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May 30, 2017

Volvo Philippines Confident of Continuous Growth in 2017

Volvo Philippines continues to record considerable growth in the 1st quarter of 2017. With a 35 percent increase in sales, the exclusive official importer and distributor of Volvo cars in the country is standing strong with a positive outlook for the rest of the year.

Subaru is one of the most stubborn of carmakers. Whereas others would try dabbling in a particular technology only to abandon it altogether when all seems lost, Subaru would more or less tread the same path for years, if not decades. This explains the trademark ingredients that now make a Subaru, a Subaru: the horizontally-opposed Boxer engine and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. These key technologies have been carefully tweaked, honed, and polished to where they are today. Once in a while though, Subaru takes a leap of faith and makes something more revolutionary than evolutionary. The 2017 Impreza is one such example and one that comes with its own set of problems.

Chevrolet Adds New Colorado Variant: Meet the 2017 Colorado LTX

Taking its cue from the recently launched 2017 Trailblazer LTX, The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (Chevrolet Philippines) is introducing a new variant of its Colorado pickup truck which marries a tough new style with unmatched capability. Meet the 2017 Colorado LTX.

A cool, cloudy day welcomed the FlatOut Race Series (FORS) when it staged Round 3 last May 20, 2017 at the Batangas Racing Circuit. Although intermittent rain made conditions tricky, it did not impede the on track action that heated up in the afternoon.

Cars and watches go together like Sonny and Cher. Linked by the intricate mechanical precision imbued in them, nothing says that you’re into cars more than owning a great timepiece. Whether it’s mechanical or quartz, Swiss or Japanese, having a watch is like having a well-honed machine on your wrist. Plopping down hard-earned money on a watch is daunting to say the least, so here are 9 great car-inspired starter watches that don’t break the bank.

Why Ford Needs Jim Hackett

Ford Motor Company is looking squarely to the future: that’s the very public message they sent as Jim Hackett takes over as the company’s president and CEO. With tech companies like Google Apple, Uber and not the least, Tesla, continuing to dabble in an industry traditionally associated with “The Big Three” (General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler), Ford needs to speed up its vision of the future in order to adapt to the vastly new automotive landscape. And it seems they have found the man to lead them in Hackett.

Sphero Launches The Ultimate Lightning McQueen

Known for their line of spherical smart toys such as the (BB-8), Sphero is launching The Ultimate Lightning McQueen, a remote controlled (RC) car that coincides with Disney Pixar’s new movie, Cars 3.

Say Yes to These Amazing Deals From Ford Philippines

Hot deals await interested buyers of Ford vehicles as Ford Philippines unveils its exclusive offers for customers in the form of all-in low downpayment, low monthly payments, or cash discounts for its various vehicles.

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) recently held a camping event to promote environmental awareness and Filipino culture, participated by three Isuzu car clubs in the country.

Suzuki Philippines joined the Lucbanons in celebrating the most colorful Pahiyas festival last May 15 in Lucban, Quezon, which was attended by at least 3 million people, Suzuki’s participation and presence is geared toward complementing the booming agricultural business and local micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the province.

Management Shake Up at Ford Brings in New President and CEO

Ford Motor Company named Jim Hackett as its new president and CEO and announced key global leadership changes designed to further strengthen its core automotive business and accelerate a strategic shift to capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) announces the launch of Honda’s extended warranty program, the Honda Protect Plus Extended Warranty. It is a flexible program that gives customers an option to extend their regular 3 year warranty for another 2 years.

UPDATE 1: Machine Gray Metallic finally joins the official palette of colors of the 2017 Mazda3 Speed (6/6).

You’re looking at the first Machine Gray Metallic colored Mazda3 in the country. While we’re no stranger to it, seeing it at Mazda’s Mine Proving Ground last 2016, there’s something about seeing it in the local setting that makes us all giddy.

Honda Refreshes City for 2017: The Smartest Choice (w/ Specs)

Honda Cars Philippines refreshes the City sedan for 2017 (2018 model year). Honda’s best-selling offering in the country, the 2018 City exhibits a high-tech and sporty design, class-leading fuel efficiency and comfort, and above class safety that provides the smartest ownership experience.

Volvo Partners with Google on Next-Gen Connected Cars

Volvo Cars, the premium carmaker, has announced a close partnership with Google, one of the world’s largest technology companies, to develop the next generation of its award-winning in-car infotainment and connectivity solution based on Android, offering access to a wide array of apps and services. It will launch on new Volvo models within two years.

The 2017 Mazda Miata Cup takes off with another exciting season as 17 MX-5s of all four generations race in this year’s first two rounds held at the 4.2-kilometer Clark International Speedway last May 12th. Organized by the Miata Club Philippines and run exclusively by its members, the series showcases the club’s special fascination for motor sports and serves as a venue for MX-5 owners to truly experience the true nature of their cars.

