Total Philippines: Ethanol Supply to Boom in Next Two Years

THE next two years may be the banner year for the local ethanol-supply industry, Ernst Wanten, Total (Philippines) Corp. president and managing director, indicated to reporters in an interview on Friday.

“Though there is an ethanol-supply shortage today, the government needs to encourage more local ethanol producers to put up the needed processing plants,” Wanten…

Honda Captures Fun Family Moments with CR-V Photo Contest

The search is on for the most fun and memorable family moments with the CR-V. Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. recently announced the launch of its My Kind of CR-V Fun photo contest. Open to owners of the 3rd generation CR-V which was introduced in the market back in 2006, My Kind of CR-V Fun…

New Importer-Distributor for Chevrolet Named

Top global automaker General Motors (GM) steers Chevrolet to a new direction in the Philippines with the announcement of its new importer and distributor, The Covenant Car Company, Inc (TCCCI). The newly established company hopes to lead the iconic “bow tie” brand to a new and highly competitive track in the local automotive industry.

At…

Sport Trucks, Custom Cars in Manila Auto Salon Show

The Manila Auto Salon, featuring sport trucks, classic cars, sport utility vehicles, vans, crossovers, restyling products and accessories, tires and wheels, bikes and car clubs, will be held Nov. 26-29 at the SMX Convention Center at the SM Mall of Asia complex in Pasay City.

Three big events are lined up in the four-day affair,…

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines and Almazora Motors Corporation Introduce the “BEEP”

Almazora Motors Corporation (AMC) a leading bus body manufacturer and Mitsubishi Motors Philippines collaborate for a viable alternative for the popular public utility vehicle the jeepney. The “BEEP” (Bus-jeep), is a micro sized bus which is suitable for crowded cities such as Metro Manila. It was designed for the primary purpose of modernizing Metro…

CAMPI: Auto Sales Up 12.9% in October 2009

Auto sales jumped by 12.9 percent to 12,761 units in October from September’s 11,304 units as car owners scramble to replace vehicles damaged by the typhoons, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers Association of the Philippines (CAMPI) said.

For the first 10…

Honda cars: The Unanimous Choice in Auto Focus Awards

Honda Cars Phils., Inc. expresses its heartfelt gratitude to the general public as it garners recognition for ALL its models during the 2009 Auto Focus People’s Choice Awards.

For three years in a row, the Civic has remained the undisputed Compact Sedan of the Year awardee. With its refreshed styling, sporty demeanor and advanced technologies,…

Honda Philippines Partners with Fleet Accounts in Promoting Fuel Efficieny

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. recently partnered with its corporate fleet accounts in promoting the importance of fuel efficient driving and in making it a habit. Taking into consideration the number of cars being managed by these accounts, a simple tweak on driving habits makes significant difference in extending fuel mileage.

The increase in CO2 emissions,…

Toyota Philippines Offers Special Discounts for New Vehicle Purchases of Typhoon-affected Customers

Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation offers special sales incentives for new vehicle purchases of Typhoon-affected Toyota Customers. The devastating effects of typhoons Ondoy and Pepeng have left a lot of vehicles damaged, some beyond repair. To aid flood-affected Toyota customers, TMPC will offer discounts ranging from P25,000 to P62,000 for select Toyota models for purchases…