November 6, 2018
Mazda Gives CX-8 7-Seater Turbo Power for 2019 As Well
While the ASEAN region is still waiting for the promised arrival of the CX-8, Mazda has just announced that their 7-seater crossover has undergone a refresh in its home market of Japan. And just like its CX-5 sibling, the CX-8 now gets the option of a turbocharged gasoline engine among a slew of other improvements.
Filed Under:
Mazda CX-8,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
Mitsubishi Opens FUSO Truck Dealership in Pampanga
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) together with Carworld Incorporated (CWI) recently inaugurated its new FUSO dealership outlet last October 26.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News
Ford is Now Delivering a More Interactive Dealership Experience
The future of the car dealership is interactive and connected; that’s the direction Ford Philippines is going when it unveiled its newest brand retail identity: Ford Signature and Interior Refresh. The first Philippine dealership compliant with this new retail identity is the newly opened Ford Clark.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Ford Corporate,
News
November 5, 2018
Bayan Auto's New BAIC M60 is a Turbocharged People Mover
Fresh from the introduction of its BJ20 compact crossover and M50S compact MPV, Bayan Auto is now adding the new M60 to their line-up. A mid-sized MPV, the M60 pushes the best features of the M50S into what the distributor calls “the modern-day station wagon.”
Filed Under:
BAIC M60,
Car Launch,
Entry-Level MPV,
News
2019 Subaru WRX and WRX STI Adds More Luxury, Convenience Features
Exhilarating performance just got more refined as Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru announces the availability of the 2019 WRX and WRX STI. Subaru’s performance flagship, the 2019 WRX and WRX STI both have subtle yet much-appreciated upgrades that improve their comfort and convenience without sacrificing any of its dynamic qualities.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
Sports Sedan,
Subaru WRX,
Subaru WRX STI
NISMO is All About Total Balance
It was quite a weird interview. Just as he sat down, NISMO Chief Product Specialist Hiroshi Tamura immediately said, “Do not ask me about the next GT-R—I cannot say when it will be launched!” He also added that despite murmurs of the future GT-R becoming an EV Concept, it may not necessarily be the case. In any case, the final product, should there be any, will be up to the “customer voice.”
Filed Under:
Feature,
Nissan Corporate
Hyundai, UP-PGH Launch "Alabang Breastfriend" Breast Cancer Mobile Diagnostic Clinic
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), through its corporate social responsibility arm, HARI Foundation, Inc. (HFI), has teamed up with UP-PGH and the UP-PGH Cancer Institute on a pioneering initiative for women empowerment through proactive healthcare, entitled the “Alagang Breastfriend” project.
Filed Under:
CSR,
Hyundai Corporate,
News
Suzuki Philippines Donates 16 Vehicles to ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation
Suzuki Philippines, Inc. donated 16 vehicles to ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation (ALKFI) for use in two of ALKFI’s flagship programs—Bantay Bata 163 and Batay Kalikasan.
Filed Under:
CSR,
News,
Suzuki Corporate
GM Wants You to Name Their New e-Bike
Furthering its commitment to an all-electric future, General Motors is developing e-bikes as a means to give their customers “freedom of movement beyond the traditional vehicle.”
Filed Under:
Chevrolet Corporate,
News
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.
Filed Under:
Mazda MX-5,
Motorsports,
News
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.
Filed Under:
News,
PHL Auto Industry,
Subaru Corporate
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.
Filed Under:
Honda Brio,
Honda Corporate,
News
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.
Filed Under:
CSR,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News
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.
Filed Under:
AVID,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
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.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan Z,
Sports Car
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.
Filed Under:
News,
Technology,
Volvo Corporate
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.
Filed Under:
News,
Technology,
Traffic,
Waze Corporate
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.
Filed Under:
Events,
Motorsports,
News,
Nissan Corporate
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.
Filed Under:
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Hyundai Corporate,
News,
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.
Filed Under:
News,
Toyota Corporate
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.
Filed Under:
News,
Recall,
Safety,
Subaru Corporate
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.
Filed Under:
News,
Subaru Challenge,
Subaru Corporate
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.
Filed Under:
News,
Subaru Challenge,
Subaru Corporate
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.
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Driver's Seat,
Mazda CX-5
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.
Filed Under:
Fuel,
News,
Petron Corporate
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.
Filed Under:
Caltex,
Chevron Corporate,
Fuel,
News
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.
Filed Under:
Isuzu Corporate,
News,
PUV Modernization
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.
Filed Under:
Grab Corporate,
News,
Toyota Corporate
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.
Filed Under:
Events,
News,
Subaru Challenge
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.
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News
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.
Filed Under:
Mazda Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
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.
Filed Under:
Events,
News,
Subaru Challenge
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.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Isuzu mu-X,
Mid-sized SUV,
News
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.
Filed Under:
News,
PHL Auto Industry,
Subaru Corporate
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.
Filed Under:
Centro Corporate,
Isuzu CV,
News,
PIMS
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).
Filed Under:
Isuzu D-Max,
News,
Pick-Up,
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.
Filed Under:
BMW 6 Series,
BMW M2,
BMW X4,
Car Launch,
Luxury Car,
Luxury SUV,
News,
PIMS,
Sports Car
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.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
TATA Corporate,
Tata CV,
Tata SFC 407,
Tata Super Ace,
Tata Ultra
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.
Filed Under:
Honda Corporate,
News,
PIMS,
Safety
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.
Filed Under:
Mid-sized SUV,
News,
Nissan Navara,
Nissan Terra,
Pick-Up,
PIMS
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).
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Executive Car,
Mazda 6,
Mazda CX-9,
Mazda MX-5,
Mid-sized SUV,
News,
PIMS,
Sports Car
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.
Filed Under:
Mazda MX-5,
Motorsports,
News,
PIMS
October 24, 2018
Isuzu Philippines Enters Lightweight Truck Market with VT02
Isuzu Philippines Corporation is expanding its commercial vehicle offering with the market preview of the VT02 lightweight truck at the Philippine International Motor Show.
Nissan Philippines Ups the Excitement with the 2019 370Z NISMO and Juke NISMO
Nissan Philippines, Inc., the fastest growing automaker in the country is set to bring in excitement with the market preview of two new sporty offerings: the 370Z NISMO and the Juke NISMO RS at the Philippine International Motor Show.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
PIMS,
Sports Car,
Sub-Compact SUV
Suzuki Philippines Previews All-New 2019 Jimny (w/ 17 Photos)
Suzuki Philippines used the Philippine International Motor Show to preview the much-awaited 2019 Jimny. Just launched globally last July 2018, the all-new Jimny is the fourth-generation model is what Suzuki calls “a real SUV.”
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact SUV,
News,
PIMS,
Suzuki Jimny
2019 SsangYong Musso Takes a Luxury Approach to Pick-Up Trucks (w/ 14 Photos, Specs)
Korean carmaker SsangYong is entering the pickup truck market with the Musso. Literally meaning, “rhinoceros” in Korean, the Musso builds on their expertise as a commercial vehicle manufacturer and as such, takes a somewhat different approach.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
Pick-Up,
PIMS,
SsangYong Musso
Honda's Small RS Concept Arrives in Manila
Honda Cars Philippines brought out its sporty Small RS Concept at the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) which runs today until Sunday, October 28, 2018. Embodying its renowned sporty and fun-to-drive attributes, the Small RS Concept previews the all-new Brio sub-compact hatchback which may arrive sometime in 2019.
Filed Under:
Honda Concept Cars,
Honda Corporate,
News,
PIMS
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