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July 12, 2018

Kia Would Like to Remind You: PMS Isn't Just an Oil Change

Many people think that regular oil changes are enough to keep a car running like new. Well, Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the distributor of Kia vehicles in the Philippines would like to remind everyone that car maintenance isn’t just a regular oil change.

The world’s cheapest new car is dead; love live the Tata Nano. After grabbing the headlines with its USD 3,500 (~ PHP 187,000) price tag, the Nano simply failed to create a mobility movement in its home country of India. And close to a decade later, Tata is ready to call it quits on this radical and interesting experiment.

CTEK, the makers behind the world’s smartest battery charging system takes a step up with the introduction of its new Professional Charging Series line. Recognizing the increased innovation in today’s vehicles, the demands of the modern workshop has also evolved.

Thailand Launches 2019 Ford Everest with Raptor Power, Added Features (w/ 11 Photos)

Thailand is seeing the 2019 Everest hit showrooms today. Refreshed inside and out, it carries a revamped drivetrain (one of which is shared with the Ranger Raptor) that promises to make it quieter and more efficient than ever before.

Designed to compensate for any irregularities in the road surface (including, naturally, massive Manila potholes) and keep the vehicle at a predetermined height and support added weight without sagging, springs play a big part in a vehicle’s suspension system.

Recently named World Car of the Year 2018 at the New York Auto Show, the new Volvo XC60 midsize SUV can now be seen in Volvo showrooms and pop-up stores nationwide. “We initially could only bring in limited volumes of the XC60 due to high international demand. But we now have the volume to serve our discerning Volvo clientele,” says Volvo sales head Froilan Valencia.

A week ago, Nissan and Italdesign previewed the GT-R50 by Italdesign, a super-limited run supercar that commemorates the 50th anniversary of both the GT-R and Italdesign. It’s basically the brutally fast NISMO GT-R in a handcrafted Italian suit. And now, a few days before its global debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the United Kingdom, Nissan has finally revealed just how many will be made and how much it’ll cost.

How’s this for irony: after announcing that the all-new Forester won’t be available with a turbocharged engine (the reason why it was unique in the first place), Subaru has just revealed a new midterm plan that, get this, wants to make the brand much more distinctive. Yes, it doesn’t make sense; and no, we’re not pulling your leg on this one.

The 6th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit Gets Underway

The 6th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit, with the theme “Stepping Up Partnerships To Electrify Public and Private Transport,” kicks off today at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

There’s exclusive and there’s Ferrari 488 Pista Piloti exclusive. Available for sale only to Ferrari drivers who participate in one of the brand’s many motorsports programs, the Ferrari 488 Pista Piloti is a special custom creation from the Italian supercar maker’s Tailor Made program.

Ford Philippines is kicking off the second half of the year with great deals for two of its top-selling vehicles, the Ford EcoSport and the Ford Everest.

Whether it’s Rachel Peters hawking a pair of butt-lift jeans or Anne Curtis shrilling her way through a burger jingle, everyone gets distracted behind the wheel once in a while. We don’t want it, we don’t like it, but hey, butt-lift jeans happen and in that split-second before your car’s bumper kisses Manong Grab Driver’s, don’t you wish someone or something warned you before it was too late? It’s times like these you wish your car had Subaru EyeSight.

UPDATED: Mazda, Mitsubishi to Halt Production Due to Japan Floods

UPDATE: Mazda says production has restarted at its Ujina Plant 1 and 2 on a single-shift operation while the Hofu plant resumes normal operations (7/12).

Due to the heavy rains and floods that battered Japan last weekend, Mazda, Mitsubishi, and Daihatsu have announced that they are all suspending operations at several assembly plants and facilities located in the area.

The wait for the all-new Toyota Vios is almost over. Toyota Motor Philippines announces that its best-selling sub-compact sedan will take centerstage at the Toyota Music Fest happening at the Filinvest City Event Grounds on Saturday, July 28.

After previewing it last December, Peugeot Philippines is finally making its all-new 5008 SUV available to buyers. Its all-new 3-row, 7-seater SUV is Peugeot’s biggest SUV yet and completes the brand’s revitalized line-up.

Volvo is finally severing its final ties with the Ford Motor Company with the introduction of the SPA-underpinned 2019 S60 mid-sized premium sedan. With this move, the Swedish carmaker is finally able to say goodbye to the Ford-derived P3 platform (aka Ford EUCD platform) and move to something completely bespoke to Volvo.

Mazda owners know that its special colors—Snowflake White, Soul Red, and Machine Gray are hard to touch-up, especially if its been through an accident. Well, owners will now be happy to know that Mazda Philippines has teamed up with a renowned paint specialist to offer their dealer the latest paint technology, re-finishing expertise, and paint shop training services.

Isuzu Truck Fest Offers Incentives to Buy New

Now on its 11th year, Isuzu Philippines Corporation’s Truck Fest kicked off the provincial leg of its 2018 series in the “Queen City of the South”: Cebu. Happening until today, July 8, it is happening at the Northwing Covered Parking of SM City Cebu.

