The Automobile Association Philippines (AAP) is volunteering to help the government draft the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the new motoring-related laws.
AAP president Gus Lagman offered the motor club’s help after three bills from the House of Representatives and the Senate lapsed into law 30 days after they were submitted to Malacanang for the signature of then President Benigno S. Aquino III.
August 9, 2016
Philippine Airlines Provides Connectivity Via myPAL Roam
PAL recently launched a new service innovation called the myPAL Roam – a global mobile hotspot that provides easy, fast, secure and affordable mobile data anywhere in the world.
This newest offering by the flag carrier is made possible through its partnership with Skyroam.
Volvo Cars Stakes Its Claim in Premium Sedan Segment with S90
The new Volvo S90 is Volvo Cars’ entry ticket to the premium sedan club. The S90 marks a giant step forward for Volvo Cars. The Swedish carmaker is better known for its SUVs and estates, but with the launch of the S90, Volvo is clearly intent on shaking up the premium sedan segment with its distinctive executive class sedan.
Review: 2016 Suzuki Jimny JLX M/T
I strongly wanted to hate the Suzuki Jimny, I really do. The car itself dates back to 1998, making it legal to drink, smoke, and appear in porn videos. It drives like a two-ton truck, rides like a derailed freight train, and is less practical than any sports car (save for the generous ride height). Yet, each time I want to vent out my frustration at the Jimny’s very existence, it gives off this unmistakable charm that prevents me from administering lethal injection.
August 8, 2016
Driving in a Downpour: Practical Rainy Day Driving Tips
The rainy season is definitely back once again. While rainy days can be a refreshing respite from the heat, these can mean heavy traffic, flooded roads, poor visibility, and difficult driving conditions.
Kia Celebrates OPM, Launches Kia Beats, A Music Festival
Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the exclusive distributor of Kia vehicles in the Philippines, has just announced their intention to support the arts by making a commitment to showcase Original Pilipino Music (OPM) with the launch of Kia Beats.
Honda Offers Paint Washover Promo This August
Honda Cars Philippines is bringing back its Paint Washover promo at selected dealerships nationwide. It’s available for all Honda models until the end of August.
Centro to Show Logistics Solutions at Upcoming Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS)
The logistics industry in the Philippines will continue to grow with the growth driven by express delivery, third party logistics (3PL) and e-Commerce. Another study by Logistics Services shares the same optimism and provides a comprehensive analysis of the various aspects of the market such as the market size of logistics, express delivery, freight forwarding, third party logistics, e-commerce logistics, balikbayan boxes, warehousing and value added services. The report also covers the major express logistics players in both international and domestic markets along with their share in the revenue.
August 7, 2016
Nissan Philippines Sets Top June Sales
Nissan Philippines Inc. (NPI) closed the first half of 2016 with a recorded 1,621 units sold in June 2016, its highest month in sales since its foundation in the country three years ago.
How A Single Piece of Plastic Adds More Cup Holders in the Ford Super Duty
It’s funny how a piece of plastic can make a hell of a difference. In the case of Ford, they figured that this unique cup holder design (it’s patented) doubles cup holder space by a sliding piece of hardened polymer.
Eco-Friendly E-Jeepneys Ideal for Pinoy Resorts - PhUV, Inc. CEO
The ubiquitous E-Jeepneys now being used for public transport in Makati, Las Pinas, Filinvest City and Muntinlupa are now finding its way to resorts as well. For those wanting to get away from the smoke, smog and noise of the big city, these E-Jeepneys are a welcome sight as one whiles away his time in peace and quiet amidst an atmosphere of fresh air.
Nissan Celebrates NV350 Urvan's Anniversary at UV Terminals
After the Nissan NV350 Urvan’s first successful year in the market, Nissan Philippines Inc. (NPI) continues to celebrate this accomplishment by giving back to its biggest customer base, the PUV operators, through a set of activities in terminals and dealerships this August.
August 5, 2016
Nissan BladeGlider Moves from Concept to Reality
After showing it off as a static prototype at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan is now showing off a working prototype of its revolutionary zero-emissions BladeGlider in Brazil. The BladeGlider is the next step to Nissan’s on-going commitment to the development of zero-emissions vehicles that started with the Leaf.
Ford Philippines Delivers Best July Performance
Ford Philippines today announced its best-ever July performance with total retail sales rising 61 percent year-over-year to 2,748 units. The record month was led by continued strong demand for the EcoSport, Ranger and Everest.
Meet the Mitsubishi XM Concept, Now Green Lit for Production
Mitsubishi has released the first full photos of its new crossover MPV before its debut at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show. Called the XM Concept, it’s been green lit for production at the company’s new factory located in Bekasi Prefecture, Indonesia.
