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July 3, 2016

Kia Awards Forte Koup to Lucky Raffle Winner

Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC) recently awarded the winner of a brand-new Kia Forte Koup to Mr. Rene Gandeza, a businessman from Mataas Na Kahoy, Batangas. Mr. Gandeza purchased a Kia Picanto during Kia’s Pic-A-Forte raffle promo which ran from March 1 to April 30, 2016. The simple turnover ceremony happened last June 16 at Kia Batangas and now, Mr. Gandeza is the owner of both a Picanto and a Forte Koup.

The Philippine Car Price Guide: June-July 2016

Here’s the June-July 2016 edition of The Philippine Car Price Guide. Since there wasn’t much happening in way of car launches, this update focuses more on new variants and price adjustments. Before going further, take note that all Car Models that have links means we’ve driven them. At least you can also use this as a handy guide if you want to keep tabs on our test drives.

BMW (model updates)
Ford EcoSport (price adjustment)
Ford Fiesta (new variants)
Honda Accord
Honda Civic 1.8 E Modulo
Honda Odyssey
Hyundai Accent (price adjustment)
Hyundai Elantra (price adjustment)
Hyundai Starex (price adjustment)
Isuzu (model updates)
Mitsubishi ASX (price adjustment)
Mitsubishi Mirage G4 (price adjustment)
Mitsubishi Montero Sport (price adjustment)
Mitsubishi Pajero (price adjustment)
Nissan NP300 Navara (price adjustment, new variants)
Nissan NV350 Urvan (price adjustment)
Subaru XV (price adjustment)

Ridaz Luggage is the Perfect Carry-On for Car Nuts

Love cars and traveling at the same time? Do you have kids who share the same passion? Well, you might have found the perfect gift: Ridaz pull along travel cases.

Nissan’s unique “virtual-to-reality” racing series is back for a second season. The Nissan GT Academy Season 2 hopes to discover new racing talents who share one thing in common: they were discovered through playing the video game, Gran Turismo.

Petron and Honda Solidify Partnership

With a common goal to promote road safety and fuel efficiency, industry leaders Petron Corporation and Honda Cars Philippines Inc. (HCPI) have entered into a partnership to further enhance their promotional efforts and customer relations programs.

There are two ways you can make a successful small crossover: you can simply do what the others are doing, perhaps improve a thing or two in the recipe, or you can take an entirely different approach and chart your own path. There’s no question which direction Mazda is taking with its CX-3. Like how they’ve weaved their magic in the compact car segment with the Mazda3 and the sub-compact car segment with the Mazda2, the CX-3 focuses on the brand’s two key strengths: great to drive and look good doing so.

FedEx and Safe Kids Announce 2016 Road Safety Champion

FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp, the world’s largest express transportation company, and Safe Kids Philippines announced the “Young Road Safety Champion” during the 10th year celebration of National Safe Kids Week on June 23.

Off-road driving fans and other residents of Iloilo City were treated to extreme four-wheel fun as Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) staged from June 24 to 26 the Isuzu 4x4 Action Playground.

Review: 2016 Volvo XC90 D5 Momentum

For quite a while, Volvo was lost. After decades of trying to emulate the Germans, Volvo has finally said, f*ck it; there’s no way they can out-German the Germans. Beginning with the 2016 XC90, the company has come to embrace its Swedish roots and in the process, put a unique twist on luxury. This makes the XC90 one of the most refreshing premium SUVs in the market today.

Mazda Philippines Makes Maps Available for Local Units

There’s more good news from Mazda Philippines. After confirming the arrival of the CX-3 subcompact crossover sooner rather than later, Berjaya Auto Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Mazda vehicles in the country, is also rectifying the single and glaring missing thing on its vehicles equipped with the Mazda Connection infotainment system: GPS navigation. Yes, Mazda owners, you can now activate turn-by-turn navigation.

According to the Oxford Business Group, the construction and real estate development sectors make up around 20% of the Philippine economy, slightly ahead of manufacturing. Over the past few years, construction in the Philippines has been flourishing amid a climate of political stability and upbeat business sentiment, spurred by growth in overseas foreign worker remittances, inbound investments into business process outsourcing, rising numbers of tourist arrivals, and government spending on large- and small-scale infrastructure.

The international Car Design Award jury has recognized Volvo Cars’ contributions to automotive design with the Swedish carmaker winning the coveted Brand Design Language Award 2016.

The 84th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans will always be remembered for its dramatic finish. There, Porsche took its 18th overall victory in the world’s most famous and toughest endurance race came just before the final lap as the 919 Hybrid Number 2 vehicle of Romain Dumas, Neel Jani, and Marc Lieb passed the erstwhile leader Toyota that faltered with power issues. The pace at the front in the duel with the Japanese manufacturer and the many lead changes pushed everyone to the limit and beyond. Porsche took the checkered flag in front of some of the 263,000 spectators that flocked to witness the spectacle at the 13.629-kilometer Circuit de la Sarthe.

