The country’s largest automotive accessories retail chain, Blade is now offering its own line of car care products and accessories.
October 10, 2018
Blade Auto Center Now Offers Its Own Line of Car Care Products, Accessories
The country’s largest automotive accessories retail chain, Blade is now offering its own line of car care products and accessories.
Honda's New Technology Allows Its Cars to "See Through" Buildings, Intersections
In the US, 40 percent of all collisions and 20 percent of the nearly 35,000 traffic-related deaths happen at intersections. It’s for this reason that Honda has chosen this scenario to showcase a new type of collision avoidance technology.
Buy an Audi Q7 and Get All These Perks for Free
PGA Cars, Inc., the exclusive distributor of Audi vehicles in the Philippines has a special promo that’ll help you beat the rising cost of ownership. Buy an Audi Q7 from now until end of October and it comes with the Audi Privilege Plus Program.
This is How Much the Hyundai Brand is Worth
How much is a brand worth? Well, in the case of Korean automaker Hyundai, it’s worth USD 13.5 billion (~ P 731 trillion), apparently. This valuation cements Hyundai as one of the top 40 Best Global Brands in the world, a ranking it’s been in for 4 years straight.
The Volvo V60 Cross Country is the Anti-Crossover Crossover
Are you a hold out from the SUV craze that’s taking over the whole world? Don’t you wish there could be more oddball wagons that offer just a tad more ground clearance? Well, you’re in luck with the Volvo V60 Cross Country.
Double Points Re-Ignite Title Chase in 2018 Petron FlatOut Race Series Round 7
After several hosting rain-hit rounds, the Petron FlatOut Race Series (Petron FORS) warmly welcomed clear weather and perfect racing conditions during the penultimate round of 2018 last September 29. This allowed competitors to go all-out in their year-end championship battles at the Batangas Racing Circuit (BRC).
October 9, 2018
Review: 2018 Jaguar E-PACE D150 R-Dynamic
There’s a storm brewing and it can potentially re-write the premium compact crossover pecking order. Heading straight for the Germans and Swedes, is the newest kid on the block: the Jaguar E-Pace. The so-called “cub” of the Jaguar family, there’s nothing baby about this crossover. It’s fierce, capable, and most importantly, desirable. It’s the one that’ll surely bring Jaguar back in the Philippine luxury map.
Aisin is Ready to Axe Manual Transmissions
There may not be a future in the manual transmission, especially under the watch of Toyota-backed transmission maker Aisin Seiki Co.’s new president Kiyotaka Ise. In a report published by Automotive News, Aisin is undergoing a transformation “into the age of software-laden, electrified mobility.” And part of their streamlining efforts is to scrape old products such as manual transmissions.
Only 50 Percent of Defective Airbags Repaired So Far Says Honda Cars Philippines
Last December 2017, Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) announced a voluntary recall for selected Honda vehicles because of a defective airbag inflator manufactured from 2001 to 2015. It was discovered that during deployment of airbags in frontal collision, fragments of the inflator (the device responsible for the rapid inflation of the airbag) shoots out in different directions, posing the possibility of hitting the car occupants. In some cases in other countries, this occurrence has resulted in death.
Columbian Autocar Corporation Announces Recall on Selected Kia Carnival Units
Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the authorized distributor of Kia vehicles in the Philippines says that 2,379 units of the Kia Carnival is subject to a recall due to its Integrated Circuit Module or ICM.
BMW's Tricked Out 3 Series M Performance Shows Us What the Future M3 Could Look Like
The inevitable BMW M3 (rumored to be codenamed G80) is still some months away, but that didn’t stop BMW from offering people a glimpse of what it could look like thanks to the all-new 3 Series outfitted with M Performance Parts.
October 8, 2018
Isuzu Philippines Takes Charge in Modern PUV Program
In 2017, traditionalists were quick to criticize the modern PUV saying that there’s a need to preserve the old, iconic look of the Jeepney. Yet, what these traditionalists don’t realize is that this iconic look is the result of evolution.
Toyota Motor Philippines Announces Recall for Wigo
Toyota Motor Philippines is recalling 15,373 units of the Wigo sub-compact hatchback due to a faulty wire tubing which may break due to engine vibration.
Will We See the Alfa Romeo 4C or FIAT 124 Spider in Manila?
With Abarth and Alfa Romeo reseller Petromax Enterprise already confirming the arrival of the Stelvio and Stelvio Quadifoglio in 2019, we just had to ask them about two potential additions to their line-up: the Alfa Romeo 4C and the Abarth 124 Spyder.
Honda Philippines's All-New Click 125i and Click 150i Offer a New Level of Riding Experience
Honda Philippines Inc. (HPI), the number one motorcycle manufacturer and distributor in the Philippines, introduces the all-new Click 125i and Click 150i—the brand’s new premium and modern sports automatic motorcycle.
Abarth Brings Italian Flair to Hot Hatch Market (w/ Specs)
After a year operating a pop-up store in Pasay City, Abarth, FIAT’s sporting brand, enters the Philippine market with a new showroom located at Bonaventure Plaza in Greenhills, San Juan. Sold by Petromax Enterprise, the same entity that brings in Alfa Romeo, Abarth showed off four versions of its 595 range all embodying the Scorpion brand’s unique blend of performance and style.
