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November 21, 2014

Philippine Car Price Guide: October-November 2014

The much awaited, much delayed Philippine Car Price Guide is finally here. It’s been a good two months since the last update, but you know what they say, patience is a virtue. So sit back, relax, and glance through the most up-to-date Car Price Guide researched by yours truly. Seems you don’t need a back office to do these things!

Here are the new things in this update:

BMW M135i
BMW M235i
BMW M3
BMW M4
Ford Escape
Ford Explorer Sport
Ford Ranger Wildtrak (price adjustment)
Honda Brio (price adjustment)
Honda City (new variants)
Honda Civic (new variants)
Honda CR-V (new variants)
Honda Jazz (price adjustment)
Hyundai Grand Starex (new variants)
Lexus RC F
Mitsubishi Mirage (price adjustment)
Tata Ace
Tata Indica
Tata Indigo
Tata Xenon (price adjustment)
Toyota RAV4 (price adjustment)
Toyota Wigo (price adjustment)
Volvo S60 (new variant)

This November, three powerful automotive brands come together to bring you the first Ayala Auto Fair organized by Ayala Automotive Holdings Corporation. Taking centerstage at the Ayala Triangle Gardens from November 26-28, Ayala-owned dealers of Honda, Isuzu, and Volkswagen, will showcase some of the best vehicles in the country today.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai vehicles in the Philippines, saw its sales accelerate to 1,982 units for the month of October, reflecting solid growth of 18% year-on-year. To-date, sales reached a total of 19,675 units for the first 10 months of the year, up by 10% from the same period last year.

Harley-Davidson of Manila and Harley Owners Group (HOG) join forces to stage one of the biggest gatherings of premium motorbike enthusiasts in the Philippines: BIKEFEST 2014. A whole day of fun activities will be held at the SM MOA grounds, planetarium parking lot, Pasay City, on the 29th of November 2014, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM the next day.

Asian Carmakers Corporation (ACC), the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, recently forged ties with the Philippine Government to roll out over 200 BMW luxury vehicles to serve as VIP mobility shuttle for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) event to be hosted by the Philippines in 2015. Secretary Albert Del Rosario of the Department of Foreign Affairs, together with Governor Jose Ch. Alvarez, Chairman of ACC, led representatives from the national governement and key officers of ACC to formalize the partnership in a signing ceremony held at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel in Makati City.

Ford Philippines Hosts Opening of Largest Dealership in the Country

Ford Philippines celebrates the continued expansion of its nationwide dealer network with a gala event to mark the opening of Ford Alabang, the biggest Ford dealership in the country.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), Honda’s automobile business unit in the Philippines, opens additional Honda Accessory Corner business in Honda Cars Alabang (HCAL) and Honda Cars Global City (HCGC) with the continuous effort to provide its valued customers an enhanced driving enjoyment and ownership experience.

There’s more reason to travel in luxury as an exclusive travel promo awaits BMW car owners nationwide. In partnership with Asian Carmakers Corporation (ACC), the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, the world’s most awarded airline Singapore Airlines (SIA) brings exceptional fares to 16 destinations in three continents.

UPDATED: 2015 Mitsubishi Strada Unveiled

UPDATE 4: It has officially launched (3/20).

UPDATE 3: Here is the official Philippine brochure. (3/7).

UPDATE 2: More info of the Philippine-spec model via an interview with Mr. Namiki. (2/14).

UPDATE 1: More info, pics of 2015 Mitsubishi Strada/Triton live at the 31st Thailand Motor Expo 2014 (12/1).

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has formally unveiled the all-new Triton (our Strada) in Thailand. It’s the Triton’s first full re-design after nine long years and it’s already on sale in Thailand. It will soon hit other markets, including the Philippines, in 2015.

Mazda used the Los Angeles Auto Show to unveil a new addition to its Skyactiv-equipped crossover range: the CX-3. The CX-3 will first launch in Japan in 2015 followed by the rest of the world soon thereafter. Mazda believes it will become a core product in their ever-expanding model range.

Loyal Petron customers will have the instant sur-prize of their lives when the oil industry leader rolls out its biggest ever promo, starting from November 15, 2014 to February 15, 2015.

Now on its 4th smashing year, Kia will once again bring one lucky test-drive participant to the Land Down Under to witness world-class tennis action at the Australian Open 2015!

Volvo Philippines celebrates its 20th year with a grand gesture as it offers its valued clients and Volvo enthusiasts a myriad of exclusive offers tailored to make their Volvo ownership a more rewarding experience.