Mazda Doesn't Believe in Self-Driving Cars Except For One Scenario
Mr. Hidetoshi Kudo isn’t your typical PR guy. The heavy metal-loving Mazda global public relations head once served as an engineer. He’s largely the man behind Skyactiv—the suite of technology in every new Mazda vehicle that enhances environmental performance without affecting the fun-to-drive factor. Given Mazda’s shift to a more human-centric design philosophy, his job as PR chief is important. After all, who can better explain what Mazda engineers are up to than one who’s a former engineer himself.
Porsche 718 Boxster and Boxster S: Coming Soon
First appearing in 1996, Porsche’s mid-engine Boxster quickly captured the imagination and fancy of performance seekers already aware of the values of the Stuttgart-based supercar maker. The Boxster made an instant connection to an adoring public with its athletic build and a matching visceral performance – not to mention the fact that it afforded an unmistakable sense of freedom as a roadster. Not since the Porsche 550 Spyder of the 1950s had the carmaker primarily envisaged a vehicle sans top. It was, and still is, about “taking the offensive… not least on the racetrack.” Indeed, the 550, according to Porsche, “defied the motorsport standards of the time.”
Honda Civic Club: Team FD Philippines Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Suzuki Philippines Posts 37 Percent Growth in Q1
Consistently strengthening its market presence, Suzuki Philippines Inc. (SPH) announces an impressive 37 percent first half sales growth compared to the same period last year. This increment is better than the performance of the industry for the first six months of 2016, which stands at 27.4 percent (based on CAMPI data). In 2015 SPH, the only integrated automobile and motorcycle company in the country, recorded a massive 52 percent year-on-year growth, which it hopes to surpass this year.
August 2, 2016
Subaru Palm Challenge 2016 Calls for Participants
Hold it. Keep it. Subaru’s unique physical challenge is back this 2016. The Subaru Palm Challenge: Philippine Face-Off is finding 10 representatives to carry the Philippine flag at the Subaru Challenge 2016 Asian Face-Off in Singapore.
Isuzu Philippines Opens Medium and Heavy-Duty Truck Service Center in Metro Manila
Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is initiating moves meant to comprehensively support its expanding base of medium- and heavy-duty truck customers by opening a new service facility in Metro Manila.
Review: 2016 Suzuki Ciaz GLX A/T
Suzuki is on a roll. Once the specialist in micro and small cars, it’s now going into bigger and better things. Granted there were some hiccups along the way (the SX4 and Kizashi to name two), the Ertiga showed Filipinos that Suzuki could also make great cars apart from the Swift. And now, it’s joined in the showroom by the all-new Ciaz. Considering that it’s competing in the lucrative, but heavily contested sub-compact sedan genre, the Ciaz is a great alternative to the usual segment stalwarts.
August 1, 2016
Enhancing the Natural Driving Feel: A Primer on Mazda's G-Vectoring Control (w/ Videos)
In 2012, Mazda has created an encompassing suite of technologies under the Skyactiv brand. These three elements: Engine, Drive (transmission), and Body are all responsible for Mazda’s fun-to-drive renaissance of late. Though found in every sixth-generation model, Mazda realizes its limitation: they work and operate independently of each other.
VW Philippines Announces Upcoming Child Safety Inititative Tours at Robinsons Malls
Volkswagen Philippines steps up its award-winning Child Safety Initiative campaign this August to November 2016 by holding five mall tours in various urban centers.
July 31, 2016
Building Dreams Made Fun at Honda’s KidZania Manila Exhibit
Honda Cars Philippines brings their “power of dreams” thinking to kids and kids at heart with the opening of a new interactive exhibit at KidZania Manila. In time for KidZania Manila’s first anniversary, Honda’s interactive exhibit brings kids closer to the world of automotive design and selling in an easy and fun setting.
4 Reasons Why Satisfaction Levels at Car Dealerships are Falling
Mazda Philippines topped the latest JD Power Customer Service Index study and while this is good news for the “zoom-zoom” brand, the same study outlines that customer service satisfaction has gone down across all 11 brands surveyed.
Mazda Philippines Tops JD Power Customer Service Index
Mazda tops the Philippine automotive industry in terms of Customer Service Index (CSI) according to the latest JD Power Survey. The study, now on its 16th year, measures new-vehicle owner satisfaction with after-sales service process at authorized service centers by examining dealership performances in five factors (in order of importance): service quality (29 percent), service initiation (26 percent), vehicle pick-up (17 percent), service facility (14 percent), and service advisor (14 percent). Brand service performance is then measured on a 1,000-point scale with the highest score indicating highest customer satisfaction.
July 29, 2016
Will Mazda Produce Its Own Pickup-based SUV?
Mazda has already announced that its next-generation pickup truck will be produced with Isuzu. With a collaborative partnership that spans more than a decade (Isuzu produces trucks for Mazda’s domestic market requirements), this agreement is seen as a logical extension. Of course, given Isuzu produces a pickup-based SUV on its pickup truck, the mu-X, will Mazda get something similar?
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