Volkswagen Philippines Turns Over Santana Units to Diamond Rent-a-Car
Volkswagen Philippines recently turned over 11 units of the Santana subcompact sedan to Diamond Rent-a-Car (DRAC), the country’s pioneering and largest car rental company in terms of revenues.
BMW's All-New 2019 3 Series Sets the Bar for Quality, Performance, and Innovation
Epitomizing sporty driving for over 40 years, BMW has showed off the newest chapter in the 3 Series story with the unveil of the 2019, 7th generation model. With sales commencing by March of next year, the all-new 3 Series aims to set the benchmark once more in driving dynamics, premium quality, and innovation.
October 7, 2018
Isuzu Philippines Raffles Off Brand-New mu-X at muXOP Anniversary Celebration (w/ Video)
A group of vehicle owners who have bonded together in a shared passion for their Isuzu mu-X, known as the Isuzu mu-X Owners of the Philippines (muXOP) celebrated their second anniversary last August at the Manila Jockey Club in Carmona, Cavite.
October 5, 2018
Ford Philippines Quietly Launches Revised 2019 Explorer
If you happen to be at the SM Mall of Asia this weekend (October 5-7, 2018) , you can test drive the first-ever Ford Ranger Raptor or new EcoSport. Then, you can also take a look at this: the revised, 2019 Explorer. A year and a half after its debut in the US, Ford’s most popular North American CBU gets both cosmetic and tech enhancements.
Shell's New Saltwater Supercar Collection is Geeky Fun
Science is fun—that’s the principle behind this new toy collectible series from Shell. Going beyond static and buildable car models, Shell’s new Saltwater Supercar collection is unique in that it uses saltwater to power these sleek and futuristic model cars.
Hyundai's Going Head On with the MUGENs, TRDs, and STIs of the World
Hyundai continues with their “sportification” with the preview of the N Option brand. Showcased on the i30 N, the i30 N N Option (that sure sounds like a mouthful) signals Hyundai’s intent to enter the OEM aftermarket parts and accessories business. Its N Option will offer different customization options for owners much like Honda has with MUGEN and Modulo, Toyota with Gazoo and TRD, and Subaru with STI.
Honda Partners with General Motors and Cruise to Develop Autonomous Vehicles
Honda, General Motors, and Cruise are joining forces to develop and deploy large-scale autonomous vehicle technology.
World's Fastest SUV Coming to Philippines in 2019
Fresh from the soft opening of its showroom in Greenhills, San Juan, Alfa Romeo Philippine re-seller, Petromax Enterprise announces that the fastest production SUV in the world, the Stelvio Quadrifoglio is coming to the country in 2019.
October 4, 2018
Motor Image Pilipinas Offers Last Call to Forester XT Buyers
Just like Paul Walker riding off to the sunset, Subaru is now closing the chapter of the turbocharged Forester’s era. With the confirmation that future Foresters will no longer carry the iconic boxer turbo, Motor Image Pilipinas is offering the Forester XT for those who want one last turbocharged ride.
Wunder Mobility Launches Employee Transportation Services in Metro Manila
Wunder Mobility, the company behind the urban carpooling app “Wunder Carpool”, recently added a new service to its portfolio: employee transportation shuttles. One of the first customers for the new service is Nowcom, a leading BPO with more than 400 employees in Ortigas. The Japanese trading company Marubeni Corporation invested and collaborated on a proof of concept with Wunder Mobility and Nowcom, as a step towards their future mobility portfolio.
Petron's New Line of Engine Oils is Specially Made for Manila's Stop-and-Go Traffic
After introducing the High Temperature Performance (HTP) line of lubricants last year with the DOT 4 brake fluid, ATF fluid, and lithium grease, Petron is adding three more HTP products to its portfolio with gasoline and diesel HTP engine oils and gear oil.
Alfa Romeo Enters the Philippines and They're Priced to Give the Germans a Scare (w/ Specs)
Petromax Enterprise, Alfa Romeo’s reseller in the Philippines is making its debut today with the soft opening of its showroom. Located at the ground floor of Bonaventure Plaza on Ortigas Avenue, Greenhills, San Juan, Petromax Enterprise is bringing in Italian flair to the premium car market with the announced availability of the Alfa Romeo Giulia and Giulia Quadrifoglio.
October 3, 2018
Honda Cars Philippines Reveals Limited Edition CR-V, Civic, and Mobilio Models
Jaguar Pays Homage to 50 Years of the XJ Sedan with a Special Road Trip
Celebrating the 50th birthday of the XJ, Jaguar is embarking on a special road trip starring its iconic flagship sedan. From Jaguar Castle Bromwich plant in the UK, a convoy made of 8 generations of the XJ will head to the Paris Motor Show.
Kia Says Using Genuine Parts is Beneficial Even for Older Models
Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the distributor of Kia vehicles in the Philippines, is advising owners to use only Kia Genuine Parts and Service to keep their vehicles running for more years to come.
Mitsubishi Opens Second Standalone Fuso Dealership
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation inaugurated its second Fuso Dealership last September 27, 2018. This new Fuso dealership is under the helm of Best Southern Genesis Motors, Inc. (BSGMI), one of the major automotive dealer groups in Southern Tagalog Region.
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