You just gotta love the Australians. When they’re not transforming basketball into boxing, they’re racing pick-up trucks. And we’re not talking about off-road racing or rallycross mind you; it’s circuit racing and they call it: SuperUtes.

Hyundai Motor Group Admits Being Lax with Safety Standards; Promises No More

If there’s one thing that Hyundai and Kia vehicles are constantly being chastised for, it’s the lack of safety equipment. Compared to similarly-priced makes from Japanese and American brands, the Koreans have always lagged behind be it in the number of airbags or the equipment of anti-lock brakes or stability control. While the blame is typically pinned on Hyundai and Kia’s Philippine distributor, that shouldn’t be the case.

After previewing it at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) last April, Chevrolet Philippines says that the 2018 LTX variants of the Colorado pick-up truck and Trailblazer SUV are now available at all authorized dealerships nationwide.

Bermaz Auto Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Mazda vehicles and parts in the country, and Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corporation, one of the country’s top fuel companies, have formalized a partnership that combines the fuel efficiency benefits of both premium brands for the benefit of Mazda new car buyers.

The production model has yet to make its debut, but Toyota’s ready to take the all-new Supra racing. But before you think it’ll race in some sort of global touring car racing series or even long-distance endurance racing, it’s going to run at the 2019 NASCAR Xfinity Series or NXS.

You remember the Ford Ranger Raptor? Of course, you do. Well, after its big global launch shebang last February, you’ll be happy to know that Ford Performance’s first mid-sized pickup truck is finally entering the next phase: production.

Officially Official: 2019 Suzuki Jimny is Out (w/ 20 Photos)

It’s officially official: the 2019 Suzuki Jimny is now out in Japan. As the first model in over 20 years, excitement over this micro SUV is understandably high. And with that, Suzuki’s not taking any chances: it combines authentic off-road performance with a newly-developed 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine (you can check more images here and the complete specs here).

Mercedes-AMG driver and current Formula One World Champion Lewis Hamilton is the newest face of Tommy Hilfiger Men’s. As the global brand ambassador, Hamilton is now releasing a series of personal stories about his brother, father, and mother have inspired and taught him to see challenges as an opportunity to grow and fight for his dreams on his social media accounts.

Hyundai was the official mobility partner of the Philippine Inter-Collegiate Debate Championship (PIDC) 2018, held June 11-13, 2018 at the University of the Philippines-Diliman for the preliminary rounds, and at the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the semifinals, championship rounds, and awards night.

Volvo once again joined the festivities during the celebration of Sweden’s National Day in the Philippines. Held at the magnificent ballroom of the Grant Hyatt Manila, Volvo Philippines joined their Swedish family in observing the national day of Volvo’s home country.

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July 12, 2018

Kia Would Like to Remind You: PMS Isn't Just an Oil Change

The Tata Nano is Dead

CTEK's PRO Chargers Help Workshops Deal with Complex Car Electronics

July 11, 2018

Thailand Launches 2019 Ford Everest with Raptor Power, Added Features (w/ 11 Photos)

Improve Handling, Increase Suspension Life for As Little as P 5,000

Volvo Philippines Says XC60 Now Readily Available at All Dealerships

This Is How a P 56.4 Million Nissan GT-R Looks Like

Subaru Really is Turning Into the Volvo of Japan

July 10, 2018

The 6th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit Gets Underway

You Can't Just Buy This Special Ferrari 488

Ford Philippines Extends 2-Year Free PMS Offer on EcoSport This July

Review: Subaru EyeSight Driver Assist System

July 9, 2018

UPDATED: Mazda, Mitsubishi to Halt Production Due to Japan Floods

The Wait for the 2019 Toyota Vios is Almost Over

2018 Peugeot 5008 SUV Now Available (w/ 17 Photos, Brochure)

When Is the All-New Volvo S60 Coming to the Philippines? (w/ 17 Photos)

Mazda Philippines Can Now Perfectly Refinish Their Special Colors

July 8, 2018

Isuzu Truck Fest Offers Incentives to Buy New

Care to Race a Pick-Up Truck?

July 6, 2018

Hyundai Motor Group Admits Being Lax with Safety Standards; Promises No More

Chevrolet Philippines Launches Stylish 2018 LTX Models

Mazda Philippines Sees Most Benefits When Using Shell Fuels

Toyota is Taking the Supra Racing...in NASCAR

Ford Ranger Raptor Has Begun Production (w/ Video)

July 5, 2018

Officially Official: 2019 Suzuki Jimny is Out (w/ 20 Photos)

F1 Champion Lewis Hamilton is Tommy Hilfiger Men's Newest Ambassador

Hyundai Drives Voice of the Youth; Hails 2018 PIDC Champs as "People of Hyundai"

Volvo Philippines Celebrates Swedish National Day