December 17, 2013
Official: Nissan Establishes New Joint Venture in Philippines
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (NML) announced the establishment of Nissan Philippines, Inc. (NPI), a new joint venture formed with long time partners Universal Motors Corporation (UMC) and Nissan Motor Philippines, Inc. (NMPI).
NPI, to be headquartered in Manila, will start operations as the new national sales company for the Philippines from early 2014 and will be responsible for strengthening branding, marketing and sales strategy, and dealer operations in the Filipino market. NPI intends to reinforce brand and sales power by broadening the product lineup and strengthening sales and services across the nation.
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News,
Nissan Corporate,
PHL Auto Industry
December 16, 2013
Philippine Car Price Guide: December 2013
The final edition of the Philippine Car Price Guide for 2013. We've got a handful of new models that make its way into the Guide:
- Chevrolet Malibu
- Ford Mustang 5.0 V8 GT Premium with Performance Package
- Hyundai Azera
- Hyundai i10 GLS A/T
- Mercedes-Benz S 500 LWB
- Peugeot 508 GT
- Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
- Volvo XC40
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Car Prices,
carguide.ph,
Price List
December 13, 2013
Make Your Hyundai Happy this Christmas Season with H.A.P.P.Y Tune-Ups
Give your Hyundai car a special Christmas gift and find yourself humming merrily with it all throughout the flurry of holiday activities.
Avail of Hyundai After-sales Premium Promo Year-ender (HAPPY) Tune-ups at selected dealerships from December 2-28, 2013.
Filed Under:
Hyundai Corporate,
News
BMW Unwraps 8th Dealership at EtonCentris, North EDSA
Asian Carmakers Corporation (ACC), the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, continues to celebrate unmatched leadership in the luxury vehicle segment with the recent inauguration of its latest dealership, AutoAllee BMW. Located at Eton Centris, North EDSA, AutoAllee BMW is the 8th dealership of BMW, the only luxury car brand in the country with the widest dealer network.
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BMW Corporate,
Dealerships,
News
All-New Isuzu D-Max Proves Fuel-Efficiency in Recent Eco Run
Hot on the heels of its well-received launch last September, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) shared some more good news about the D-Max pickup.
“This pickup is truly a workhorse that’s ideal for people who need a vehicle for both business and leisure. I am happy to note that the market realizes this, judging by consumers’ positive feedback with regards to sales and vehicle engine performance,” said Mr. Takashi Tomita, IPC Executive Vice-President as he gave his opening remarks.
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Isuzu D-Max,
News
Hyundai Motorsport Ready to Rally with i20 WRC Launch
Hyundai Motorsport has unveiled its full team line-up at a special launch event in Offenbach today, as the manufacturer gears up for its debut in the 2014 FIA World Rally Championship at Monte Carlo next month.
Hyundai Motorsport has set realistic targets for its debut season with the primary objective of finishing each rally event with two cars. The young team will approach each rally with the goal of accumulating vital knowledge and data in order to strengthen its foundations for subsequent years. Going up against vastly more experienced WRC competitors, the team knows that it has a steep learning curve, but it certainly relishes the challenge and will be aiming to compete for podium places during the season.
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Hyundai Corporate,
Motorsports,
News
December 12, 2013
Caltex with Techron: the Clean, Environmentally-Friendly Fuel
In recent months, gasoline fuel in the Philippines was put under close scrutiny due to claims made by local Volkswagen distributor Automobile Central Enterprise, Inc. (ACEI) that they couldn’t market and sell their gasoline models due to the presence of heavy metals such as manganese in locally available unleaded gasoline. As a refresher, manganese causes irreparable long-term damage to cars as well as public health (it’s a known carcinogen).
Chevron Philippines Helps Needy Communities in One Week of Caring
Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of the Caltex brand of fuels and lubricants, closes the year with a celebration of the spirit of volunteerism among its employees and business partners by helping out needy communities in one week of volunteerism called Week of Caring (WOC).
About 724 Chevron employees and Caltex retailers recently painted murals with children with learning disabilities, played traditional Filipino games with orphans, planted tree seedlings, did talk therapy with victims of sexual slavery in WW2, fed abandoned and abused animals, and cleared a turtle sanctuary in San Pascual, Batangas from trash and debris.
About 724 Chevron employees and Caltex retailers recently painted murals with children with learning disabilities, played traditional Filipino games with orphans, planted tree seedlings, did talk therapy with victims of sexual slavery in WW2, fed abandoned and abused animals, and cleared a turtle sanctuary in San Pascual, Batangas from trash and debris.
December 11, 2013
UPDATED: Motor Image Pilipinas launches Subaru Love Drive
UPDATE: We just included the Subaru Love Drive video after the break.
“Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru,” has been the Japanese automaker’s slogan for the North American market for quite some time. Though the Philippines is sticking to the international slogan, “Confidence in Motion”, it seems a bit of the love is rubbing onto Philippine distributor, Motor Image Pilipinas.
