6th GEN HONDA CIVIC TYPE R THE 6th Generation Honda Civic Type R, by far the most powerful model in Type R’s 30-year history, was finally introduced during the jampacked Thanksgiving Party tendered by the Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) late last week at the Karrera Showroom in Alabang, Muntinlupa City. All were amazed with the sporty and elegant look …
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THE new president of Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) officially took over the helm of the company during a turnover ceremony witnessed by the members of the media at the iconic Ilustrado Restaurant in Intramuros, Manila. Tetsuya Fujita formally assumed the post from the outgoing Noboru Murakami who expressed his gratitude for the support he received during his short term. Murakami …
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HYUNDAI Motor Group (the Group)’s Executive Chair Euisun Chung has been honored with the MotorTrend “Person of the Year Award” after topping the MotorTrend’s esteemed 2023 Power List of 50 influential people in the global automotive industry. During the past five years, Chung has risen progressively from his first appearance on the power list at No. 12 in 2018 to …
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Changan Motor Philippines, Inc. (CMPI), the country’s official distributor of Changan cars, confidently opens 2023 with a 221% growth in sales – with 557 units sold in 2021 to 1,787 units in 2022. The company likewise achieved 100% of its sales target for wholesale. At the forefront of Changan Auto’s certified best-sellers are the New CS35 Plus and the Alsvin …
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FORD Philippines solidified its position as one of the leading automotive players in the country as it delivered another strong performance in 2022. Full-year retail sales grew by 24 percent from a year ago to 24,710 vehicles led by its three best-selling vehicles – the Ford Ranger, Ford Everest, and Ford Territory. The Ford Ranger was the top-selling Ford vehicle …
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ISUZU Philippines Corporation (IPC) launched its Solar Photovoltaic (PV) project recently aiming to become energy self-sufficient and reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emission of its manufacturing plant in Biñan, Laguna. IPC envisions itself to be the vital engine for the Philippine society towards a sustainable automotive chain, thus driving the company through an ESG perspective – Environment, Social and Governance. Several …
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SUSTAIN or even speed up the pace with the Hyundai HD45 GT as the Hyundai’s 4-wheeler with 1490kg of gross vehicle weight (GVW) is exempt from the ongoing truck ban, giving business owners far greater chances to capitalize on the numerous features of this versatile “partner in every way.” The 2.9-liter Turbocharged CRDi diesel engine of the HD45 GT may …
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HOME Credit Philippines partners with the leading and largest chain of car service centers – Rapidé Auto Service Experts – to provide car owners and enthusiasts with an easy and convenient way to book an auto repair and maintenance through Home Credit’s Qwarta and Home Credit Card. With more than 100 branches nationwide, Rapidé offers customers a CASA-quality service at an affordable price. …
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The Ayala Group of Companies initiated the Saludo sa Serbisyo program which provides expanded access to products and services to active and retired personnel of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), and the Philippine National Police (PNP). This is to honor the …
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THE Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors (AVID) recently held their official meeting followed by holding their traditional Landscape Industry Forum for the year. AVID members engaged guest experts in an informal industry briefing. Gerrit W. Kuyntjes, partner of the Mondriaan Group, tackled post-pandemic challenges and opportunities in the automotive industry. Marrione Pol Camacho, head of business development of the …
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