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February 14, 2017

How Much Does It Cost to Run the 2017 Honda Civic RS Turbo?

Thanks to the continued trend towards downsized engines, carmakers are now adopting technologies once reserved for performance-oriented cars. One such technology is turbocharging. By forcing more air into the combustion chamber using an exhaust gas-driven turbine, the engine is made to produce more power despite a smaller displacement. Even the “every man’s car”, the compact car class is now home to three choices using turbocharged engines. The best seller among them is the all-new Civic RS.

PIAA Helps Toyota Return Back to Winning Ways in WRC

Toyota returned to the winner’s circle in the World Rally Championship (WRC) for the first time since Rally China in 1999. After finishing second in the opening Monte Carlo Rally last January, the Yaris WRC scored its first win at the Rally Sweden with Jari-Matti Latvala in the driver’s seat.

Pilipinas Taj Autogroup, Inc. (PTAJ), the exclusive distributor of Tata Motors in the Philippines officially opened Tata Motors Tarlac last January 27, 2017.

Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, has cemented its position amongst the leaders of automotive safety innovation with its new S90 sedan and V90 wagon by being the first car maker to score a full six points in the Autonomous Emergency Braking for Pedestrians (AEB Pedestrian) test procedure and an overall 5-star rating for both cars.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. recently awarded the winners of “It’s The Most Wonderful Deal of the Year” campaign at Honda Cars Kalookan (HCKI) last February 3, 2017.

Ford Philippines Sales Continue to Rise in January 2017

Ford Philippines announced that January retail sales rose 2.5 percent year-over-year to 2,519 vehicles, led by continued strong demand for its EcoSport, Everest, and Ranger nameplates.

After all those “hugot” videos from fast food giant Jollibee, it’s time to spread some positive love vibes this Valentine’s Day. Luckily for us, Volkswagen Philippines is doing just that with the “Be My Love Bug” Valentine’s campaign. Oh, and it’s the perfect way to introduce the new company tagline: “It’s More Than Just a Car.” Enjoy the video after the break.

5 Common Refueling Myths Debunked

Refueling your car is an often misunderstood act and it can be quite confusing to uninitiated car owners. Most won’t even care what goes on after the nozzle goes into the tank for as long as the fuel needle reads “full” after a couple of minutes. This carefree attitude towards pumping gas has led to the spread of refueling myths, some of which have spread again and again.

Porsche successfully achieved another record year with deliveries of 5,589 cars in the Asia Pacific region. Once again, Porsche Asia Pacific exceeded its 2015 record. Taiwan, Singapore, and Malaysia continue to be the key drivers of growth in the region while Thailand and the Philippines show significant positive development.

The ACO (Automobile Club de l’Ouest) announced that the full squad of four Ford GTs will compete at the 2017 Le Mans 24 Hours, one year on from the marque’s triumphant return to the endurance race that everyone wants to win.

Land Rover Makes Original Range Rover Available Once More

Land Rover is now offering a unique opportunity for enthusiasts to purchase an original and highly collectible Range Rover expertly sourced and comprehensively restored by Land Rover Classic in the United Kingdom. The first example, a three-door Range Rover Classic will make its debut in Paris at the Salon Rétromobile 2017.

Who says vans aren’t badass? Well, Nissan seems to prove everyone wrong with the one-of-a-kind Nissan NV Cargo X which is the most extreme version of Nissan’s commercial vehicle flagship in the US, the NV Cargo van. It stands over 2.2 meters tall on 37-inch tires and is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 Cummins turbo diesel engine transplanted from the Nissan Titan XD full-sized pickup truck.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), Honda’s automobile unit in the Philippines, wants everyone to find their “perfect match” this 2017. All customers who will inquire, test drive, reserve, or purchase a brand new Honda vehicle from February 1 to February 28, 2017 is entitled to a discount voucher of up to P 100,000 (except for the BR-V).

The key to a sustainable corporate social investment lies in identifying one’s sense of purpose and, from there, grow one’s work to benefit both business and society. This was the key message of HARI Foundation, Inc. (HFI) President Ma. Fe Perez-Agudo at the Plenary Session of the 4TH Global Social Business Summit of Gawad Kalinga (GK), held at the Hyundai Center for Green Innovation (HCGI) at the GK Enchanted Farm in Angat, Bulacan. Summit theme was “Social Market: Disruption for Shared Prosperity Now.” The HFI president addressed some 700 participants from 20 countries.

Honda Opens 36th Dealership in Angeles, Pampanga

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. opens its 36th dealership in Angeles-Clark area. Honda Cars Angeles-Clark (HCAC) is located in Manuel A. Roxas Highway, Clark Freeport Zone, Angeles-Clark, Pampanga.

The demise of the full-sized SUV is premature as Ford takes the wraps off the all-new, fourth-generation Expedition. The super-sized Expedition, like all other Fords, is touted to be the “smartest, most capable, and most adaptable ever.”

The French Ministry of Ecology, Energy, and the Sea and the Agency for the Environment and Energy Control have awarded Michelin the Circular Economy Grand Prize, “fighting against climate change” special Mention, for the eco-design and retreading process of its Truck tires as well as for its Michelin Solutions offers.

