It was only a matter of time, but Mazda has formally announced that by next year, the Global Mazda MX-5 Cup will move over to the more powerful 2.0-liter Skyactiv-G motor.
November 4, 2018
Mazda's Revised MX-5 Engine to Go Racing Starting Next Year
It was only a matter of time, but Mazda has formally announced that by next year, the Global Mazda MX-5 Cup will move over to the more powerful 2.0-liter Skyactiv-G motor.
Subaru to Expand to 34 Locations in the Philippines
Bullish on the all-new Forester and models equipped with Subaru EyeSight technology, Motor Image Pilipinas recently revealed that they are expanding their dealership presence to 34 dealerships within the next two years.
Second-Generation Brio to be Made in Indonesia
Just like most other Hondas, the Brio was exported from the carmaker’s manufacturing hub in Thailand. Well, it seems that there’s a bit of a twist when it comes to the second-generation Brio. It’s now coming out of Indonesia.
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.
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