Honda Cars Global City (HCGC), situated along 28th Street corner 9th Avenue, City Center, Bonifacio Global City, launches its Night Service Program beginning this month of November; extending its service operations to a total of 19 hours.

Review: 2014 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ Hatchback

Photos by Ulysses Ang

About two years ago, I was given the opportunity to drive the Sonic (sedan, hatchback), Chevrolet’s replacement to the solid but otherwise unremarkable Aveo. And while I had a great time loving the delectably designed exterior, premium feeling interior, and the respectably solid driving manners. The experience was without its hiccups, but in the end, you know the General is heading in the right direction with their revitalized sub-compact.

Get a Free iPhone 6 for Selected Volkswagen Purchases Until December 31, 2014

This season, don’t get caught in traffic while on your way to Christmas gatherings. Navigate your way with Volkswagen and the most anticipated gadget of the year – the iPhone 6.

One of Suzuki’s most well-loved compact cars, the Suzuki Swift, recently achieved a worldwide sales milestone of four million units since sales started in 2004. Demand remains high for the Swift in various countries where Suzuki operates, including the Philippines.

Editor’s Note: If you want to check out the full launch story, click here. For the ASEAN launch story, click here. Philippine specs, model variants, and prices here.

You’ve seen the all-new 2015 Ford Everest. Now let these handy “cheat sheets” help you out. These series of factoids, produced by Ford serves as a handy chart to see why the Everest is bound to re-write the SUV rulebook when it finally hits Manila and the rest of ASEAN soon. It’s pretty extensive covering its heritage, safety technology, exterior and interior design, and a whole lot more.

From December 3 to 6, Abu Dhabi’s spectacular Yas Marina circuit will host the 2014 Finali Mondiali Ferrari, which therefore takes place outside Europe for the first time. The event features four days of excitement and spectacle, of the sort that only Ferrari can provide, aimed at all fans of the Prancing Horse.

UPDATED: 2015 Ford Everest: This is It

UPDATE 4: See the Philippine specs, models, and prices here (05/19/2015).

UPDATE 3: The ASEAN model has been launched (03/25/2015).

UPDATE 2: We included the fact sheets of the all-new Ford Everest here (11/14/2014).

UPDATE 1: We included the official press release after the break (11/14/2014).

After countless teasing, the all-new production Ford Everest has finally been revealed and it’s undoubtedly going to be the benchmark by which every mid-sized SUV would be measured against. Built from the ground up to be a smart, rugged, and refined SUV, the all-new Everest promises to blend rugged off-road capability with exceptional on-road ride quality and dynamic handling.

The MediaCorp Subaru Challenge 2014 came to a dramatic finish, with the Singaporean 50 year-old catering officer, Mr G. Jaishanker emerging as the champion and setting a new Challenge record time of 82 hours and 16 minutes after the runner up, Ms Analiza Binte Mokhtar dropped out.

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November 21, 2014

Philippine Car Price Guide: October-November 2014

First Ayala Auto Fair Happening on November 26-28 at Ayala Triangle Gardens

Hyundai Sales Up 18 Percent in October

Bikefest 2014 Happening on November 29 at SM MOA Grounds

BMW Named As Official Premium Mobility Partner for APEC 2015

November 20, 2014

Ford Philippines Hosts Opening of Largest Dealership in the Country

Honda Accessories Corner Now Open in Alabang and Global City Dealerships

Singapore Airlines Offer Exclusive Travel Deals to BMW Owners

November 19, 2014

UPDATED: 2015 Mitsubishi Strada Unveiled

All-New Mazda CX-3 is the Urbanite's Crossover

Instant Cars and Motorcycles at Stake in Petron Fast Prize Promo

Smash Your Way to the Australian Open 2015 in Kia's Newest Promo

Volvo Gives Back with 20/20 Platinum Program

Honda Global City Pioneers Night Service Operations

November 18, 2014

Review: 2014 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ Hatchback

November 14, 2014

Get a Free iPhone 6 for Selected Volkswagen Purchases Until December 31, 2014

Suzuki Swift Sells 4 Million Units Worldwide

All You Need to Know About the 2015 Ford Everest

Finali Mondiali Ferrari to be held in Abu Dhabi this December

November 13, 2014

UPDATED: 2015 Ford Everest: This is It

Subaru Palm Challenge 2014: New Winner Crowned After Record 82 Hours and 16 Minutes