Every June 1st, International Children’s Day is celebrated around the world to celebrate the well-being, importance, and innocence of our future generations. This is why Mazda Philippines is honoring the young, and the young at heart, this whole month of June in a series of showroom activities across its extensive dealer network.

UPDATED: Mazda Philippines Confirms CX-3 Will Arrive by End of 2016

UPDATE 1: Read our First Drive of the 2016 Mazda CX-3 2.0 FWD.

Mazda Philippines has confirmed that it will sell the CX-3 subcompact crossover for the Philippine market before the end of 2016. This is positive news for those in the market for a sporty subcompact crossover after Mazda Philippines initially said it would be difficult to get any allocation from Japan. Now, it says it has secured inventory, albeit severely limited.

Subaru is Offering Substantial Discounts on Selected Models Until June 30 Only

Motor Image Pilipinas is offering a once-in-a-lifetime chance for those considering to buy a brand-new Subaru. From now until June 30, 2016, great deals are available on selected models of the Forester, Legacy, and Levorg. How big of a deal? How about as much as P 450,000 off?

Established in 1963 with the commitment to provide the market with world-class driving lights, PIAA has become the standard for lighting technology for both consumer and motorsport illumination requirements.

Volvo National Alumni Cup Hails 2nd Season Champs

Bigger, better and certainly more impressive, the second round of the Volvo Alumni Golf Cup once again gave its participants a chance to grip it and rip it at the Wack Wack Golf and Country Club. Only on its second year, the golf tourney already attracted 18 teams from a dozen schools from last year’s nine. Alumni from prestigious educational institutions here and abroad got their healthy dose of iron as they engaged in a friendly yet very competitive match. The 18-hole Stroke-Play competition also witnessed the prowess of the golfers in the Volvo Perfect Drive Holes where the Most Accurate Drive, Longest Drive and Nearest to the Pin holes were also recognized.

First Drive: 2016 Honda Civic 1.8 E

There’s a saying that goes: once you go boosted, you never go back. Say what you want about the linearity of a normally-aspirated engine, but once you’ve tasted a sweet turbo, it’s hard to replace that feeling. The instant power, the feeling of being dug into the driver’s seat—it’s intoxicating. And after putting the 2016 Honda Civic RS Turbo through its paces, it’s a confirmed drug addiction on wheels. But now, in the hilly roads of Bohol, there’s something that’s just as good: the 1.8 E. Despite losing the turbo, it’s mighty good. This drive confirms what you’ve all known all along: the Civic, in any form, is great.

After the successful Davao leg of the first ever Mitsubishi Montero Sport Head to Head Test Drive Challenge, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. (MMPC) is pleased to announce that it will be bringing this one of a kind test drive event to the Queen City of the South – Cebu.

June 23, 1991 will forever be enshrined in the annals of automotive history as the day an Asian, and to date only, automotive manufacturer won the most prestigious endurance race in the world – the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Review: 2016 Toyota Innova 2.8 V

Are you looking for the perfect family vehicle? Are you torn on which Pickup-based Passenger Vehicle (PPV) to get? Well, might as well end the search right now because you are looking at the best mainstream 7-seater in the business. Sure, it doesn’t have that masculine SUV body style you’ve been lusting over, but you shouldn’t care. The 2016 Toyota Innova is best suited to your family’s needs.

Concept One Opens in Bonifacio Global City

Concept One, one of the most recognized aftermarket brands in the country extended its reach with the inauguration of their new satellite showroom in the automotive row of Bonifacio Global City in Taguig. Located at the Karport Building, this satellite facility aims to increase Concept One’s presence in the business districts of Makati and BGC as well as residents who live in the South of Metro Manila.

Strong demand for light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks have lifted Isuzu Philippines Corporation’s (IPC) performance in May, sustaining the company’s upward momentum that began at the onset of 2016.

Mercedes-Benz has diversified its product range extensively in the past few years, creating new interpretations of luxury in the process. Yet, the E-Class remains the three-pointed star’s most important and most iconic vehicle. The all-new, tenth-generation model’s launch is fast approaching and to whet your appetite, here are six standout features of the world’s most intelligent sedan.

Ford Motor Company is the first automaker to formulate and test new foam and plastic components using carbon dioxide as feedstock. Researchers expect to see the new biomaterials in Ford production vehicles within five years.

uberPOOL Launches in Manila

Uber, the ride-sharing app, is launching uberPOOL for Manila. It enables people going to the same place at the same time to share the journey and split the cost. It’s all about getting more people into fewer cars. This also means cheaper rides for passengers and less congestion over time.

There’s a new café in Bonifacio Global City and its location might surprise you. V by Ilustrado Café & Lounge formally opened inside the Volkswagen Bonifacio Global City showroom on 28th Street.

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