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April 9, 2018

Subaru Philippines Updates BRZ Sportscar for 2018; Upgrades Don't Cost a Thing


While all attention was focused on the introduction of their EyeSight driver assist technology, Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the country also quietly introduced the 2018 Subaru BRZ.

May 22, 2023

2023 Mazda MX-5 RF: Long-Term Test Introduction


Remember that owner who gave me access to a 2023 Snowflake White Mazda MX-5 RF late last year? You know, the one with the Terracota interior? Well, I’ve got a confession to make: I’m that bastard. At the time, I felt prudent not to announce it all over the internet primarily because there was a supply shortage of MX-5s. But now that supplies have stabilized (more or less) and wait lists have shortened (more or less), it’s time for me to discuss ownership of the two-seater sportscar.

July 21, 2022

Here's Your First Look At The PH-Spec 2023 Toyota GR86


Toyota Motor Philippines is now officially previewing the all-new second-generation GR86 ahead of its August market debut.

January 28, 2013

Subaru BRZ Goes Racing in Japan with RA


Subaru is readying a racing-spec version of the BRZ straight from the assembly line. In fact, it's made to compete in the upcoming GAZOO Racing 86/BRZ Race series starting in Summer of 2013. Sadly, the just-announced BRZ RA will be offered for the Japanese domestic market only.

January 18, 2016

Tokyo Auto Salon 2016: Subaru is Proud of Boxer


Subaru and its tuning division, STI shows that it’s “proud of boxer” with a slew of racing and racing-inspired machines at the 2016 Tokyo Auto Salon. STI also used this opportunity to outline their motorsports activities for the year.

July 25, 2023

Subaru BRZ Gets Tuned By STI Treatment


Subaru has given its BRZ sportscar the “tuned by STI” treatment and better still, it’s no longer a Japan market exclusive.

March 13, 2023

Subaru PH Bumps Up Prices Of Forester, WRX, Outback


Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the country, has increased the prices of several of its models effective immediately.

July 24, 2022

Subaru Celebrates 10 Years Of The BRZ With This Limited Edition Variant


Subaru is celebrating 10 years of the Subaru BRZ sportscar with this limited-edition model strictly for sale in their home market of Japan.

April 12, 2021

Subaru and STI Previews Performance Parts for All-New 2022 BRZ


The Japan-market Subaru BRZ may be just a few days old, but that hasn’t stopped Subaru’s go-fast division, Subaru Technica International, or STI, from working on performance parts for their version of the lightweight rear-wheel drive sportscar.

January 12, 2020

Subaru and STI Come Up with Their Own "GT" Models in Japan


How’s this for a plot twist. Motor Image may have been the first one to come up with their own special GT Edition models like the Forester GT Edition and the Subaru XV GT Edition, but Subaru Corporation’s now doing the same.

March 25, 2020

All-New Toyota 86, Subaru BRZ Coming in 2021 and Will Pack 255 Horsepower


With the current Toyota 86 / Subaru BRZ nearing the end of its lifecycle, rumors are starting to swirl about its replacement. Confirmed that the collaboration between Toyota and Subaru will continue for the second-generation model, there are now reports that it’ll pack more power, ride on a new platform, and for Toyota, a brand-new badge.

April 2, 2015

Subaru BRZ STI Concept is Start of STI's World Domination


Subaru’s performance division, Subaru Technica International or better known as STI, is expanding their global reach. At the New York International Auto Show, Subaru has announced that they are replacing the US-based Subaru Performance Tuning (SPT) in providing aftermarket parts as well as increased engineering presence in the company’s Global RallyCross Team.

February 2, 2019

There Will Be a Second-Generation Subaru BRZ


The introduction of the Toyota Supra, particularly a base 197-horsepower variant in Japan has certainly put the “Toyobaru” twins back in the spotlight. Will Subaru and Toyota move forward with a next-generation 86 and BRZ? Or will their affordable coupe bit the dust after just one, albeit lengthy, model generation?

July 14, 2014

Motor Image Launches Subaru XV STI Performance, Coming to PHL in September

Event Photos by Ulysses Ang
Cementing its foothold as the exclusive distributor of Subaru in the region, Motor Image has unveiled the new Subaru XV STI Performance Edition at its new 3S Center in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. The Subaru XV STI Performance Edition combines the rugged sportiness of the Subaru XV urban crossover with STI’s world-renowned engineering prowess to create a vehicle with enhanced aesthetics and performance from improved handling and aerodynamics. At the same time, the launch of the XV STI Performance Edition marks a stronger market presence for Subaru’s tuning division, Subaru Technica International or better known as STI.

December 10, 2020

Subaru PH to Launch 6 New Models in Next 18 Months


The pandemic and the resulting economic slowdown forced Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the country to scuttle their plans this year. As a result, they’ve had to delay several of their much-awaited vehicle launches, opting instead to launch them in 2021.

August 20, 2013

Subaru Launches BRZ tS for Japan Market


Subaru Tecnica International Inc. (STI) took the wraps off the Subaru BRZ tS (Tuned by STI), an enhanced version of the BRZ which adds "strength and nimbleness" effectively offering a driver "oneness with vehicle" and "agile handling pleasure".

Changes to the BRZ tS are limited to handling components (sorry, no turbocharger this time). The BRZ tS uses a large-diameter driveshaft and STI's unique flexible parts. Plus, the BRZ tS receives Brembo ventilated brakes as well as larger, 18-inch wheels and a STI designed front under spoiler. There's also a "STI / tS" fender garnish as well as a revised speedometer with the STI logo inside. The BRZ tS model is limited to 500 units including the 250 units of the GT PACKAGE.

Coinciding with the launch of the BRZ tS, a special GT PACKAGE is made available. The BRZ tS GT PACKAGE features a high-type dry carbon rear spoiler (actually nicked from the WRX STI S206), black 18-inch aluminum wheels, and Recaro front seats.

December 5, 2021

Philippine Spec 2022 Toyota GR86, Subaru BRZ Could Pack More Standard Horsepower


Toyota has revealed the final power and torque specs of its second-generation 86 (now called GR86) sportscar for the European market. And in a surprise, it actually makes slightly more power than its North American counterpart, and is a close match to its Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) version.

May 11, 2016

Happy 50th Birthday, Subaru Boxer!


Fuji Heavy Industries, the manufacturer of Subaru automobiles, is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its horizontally-opposed “Boxer” engine. And despite reaching its golden years, the Boxer engine isn’t slowing down one bit. It’s celebrating this milestone by scooping up yet another Ward’s 10 Best Engines of the Year: the 2.0-liter FA20DIT found in the Subaru WRX.

October 20, 2019

The Subaru XV is Now Just P 1.298M While Supplies Last


Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines is offering the last few 2018 model year (MY2018) units in their inventory at a substantial discount while supplies last.