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Brian Buendia, who has been with AC Motors—the automotive arm of Ayala Corporation (AC)—since 1998, formally assumed the chief operating officer position for Kia Philippines Motor Corporation (KPMC) last week to lead “Kia PH’s Movement That Inspires” into a new phase. “Dynamic, innovative, and inspiring. These are the pillars upon which my vision for Kia Philippines is based,” says Buendia. …

Ford Philippines, which equipped their cars with various safety features, shared useful driving tips during rainy season when roads becomes challenging because of flooding, slippery roads, and reduced driver visibility.   Here are four tips for drivers to ensure safety on the road during this time of the year:  Check your Wipers: Having a clear vision of the road during …

JD Power China Initial Quality Study (IQS) has consistently hailed Changan as one of China’s Top 5 best-selling brands since 2018. The JD Power IQS counts 23 years examining the concerns of new vehicle owners in their first six months of ownership, covering 218 concerns across nine categories: features/controls/ displays; exterior; interior; infotainment system; seats; driving experience; driving assistance; powertrain; …

The NLEX, SCTEX, and NLEX Connector now has a total of 163 closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras after NLEX Corporation installed 12 more cameras to further enhance its whole day traffic monitoring and management. The tollway company also put up three variable message signs (VMS) at the newly opened NLEX Connector Caloocan to España section, bringing the total number of …

Jetour Auto Philippines, Inc. (JAPI) focuses on ensuring a fulfilling aftersales experience for its customers by investing in comprehensive training for its after-sales management team that will then cascade the technical processes and servicing standards to the brand’s 16 dealerships. JAPI technical delegates, led by aftersales director Eryx Guiang, recently underwent in-depth training and brand inculcation activities at the Jetour …

SM Foundation turned over 1,500 bottles of Lysol liquid soap to the Balatong Elementary School in Pulian, Bulacan. SM Foundation School Building Program Head Ms. Juris Soliman represented the Foundation at the simple turnover ceremony.  In 2018 SM Prime Holdings, Inc. through SM Foundation donated a two-storey, four classroom building to Balatong Elementary School.  Earlier this year, SM Foundation conducted …

Over two decades since its first medical mission, SM Foundation continues to strengthen its mission of bringing a renewed sense of well-being to low-income Filipino communities through meaningful collaborations. Fortifying this, SM group’s social good arm recently partnered with various organizations in its two-day medical mission, serving over 1,400 beneficiaries in Sorsogon and Legazpi in the Bicol region. SM Foundation’s …

The new Maserati Grecale SUV – “The Everyday Exceptional” – made its debut into the Philippine market with a grand launch last week at the Samsung Hall of the SM Aura Premier. Distributed by Modena Motorsports Inc., headed by its president Sam Versoza, Grecale is a range within the range and available in  conventional internal combustion (ICE), hybrid and in …

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) celebrated its first anniversary in the country with a 3-day electrifying exhibit of its car lineup, spearheaded by the 2023 World Car of the Year Hyundai Ioniq 6, and media showing of its global partnership with Sony Pictures – “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” over the weekend at the SM Megamall Fashion Hall in Mandaluyong City. …

Caltex recently signed a contract with the Philippine Franchise Association (PFA) to become a platinum sponsor at the International Franchise Expo set on Oct. 27-29. The expo is considered one of the biggest and largest running franchise shows in Asia and a one-stop shop for homegrown and international brands in the food, retail, and services sectors. Shown during the signing …