Motoring

HINO Motors Philippines (HMP) appointed its new president, Shingo Sakai, in recent ceremony at the Sheraton Manila Hotel ballroom. The new president was introduced to its network of dealers and business partners during the company’s 8th annual dealer conference. Sakai succeeds Mitsuharu Tabata who led the company for four years. Sakai acknowledged Tabata for his leadership in keeping the company strong …

AS the camping craze hits the country, Ford Philippines has joined forces with global off-road accessories provider ARB to give owners of the next-generation Ford Ranger and Everest access to various 4×4 accessories for their vehicles.  FORD RANGER FORD EVEREST SPORT ARB 4×4 Accessories holds a global reputation for high-quality off-road accessories and considered to be Australia’s largest manufacturer and …

HONDA Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), in partnership with AXA Philippines, Standard Insurance, and Malayan Insurance, recently announced special insurance packages for the All-New BR-V 1.5 VX CVT Honda Sensing available until March 31, 2023. The Honda Sensing insurance partnership offers preferential rates for comprehensive insurance to customers who purchase models equipped with the Honda Sensing such as the Civic, CR-V, …

ISUZU Alabang was adjudged as the 2022 Excellence in Sales Operations in the recently concluded 2022 Dealer of the Year Awards (DOYA) held in Marriott Grand Ballroom as Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) recognized the exemplary performance of its dealers and acknowledged their hard work and commitment in sales and aftersales. New IPC President Tetsuya Fujita extended his gratitude and appreciation …

ACEA Subic Beach Resort officially opened the first and only fully-equipped EV charging station in SBMA as the resort continues its vision of more sustainable road usage. The opening ceremony is graced by Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) chairman emeritus Ferdinand Raquelsantos, EVAP president Edmund Araga; EVAP member & Solarius Energy CEO and president Peter Wilson, and board …

THE County New Breeze. Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (formerly Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc.) flagship minibus, is now sporting a fresh new face that continues to delight with its cool, friendly stance, and improved body dimensions. It can accommodate 29 passengers plus the driver.  The County has built a name for itself as a leader in the bus segment, with sales …

THE all-new Mitsubishi Xpander Cross, a modern 7-seater MPV Crossover with SUV capabilities, was officially introduced to the local market by Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) recently during a media launch at the Whiskey Park in Taguig City. This latest iteration of Mitsubishi’s best-selling model redefines the MPV segment sporting a more advanced and progressive look while combining luxury and  …

HYUNDAI Motor Group promoted the South Korean city of Busan’s bid to host World EXPO 2030 at the recent World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. The Group operated a fleet of 58 vehicles wrapped with Busan’s World Expo 2030 logo during the event to promote the city to the forum-attending world political and business leaders, Swiss citizens and other …

KIA Philippines proudly inaugurated its Kia Acropolis, the seventh dealership to proudly wear Kia’s refreshed new look. Kia Acropolis is located on E. Rodriguez Jr. Ave. Brgy Bagumbayan, Libis, a bustling business and commercial district in Metro Manila.  “After 13 years as a Kia dealer we have witnessed all of Kia’s innovations,” said Jan Golangco, COO of Kia Acropolis/Autoklassik Motors …

ISUZU D-MAX has once again dominated the 2022 Philippine Rallycross Series (PHRX) with Louie Camacho bagging the Over-all Champion title for Pick-up, Utility Vehicle and All-Wheel Drive Class, while Mon Dimapilis came in 1st place in all three classes as well. The two (2) D-MAX 3.0 LS-E 4×4 AT rally vehicles both sported minimal modification at the PHRX, a timed …