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November 3, 2018

City of Marikina to Measure Air Quality with Help of Mitsubishi iMiEV Vehicles


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation shows support for Clean Air Asia (CAA), the City Government of Marikina, and the Department of Natural Resources (DENR) in their advocacy for better air quality and healthier living.

AVID Members Sold 65,917 Units Sold from January to September 2018


Dampened by the high inflation, interest rate hike, and a surge in oil prices, the Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors (AVID) sales witnessed a slowdown, recording 65,917 units sold, a 13 percent year-to-date decline from last year’s 75,949 units sold. In Q3 2018, the association slipped by 18 percent with 22,774 units sold against Q3 2017’s 27,605 units sold.

Nissan Shows Off the Ultimate Z Car: the Project Clubsport 23 (w/ 9 Photos)


Now that Nissan Philippines has whetted your appetite for the 370Z, here’s a dream project you can consider if you’re lucky enough to get your grimy hands on one: the Nissan Motorsports Project Clubsport 23.

Volvo Partners with NVIDIA on Next-Generation Cars


Volvo has selected the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Xavier computer for its next-generation of vehicles, which roll into production starting in 2020.

Maynilad Water Road Diggings Now Incorporated into Waze


Maynilad Water Services, Inc. announced its partnership with Waze, to help mitigate the impact of the water company’s activities on traffic flow around Metro Manila.

NISMO Festival 2018 Shows Future of Nissan Motorsports


If you find yourself in Japan this December, do yourself a favor and attend the NISMO Festival at the Fuji Speedway. Celebrating 60 years of Nissan global motorsports, the NISMO Festival will not only show Nissan’s racecars past and present, but also its future.

Hyundai and Kia to Begin Incorporating Solar Cells in Their Vehicles


A car’s roof makes for an ideal place to put solar cells, particularly in an electric-hybrid or EV application, so it’s surprising that it took a while for a carmaker to come up with this seemingly practical use of solar charging technology.

Toyota is the Philippines's Most Desired Car Brand


Veygo, an insurance company came up with a list of the “World’s Most Desired Motors.” The list is compiled by analyzing Google search data for the past 12 months.

November 2, 2018

Subaru Confirms: Philippine Models Affected by Global Vehicle Recall


Motor Image Pilipinas, the official distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines has confirmed that several of its models are affected by two global recalls covering the valve springs and multi-information display.

October 31, 2018

Twelve-Time Subaru Car Challenge Veteran Finally Gets Top Prize


Twelve time’s the charm for Singaporean Analiza Mokhtar who bested 399 other contestants to win the 2018 Subaru Car Challenge.

October 30, 2018

Filipinos Bow Out of 2018 Subaru Car Challenge


At the dawn of the fourth day of the 2018 Mediacorp Subaru Car Challenge, more than 356 contestants have dropped out including the last standing Filipino.

Review: 2018 Mazda CX-5 AWD Sport D


Whether you like it or not, crossovers are now officially the modern-day family car. Raised, boxy, and utilitarian, they’re compromised to a degree but remain a no brainer option for buyers who want something flexible. But every now and then, there comes one that goes beyond the norm. In this case, it’s the CX-5 AWD Sport D—Mazda’s full-bodied compact crossover.

Petron Lakbay Alalay Ready for Undas


Celebrated every November 1, “Undas” or All Saints’ Day is an enduring Filipino tradition where families honor the memory of their departed loved ones by visiting their final resting place.

Caltex is Ready for "Undas" Travelers


Starting October 31, thousands of motorists will rush out of Metro Manila to be with their families and remember lost loved ones. Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), will help ensure driver and passenger safety with Caltex Ka-Roadtrip Motorists Assistance Program at select Caltex stations along major highways in northern and southern Luzon.

Isuzu Philippines Provides Transportation Backbone of Rehabilitated Boracay


Just in time for the re-opening of a rehabilitated Boracay Island, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) turned over to Grab Philippines units of the Isuzu modernized public utility vehicle (PUV) at the island’s Bolabog Terminal on October 26—the very day of the island paradise’s official re-opening to foreign and domestic tourists.

Toyota Motor Philippines Outlines Grab Driver-Partner Benefits


After an announcement two weeks ago, top executives from Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), Grab Philippines, and Toyota Financial Services Philippines (TFSPH) officially signed the Memorandum of Agreement that makes vehicle replacement and regular maintenance easier for existing TNVS drivers.