Jump Start 2017 with Deals from Ford Philippines

Search for fortunate deals from Ford Philippines’ financing offers and cash promotions for select Ford vehicles -Everest, Ranger, EcoSport, Fiesta and Focus valid until February 28 at Ford dealerships nationwide.

It looks like the all-new CX-5 is poised to be a big hit for Mazda. In its home country of Japan, reservations have spiked to 9,055 units since order books opened last December. And with customer deliveries starting only five days ago, the Hiroshima-based carmaker is expected to move around 2,400 of them monthly.

They say, you’re not supposed to meet your heroes. There’s a danger that once you see them up close, they won’t seem as perfect eye-to-eye as opposed to being perched on their towering pedestal. That’s the dilemma with the Ford Everest. After a drive in Thailand, I’ve yet to try it on Manila roads. In the two years that passed, fate played itself cruelly as cancellations, re-schedules, and even a minor hiccup meant no seat time. As 2017 rolled in, so did a minor refresh. This is the Everest featured here. While its blemishes don’t make it so god-like anymore, from where I stand, it still remains the mid-sized SUV’s hero car.

Foilacar Industries Offers New Sprayable Vinyl Wrap

Foilacar Industries, the company that innovated “wrapping” or “foiling” as a means of paint protection and preservation is launching a new product line that can be sprayed on just like paint. Called FoilaDip, this latest product line is a sprayable vinyl wrap that leaves a rubberized coating which can be peeled off without damaging the original material underneath.

Subaru’s executive sedan, the Legacy, is getting a nip and tuck just in time for the 2018 model year. Featuring revised styling and improvements to comfort, safety, and infotainment, the Legacy is said to offer an enhanced overall driving experience. Though the Philippines will have to wait until the First Quarter of 2018 to get this new Legacy, it will be arriving in US showrooms by around the middle this year.

Win a Honda BR-V in Jollibee's "Scratch 2 Win a Honda BR-V" Promo

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), shares the joy of winning an All-New BR-V 7-seater SUV to Jollibee Drive-Thru customers with “Scratch 2 Win a Honda BR-V” campaign, which will run from February 1, 2017 to April 30, 2017.

After growing by 6.6 percent in 2016, the World Bank projects the Philippine economy to consistently grow at an average of 6 percent over the next few years up to 2019. This makes the Philippines the fastest growing economy in Asia. It is now leaving its neighbors in the dust after languishing at the bottom for decades.

Caltex Opens New Site in Nueva Vizcaya

Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of the Caltex brand of fuels and lubricants, recently inaugurated its newest Caltex service station at the Nueva Vizcaya Agricultural Terminal – Agri-Pinoy Trading Center (NVAT-APTC) located along AH26, Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya.

Asian Honda Motor Co., Ltd., the regional headquarters of Honda in the Asia & Oceania (A&O) region, announced that Honda achieved its highest records for automobile sales in 2016 in the ASEAN region (Southeast Asia). Actual retail sales reached 431,832 units, a 7 percent increase over the 2015 sales volume of 405,158 units.

Whether it is a quick escape to the renowned mountains of Baguio, a surfing adventure in La Union, a long drive to the historic Fort Ilocandia, or a mere stopover in Tagaytay, you will find a great road companion with Suzuki vehicles.

Petron Launches Lubricant Line for Extreme Conditions

It’s not just drivers that suffer because of Manila’s constant traffic; vehicles go through a lot of stress as well. Stop-and-go traffic coupled with extreme heat can cause premature wear-and-tear on your car’s vital components. The country’s largest oil refining and marketing company, Petron, wants to put a stop of that with the launch of their newest line of fluids and lubricants.

As this most significant motor car prepares to gracefully leave the stage, it is fitting that the final Phantom VII, a beautifully appointed extended wheelbase limousine, has been created to celebrate the golden age of travel that Phantom defined.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Registers 10th Consecutive Year of Growth

Capping off 2016 with yet another record-breaking sales of 61,400 units, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) posted 13.5 percent growth in sales performance compared to its 54,087 units in 2015. This volume is the highest annual volume MMPC has ever attained. With this volume, MMPC was able to achieve its 10th consecutive year of annual sales growth. Meanwhile, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) & Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) reported to have sold a total volume of 359,572 units in 2016, indicating a 24.6 percent growth from 2015. MMPC captured 17.1 percent market share of CAMPI and TMA’s total volume, securing the brand’s number 2 position in the local automotive industry.

Mazda2 Premium Series ambassador Gino M. Santos made a short film, entitled “Away” putting to screen his emotions about the zoom-zoom brand and how the right frame of mind can whisk us away from all the negativity. The 25-year old television and film director and producer has worked on many projects, but this is his first short film since his college days.

Hyundai Celebrates Valentine's With "MWAH" (Madly Wanting A Hyundai) Promo

Longing for a loyal and reliable companion? For the entire month of love, you can have your Hyundai romance with the MWAH (Madly Wanting a Hyundai) promo which offers low down deals on the hottest Hyundai cars.

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