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September 11, 2017

Sphero Unveils R2-D2 and BB9-E App-Enabled Droids

Sphero just unveiled their new line up of Star Wars Droids: R2-D2 and BB-9E. This was part of the global unveiling of new Star Wars toys dubbed “Force Friday II”. These toys have been kept in secret for the past few months to avoid any leaks and spoilers for the upcoming Star Wars movie – Episode 8: The Last Jedi. Sphero is the tech-company behind the popular BB-8 app-controlled toy which has sold millions since its launch last 2015.

The official APEC green, electric mobility partner and leading electric vehicle maker EMotors, Inc (EMI) partners with The Net Group (TNG) as EMotors’ latest initiative to tackle pollution and lower our carbon footprint while creating jobs and livelihood that encourages women drivers.

Hino Supports Phil-Nippon Technical College with Product Donations

Hino Motors Philippines expands its CSR program with a donation to the Phil – Nippon Technical College (PNTC).

Maximize available real estate with this space-saving parking technologies available from Emicor. Regarded as the pioneer in car lifts and Smart Parking technology in the country, Emicor’s Double Stackers offer additional parking spaces for your house or building without taking up additional space.

Nissan Philippines Confirms: We Are Bringing in the Urvan A/T

Nissan Philippines, Inc. is finally giving what super-sized Filipino families are looking for: an Urvan with an automatic transmission.

Nissan wants to be known for more than just the cold aircon. That’s the gist of what Daniele Schillaci, Executive Vice-President for Global Marketing and Sales, Zero Emission Vehicle and Battery Business had to say during a media round table that closed the all-new Leaf launch program in Japan. Nissan wants to become a technology leader, a push they’re doing even for the Philippine market.

UPDATED: Ford Confirms High-Performance Ranger Raptor for Asia-Pacific Market (w/ Video)

Update: Ford Philippines managing director, Bertrand Lessard, just confirmed that the Ford Ranger Raptor is heading to the Philippine market (9/19).

The Baja-conquering Ford F-150 Raptor is getting a sibling, and its name is the Ford Ranger Raptor. Ford broke the news today via social media confirming that the company has been busy working on a high-performance version of its Ranger pickup truck. Purpose-built and desert-racing inspired, Ford has confirmed that it’s coming to the Asia-Pacific region next year.

So, after a four-month wait, Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru in the Philippines has finally pulled the curtains off the 2018 Subaru XV. The compact crossover-cum-hatchback has been a brisk seller for the brand ever since its launch way back in 2012. In fact, market share-wise, it’s been neck-and-neck with its larger sibling, the Forester.

Electric Vehicles or EVs are currently in vogue right now in Japan and in the Western Hemisphere, especially in Europe where several countries have announced plans to ban diesel- (sooner) and gasoline-powered (later) vehicles on the road. That said, Nissan thinks that your next car could very well be an EV.

Give the gift of a healthy and well-conditioned car battery this Christmas with these CTEK bundles. Christmas gift shopping for that car enthusiast special someone starts early since CTEK is offering savings up to 28 percent by bundling popular accessories for its MXS 3.8, MXS 5.0, and CTEK Time-To-Go smart battery chargers.

Ford Philippines today announced a record August performance with retail sales rising 12 percent year-over-year to 3,166 vehicles, driven by the Ranger, Everest, and EcoSport.

Chevrolet Philippines Kicks Off 2017 Motorama

As it pays homage to the rich history of the bowtie brand, The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet automobiles and parts in the country, aims to ‘Drive Strong’ on its eighth year in the country through this year’s Chevrolet Motorama.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) remains committed to deliver an outstanding customer experience by introducing a Fast Track Service, An aftersales service program design for today’s fast-paced lifestyle. With Fast Track Service, having Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS) is done in just 30 minutes, that’s faster than a typical lunch break at work.

“The era of Electric Vehicles has come,” boldly declares Hiroto Saikawa, Nissan’s President and Chief Executive Officer as the company pulled the curtains off the all-new, second-generation Leaf. And just as its predecessor changed the perception of market viability for EVs (it has sold over 300,000 units globally making it the best-selling EV), the Leaf aims to embody Nissan’s future. It just so happens it’s an EV.

Porsche Shows Off All-New 2018 Cayenne

Ahead of the Frankfurt International Motor Show, Porsche has showed the all-new, third-generation Cayenne. A highly successful model globally for the Stuttgart-based sportscar maker, this SUV is now made lighter, faster, and more efficient.

September is Ford Global Caring Month and thousands of Ford employees around the world will be venturing out into their communities to make people’s lives better.

United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI), the official distributor of Foton vehicles in the Philippines, continued its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by donating a customized responder truck last July to Alagang Kapatid Foundation, Inc. (AKFI), the social development of TV5.

The sub-compact car has become the new default family ride. Those who have a million and a half to spare can still go for mid-sized 7-seater SUVs, but the reality is, upwardly mobile Filipinos who once dreamed of owning a Civic or Mazda3 have to settle for their smaller kin. Still, carmakers seem to understand that while these buyers are willing to sacrifice a bit in terms of purchase price, they’re still willing to shell out for great convenience and tech features.

Porsche Pulls Out of Endurance Racing's Top Class; Sets Sights on Formula E

Porsche bids goodbye to the world of top-tier endurance racing as they will be ending their involvement in the LMP1 class of the FIA World Endurance Championship or WEC at the end of this season. That news comes hand-in-hand with the announcement that the storied German sportscar maker shifts its efforts to Formula E. Beginning 2019, Porsche will run a works team in the all-electric series and in fact, they have begun developing their own Formula E racer.

Australians Are Going to Racing the Chevrolet Colorado...On Circuits!

Chevrolet (Holden in Australia) is swapping off-roading and trailing for come race circuit action as they’ve announced their entry into the new Australian-based SuperUtes ECB Series in 2018.

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September 11, 2017

Sphero Unveils R2-D2 and BB9-E App-Enabled Droids

EMotors and The Net Group is First in BGC to Provide Zero Emissions Shuttle

September 10, 2017

Hino Supports Phil-Nippon Technical College with Product Donations

Maximize Real Estate with Emicor's Double Stacker Parking System

September 8, 2017

Nissan Philippines Confirms: We Are Bringing in the Urvan A/T

Nissan is Studying to Bring in the Note e-Power into the Philippines

September 7, 2017

UPDATED: Ford Confirms High-Performance Ranger Raptor for Asia-Pacific Market (w/ Video)

Motor Image Pilipinas Launches 2018 Subaru XV (w/ Specs, Prices, and 31 Photos)

Nissan Says Your Next Car is an EV. How Will They Convince You? (w/ Video)

Get Big Discount on These Popular CTEK Battery Charger Models

Ford Philippines' Best-Ever August Sales Pushes 2017 Sales Up 12 Percent

September 6, 2017

Chevrolet Philippines Kicks Off 2017 Motorama

Hyundai Philippines Offers Quick 30-Minute Service or It's Free!

The 2018 Leaf Isn't Just an EV; It's an Icon of Nissan's Future

September 5, 2017

Porsche Shows Off All-New 2018 Cayenne

Ford Holds Global Caring Month in September

Foton Philippines Continues CSR with Donation to Alagang Kapatid Foundation

Review: 2018 Honda City 1.5 E vs 2017 Mazda2 V+

September 4, 2017

Porsche Pulls Out of Endurance Racing's Top Class; Sets Sights on Formula E

September 3, 2017

Australians Are Going to Racing the Chevrolet Colorado...On Circuits!