Honda Jazz up for grabs at Yahoo! Purple Hunt

Catch the country’s Fun Utility Vehicle (FUV), Honda Jazz, at the Yahoo! Purple Hunt game.  Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. partners with Yahoo! Philippines in its social movement called, “Project Purple.”  This project aims to fuel Pinoy passions by promoting creativity, innovativeness and expression of opinion, in a fun and refreshing way.

In doing so, Yahoo! introduced a treasure hunt activity with a purple twist.  Dubbed as the Yahoo! Purple Hunt, accessible via www.yahoo.com.ph, participants are tasked to solve online clues and find treasures located around Metro Manila.

The ultimate treasure at stake is a brand new Honda Jazz, designed with hip and exclusive purple artwork. Read more

Mazda Philippines Unveils Mazda3 Limited Series at Zoom Fest

Living up to its Zoom-Zoom mantra, Mazda Philippines created buzz over the weekend with the introduction of its Mazda3 Limited Series (1.6L S and 1.6 V variants) at the Mazda Zoom Fest at the Dealers. Mazda3 Limited Series boasts of a complete vehicle package perfect for today’s highly active and urban lifestyle. Mazda3 has been ranked No.1 in quality in the midsize car segment by the J.D. Powers Asia Pacific 2008 Thailand Initial Quality Study, a proof of its excellent driving performance and stylish design that has been widely acclaimed by customers all over the world.

Launched in June 2003, the Mazda3 has become a widely popular compact vehicle that has sold in more than 101 countries. Moreover, it has won 94 global automotive awards to date – including car of the year awards in several countries – an indication of the great reputation the Mazda3 enjoys with customers and journalists alike. Throughout the years, Mazda3 has established itself as a superb statement of automotive engineering, designed and built to enrich the driving experience on the road. Read more

John Ford Coley “Love is the Answer 09″ Concert Live

“JOHN FORD COLEY LOVE IS THE ANSWER 09″ CONCERT: Live at Ynares Sports Arena Pasig City with special guest Ms. Olivia, Asia’s Golden Girl of Jazz on June 26, 2009, friday at 9:00 PM.

Grammy nominated, platinum and gold record award-winning recording artist John Ford Coley

There are songs you hear in your life that transport you to a certain time period or give you a special feeling. You associate those good times to the group that made them famous. Songs like “I’d Really Love To See You Tonight,” “Nights Are Forever Without You” and “Love Is The Answer” have that kind of effect on people. Those songs and numerous others have made John Ford Coley a singing legend. He has spent decades touring, writing, recording, and producing. John is most revered as half of the Grammy nominated duo England Dan and John Ford Coley. He continues with an active roster performing the platinum and gold record hits for audiences around the world. Classically trained on piano and an avid guitarist, John loves the craft and enjoys every audience he encounters. With double platinum and gold records behind him, John has also produced other artists. John recorded a live album while he was on tour in the Philippines with many of the hits. It is available on the internet, and at concerts. John is currently going into the studio to record new material for an acoustic album. Some of John Ford Coley’s hits are as follows: “Love Is The Answer”, “Gone Too Far”, “I’d Really Love To See You Tonight”, “We’ll Never Have To Say Goodbye Again”, “Nights Are Forever Without You”, “Soldier In The Rain”, “Come Back To Me”, “Sad To Belong”, “Simone”, “Westward Wind”, “Part of Me, Part of You.” Some of John’s songs have appeared in feature films such as “Nights are Forever Without You” in “Dickie Roberts Former Child Star”. Another hit “I’d Really Love To See You Tonight” appeared in the film “Long Kiss Goodnight” with Geena Davis and Samuel L. Jackson.

Lexus Manila Lowers Sales Targets Anew

Luxury brand Lexus Manila Inc. has lowered its sales target for the second time this year in anticipation of a slower demand given the fluctuations in the exchange rate and the increasing price of fuel, a top official said.

In an interview, Lexus president Daniel M. Isla said that from an initial target of 300 units for their first year, they have revised it to 200 and then lowered it further to 172 units.

“Oil prices are unfavorable right now and it is creating a negative perception,” Isla said in an interview. “Second quarter is more critical and challenging,” he added.

Isla reported that their sales have reached 79 units with the sports utility vehicle as the best seller. Read more

Prius in RP: Going Green Comes with a Price

The Prius, the world’s best-selling hybrid car, finally goes on sale in the country today at major Toyota dealers nationwide.

The 1.8-liter third generation gasoline-electric hybrid can get up to 38 kilometers per liter and significantly cuts down on carbon emissions, meeting the strictest emission-reduction standards worldwide.

But going green in the Philippines doesn’t come cheap. The Prius has a price tag of P2.2 million, about half of it going to taxes – import duties, excise taxes, and value-added tax (VAT). This is more than double its price in Japan of $20,900.

