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February 9, 2017

Land Rover Makes Original Range Rover Available Once More


Land Rover is now offering a unique opportunity for enthusiasts to purchase an original and highly collectible Range Rover expertly sourced and comprehensively restored by Land Rover Classic in the United Kingdom. The first example, a three-door Range Rover Classic will make its debut in Paris at the Salon Rétromobile 2017.

Nissan Just Built the Most Badass Van Ever


Who says vans aren’t badass? Well, Nissan seems to prove everyone wrong with the one-of-a-kind Nissan NV Cargo X which is the most extreme version of Nissan’s commercial vehicle flagship in the US, the NV Cargo van. It stands over 2.2 meters tall on 37-inch tires and is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 Cummins turbo diesel engine transplanted from the Nissan Titan XD full-sized pickup truck.

Honda Wants You to Find Your Perfect Match


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), Honda’s automobile unit in the Philippines, wants everyone to find their “perfect match” this 2017. All customers who will inquire, test drive, reserve, or purchase a brand new Honda vehicle  from February 1 to February 28, 2017 is entitled to a discount voucher of up to P 100,000 (except for the BR-V).

Hyundai Philippines and Gawad Kalinga: A Decade of Partnership


The key to a sustainable corporate social investment lies in identifying one’s sense of purpose and, from there, grow one’s work to benefit both business and society. This was the key message of HARI Foundation, Inc. (HFI) President Ma. Fe Perez-Agudo at the Plenary Session of the 4TH Global Social Business Summit of Gawad Kalinga (GK), held at the Hyundai Center for Green Innovation (HCGI) at the GK Enchanted Farm in Angat, Bulacan. Summit theme was “Social Market: Disruption for Shared Prosperity Now.” The HFI president addressed some 700 participants from 20 countries.

February 8, 2017

Honda Opens 36th Dealership in Angeles, Pampanga


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. opens its 36th dealership in Angeles-Clark area. Honda Cars Angeles-Clark (HCAC) is located in Manuel A. Roxas Highway, Clark Freeport Zone, Angeles-Clark, Pampanga.

2018 Ford Expedition Offers Supersized Sophistication (w/ 14 Photos, Video)


The demise of the full-sized SUV is premature as Ford takes the wraps off the all-new, fourth-generation Expedition. The super-sized Expedition, like all other Fords, is touted to be the “smartest, most capable, and most adaptable ever.”

Michelin Truck Tire Awarded for "Fighting Against Climate Change"


The French Ministry of Ecology, Energy, and the Sea and the Agency for the Environment and Energy Control have awarded Michelin the Circular Economy Grand Prize, “fighting against climate change” special Mention, for the eco-design and retreading process of its Truck tires as well as for its Michelin Solutions offers.

February 7, 2017

Jump Start 2017 with Deals from Ford Philippines


Search for fortunate deals from Ford Philippines’ financing offers and cash promotions for select Ford vehicles -Everest, Ranger, EcoSport, Fiesta and Focus valid until February 28 at Ford dealerships nationwide.

Second-Generation Mazda CX-5 Off to Great Start


It looks like the all-new CX-5 is poised to be a big hit for Mazda. In its home country of Japan, reservations have spiked to 9,055 units since order books opened last December. And with customer deliveries starting only five days ago, the Hiroshima-based carmaker is expected to move around 2,400 of them monthly.

Review: 2017 Ford Everest Titanium+ 3.2 4WD


They say, you’re not supposed to meet your heroes. There’s a danger that once you see them up close, they won’t seem as perfect eye-to-eye as opposed to being perched on their towering pedestal. That’s the dilemma with the Ford Everest. After a drive in Thailand, I’ve yet to try it on Manila roads. In the two years that passed, fate played itself cruelly as cancellations, re-schedules, and even a minor hiccup meant no seat time. As 2017 rolled in, so did a minor refresh. This is the Everest featured here. While its blemishes don’t make it so god-like anymore, from where I stand, it still remains the mid-sized SUV’s hero car.

February 6, 2017

Foilacar Industries Offers New Sprayable Vinyl Wrap


Foilacar Industries, the company that innovated “wrapping” or “foiling” as a means of paint protection and preservation is launching a new product line that can be sprayed on just like paint. Called FoilaDip, this latest product line is a sprayable vinyl wrap that leaves a rubberized coating which can be peeled off without damaging the original material underneath.

2018 Subaru Legacy Promises Enhanced Driving Experience


Subaru’s executive sedan, the Legacy, is getting a nip and tuck just in time for the 2018 model year. Featuring revised styling and improvements to comfort, safety, and infotainment, the Legacy is said to offer an enhanced overall driving experience. Though the Philippines will have to wait until the First Quarter of 2018 to get this new Legacy, it will be arriving in US showrooms by around the middle this year.

February 5, 2017

Win a Honda BR-V in Jollibee's "Scratch 2 Win a Honda BR-V" Promo


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), shares the joy of winning an All-New BR-V 7-seater SUV to Jollibee Drive-Thru customers with  “Scratch 2 Win a Honda BR-V” campaign, which will run from February 1, 2017 to April 30, 2017.

Manufacturing to Grow Amidst PHL's Economic Growth


After growing by 6.6 percent in 2016, the World Bank projects the Philippine economy to consistently grow at an average of 6 percent over the next few years up to 2019. This makes the Philippines the fastest growing economy in Asia. It is now leaving its neighbors in the dust after languishing at the bottom for decades.

