MMPC Pursues Plan to Export RP-Assembled MPV to ASEAN

Mitsubishi Motor Philippines Corp. (MMPC) has not given up on its plan to export a locally assembled multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) for the ASEAN market as it sees an opportunity in the production of diesel-fed Fuzion, the planned entry level model, in light of the high fuel prices.

MMPC senior vice president Melchor Dizon told reporters the plan to transform the Philippines as a production for an Asian Utility Vehicle has remained under serious study.

“MMPC’s objective is to be an exporter, that remains to be our aspirational objective,” Dizon said. Read more

Toyota Philippines to Roll Out Lexus Line by Q1 2009

Toyota Motors Philippines Inc. (TMP) is getting ready to roll its Lexus line of luxury cars by the first quarter of 2009 as it aims to establish a premium foothold in the local luxury vehicle market.

Alfred Ty, vice-chairman of TMP, said the group is dead set on putting up the first Lexus showroom in the Philippines in spite of the ongoing sub-prime crisis in the US, the economic slowdown in the country and soaring prices of oil.

“If everything goes on schedule, we hope to start selling units in the first quarter of next year,” Ty said Read more

Isuzu Achieves Highest Ranking in Philippines Sales Satisfaction Study

Isuzu ranks highest in overall new-vehicle sales satisfaction in the Philippines, according to the J.D. Power Asia Pacific 2008 Philippines Sales Satisfaction Index (SSI) StudySM released today.

Now in its eighth year, the study has been redesigned for 2008 and examines seven factors that contribute to overall satisfaction with sales experience. In order of importance, these factors are: delivery process; delivery timing; salesperson; paperwork; deal; sales initiation; and dealer facility. Read more

Toyota Philippines Lowers Price of Fuel Efficient Cars

Toyota Motors Philippines, the country’s leading automobile distributor, will lower the price of its fuel efficient vehicles.

In a statement, Toyota said it will offer discounts to make its fuel efficient vehicles more affordable.

All of Toyota’s models operate with fuel efficiency using the VVT-I technology for gas engines and the D4-D technology for diesel engines. Read more

IRRI Tests Fuel Saving Toyota Prius

Amid continually rising crude oil prices and growing concerns for the degradation of the natural environment, Toyota Motors Philippines Corporation (TMP) is continuing to test the Toyota Prius. The world’s pioneer of hybrid technology, the Prius is acclaimed worldwide for its fuel efficiency and environment-friendly features.

As a hybrid, the Prius is propelled by two power sources – the electric and conventional internal combustion engines. The engine, the battery, or both can power the vehicle, depending on driving conditions. A number of Prius units were brought to the Philippines so they can be tested under local road and traffic situations. Read more

Philippine International Motor Show Turns Spotlight on Cleaner, Safer Cars

Helping the motoring public grapple with soaring fuel prices, local auto makers have taken the lead by offering wider choices of safe and fuel-efficient vehicles at the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) this August.

The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), an organization of local carmakers and distributors, is staging the country’s “ultimate motoring event” at the World Trade Center Metro Manila on August 21 to 24. Read more

Mazda Philippines Announces ‘Drive on Air’ Promo Winner

Mazda Philippines congratulates Mrs. Leilanie Natividad for winning a brand new Macbook Air in Mazda’s Drive on Air promo. After test-driving a Mazda3, Mrs. Natividad won and drove home her very own laptop. Now, zooming in her Mazda3 and typing away on her Macbook Air she has the perfect combination of style, comfort and innovation.

Mazda representative Ms. Nenuka Guba and Mazda Makati Sales Supervisor Ms. Cheryl Javines awarded Mrs.Natividad with her prize last June 18, 2008 at the Mazda Makati dealership. Interviewing Mrs. Natividad at the awarding ceremony, it turns out that she actually bought herself a brand-new Tonic-colored Mazda 3!

Start Your Engines and Get Ready to Party!

MANILA 701 – THE CRAZY RACE 2nd EDITION
July 19-20, 2008 (Saturday to Sunday)
CityKart Racing
Km. 18, West Service Road, South Superhighway
Sucat, Parañaque

Race and Party Schedule:

July 19, Saturday - Doors open at 9:00 PM - 701 laps of endurance racing and 16 hours of non-stop partying!

Featuring: SinoSiKat, Cosmic Love, DJ Daryl and DJ Stefan

July 20, Sunday   - Awarding ceremonies at 12 nn onwards

RSVP:     Aida Baltazar 466-2802/(0919)2159206    |  Kitten Perez (0917) 8163073 | Marco Sindiong (0929) 3934122

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Honda Philippines Offers Rainy Day Promo on Parts

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. showers delightful packages on Honda parts to ensure road safety this rainy season. In preparing against the hazards of rainy days, it is important to ensure that your car is running in tip-top condition.

With Honda’s rainy day promo, customers can get as much as 50% discount for wiper motors, drive belts and brake shoes and 40% discount on wiper assembly, windshield cleaning and hydrophilic paint protection. Discounts are also available for other parts and services such as brake pads, wiper blades, headlight and taillight bulbs and engine oil treatment. Read more

Direct Link Insurance 10% Discount Promo for Tsikot Members

Tsikot’s car insurance partner, Direct Link, guarantees 10% discount on your current car insurance policy.

This exclusive offering is up to September 30, 2008 only. Early renewal/bookings of your current policy will be accepted and treated as your reservation for the said discount. All offered quotations for Tsikot Members are free, no-obligation quote, and will be valid up to 90 days.

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Call us today at 88-725-88 up to 87, or toll free anywhere in the Philippines, 1-800-1-888LINK(5465). You may also drop us a message at dirlink@mozcom.com or info@directlink.com.ph.

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