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July 17, 2017

8 Things You Should Know About Ford SYNC

With car owners wanting to stay connected even when on the road, carmakers have all scrambled to come up with suitable solutions that integrate many new functions like music streaming and in-car internet with more traditional entertainment options such as radio, USB, and Bluetooth. Additionally, the “infotainment” solution must be reliable and easy-to-use. This is how Ford SYNC came about. Though it’s been out for quite some time, it’s great to get familiar with one of the pioneers.

Avoid An Off-Roading Nightmare with this CTEK Battery Manager

With 4x4-equipped vehicles becoming more user-friendly and capable, off-roading or trailing has steadily become a pastime for many car enthusiasts. However, for all of the allure that the great outdoors has to offer, it does come with its own set of challenges. Imagine this scenario: after a relaxing day by the river, you decide to head back home. Only this time, your rig won’t start. It seems your battery went dead after being drained by your portable refrigerator and your sound system. With no cell service, how are you going to call for help?

UPDATE: Included are key specifications for the North American market (7/15).

Honda shows off a dynamic new direction for their best-selling executive sedan. With the US market introduction of the all-new, 10th generation Accord, Honda is going for a more stylish, sporty, and premium sedan powered by all-new engines and packed with a host of new technology features.

FlatOut Race Series Moved to Clark for Round 5

Fresh from a double header race weekend featuring Round 4 and the 4 Oras ng Pilipinas endurance race, the FlatOut Race Series’ (FORS) 2017 season continues with a visit to Clark International Speedway (CIS) last July 1 for Round 5.

Peugeot Philippines offers its customers the opportunity to experience Paris, the City of Lights, with the #PeugeotDriveToParis program. Aimed at those trading in their current vehicles for a brand-new Peugeot, customers will get to enjoy Paris with a 3-day, 2-night vacation courtesy of Peugeot.

UPDATE: Key specifications are now included (7/16).

Inspired by Hyundai Motorsport’s experience in the World Rally Championship (WRC), Hyundai Motor shows off the i30 N hot hatch—the brand’s first high-performance car under the N lineup. Built atop the standard i30, it’s been tweaked and massaged from the ground up to deliver maximum driving fun in both everyday situations as well as on the track.

Hyundai Asia Resources Inc. (HARI), the Philippines’ official distributor of Hyundai passenger and commercial vehicles, will be showcasing the H350 luxury van along with the best-selling Hyundai Trucks and Buses line-up at the Philippines Bus & Truck Expo 2017 from July 14 to July 16 at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City.

From film to digital, DSLR to smartphone cameras, photographers have been constantly experimenting on using different formats and mediums for their craft. The latest one is using a car’s on-board camera. Using the all-new Volvo XC60 on-board safety cameras, Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Barbara Davidson created a special collection of photographers.

The Aston Martin Valkyrie is Simple, Mad Genius

Aston Martin is revealing more details about the Valkyrie including the latest evolution to its styling and the first glimpse of its cockpit. The most hardcore hyper car ever, Aston Martin and partner Red Bull Advanced Technologies have been working extensively to bring what’s essentially a Formula One car for the road.

Reflecting its continued support to aspiring Filipino football players and stronger partnership with the Gawad Kalinga Community Development Foundation, Suzuki Philippines (SPH), the country’s pioneer compact car manufacturer, recently distributed soccer balls and other items to Gawad Kalinga’s (GK) sports program SipaG.

Is the Honda Civic Type R Sold Out?

In the latest back and forth between Subaru and Honda for sports sedan/hot hatch supremacy, it seems that Honda is gaining the upper hand. According to an inside source at Honda, it appears that after just a day of being officially available for reservation at Honda dealerships nationwide, the Civic Type R is already sold out.

Ford Philippines today announced a record June performance with retail sales increasing 17 percent year-over-year to 3,273 vehicles led by continued strong demand for the Everest, EcoSport, and Ranger.

As part of its 20th year anniversary, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) has inked partnership with Jacobo Z. Gonzales Memorial School for Arts and Trades (JZGMSAT), in line with the company’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) program that imbibes a knowledge-sharing culture in the society.

Subaru Out to Steal Civic Type R's Thunder: 2018 WRX and WRX STI Coming By September

On the day Honda Cars Philippines opened the Civic Type R order books, sources within Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru in the Philippines, say that the 2018 WRX and WRX STI will be dropping in even sooner than Honda’s much hyped hot hatch.

