Gelael Rules Asian Karting Open Championships Second Leg

After topping the Pre-Final race that determined grid positions in the Final, Sean Gelael took a flag-to-flag victory in the premier Formula 125 Open Senior category of the Asian Karting Open Championships (AKOC) second leg at the Kartodromo de Coloane in Macau.

From the time the red lights went out signaling the start until the checkered flag dropped, the 16-year-old Gelael took command of the 24-lap race and never looked back. The young Indonesian crossed the finish line to the cheers of a large crowd in the grandstand.

Throughout the race, Malaysia’s Weiron Tan, who submitted the fastest time during qualifying, tried to chase down Gelael but the latter’s smoothness and confidence proved to be too much of an advantage. Taking third was Christian Silvano of Indonesia, who settled into a comfortable pace that produced enough room between himself and the flying Edward Cheever, who started from 18th, sliced his way up the field into fourth place and set the fastest lap of the race (49.27 seconds). The spectacular Alexandra Asmasoebrata, meanwhile, bucked a bad start that dropped her from third to ninth. She fought her way back to take the final podium position, giving Indonesia four out of the top five positions. Erstwhile AKOC series leader Richard Bradley of Singapore, retired on the seventh lap with mechanical trouble.

In 18-lap Formula 125 Open Junior final, Singaporean Andersen Martono, 13, triumphed over the 16-kart field to take his first victory in this year’s series. Despite injuring his wrist in the Pre-Final, Darma M. Hutomo of Indonesia braved the pain to take second place ahead of his tenacious compatriot Yasuo Senna Iriawan. Rounding out the last two podium positions were Singapore’s Christian Villeneuve and Thailand’s Supanut Suwankham, who set the fastest lap of 49.909 seconds. Read more

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 of SM Megamall competing for the distinction of being called the best show car in the country.

Also on display will be some of the finest vintage cars restored by their owners to pristine condition. These are the cars we enjoyed from yesteryears.

“The 19th Caltex Trans Sport Show will be the most prestigious car show and competition the Philippines will see. Modern and classic cars will be on display at the same time showcasing the best in Philippine motoring for the last 50 years,” exclaims Sophie delos Santos, President of the all-female group of TradeShow International.

This year’s show is also being sponsored by Padi’s Point, Lazer Maxx, Gotcha, Blade, Resorts World Manila, Cafe Puro, Solar Sports, Jack TV, Sunshine TV, Motoring Today, AutoFocus, Auto Review, Stoplight TV, Viva Prime, C! Magazine, Top Gear Philippines, Kotse.com, Autoindustriya.com, Tsikot.com, Bigbigcar.com, TopGear.com.ph, Philstar.com, Autolink.ph, Digital Resource, DZRH 666, Magic 89.9, Wave 89.1, NU Rock 107.5, 99.5RT, 103.5 Max FM, DWIZ 882, Dream 106.7, Crossover 105.1, UR105.9, 97.9 Home Radio, U92, Business Mirror, Businessworld, The Manila Times, The Philippine STAR, Manila Bulletin, Chinese Commercial News, Daily Tribune, and Malaya Business Insight.

The Caltex Trans Sport Show will open today and will run through April 25. Gates open at 10 in the morning. Tickets are available at the gate.

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 again when he returns to showcase his trademark daredevil maneuvers.

This will be the first motor show that Motor Image will be showcasing its all-new model lineup led by the new Subaru Outback and Legacy range, which were introduced in the market last November. The Subaru Legacy has already won accolades including the 2009 Philippines’ Car of the Year. The Outback, on the other hand, was awarded by highly-respected Motor Trend Magazine as its 2010 SUV of the year, citing Subaru as “successfully reshaping the very definition of sport utility vehicle”. Also on display will be the legendary Impreza WRX STI, the Impreza 2.0R Sport, the turbo-charged Forester and the Tribeca.

Precision driver Russ Swift will be back to thrill Manila again as he returns to perform his trademark daredevil moves such as the parallel parking maneuver, two-wheel driving, and the “dance” routine using the Impreza WRX and will try to set a new world record in “doughnuts” with the Impreza WRX STI. Russ Swift currently holds an unbeaten Guinness World Record for parallel parking and was a two time British Autofest Champion and England’s Autotest Team Captain in 1982 and 1983. In 2004, he set a Guinness World Record for making 10 complete spins or “doughnuts” in just 16.07 seconds, a mere 1.6 seconds for each complete spin.