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CSR,
News,
Subaru Corporate
Buy a Ford Mustang, Get a Chance to Win a Ford Mustang Golf Cart
Ford Philippines today announced the launch of a new vehicle promotion with its ever-popular Ford Mustang, “Conquer the Highways, Rule the Fairways”.
Through this promo, Ford is offering their loyal customers the opportunity to not only conquer the road with their signature Ford Mustang but also rule the golf course with a specially-designed Ford Shelby GT500 golf cart.
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Ford Corporate,
Ford Mustang,
News
Hyundai Lateral Drift Season 8 Wraps Up; Winners Announced
The Hyundai Lateral Drift Pro-Am Championship Series 2013 concluded six rounds of heart-stopping drift battles among the country’s best drift drivers last November 30, 2013 at the Megatent in Libis, Quezon City.
This year, the competition shifted to higher gear as Drift Couple from Japan, Hiromi Kajikuma and Kimihiro Obata, graced the series as guest judges for all six rounds.
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Hyundai Corporate,
Lateral Drift,
Motorsports,
News
December 10, 2013
Vision Accomplished: CATS Motors Launches All-New S-Class
CATS Motors, Inc., the Philippine distributor of Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicles in the country recently launched what's deemed the "best car in the world", the all-new S-Class.
Built under the ethos of, "Essence of Modern Luxury", the all-new S-Class puts a lot of emphasis into the passenger comfort an convenience, especially for the rear occupants where the new or re-designed seats, air conditioning, and infotainment system all make themselves quite known even at a glance.
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Car Launch,
Luxury Car,
Mercedes-Benz S-Class,
News
An Eye on the Past, a Glimpse into the Future: 2013 Toyota Global Media Tour
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
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Feature,
Tokyo Motor Show,
Toyota Corporate,
Travel
Suzuki Boosts Network with Commonwealth Dealership
Suzuki Philippines, Inc. (SPH), the only integrated motorcycle and automobile company in the country, recently opened another 3S outlet in Quezon City in line with the company’s aggressive expansion.
The Suzuki Auto Commonwealth is a one-stop, full-service shop that can cater to sales, services, and spare parts needs of motorists in Metro Manila especially the Commonwealth Ave. Area in Quezon City. This is the first Suzuki 3S dealership along Commonwealth Avenue.
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Dealerships,
News,
Suzuki Corporate
December 9, 2013
Take Home a Honda This Holiday Season
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) shares the holiday spirit as it offers its exclusive treats for customers to get that dream car off their Christmas list. Available until December 31, 2013, the Honda City, and certain variants of the Civic and CR-V are being offered with outright cash discounts, freebies and flexible financing schemes, making it easier for you to drive home a Honda.
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Honda Corporate,
News
Toyota Motor Philippines Continues Strong Sales
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) continues to uphold strong sales this November 2013 with 7,458 units coming from October’s record-breaking sales of 7,476 units. In the Passenger Car segment, TMP sold a total of 2,715 units while the Commercial Vehicle segment tallied 4,743 units.
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News,
Toyota Corporate
December 8, 2013
Hyundai Green Dealership Design Awards Winners
Hyundai Central EDSA won the greenest Hyundai dealer award. |
Bagging First Place was the team of Francis Timothy Santos, Carla Lim, and Carem Morales who conceptualized a green Hyundai Central EDSA. Second Place went to Aedriane Celis and Danilo Donor who worked on the green design for Hyundai Commonwealth Avenue. Third Place went to Patrick Lawrence Monfort, Jilliane Gomez and Andrey Lopez who were assigned to Hyundai E. Rodriguez. Winners received trophies and cash prizes.
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Dealerships,
Hyundai Corporate,
News
Daimler Supports Yolanda Victims with € 500,000 Donation
Daimler AG will help the people of the Philippines. Due to the tragic events caused by the typhoon "Haiyan" the company provides on short notice 500,000 euro for the suffering population. The donation will go directly to the German Red Cross. The money will be used to bring vital relief supplies - such as tents, kitchen sets, hygiene kits and plastic sheets - for over 15,000 people in the Philippines. In addition, Daimler asks its employees to make donations.
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CSR,
Mercedes-Benz Corporate,
News
December 7, 2013
Tokyo Motor Show 2013: Subaru Goes Levorg...and It's Coming to the Philippines!
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
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Feature,
News,
Subaru Levorg,
Tokyo Motor Show,
Travel
Tokyo Motor Show 2013: Pair of Subaru Concepts Hint at Potential New Vehicles including all-new Outback
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
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Feature,
News,
Subaru Outback,
Tokyo Motor Show,
Travel
UPDATED: Subaru to Unveil Legacy Concept at Los Angeles Motor Show
Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the manufacturer of Subaru automobiles, today announced that the "Legacy Concept" will make its world debut at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show (Press day: November 20 and 21; Open to public from November 22 through December 1, 2013). The concept model hints at the future design direction of Subaru's flagship Legacy model.
