in Brazil, Nissan has confirmed that it will sell the Kicks in around 80 markets worldwide. Will the Philippines be a part of that? With left-hand drive assembly confirmed, that sounds very likely.
Ford Philippines Sales Jump 93 Percent Year-on-Year in April
Ford Philippines today reported an all-time record month with retail sales in April that soared 93 percent year-over-year to 3,152 units, led by strong demand for the Ranger pickup and all-new Everest, EcoSport, and Explorer SUVs.
May 8, 2016
Just How Fuel Efficient Are the New Toyota Fortuner, Innova, and Hilux?
Bringing out their second-generation IMV or Innovative Multipurpose Vehicle to its first long-distance road trip at the annual Toyota Road Trek, Toyota Motor Philippines took the opportunity to test the real-world fuel mileage provided by the new GD-series diesel and Dual VVT-i equipped TR-series gasoline engines.
Miss Universe Queens Ride in Style Aboard Porsche Cayenne
Reigning Miss Universe, Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach, was back in town recently to personally witness the crowning of the next batch of Binibining Pilipinas winners at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum – including her successor as Bb. Pilipinas-Universe, Maxine Medina.
Volvo is Official Cars for Chris Botti and Sting in Manila
World-renowned jazz trumpeter Chris Botti and rock legend Sting both rode in utmost luxury and class aboard the dynamic Volvo XC60 SUV and All-New Volvo 7-seater XC90 SUV during their Manila tour. Ensconced in legendary Volvo safety, they were also ferried around in well-appointed comfort as these Volvos served as their official transport. Both icons shared the stage at the Marriot Grand Ballroom in Resorts World Manila for their Up Close and Personal concert this March 2016.
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