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January 16, 2015

Kia Global Sales Grow 5.9 Percent in 2014


Kia Motors Corporation announced its 2014 full-year global sales figures (export sales, domestic sales and sales from overseas plants) for passenger cars, recreational vehicles (RVs) and commercial vehicles, recording a total of 2,907,757 units sold. This figure represents a 5.9% cumulative year-on-year increase compared to 2013.

The Ultimate Motorists Card Awaits BPI Family Auto Loan Customers


Starting today, BPI Family Auto Loan gives you the full-fledged motorist value card that allows you to enjoy tons of exciting deals and numerous privileges as you own your new car. From now until March 31, 2015, all clients who successfully avail of an auto loan will get a free BPI Family Auto Loan-Petron Value Card.

NAIAS 2015: Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang is Most Extreme Mustang Ever


The North American International Auto Show sees the launch of the most race-ready road-legal Ford Mustang ever: the new Shelby GT350R Mustang. This limited edition model is the modern interpretation of the 1965 Shelby GT350 Competition which is one of the most iconic variants of the Mustang ever made.

National Drag Racing Championship Set to Begin 2015 Season this Weekend


The Batangas Racing Circuit, Inc. (BRCI) has recently published the much-awaited 2015 National Drag Racing Championship (NDRC) season calendar and it's all set to begin this January 17.

January 14, 2015

UPDATED: Volkswagen Touran Serves as Alternative Popemobile


UPDATE 1: We included the official press release below the break (1/16).

When he’s not waving to the crowds atop the white, open-air jeepney, His Holiness Pope Francis will be using the Volkswagen Touran as his official car in Manila when he attends private meetings and functions. You could say therefore that it’s the alternative Popemobile during his visit here.

NAIAS 2015: Chevrolet Volt is a Sexy Electric Vehicle


Chevrolet is taking a crack at the extended-range EV vehicle (EREV) market with the 2016 Volt. After being lauded for its technology, the previous Volt failed to live up to sales expectations due to a less than enthusiastic reaction from the North American market and the arrival of offerings such as the Tesla Model S. Chevrolet aims to change that with the all-new, second-generation Volt which features a top-down re-think.

Carmudi Reshapes Online Car Buying and Selling Experience


Carmudi, the leading vehicle platform around the world, has recently tapped the Philippine automotive scene in providing buyers, sellers, and car dealers an opportunity to experience safe and convenient online transaction.

Ford Awards Motoring Journalism Excellence at 14th Annual Henry Ford Awards


Ford Philippines celebrates motoring journalism excellence today at the 14th annual Henry Ford Awards (HFA), the country’s most prestigious journalism award-giving body that recognizes the best multimedia work of journalists that helped drive and shape the automotive industry in 2014.

January 13, 2015

NAIAS 2015: Ford F-150 Raptor Also Gets EcoBoost Power, 10-Speed Automatic


Ford unveiled its next-generation muscle car for the off-road, the F-150 Raptor at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Compared to the outgoing model, the all-new Raptor features a purpose-built, high-strength steel frame (no more bent chassis issues, I presume) and a lightweight aluminum body that sheds more than 500 pounds (226 kilograms).

NAIAS 2015: Hyundai Santa Cruz Concept is a Urban Adventurer's Pick-Up


Modern urbanization is impacting the market in a broad way, and this trend is especially strong with young adults, who face tighter parking on streets and parking garages, and increasing congestion overall. These trends are not confined to one specific region; they’re happening in urban hubs everywhere. These “Urban Adventurers” have a different mindset, being very active both socially, and in their communities, bringing a pioneering spirit to make their neighborhoods a better place to live and work.