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer Gets Worry-Free Package

BMW once again inspires to explore a life outside the ordinary with an exclusive package that comes with the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer. Asian Carmakers Corporation (ACC), the official importer and distributor of the BMW in the Philippines, offers exciting benefits to make the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer the perfect companion for the modern family with an active lifestyle.

UPDATE 1: The Department of Transport (DoTr) will review the Implementing Rules and Regulations of the ADDA. See below. (5/20).

With the implementation of Republic Act 10913 or the Anti-Distracted Driving Act (ADDA), motorists have been raising questions left and right about what’s allowed and what’s not. The MMDA, being one of the apprehending agencies (with a strong social media presence at that) has become a go-to source for motorists’ questions. There’s one that piqued our interest and it’s this:

Hyundai Philippines is 2016 Global Distributor of the Year

“We celebrate 50 years of our brand, 50 years of redefining mobility through customer-driven innovation, 50 years of caring for Man and Planet. Cheers to 50 years more of our brilliant journey together!” declared Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) President and CEO Ma. Fe Perez-Agudo when she accepted the Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) Global Distributor of the Year 2016 award during the Global Distributors Convention held at the Grand Intercontinental Hotel in Seoul.

Volkswagen Philippines kicks off the upgraded version of its award-winning Child Safety Initiative (CSI) campaign at the atrium of the Robinsons Magnolia Mall in Quezon City on May 20.

First Drive: 2017 Toyota Wigo 1.0 G A/T

With a doubt, the launch of the Wigo in 2014 was a double-edged sword for Toyota in the Philippines. On one hand, if they get it right, it sees them expand to a new market dominated by Korean, Indian, and even Chinese car brands. On the other hand, get it wrong and you can bet these first-time car buyers will swear off owning a Toyota for the rest of their lives. Thankfully for Toyota (and tough luck for everyone else), it was a huge success. It moved more than 40,000 units and paved the way to first-time Toyota ownership for a lot of happy campers. And even before its rivals could respond, here comes a new one.

Rommel Juan, President of the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) today has expressed optimism for the electric vehicle industry amidst the government’s impending PUV Modernization Program that includes the iconic jeepneys.

In case you didn’t know, Republic Act 10913 or the Anti-Distracted Driving Act comes into effect starting today, May 18, 2017. And with that, there has been some misinformation spreading throughout the internet. Thankfully, the Department of Transportation (DoTr) has come up with an FAQ about this new law. We’re posting it here in verbatim for your information.

Hyundai PHL Sales Remain Buoyant with 9 Percent Growth in April

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai vehicles in the Philippines, recorded 2,521 unit sales for the month of April, a feat considering there were fewer working days within said month. This pushed total January to April 2017 sales to 11,362 units, up by 9 percent as compared to the 10,417 units sold in the first four months of the previous year.

Ford Philippines has appointed Rodel Gallega as vice president, Marketing and Sales, effective May 1. Gallega, who was vice president, Finance, for the previous five years, will continue to report to Lance Mosley, managing director, Ford Philippines.

Chevrolet Adds LTX Variant to 2017 Trailblazer Line-Up (w/ Specs)

Chevrolet gives its confident and capable midsize SUV an upgrade with the launch of the new mid-grade Trailblazer 4x2 LTX variant. The new Chevrolet Trailblazer 4x2 LTX AT boasts of exterior and interior refinements and added safety features to provide Filipinos a premium and excellent driving experience.

Today’s dynamic work environment demands more than sharp wit. To be at the top of the game, professionals need to be able to squeeze as much as they can in an eight-hour workday. This means scuttling to and from meetings, corporate events and office errands while still having some time for lunch dates and personal obligations.

Ford Philippines is expanding presence of its experiential test drive activity Ford Island Conquest this month, reaching out to more Filipinos in East of Metro Manila and in North Luzon.

Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the exclusive distributor of Kia in the Philippines brings in the all-new 2017 Rio. The latest in the Korean carmaker’s roster of vibrant, stylish, and dynamic vehicles, the all-new Rio is poised to unleash your “Freedom to Be You” as it hits Kia showrooms starting June.

BMW has been in the business of blurring segments lately. Starting with the original X vehicle, the X5 and moving on to the Gran Turismo and then the Gran Coupe, BMW has challenged the definition of each of those segments. The oddest amalgam they’ve come up with is when they blended the SUV and coupe genres together making the X6—the first “Sports Activity Coupe.” Pundits scoffed at it for its compromised utility and added price, but the public was enamored with its aggressive looks. BMW, it seems, has come up with a winning formula.

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