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November 5, 2018

NISMO is All About Total Balance

It was quite a weird interview. Just as he sat down, NISMO Chief Product Specialist Hiroshi Tamura immediately said, “Do not ask me about the next GT-R—I cannot say when it will be launched!” He also added that despite murmurs of the future GT-R becoming an EV Concept, it may not necessarily be the case. In any case, the final product, should there be any, will be up to the “customer voice.”

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), through its corporate social responsibility arm, HARI Foundation, Inc. (HFI), has teamed up with UP-PGH and the UP-PGH Cancer Institute on a pioneering initiative for women empowerment through proactive healthcare, entitled the “Alagang Breastfriend” project.

Suzuki Philippines, Inc. donated 16 vehicles to ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation (ALKFI) for use in two of ALKFI’s flagship programs—Bantay Bata 163 and Batay Kalikasan.

Furthering its commitment to an all-electric future, General Motors is developing e-bikes as a means to give their customers “freedom of movement beyond the traditional vehicle.”

Mazda's Revised MX-5 Engine to Go Racing Starting Next Year

It was only a matter of time, but Mazda has formally announced that by next year, the Global Mazda MX-5 Cup will move over to the more powerful 2.0-liter Skyactiv-G motor.

Bullish on the all-new Forester and models equipped with Subaru EyeSight technology, Motor Image Pilipinas recently revealed that they are expanding their dealership presence to 34 dealerships within the next two years.

Just like most other Hondas, the Brio was exported from the carmaker’s manufacturing hub in Thailand. Well, it seems that there’s a bit of a twist when it comes to the second-generation Brio. It’s now coming out of Indonesia.

City of Marikina to Measure Air Quality with Help of Mitsubishi iMiEV Vehicles

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation shows support for Clean Air Asia (CAA), the City Government of Marikina, and the Department of Natural Resources (DENR) in their advocacy for better air quality and healthier living.

Dampened by the high inflation, interest rate hike, and a surge in oil prices, the Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors (AVID) sales witnessed a slowdown, recording 65,917 units sold, a 13 percent year-to-date decline from last year’s 75,949 units sold. In Q3 2018, the association slipped by 18 percent with 22,774 units sold against Q3 2017’s 27,605 units sold.

Now that Nissan Philippines has whetted your appetite for the 370Z, here’s a dream project you can consider if you’re lucky enough to get your grimy hands on one: the Nissan Motorsports Project Clubsport 23.

Volvo has selected the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Xavier computer for its next-generation of vehicles, which roll into production starting in 2020.

Maynilad Water Services, Inc. announced its partnership with Waze, to help mitigate the impact of the water company’s activities on traffic flow around Metro Manila.

If you find yourself in Japan this December, do yourself a favor and attend the NISMO Festival at the Fuji Speedway. Celebrating 60 years of Nissan global motorsports, the NISMO Festival will not only show Nissan’s racecars past and present, but also its future.

A car’s roof makes for an ideal place to put solar cells, particularly in an electric-hybrid or EV application, so it’s surprising that it took a while for a carmaker to come up with this seemingly practical use of solar charging technology.

Veygo, an insurance company came up with a list of the “World’s Most Desired Motors.” The list is compiled by analyzing Google search data for the past 12 months.

Subaru Confirms: Philippine Models Affected by Global Vehicle Recall

Motor Image Pilipinas, the official distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines has confirmed that several of its models are affected by two global recalls covering the valve springs and multi-information display.

Twelve-Time Subaru Car Challenge Veteran Finally Gets Top Prize

Twelve time’s the charm for Singaporean Analiza Mokhtar who bested 399 other contestants to win the 2018 Subaru Car Challenge.

Filipinos Bow Out of 2018 Subaru Car Challenge

At the dawn of the fourth day of the 2018 Mediacorp Subaru Car Challenge, more than 356 contestants have dropped out including the last standing Filipino.

Whether you like it or not, crossovers are now officially the modern-day family car. Raised, boxy, and utilitarian, they’re compromised to a degree but remain a no brainer option for buyers who want something flexible. But every now and then, there comes one that goes beyond the norm. In this case, it’s the CX-5 AWD Sport D—Mazda’s full-bodied compact crossover.

Celebrated every November 1, “Undas” or All Saints’ Day is an enduring Filipino tradition where families honor the memory of their departed loved ones by visiting their final resting place.

Starting October 31, thousands of motorists will rush out of Metro Manila to be with their families and remember lost loved ones. Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), will help ensure driver and passenger safety with Caltex Ka-Roadtrip Motorists Assistance Program at select Caltex stations along major highways in northern and southern Luzon.

Just in time for the re-opening of a rehabilitated Boracay Island, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) turned over to Grab Philippines units of the Isuzu modernized public utility vehicle (PUV) at the island’s Bolabog Terminal on October 26—the very day of the island paradise’s official re-opening to foreign and domestic tourists.

After an announcement two weeks ago, top executives from Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), Grab Philippines, and Toyota Financial Services Philippines (TFSPH) officially signed the Memorandum of Agreement that makes vehicle replacement and regular maintenance easier for existing TNVS drivers.

Three Filipinos Left Standing at 2018 Subaru Car Challenge

85 Singaporean and 40 regional contestants are still in the running for this year’s Grand Prize of a brand-new Subaru Impreza 2.0i-S at the 2018 Mediacorp Subaru Car Challenge. Participants from the region have proven themselves to be strong contenders amidst the unpredictable weather on the second day.

The country’s most-awaited endurance race, the Petron x 8 Oras ng Pilipinas, is now setting up for yet another epic test of man and machine. Lights turn green this coming December 1 to 2, 2018 at the Clark International Speedway and teams who dare to take on the challenge may now submit their entries.

Bermaz Auto Philippines, Inc. (BAP) has begun construction of a P 250 million-peso warehouse and training facility situated in Cabuyao, Laguna.

Mediacorp and Subaru Kicks Off the 2018 Car Challenge in Singapore

The Mediacorp Subaru Car Challenge has kicked off at exactly 1 PM today at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza in Singapore.

Some Filipinos decry the loss of the Crosswind as a no-nonsense people carrier; and while there’s the mu-X SUV, its P 1.5 million price point meant it was out of reach for some buyers. Well, Isuzu Philippines Corporation has some good news for all penny pinchers out there.

Despite the overall sales slump affecting the Philippine automotive industry, Motor Image Pilipinas remains confident of its own performance as the year heads to the crucial fourth quarter. This has led the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles to continue with its aggressive Philippine market expansion plans.

Centro Manufacturing Corporation, the country’s leading truck body builder has recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Nippon Fruehauf to locally manufacturer insulated sandwich panels as well as locally assemble and install ref van bodies on local truck platforms.

Isuzu Philippines is Looking to Produce This Special D-MAX Variant

Isuzu Philippines Corporation is previewing a possible special variant of the D-MAX pickup truck at the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS).

SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. (SMCACDC), the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines shows the future of luxury with a showcase of its latest products led by the first-ever 6 Series Gran Turismo and the all-new X4.

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