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Helping building a better future by encouraging Filipinos to adopt a more sustainable future was clearly emphasized by the Bank of the Philippines Islands (BPI) during the 3-day “Green & Beyond Sustainability Fair” last weekend at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati City. Several Ayala-owned companies that champion sustainable living practices through retail businesses were showcased from June 2-4 while …

Kia Philippines Motor Corporation (KPMC), the official importer and distributor of Kia vehicles in the country, announced the appointment of Brian Buendia as its new chief operating officer after the retirement of its current president Manny Aligada. Buedia takes over the helm on July 1, 2023. “As chief operating officer, Brian will lead the bolstering of Kia’s position in the …

Hyundai and Kia jointly announced recently the renewal of their long-standing partnerships with FIFA through 2030. The renewed agreement also welcomed Group subsidiaries Boston Dynamics and Supernal into the fold. The renewed partnerships will encompass a wide range of prestigious FIFA competitions, including the highly anticipated FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 and FIFA World Cup 2026, among others. Hyundai and …

Ford Philippines announced the availability of their Ford Explorer and Ford Mustang on its online reservation portal within the Ford Philippines website. Set up alongside the launch of the next-generation Ford Ranger and Everest last year, the online reservation portal offers a new level of ease, convenience, and security for customers reserving and purchasing their Ford vehicles. Customers can explore …

Volvo Cars’ commitment to all-out electrification in 2017 has been recognized by the United Nations and other global environmental non-profit groups for its ground-breaking electrification strategy.  Even before sustainability became trendy in the automotive sphere, Volvo was already leading the pack in its efforts to curb its carbon footprint. Recognizing that cars are part of the ecological problem, Volvo owned …

The Autohub Group of Willy Tee-Ten successfully launched not one, but two Kia dealership simultaneously in one day middle of last week which boosted the rapid expansion of Kia Philippines in the country. The Kia Otis and Kia Marikina were opened one after the other with lots of fanfare and attended by imported Kia Philippines and Autohub Group officials and …

Hyundai Motor Company and Sony Pictures are joining forces again this summer on “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” the animated movie featuring a flying version of the company’s prophecy concept EV model and its future mobility vision that also spotlights Hyundai’s acclaimed Ioniq all-electric vehicles. The collaboration stems from a global promotional partnership that Hyundai Motor inked with Sony Pictures in …

BJ Mercantile, Inc., the exclusive distributor of Scania in the country, recently turned over four Scania Touring buses to Cagsawa Travel and Tours, Inc., the safest and cleanest bus company in the Bicol region with hospitable drivers and spacious cabins.  The Swedish-built Scania Touring is set to provide passengers the utmost comfort and convenience with its electronically controlled air suspension, …

The first round of the 2023 Philippine Rallycross Series (PHRX) went off to a dizzying start last weekend at the New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac.  There were 12 special stages that took place on the dirt, gravel, and muddied roads of Capas and covered a total distance of over 60 kilometers. Results were still being tabulated as of press …

The Nexthub Auto Care made its grand opening late last week with lots of fanfare at the main Autohub Showroom at the Bonifacio Global City in Taguig. The newest baby of Autohub of businessman Willy Tee-Ten, Nexthub is a car service center that aims to cater not only to those customers whose car warranty has already expired but also to …