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October 11, 2018

Toyota Classics 2018 Slated for November 7, 2018

This November, Toyota Motor Philippines is bringing back one of the most-awaited celebrations of beautiful music and talent in the Toyota Classics 2018. Now on its 19th rendition, enjoy a delightful performance by the internationally-renowned Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment (OAE) from London under the baton of conductor and a celebrated harpsichordist, Steven Devine together with the globally renowned singer, Lea Salonga on November 7, 2018 at the Theater of Solaire Resort & Casino.

Ford Philippines is pretty much saying that its August retail sales performance was a mere blip in an otherwise great year. September figures says sales has improved from the previous month to 1,725 vehicles.

SsangYong Tivoli owners joined a short drive to the south with their crossovers for their initial meet-up as a newly formed car club. SsangYong Berjaya Motors Philippines (SBMP), the exclusive distributor of SsangYong vehicles and parts in the country, joined the group to show solidarity and support for its customers.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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 (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.

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.

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 is recalling 15,373 units of the Wigo sub-compact hatchback due to a faulty wire tubing which may break due to engine vibration.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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, General Motors, and Cruise are joining forces to develop and deploy large-scale autonomous vehicle technology.

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.

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, 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.

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.

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.

Honda Cars Philippines Reveals Limited Edition CR-V, Civic, and Mobilio Models

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), announces the next batch of limited-edition models all offering sportier and more stylish looks to cater to the dynamic lifestyle of Filipino customers. Up for grabs are special edition models of the CR-V, Mobilio, and Civic.

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.

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 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.

Mazda Confirms the Return of the Rotary Engine, Investment in Electric Vehicle Technology

Mazda is now getting onto the electrification bandwagon. The announcement was made today as part of the company’s “Sustainable Zoom-Zoom 2030” plan. Among the highlights is the confirmation of in-house developed electric drivetrains and the introduction of two new electric vehicles.

A report from Automotive News concedes that the much-hyped Nissan Terra won’t be coming to developed markets such as Europe and the US for one big reason: safety.

Ever wondered how much money you can save on a brand-new vehicle, especially if you work for a car company? Well, there’s no need to wonder as Ford Philippines is giving you that special deal…and you don’t even have to be a Ford employee!

BAIC Philippines introduced two new models which builds on top of the brand’s existing line-up of SUVs and commercial vehicles. Unveiled at their flagship showroom in Makati City are the BJ20 compact crossover and the M50S MPV.

Mazda’s parts re-supply program for the first-generation MX-5 is now firing on all cylinders. After initially limiting it to big ticket items such as the 14-inch tires, canvas top, and the Nardi wooden steering wheel and shift knob, the Japanese carmaker has now expanded the available parts for the 29-year old “NA” roadster.

As the segment’s first-ever sub-compact SUV, the Ford EcoSport had potential written all over it. It could have been a lot of things to a lot of people. However, in the four years it’s been in the market, it remained a fashion piece—one that didn’t come backed up by the driving chops to win hardcore buyers over.

Peugeot says EVs need not look like bars of soap. With the e-LEGEND Concept, the carmaker taps into their past while looking forward to the future. In the end, they’re promising a future that’s “unboring.”

Two Chinese Brands Poised to Enter Philippine Market

Two new automotive brands are poised to enter the country in the next few months: MG and Maxus. Both hailing from China, one will be brought in by The Covenant Car Company, Inc., while the other by Ayala Corporation.

The World’s Car of the Year winner, the Volvo XC60, was out celebrating with its stately sibling, the Volvo S90, in this year’s Crayfish Party. Every year, the Nordic Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (NordCham) throws a shindig of epic proportions at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila as a nod to tradition.

With a brand reputation centered around safety, this latest piece of news comes as a big blow to Subaru. In a report submitted to Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT), Subaru has admitted to falsifying data in connection with its vehicles’ safety.

When you’re looking for adventure, it’s got to have the right ingredients: the location, the activity, and of course, the means to get there. For a long drive out of town and into the woods, your best bet would be by way of SUV. And while you’re at it, why not take it up a notch and go in luxury. Enter Mercedes-Benz, a brand recognized all over the world for its heritage roots and premium appeal. And now, it has diversified its name into the SUV segment.

BMW is set to introduce the next-generation of iDrive infotainment software starting with the all-new BMW X5, 8 Series, Z4, and 3 Series which will celebrate their debut at the Paris International Motor Show in a few weeks.

The news of Ferrari’s first-ever SUV, named the Purosangue (Thoroughbred) and hybrid models shocked hardcore fans and enthusiasts. However, they’re much-needed products to boost the Italian sportscar maker’s earnings under its new CEO Louis Camilleri.

Porsche is recreating its iconic 935/78 racing car with this: a 700-horsepower limited-edition built with no homologation restriction giving designers and engineers absolute freedom in its development. Limited to a run of just 77 examples, it’ll be used for clubsport events and private race track training.

Suzuki Philippines (SPH) brings its annual Auto Festival (AutoFest) to the most-visited malls and shopping centers around the country, showcasing the brand’s wide range of best-selling and award-winning vehicles to even more Filipinos.

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