Toyota Philippines Recalls 151 Prado SUVs for Skidding Problems

One hundred fifty-one Land Cruiser Prado sports utility vehicles (SUV) sold here since late last year are affected by the global recall of about 21,000 units due to skidding problems encountered in high-speed driving, a Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. official said on Wednesday.

Owners are advised to contact the local arm of the Japanese automotive firm to arrange for a free reprogramming of their units’…

Isuzu Philippines Defers Plan to Sell Vehicles to Central America

Isuzu Philippines Corp. is deferring plans to export locally-assembled vehicles to Central America pending the resolution of pricing issues, outgoing company president Keiji Takeda told reporters Monday night.

“We tried but the stumbling block was that the price requirement from them and our cost does not match. So that was the biggest barrier, the biggest…

19th Trans Sport Show Opens April 21 at the SM Megamall

Witness the most exciting battle of tricked out cars and restored vintages at the 19th edition of the Trans Sport Show brought to you by TradeShow International, Caltex with Techron and Solar Auto Club.

More than 80 of the best dressed cars in the country will be on display at the Megatrade Hall…

Review: 2010 Hyundai Tucson GLS is a stylish all-rounder without sacrifice

Filed under: Budget, Crossover, Hyundai, Reviews

Like it or not, the small crossover segment is booming. Not only are budget-minded automakers all putting forth their best efforts to create new-and-improved vehicles for the class, even higher-end manufacturers like Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz are getting into the act hoping to win over customers…

Subaru Set To Shine at Manila International Auto Show

Motor Image Pilipinas (MIP), the exclusive distributor of Subaru, has announced that it will be showcasing the complete model line-up at the upcoming Manila International Auto Show on April 15 to 18 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. World renowned precision driver Russ Swift will also put to the test the Subaru Impreza…

Local Auto Parts Makers Seek Partners from Abroad

LOCAL auto parts makers will seek new foreign partners and buyers starting today in Taiwan’s Automotive & Auto Parts Industry (AMPA) Show, touted as the biggest auto parts show in Asia today.

The Manila Economic and Cultural Office (Meco) in Taipei said 19 Filipino automotive parts manufacturers will participate in the AMPA Show, which will…

Universal Motors Launches New Nissan Murano Z51

UNIVERSAL MOTORS CORP. (UMC) recently introduced the much-awaited Nissan Murano Z51 at the Rizal Grand Ballroom of the Edsa Shangri-La. Preceded by a detailed introduction by UMC marketing group senior vice president Elizabeth H. Lee followed by an audiovisual presentation and dance number, the Murano Z51or ZUV, as UMC calls it, was unveiled…

Local Car Sales up 35.5% in First Quarter

Automotive sales grew by 35.5 percent in the first quarter of the year, with increases registered in all vehicle categories except light trucks.

The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (Campi) reported that in the January to March period, the industry sold a total of 38,709…

Review: 2010 Mercedes-Benz S400 Hybrid, who is it for?

Filed under: Hybrid, Sedan, Mercedes-Benz, Reviews, Luxury

When pondering the idea of any near-$100,000 hybrid luxury sedan, one has to wonder, “What’s the point?” The only hybrids that sell in any significant numbers are the Toyota Prius and Ford Fusion, and for good reason. Both allow drivers – and particularly…

Review: 2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet speaks too softly, but carries a big stick

Filed under: Convertible, Performance, Audi, Reviews, Luxury

Taking a great looking performance car and chopping off its roof is risky business – compromises are inevitable. That’s especially true in this modern age of unibody structures. Removing a big chunk of a vehicle’s architecture without adequately reinforcing what’s left can yield a…