February 4, 2017

Caltex Opens New Site in Nueva Vizcaya


Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of the Caltex brand of fuels and lubricants, recently inaugurated its newest Caltex service station at the Nueva Vizcaya Agricultural Terminal – Agri-Pinoy Trading Center (NVAT-APTC) located along AH26, Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya.

Honda Achieves Best ASEAN Auto Sales Record in 2016


Asian Honda Motor Co., Ltd., the regional headquarters of Honda in the Asia & Oceania (A&O) region, announced that Honda achieved its highest records for automobile sales in 2016 in the ASEAN region (Southeast Asia). Actual retail sales reached 431,832 units, a 7 percent increase over the 2015 sales volume of 405,158 units.

Rev Up 2017 With Suzuki's Best Sellers


Whether it is a quick escape to the renowned mountains of Baguio, a surfing adventure in La Union, a long drive to the historic Fort Ilocandia, or a mere stopover in Tagaytay, you will find a great road companion with Suzuki vehicles.

February 3, 2017

Petron Launches Lubricant Line for Extreme Conditions


It’s not just drivers that suffer because of Manila’s constant traffic; vehicles go through a lot of stress as well. Stop-and-go traffic coupled with extreme heat can cause premature wear-and-tear on your car’s vital components. The country’s largest oil refining and marketing company, Petron, wants to put a stop of that with the launch of their newest line of fluids and lubricants.

Final Rolls-Royce Phantom VII Marks End of an Era


As this most significant motor car prepares to gracefully leave the stage, it is fitting that the final Phantom VII, a beautifully appointed extended wheelbase limousine, has been created to celebrate the golden age of travel that Phantom defined.

February 2, 2017

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Registers 10th Consecutive Year of Growth


Capping off 2016 with yet another record-breaking sales of 61,400 units, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) posted 13.5 percent growth in sales performance compared to its 54,087 units in 2015. This volume is the highest annual volume MMPC has ever attained. With this volume, MMPC was able to achieve its 10th consecutive year of annual sales growth. Meanwhile, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) & Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) reported to have sold a total volume of 359,572 units in 2016, indicating a 24.6 percent growth from 2015. MMPC captured 17.1 percent market share of CAMPI and TMA’s total volume, securing the brand’s number 2 position in the local automotive industry.

Video: Mazda Philippines's Away Takes You to a Better Place


Mazda2 Premium Series ambassador Gino M. Santos made a short film, entitled “Away” putting to screen his emotions about the zoom-zoom brand and how the right frame of mind can whisk us away from all the negativity. The 25-year old television and film director and producer has worked on many projects, but this is his first short film since his college days.

February 1, 2017

Hyundai Celebrates Valentine's With "MWAH" (Madly Wanting A Hyundai) Promo


Longing for a loyal and reliable companion? For the entire month of love, you can have your Hyundai romance with the MWAH (Madly Wanting a Hyundai) promo which offers low down deals on the hottest Hyundai cars.

Mercedes-Benz Offers A 180 Urban: A Shining Star for Only P 1.8M


Mercedes-Benz is shifting towards a more youthful market through its A180 Urban. The car is bringing a newfound flair of an order that can be rarely seen in a single generational change. At P 1,790,000 (or as low as P 17,900 monthly), it brings a sense of a well-priced premium vehicle given its curb appeal and cozy interior ambiance.

New Ford Owner Recalls OFW Assist Experience


Most Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) who have worked abroad for a long stretch want to go straight home from the airport. This was not the case for 40-year-old Renante Bendaña, a Sales Support Engineer with a steel construction company in Jeddah.

Volkswagen Philippines Tops European Car Market in Philippines


Within just three years of operations, Volkswagen Philippines broke through the 1,000-unit sales mark, registering 1,060 units sold from January to December 2016. This is a 76-percent increase over its 2015 sales, and making it the Philippines' number one European car brand in 2016.

January 31, 2017

Volvo Announces Addition of OTA Map Updates, Android Auto for 90 Series Cars


Volvo Cars, has announced several important updates to its 90 series cars, delivering new safety, powertrain and connectivity updates.

Auto Parts Maker Association President Says SMEs Ignored in CARS Program


Philippine (Auto) Parts Maker Association, formerly known as the Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturers of the Philippines (MVPMAP), President Ferdinand Raquelsantos has issued statement that the two approved participants of the Philippine government’s CARS (Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy) program, Toyota and Mitsubishi, has ignored Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the awarding of suppliers for the Philippine manufactured Vios and Mirage/Mirage G4. Read the full statement below:

Ford Finishes Strong in ASEAN, Delivers Record Sales in 2016


Ford Motor Company today announced overall 2016 retail sales for the ASEAN region rose more than 11 percent from the previous year to a record 115,979 vehicles, marking the fourth consecutive year of record sales in ASEAN.

Review: 2017 Honda Civic 1.8 E


Ah, the 2017 Civic. Honda is certainly putting a lot of attention back to the compact car segment because it’s a winner in every sense of the word. It’s sleek, well packaged, and ten times more thought of than the model it replaces. And while the vast majority of attention has been taken over by the RS Turbo, the base variant, the 1.8 E, deserves more likes, mentions, and shares. Why? Because it’s actually the better value of the two Civic variants.

January 30, 2017

Isuzu Philippines Launches 2017 D-Max X-Series (w/ 23 Photos)


Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is injecting a youthful vibe to its best-selling D-Max pickup truck with the market launch of the 2017 D-Max X-Series. It transforms the tough for anything D-Max into a lifestyle vehicle fit for active and dynamic families.