October 29, 2018

Three Filipinos Left Standing at 2018 Subaru Car Challenge


85 Singaporean and 40 regional contestants are still in the running for this year’s Grand Prize of a brand-new Subaru Impreza 2.0i-S at the 2018 Mediacorp Subaru Car Challenge. Participants from the region have proven themselves to be strong contenders amidst the unpredictable weather on the second day.

Final Call for Entries to Petron x 8 Oras ng Pilipinas


The country’s most-awaited endurance race, the Petron x 8 Oras ng Pilipinas, is now setting up for yet another epic test of man and machine. Lights turn green this coming December 1 to 2, 2018 at the Clark International Speedway and teams who dare to take on the challenge may now submit their entries.

Mazda Philippines Shows Long-Term Commitment with New Warehouse and Training Facility


Bermaz Auto Philippines, Inc. (BAP) has begun construction of a P 250 million-peso warehouse and training facility situated in Cabuyao, Laguna.

October 27, 2018

Mediacorp and Subaru Kicks Off the 2018 Car Challenge in Singapore


The Mediacorp Subaru Car Challenge has kicked off at exactly 1 PM today at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza in Singapore.

Isuzu's New mu-X LS A/T is the Crosswind's Spiritual Successor (w/ Specs)


Some Filipinos decry the loss of the Crosswind as a no-nonsense people carrier; and while there’s the mu-X SUV, its P 1.5 million price point meant it was out of reach for some buyers. Well, Isuzu Philippines Corporation has some good news for all penny pinchers out there.

Filipino Buyers Shifting Away from PPVs to Compact SUVs According to Subaru


Despite the overall sales slump affecting the Philippine automotive industry, Motor Image Pilipinas remains confident of its own performance as the year heads to the crucial fourth quarter. This has led the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles to continue with its aggressive Philippine market expansion plans.

Centro Manufacturing, Nippon Fruehauf to Build Refrigerated Truck Bodies in Philippines


Centro Manufacturing Corporation, the country’s leading truck body builder has recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Nippon Fruehauf to locally manufacturer insulated sandwich panels as well as locally assemble and install ref van bodies on local truck platforms.

October 26, 2018

Isuzu Philippines is Looking to Produce This Special D-MAX Variant


Isuzu Philippines Corporation is previewing a possible special variant of the D-MAX pickup truck at the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS).

BMW Philippines Shows Off First-Ever 6 Series Gran Turismo, 2019 X4, and M2 Coupe (w/ Specs)


SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. (SMCACDC), the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines shows the future of luxury with a showcase of its latest products led by the first-ever 6 Series Gran Turismo and the all-new X4.

October 25, 2018

Tata Motors Philippines Goes All Euro 4


Tata Motors Philippines displayed its Euro 4 range of commercial vehicles at the 7th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS). Headlining its first year of participation at the biennial show, Tata showcased the Tata Super Ace Mint for the small commercial vehicle segment category, the Tata SFC 407 and Tata Ultra in the light commercial vehicles category.

Volkswagen Philippines's 11-Car Display Makes It the Most Complete at PIMS


Volkswagen Philippines joins the 7th edition of the much-awaited Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) at the World Trade Center in Pasay City with an expansive display of 11 vehicles in its line-up, including the three newest variants that will be available to consumers by December 2018.

Honda Allows You to Experience Its Safety Tech Safely


It doesn’t matter how safe you drive, chances are if you were distracted, even for a split-second, it could lead into an accident. On a mission to reduce traffic-related accidents and injuries, Honda Cars Philippines has made its Honda SENSING technology available on its 7-seater diesel SUV: the CR-V.

Modders Just Found an Ally in Congress


Modders, we just found an ally in Congress. Representative Harlin Neil J. Abayon III just threw his support to the 4x4 and off-roading community by filing House Resolution 2278 calling for an investigation in the modified vehicle crackdown of the LTO.

This Navara and Terra Concept Will Scare the Sh*t Out of the LTO


Nissan Philippines, Inc. is going to give the LTO nightmares with a pair of special edition vehicles based on the best-selling Navara pickup truck and the Terra 7-seater SUV.

Mazda Philippines Finally Reveals Prices of 2019 MX-5, Mazda6, and CX-9 Signature (w/ Specs)


Last week, Bermaz Auto Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Mazda vehicles in the country gave a sneak peek of the 2019 MX-5, Mazda6, and CX-9. Collectively known as the “2019 Mazda Collection” they were finally shown to the public at the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS).

Mazda's Tribute to One of the Philippines's Best Racers Proves Cars Have Souls (w/ Video)


Mazda has always espoused a lasting bond between man and machine, and while it sounds more like a marketing tagline, things just got real—way real at the Philippine International Motor Show.