May, 2024

• 14 May

  Dongfeng extends battery warranty

  

  Diamond Auto Group EV Corp announced that their Dongfeng Electric Commercial Vehicles – such Dongfeng Rich6 True EV Pickup, Dongfeng EV30, EV35 and EV45 –  will now come with an extended battery warranty of 8 years or 200,000 kilometers, whichever comes first. This industry-leading warranty reflects Diamond Auto Group EV Corp and Dongfeng’s commitment to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. …

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• 14 May

  Maintain RFID fund to avoid toll delays

  

  Motorists using the Skyway and NAIA Expressway must ensure their Autosweep RFIDs are sufficiently funded to avoid traffic delays as inadequate or zero balance in RFID accounts contributed significantly to congestion, affecting 31,712 transactions or 15% of the total during that period during May 1-7 alone. SMC Infrastructure said this will reduce queue times at toll plazas. “We apologize for …

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• 14 May

  Mercedes-Benz CLA and GLB elevate your drive

  

  Mercedes-Benz Philippines unveils the facelifted CLA and GLB models this month by setting a new benchmark for the compact car and SUV segments, through elegance and performance.  The Mercedes-Benz CLA Coupe will capture your attention with its sporty, flat rear end and distinctive power domes adorning the bonnet. The design language sets the stage for an unparalleled driving experience, seamlessly …

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• 14 May

  TVS shows premium iQube e-scooter

  

  TVS Motor Company, a leading global automaker operating in the two and three-wheeler segments, launched  its  premium electric scooter TVS iQube at the recent Makina Motoshow as it showcase its technological prowess and eco-friendly transportation solutions. As the demand for sustainable mobility continues to surge globally, TVS Motor is at the forefront of delivering a cutting-edge electric 2 wheeler range …

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• 13 May

  ‘Pares’

  

  Curiosity brought us to a trending eatery near the GSIS office in Pasay City last Saturday evening.  Us meant me, my two grown-up sons, JB and Jerson, and my very good friend, Peter Anthony Espeleta setting out to discover the fuss surrounding the latest food craze in town. We just came from the nearby Rizal Memorial Coliseum in Vito Cruz, …

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• 13 May

  Resilient mothers find strength in SM Foundation medical mission

  

  Mothers play endless roles within the family—provider, accountant, teacher, engineer, and even doctor when any family member is under the weather. They are the glue that holds it all together, juggling multiple responsibilities with a nurturing spirit. Mothers are also on-call 24/7, attending to everyone’s needs while putting their own on the backburner far too often. Yet in their selfless …

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• 13 May

  Manila to make Roxas Boulevard walkable, bikeable on ‘car-free Sundays’ starting May 26

  

  Residents of Manila and other parts of the National Capital Region will soon have a portion of the northbound and southbound lanes of Roxas Boulevard car-free for their walking, jogging, running, and biking exercises on Sundays from 5 am to 9 am. Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna signed on Monday morning of May 13, Ordinance No. 9047 to make Roxas Boulevard …

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• 13 May

  E-VAWC BILL: HOUSE WAITS FOR SENATE VERSION

  

  As we celebrate Mother’s Day to honor the most important women in our lives, allow me to point out one significant piece of legislation. As one of the co-authors, I laud Speaker Martin Romualdez, the Makabayan bloc, Rep. Geraldine Roman, and Rep. Marjorie Ann Teodoro for their leadership and collaboration on HB 8009. HB 8009 or the Expanded Anti-Violence Against …

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• 13 May

  Yulo, Ruivivar lead PSA achievers

  

  GYMNASTICS star Carlos Yulo and aces from various fronts who cracked the Paris Olympics got Philippine sports off to a hot start in the second quarter of 2024. Yulo, himself booked for a second Olympiad stint, copped the gold medal in parallel bars (15.200 points) and silver in vault (15.066) in the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup Series in Qatar …

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• 13 May

  Quezon, Zamboanga trounce MPBL rivals, Caloocan edges Pangasinan

  

  Quezon and Zamboanga routed Bacolod and Marikina, respectively, on Thursday to keep their lofty spots in the MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) Sixth Season at the Caloocan Sports Complex. The Quezon Huskers showed their depth and firepower in a 76-55 drubbing of Bacolod City of Smiles that gave them a 5-0 record and share of the lead with San Juan …

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