Seven-seater vehicle SUVs and MPVs are normally seen as a necessity purchase. Once the family grows in number and can’t be accommodated by regular sedans (or crossovers for that matter), Daddy has to immediately consider getting something that seats seven. Once or twice though, a carmaker comes out with an offering that manages to address all the requirements of a typical family car without sacrificing the bits that made Daddy love driving in the first place. The Honda BR-V is one such example.

Honda Confirms Civic Type R for Philippine Market; We Compare It to Subaru WRX STI (w/ 21 Photos, Specs)

After stunning the crowds at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) last March, Honda Cars Philippines is transitioning the 2017 Civic Type R from “Exhibition Model” to “Showroom Model” with the announcement of its impending arrival in the Philippines.

In the first six months of 2017, Mercedes-Benz was more successful than ever before in a half-year. 209,309 cars were delivered to customers in June (+11.1 percent) and 1,144,274 in the first six months of the year (+13.7 percent).

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines is holding its first Fuso Truck Fair from July 10-15. This campaign aims to highlight MMPC’s Fuso light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks in Mitsubishi dealerships and exclusive Fuso showrooms. During this one-week period, additional savings and special giveaways will be provided to Fuso truck buyers.

Aston Martin Releases V8 Powered DB11 (w/ 13 Photos)

After wowing the crowds with its twin-turbo V12, Aston Martin has announced that its DB11 grand tourer will be made available with a twin-turbo V8. Perfectly complimenting the existing V12 variant, the DB11 V8 provides a new opportunity to reveal more of its sporting character while also expanding its appeal with a combination of exceptional performance and improved fuel efficiency.

Mazda Extends ZoomFest to July 31

Due to insistent public demand, Mazda ZoomFest, the most comprehensive display and sales offerings of the latest Mazda models in all 19 Mazda dealerships in the country, continues this whole month of July with special deals and perks to make owning and driving a Mazda a lot easier.

Morris Garages Philippines is still the distributor of MG Cars in the Philippines and will be for the foreseeable future. That’s the gist of a statement sent over by no less than Morris Garages Philippines CEO Engineer Morgan Say. This is after they picked up our story that the Ayala Group is in talks to bring in the British/Chinese brand.

Prepare for an enjoyable weekend filled with food, games, and other fun activities as well as exclusive gifts when Kia’s Family Service rolls into town.

Volvo Bets Future on Electric Vehicles

Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, has announced that every Volvo it launches from 2019 will have an electric motor, marking the historic end of cars that only have an internal combustion engine (ICE) and placing electrification at the core of its future business.

Ayala Group May Bring in MG Brand - Report

UPDATE: The current distributor, Morris Garages Philippines responds to this report (7/7).

The Ayala Group is keen on expanding its brand portfolio to include a Chinese brand, if a report from The Philippine STAR is to be believed. In its report yesterday, the STAR says that the Ayala Group is in talks with the Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) to bring in the MG brand.

Celebrating its recognition as Hyundai Motor Company’s Distributor of the Year, Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) is offering big savings, big discounts, and easy monthly payments from now until August 21 with its “Thrivin’ and Drivin’ at 16” promo.

The search for the 2017 Porsche Asia Pacific Driver of the Year kicked off with the launch of the region-wide Licence to Thrill campaign. Seeking the region’s best and most skilled drivers, this year’s competition comprises two qualifying rounds which will put knowledge, skill, and passion for the wheel to the test for the chance to win the title and a fully sponsored trip to the Porsche Experience Centre in Los Angeles, USA.

Carmakers usually like to do things with grandeur, focusing on the big things when it comes to new products. For the all-new 7th-generation 5 Series though, the change starts from the smallest of details. Take for instance the BMW Display Key. Standard on the all-new 5 Series, it’s more than just a conversation starter. This smart key shows off the car’s vital information and can even control certain functions ensuring that the driver is comfortable even before entering the cabin. Such is the philosophy behind the “Ultimate Sports-Business Machine.”

MDPPA Warns of Dangers of Altered Motorcycle Parts

Motorists customize motorcycle features such as headlamps, taillights, handlebars, and exhaust mufflers to personalize their driving experience. Altering motorcycles, however, comes at a grave price, according to the Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association, Inc. (MDPPA), the Philippines’ premier motorcycle manufacturers association whose members include Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, and Kymco.

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