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May 28, 2015

Monster Jam Poised to Heat Up Manila


When it comes to motorsport competitions, nothing can get bigger and livelier than Monster Jam. Witness four-meter tall, five-ton monster trucks wreak havoc in the special race track set up only for them. Monster Jam trucks will face off in two major competitions. The first one is the traditional bracket racing. The first truck to cross the finish line will be declared the winner, but it won't be as easy. The race track is planted with metal boulders, crash vans and more. The second competition gives the drivers and their monster trucks a chance to show-off their astonishing stunts, twists and jumps in the freestyle competition. No other competition will have your heart pumping as hard. These monster superstars are out to give their fans a show they won't forget.

E-Trikes Share Limelight at APEC 2015


As the issue of climate change gain momentum on the world stage, zero-emission electric trikes (e-trikes) shared the limelight at this year’s APEC 2015 summit hosted by the Philippines.

Havoline Supports 2015 Toyota Fest Philippines


Caltex Lubricants Philippines held the fourth and final leg of Havoline’s Drive to Protection: Tune Up for the Ultimate Road Trip Experience campaign at the 2015 Toyota Fest Philippines last May 23 at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan.

Suzuki Expands Network with East Avenue Dealership


Suzuki Philippines, Inc. (SPH), the only integrated motorcycle and automobile company in the country, officially opened its first 3S automobile dealership along East Avenue in line with its aggressive expansion efforts.  The new dealership, which is Suzuki’s 31st 3S dealership in the Philippines, will offer Sales, Spare parts, and Services. Suzuki Auto East Avenue is a one-stop shop that can now provide a complete array of Suzuki services to motorists around the Quezon City area.

May 26, 2015

Mazda CX-5 Reaches Production Milestone


Just three years and five months since production started in November 2011, the Mazda CX-5 has reached a production milestone. Just a few days ago, the 1,000,000th (yes, one millionth) CX-5 crossover has rolled off the assembly line. This makes it the second fastest Mazda model to reach the milestone—the first being the Mazda3.

PGA Cars to Hold Premium Festival in Bonifacio Global City


PGA Cars, the exclusive importer and distributor of Audi, Porsche, Lamborghini, and Bentley cars in the Philippines will be holding the PGA Cars Premium Festival weekend. The event will be held at the PGA Center in Global City from Friday, 29 to Sunday, 31 May 2015.

Experience the most exciting premium cars from PGA Cars such as the Audi A3 sedan, the Audi Q5, the Porsche Boxster, the Porsche Macan, the Bentley Flying Spur, and the Lamborghini Huracan. Attractive financing options will be available in partnership with BDO and Prudential Guarantee.

For more information please contact +63-2-727-0381 to 85.

Isuzu Philippines Rewards 100,000th Crosswind Owner


On May 12, 2015, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) officially awarded the winner of the P100,000 cash rebate for the 100,000th unit owner of the Isuzu Crosswind - the winner, a lucky family man from Cagayan De Oro City, Mr. Nestor A. Bagaporo, who together with his family received the award at IPC’s local dealership in CDO.

Yokohama Philippine GT Championship Kicks Off 2015 Season


The Yokohama Philippine GT Championship is finally back with the 2015 season, starting with the first race of the year held last May 16 to 17 at the Clark International Speedway (CIS).

Philippine Car Price Guide: May 2015

Contrary to popular belief, we weren’t sleeping on the job. We were just waiting for launch of key models to update the May 2015 edition of the monthly Philippine Car Price Guide. Here are the new or updated entries. Remember, entries with clickable links means that there is a review.
  • BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (new)
  • Ford Everest (new)
  • Ford Mustang (new)
  • Honda Mobilio (new)
  • Honda Odyssey (price adjustment)
  • Isuzu D-Max (new)
  • Kia Picanto (new)
  • Lexus GS 350 (price adjustment)
  • Mazda3 1.6 Maxx (new)
  • Mazda6 Skyactiv (new)
  • Mazda CX-5 (new)
  • Toyota Hiace Super Grandia LXV (new)
  • Toyota Innova (price adjustment)
  • Toyota RAV4 (price adjustment)

First Drive: 2015 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (w/ Video)


When BMW unveiled the 2 Series Active Tourer, it felt like an arrow straight through the heart of purists. For so long, they held on to treasured brand values like sporty designs and of course, rear wheel drive. They tolerated Chris Bangle, but this? BMW’s first-ever MPV, first-ever front-wheel drive car, and first-ever use of a three-cylinder engine? It isn’t just an arrow—it’s an arrow through an arrow through an arrow. It’s a move that makes Robin Hood proud. Imagine the other German brands snickering, “Whut iz wrong with ze water in Munich? Too much Paulander?!