Original Subaru and Motor Image Racing Team merchandise and accessories will also be on sale to the public. Adding allure will be the famous Subaru girls who will be present to assist all visitors to the exhibit. Subaru Club of the Philippines (SCP) will be showcasing their rides the whole day of Saturday, April 17. The Manila International Auto Show will run from April 15 to 18 and will be held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

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, including the 14th Custom Car Show, the 14th Sport Truck Show and the third Mobile Electronics and Technology Show.

Aside from the competition events, the Auto Salon also showcases a wide range of car-enhancing accessories, gadgets and gizmos, tires and wheels, and the best mobile electronics. Read more

Manila Auto Salon 2009 Slated on November 26 to 29, 2009

Get ready for some serious auto styling and tuning once again at Asia’s coolest and the Philippine’s largest automotive aftermarket show – the 2009 Manila Auto Salon on November 26-29 at the SMX Convention Center.

Get madly chilled out, styled and tuned because at Manila Auto Salon everything is COOL! Over 120 customized/modified cars, SUVs and trucks will be showcased and competing for the 14th editions of the Custom Car Show and the Sport Truck Show. Over 30 of the best vehicles with mobile set-ups will be competing under the IASCA Sound Quality with Install and IdBL events at the 3rd Mobile Electronics & Technology Show. The country’s best performance cars will vie once again for the Ultimate Tuner Award and the hot search for the Manila Auto Salon Race Queens will finally be on!

Watch out for special event updates on the 4-day, activity-packed styling and tuning show of the year— the 2009 Manila Auto Salon. For participation and sponsorship inquiries, contact TRADESHOW INTERNATIONAL, INC, at 6713122, 6718381-82 or email tradeshow92@yahoo.com, www.manilaautosalon.com.

Tsikot.com and Tsikot.Tv are official media partners of Manila Auto Salon 2009.

Tsikot Autofest 2009 Features Car Bazaar, Drift Fest, DBS Loud Match and More

Transport Show 2009 Photos and Video

The finest array of restored vintage and contemporary cars came out in full force at the Transport Show 2009 which opened last April 22 to 26, 2009 at the Megatrade Hall of SM Megamall, Building B, Mandaluyong City.

Organized by TradeShow International, Inc. (TSI), Trans Sport Show has drawn the support and participation of Filipino car aficionados and craftsmen who display a keen passion for automobiles.

“Trans Sport Show has always maintained a good number of vintage cars to show every year, combined with the contemporary custom cars,” TSI President Sophie delos Santos said. Indeed, since its inception in 1992 as a general automotive show, Trans Sport Show has evolved into one of the most popular automotive events that car-savvy individuals swarm to. It is the longest running motoring event in the country that car enthusiasts of all ages could easily identify with.

View Transport Show 2009 photos over at Car Shows Philippines

Watch Transport Show Video at Tsikot.Tv

Tsikot.com and Tsikot.Tv are official media partners of Transport Show 2009.

Teletech Summer Auto Show 2009 is On

The TeleTech Customer Management, Roxas Delivery Center is holding the TeleTech Summer Autoshow on May 8, 2009 to be held at the Parking Slots of Building F, SM Corporate offices, near SMX and Mall of Asia.

Auto Night 2009 will definitely heat up the summer this coming May 8, 2009 with exciting Novice and Newbies Car Competition, Car Club EB’s, Variety of Auto display from auto manufacturers, Motorcycle Display, Carwash Babes  and Drift exhibition to be led by John Boban, Castrol Edge Drift Underground Series, Team Driftzone and Team Dorifto. Read more

RP-Made Vintage Jeep Takes Center Stage in Taiwan Auto Show

A vintage Willys military jeep is the centerpiece of Philippine-made motor vehicle parts and accessories on display at the Philippine Pavilion of the 2009 Taipei International Auto Parts (AMPA) running from April 14 to 17, 2009 at the TWTC Nangang Exhibition Hall in Taiwan.

The display is a joint project of the Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturers Association of the Philippines (MVPMAP), the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).

“It is the first time for the Philippines to participate in the Taipei AMPA Show, considered as the premier auto parts show in Asia. This is also significant as this is the first time that local auto parts makers have banded together to participate in an international trade exhibit of this magnitude. Read more

Manila International Auto Show: Five Years and Going Strong

Perhaps the longest-running auto show in the country, the Manila International Auto Show (Mias), organized by the Worldbex group under the auspices of Joseph Ang, has now celebrated its fifth year in another grand fashion.

Performing for the annual car show again is world Guinness record holder for precision driving Russ Swift, who wowed the crowd during the four-day affair that lasted from April 2 to 4.

Pulling in a little under 100,000 visitors from all walks of life, the Mias has been the most consistent car show in the country, coming out with an annual event since 2005, even after all the other competitors have folded and gone dry.

View this event’s photos at Car Shows Philippines. Read more

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