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August 20, 2018

Volkswagen Philippines to Launch Automatic-Equipped, Wagon-Bodied Santana this November

With customer inquiries at record highs, more and more people are starting to consider Volkswagen as their next new car. Interest is high among their new nameplates—Santana, Lavida, and Tiguan, and this has prompted Volkswagen Philippines to introduce new variants by November.

Breyton Wheels, now exclusively distributed in the Philippines by Concept One will be bringing Engineer Edmund Breyton, the founder and owner of the aftermarket wheels that carry his name on Wednesday, August 22, 2018.

The largest gathering of Porsche in Southeast Asia commemorated the brand’s 70th anniversary. Dubbed Sportscar Together Day (SCTD), more than 300 Porsche cars arrived and thousands came to the event at Show DC Oasis Arena in Bangkok, Thailand.

Heads up Subaru owners: the annual Kansha Festival is back. Celebrating the Japanese Labor Thanksgiving Day, this year’s Kansha Festival runs from Thursday, August 23 to Saturday, August 25 and then once more on Tuesday, August 28 to Saturday, September 1.

Thanks to its on-going collaboration with paint-specialist PPG, Ferrari is the world’s first manufacturer to adopt an innovative low-temperature paint system called Low Cure clear coat technology.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) bagged five top awards at the recently concluded Lion Awards for Business and Green Awards 2018 held at the Santa Rosa City Multi-Purpose Complex.

This P 6.9 Million Ford Mustang Runs the Quarter Mile in 8 Seconds

Ford Performance revealed what they call the quickest drag-racing Mustang ever. Called the Mustang Cobra Jet, it’s capable of decimating the quarter-mile in the mid-8-second range.

Ford Philippines Kicks Off Weekend Test Drive Activities

Ford Philippines is holding a series of test drive activities starting this month, allowing more customers to drive and experience Ford vehicles and its class-leading features and capabilities.

Auto Nation Group, Inc., the general distributor of Jeep vehicles, parts and accessories in the Philippines, today announces the arrival of the 2018 Jeep Renegade Limited 4x2 compact SUV in the Philippines.

In its commitment to bringing its innovative products to more people in the Philippines, Nissan is taking its Nissan Intelligent Mobility Tour to the Visayas and Mindanao region.

The MMDA's Going to Go All Predator On You with Thermal Cameras

Motorists get ready: the MMDA is about to go all Predator on you. Just like the ugly motherf*cker alien in the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger popcorn flick, enforcers will soon use thermal cameras to determine whether or not there are at least 2 warm bodies onboard vehicles whenever the Expanded HOV Traffic Scheme is in effect.

With the recent success of its Zoom Fest test drive and model exhibit at the High Street, BGC last month, Mazda Philippines is now set to share the Zoom-Zoom vibe to the rest of the country as Zoom Fest rolls out to its 20 authorized dealerships nationwide.

The Forester is Subaru’s most important vehicle not just in the Philippines, but globally as well. We happen to attend its launch in Taiwan just a couple of weeks back, and you can read more about in our extensive coverage:

The time for software engineers to become this generation’s tuners has begun. Volvo Cars has found a way to increase torque distribution to the rear wheels of Volvo equipped with all-wheel drive with a simple software upgrade.

DOE Says Euro 2 Fuels Not Necessarily More Pollutant Than Euro 4

The Department of Energy’s move to reintroduce Euro 2 fuels in a bit to curb the rising gas prices has met resistance from one unlikely source: the oil companies.

With the Expanded HOV Lane on EDSA currently in effect (despite the stand of the Philippine Senate and public outcry from the commuting public), Grab Philippines wasted no time in sending a “friendly reminder” to all their users: don’t book a ride on EDSA.

The days of having a driver’s license made in shady shops around Recto will soon be over. The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is now moving law enforcement to the digital age with a new mobile phone-based scanner.

Lexus Philippines officially launched the seventh-generation 2019 Lexus ES luxury sedan bringing with it a redefinition of comfort, refinement, and luxury in its class. Built atop a brand-new chassis, the Lexus ES allows for a more dynamic exterior design coupled with sharper performance and a level of craftsmanship rarely found in this segment.

Team CleanFuel/Motul-AutoPlus Dominates Third Round of Formula V1 Championships

Luis Gono of Team CleanFuel/Motul-Autoplus dominated the third round of the Formula V1 Championships held at the Clark International Speedway last weekend.

UPDATE: The MMDA postpones the full implementation of the Expanded HOV Policy. There will be no fines until the Metro Manila Council reconvenes (8/19).

Oops, the MMDA did it again. While you weren’t looking, the MMDA decided to go full-blown in its implementation of the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) policy. From what was supposed to be a trial run, they’re going to implement it fines and all beginning Thursday, August 23, 2018.

When someone says turbo, power comes to mind. The power of speed, the power to push the limits, the power to break boundaries. In a way, this is what makes the Subaru Forester, particularly the turbocharged XT trim, special. But with the arrival of the all-new 2019 Forester, the turbo has bitten the dust not because Subaru is going mainstream, but because they figure: you don’t need it to be sporty.

Hyundai Kona: Celebrating Beauty and Design

Beauty takes a moment to notice, but a lifetime to enjoy; it’s the first thing that everyone notices and the one the leaves the strongest impression. Great design is what elevates good cars into instant classics. For Hyundai, they’ve found their calling with Fluidic Sculpture, the iconic design philosophy that has won them praise and accolade the world over.

UPDATE: BMW Philippines responds (8/14).

BMW is having a fiery time in South Korea as 27 vehicles from January to July including its popular 520d premium executive sedan started catching fire due to a faulty Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system.

In the fifth and final of a planned series of lap record attempts across Europe in 2018, Honda has set a new 2 min 10.19 sec record for a front wheel drive production car at the Hungaroring GP circuit in Hungary. During this occasion, the Civic Type R was driven by Formula One World Champion and current NSX Super GT driver, Jenson Button. The track holds special significance for Button, as the circuit where he won the first Grand Prix of his career with Honda in 2006.

The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), the exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet automobiles and parts in the country offers deals on select Colorado and Trailblazer models through its Rev Up & Roar: The Chevrolet Truck Month Promo.

DOE Eyes Going Back to Euro 2 Emissions Standards to Curb Rising Pump Prices

The Department of Energy (DOE) is eyeing a shift back to cheaper, but dirtier fuel all in an attempt to curb the skyrocketing cost of fuel that’s causing record inflation rates.

Kia Grand Carnival Now Available with Optional Leather Seats

With its space and comfortable ride, the Kia Grand Carnival has made a name for itself as an ideal family vehicle and executive transport.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation is making the venerable Pajero SUV more affordable this August.

Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the distributor of Kia vehicles in the Philippines, held its 2018 Mid-Year Aftersales Awards last July 27.

Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Hyundai vehicles in the Philippines, had its own ‘Kona Moment’ as the brand experienced its best performing month in 2018 thus far.

Ford Philippines announced that July retail sales improved 3 percent from the previous month to 2,177 vehicles, led by the Ranger, EcoSport, and Everest.

Ford Builds 10 Millionth Mustang

Ford is celebrating the production of its 10 millionth Mustang, America and the world’s best-selling sports car three years straight.

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