“Toyota believes that a lot more customers would benefit if a special tax incentive will be given for the Prius to bring its cost down,” said Raymond Rodriguez, first vice president for vehicle sales operations of Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. Read more

Dreamco Launches New Light Trucks Series

Dreamco Automobile Company Incorporated (DREAMCO) recently rolled out its initial lineup of JMC light commercial vehicles – 4- and 6-wheeler light trucks – at its assembly plant in Laguna.

Jiangling Motors Company (JMC) is one of the largest automotive brands in China with an annual production of 100,000 units. It exports its line of American and Japanese licensed vehicles to more than 60 countries worldwide in regions such as the Middle East, North Africa, Central and South America, Russia, and Southeast Asia. JMC has also displayed its pickup trucks, SUVs, and commercial vehicle lineups at the Frankfurt, Russia, Egypt, and Paris motorshows.

The partnership of DREAMCO with Jiangling-Isuzu Motors Company Limited and Jiangling Motors Import & Export Ltd. marks a commitment to providing excellent automotive products. This is supported by an extensive, nationwide dealership network and aftersales support for long-term reliability and lower owning and operating costs. Read more

The New Suzuki Celerio: Classy, Comfy, Eco-friendly

Most mini compacts offer lightweight bodies and peppy engines. However, their three-box shapes make them seem more like aerodynamic bricks, making them less fuel efficient and thus making them less environment friendly.

Suzuki knows that the global trend towards super compact, fuel efficient and space saving cars is increasing further by the day, and offers a new solution to that growing need – the new Suzuki Celerio.

The new Suzuki Celerio totes an aerodynamic, boy-racer look that yuppies crave since it looks like it could cheat the wind. The new body shape promotes better fuel consumption because of the potential for less drag – due to a wedge-shaped profile and a steeply raked windshield – particularly at high speeds. A boldly shaped grille creates a further impressive front fascia, and complementing the look even more are large halogen multi-reflector headlights and foglights. And to finish off the sporty look, the new Suzuki Celerio comes in five environmentally inspired exterior colors – Arctic White Pearl Metallic, Silky Silver Metallic, Desert Brown Metallic, Fortune Rose Pearl Metallic, and Paradise Blue Pearl Metallic. Read more

Honda Jazz: Ready When You Need To Be

When the Honda Jazz came out in 2004, it was dubbed a revolutionary vehicle. There was nothing like it in its class. Needless to say it became a huge success. With the recent release of the second generation Jazz, Honda’s revolutionary product has stepped gracefully into the next phase of hatchback evolution. It is now more versatile and multi-faceted, making it an ideal option for those with a demanding and unpredictable lifestyle.

The Jazz is a premier example of Honda’s clever space planning by using central fuel tank layout to optimize cabin space and maintain ease of maneuverability. The 2nd generation Jazz is now wider and longer, offering even more options for the metropolitan on the go. Read more

New Mazda MX-5: the Sporty Roadster Just Got Even Better

It was in 1989 when Mazda MX-5 was launched at the Chicago Auto Show. Known as Mazda Miata in North America and Roadster in Japan, the two-seater roadster sports car built by Mazda in Hiroshima in Japan became the fastest-selling sports car in its generation. It was hailed as the most popular open-top sports car in the world. The second generation Mazda MX-5 was launched in 1998 featuring a more powerful engine and external styling cues. In 2005, Mazda unveiled its third generation and in the following year, Mazda MX-5 Retractable Hard Top (RHT) was launched featuring a button that would enable the driver to enjoy the comfort and convenience of a hard top and the exhilaration of a convertible in just 12 seconds.

Fast forward to 2009, Mazda Philippines recently gave the Miata Club Philippines a peek at the New Mazda MX-5 during the club’s monthly meeting at the Manila Polo Club. Miata club members were in awe at the sight of the New Mazda MX-5. Mazda Philippines Brand Manager Prudz Castillo summed it best about the Mazda MX-5 facelift, “The New Mazda MX-5 RHT is the epitome of Mazda’s stylish, innovative brand essence and the realization of Zoom-Zoom spirit Mazda is known for.” Built with the principle Jinnba-Ittai or “the car and the driver as one”, the Mazda MX-5 is indeed a car that proves to be the most fun to use, to drive and to own. The New Mazda MX-5 proves that genuine roadster thrill still exists. The latest Mazda MX-5 enhancements indeed cement its reputation as the most enjoyable lightweight two-seat sports car. Read more

Honda Philippines Uses Solar-Powered Lights in Sta. Rosa plant

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) recently held the official lighting of its solar-powered perimeter lighting facility in its manufacturing plant in Sta. Rosa, Laguna. Forty units of solar panels are installed to power twenty perimeter lamps around the factory.

Solar-powered alternatives not only cut down electricity costs but help reduce carbon footprint as well. It is estimated that with the forty units of solar panels, Honda will be able to enjoy an annual savings of over Php 400,000 on electricity charges and be able to reduce almost 58,000 kilowatt hour per year. Read more

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