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Los Angeles Auto Show,
News,
Subaru Legacy
December 5, 2013
Ford Shows Off All-New 2015 Mustang
All-new sophisticated design clearly inspired by 50 years of Mustang heritage evolved to attract wider array of customers and expand global market availability.
Mustang now available with three engines offering a broader power of choice – a more powerful 5.0-liter V8, a 3.7-liter V6 and an all-new fuel-efficient 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine.
Mustang sets new performance and dynamics benchmarks for the brand with world-class handling, more precise steering control and enhanced ride comfort.
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Ford Mustang,
News
TATA Motors Expands into PH; Appoints Pilipinas Taj Autogroup as Distributor
Tata Motors Ltd, India’s largest automobile company, has appointed Pilipinas Taj Autogroup Inc. (TAJ) as its Philippine distributor for Tata passenger and commercial vehicles. The Distribution Agreement, which was officially signed last October 31, 2013, is especially timely as the industry expects more robust growth in the coming year.
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News,
PHL Auto Industry,
TATA Corporate
Isuzu Pours More into Typhoon Yolanda Initiatives with Donation to WorldVision
Isuzu companies in the Philippines, both subsidiaries of Isuzu Motors Limited (IML) of Japan, have each made a contribution to an internationally recognized Christian organization for the continuing relief initiatives meant for the victims and survivors of Typhoon Yolanda.
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CSR,
Isuzu Corporate,
News
Tokyo Motor Show: Suzuki Goes Off-Road
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
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Feature,
News,
Suzuki Corporate,
Tokyo Motor Show,
Travel
Tokyo Motor Show 2013: Mitsubishi Shows Off 3 SUV Concepts
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
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Feature,
Mitsubishi Corporate,
Tokyo Motor Show,
Travel
December 3, 2013
Drive Safe with Nannar Tire Smart Cap
Having a correct tire pressure on our car is very important. It saves your money, fuel, and even protects life.
Healthy Living Inc, the distributor of Nannar Tire Pressure Monitoring LED Smart cap (TPMS), is a must for people that want to make sure that their tires are properly inflated. Once installed, it will alert you if your tire pressure drops by a set of point. And best of all, your tires will have longer tread life.
Tokyo Motor Show 2013: Nissan Shows Off Toyota 86 Fighter in Concept Form
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
The IDx concepts on the Nissan stand at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show are case studies. The first is a casual/lifestyle-focused vision, the IDx Freeflow. The second is IDx NISMO, an ultra-sporty model of the future that looks as if it came directly from a driving simulator.
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Feature,
News,
Nissan IDx,
Tokyo Motor Show,
Travel
Goodyear Announces Holiday Deals
With only a few weeks to go until Christmas, Goodyear Philippines is celebrating with some ‘giving of their own’ through a Worry Free Holiday promo. From November 1, 2013, to January 31, 2014, motorists who purchase a set of Goodyear tires from participating outlets nationwide will receive a free limited edition Goodyear gift.
Chevrolet Makati Opens
Chevrolet Philippines shifted into high gear when it opened its new dealership at the heart of Makati City’s Automotive Row last October 31. One of the new generation dealerships that adhere to the new Corporate Identity Standards pioneered by GM International Operations, the Makati dealership is set to raise the bar for automotive excellence with its outstanding showroom experience, customer relations management, and sales and aftersales services. Located along Chino Roces Avenue (formerly Pasong Tamo Extension), the dealership that broke ground last May stands with an imposing view coming out of the Lumbang gate of Dasmarinas Village.
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Chevrolet Corporate,
Dealerships,
News
December 2, 2013
Race of Champions 2013 is Cancelled
The Race of Champions 2013 has been cancelled. Here is the press release they just issued:
The Sports Authority of Thailand and the organizers of the 2013 Race Of Champions have announced that the event cannot take place as planned on December 14-15 due to the current political situation in Bangkok.
Our thoughts are with the Thai people during this difficult period and we wish that a peaceful solution will soon be found. The Race Of Champions has been held all over the world for 25 consecutive years and we are currently looking at options of repeating the success of last year's event in Bangkok on another date.
Fans who have already purchased tickets for this year’s Race Of Champions should contact Thai Ticket Major or their ticketing agent for further information on refunds.
The Sports Authority of Thailand and the organizers of the 2013 Race Of Champions have announced that the event cannot take place as planned on December 14-15 due to the current political situation in Bangkok.
Our thoughts are with the Thai people during this difficult period and we wish that a peaceful solution will soon be found. The Race Of Champions has been held all over the world for 25 consecutive years and we are currently looking at options of repeating the success of last year's event in Bangkok on another date.
Fans who have already purchased tickets for this year’s Race Of Champions should contact Thai Ticket Major or their ticketing agent for further information on refunds.
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News
Tokyo Motor Show 2013: Honda Shows Jazz-Based Crossover, Ability to Think Outside the Box
Photos by Ulysses Ang |
Filed Under:
Feature,
Honda HR-V,
News,
Tokyo Motor Show
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