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.

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.

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Manila International Auto Show Slated on April 2 – 5, 2009

Expected to be the biggest motoring event of the year, the Manila International Auto Show 2009 will reel off on April 2 to 5 , 2009 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

Organized yearly by Wordlbex Services International, MIAS 2009 will highlight the Russ Swift Precision Driving Stunt Show, the Motul Nismo 350Z JGTC Race Car Exhibit, public debut car launches, off-road and on-road demonstrations and test drives, exiting raffle prizes, Top Gear Special Exhibit, Summit Fashion Show, motorsports clinics and various test drives by leading car manufacturers.

Competitions within the show include classic and custom car, Car of the Year Awards Exhibition, Outstanding Exhibitor’s Booth and a Photography contest.

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Mazda Announces 2008 Zoom Fest

Mazda Philippines presents the new and improved 2008 Mazda Zoom Fest, a much anticipated event for the motoring public to test-drive any of Mazda’s current vehicles. This year is made extra special with the inclusion of the Mazda MX-5 Retractable Hard Top (RHT), one of the stars of the recently concluded 2008 Manila International Auto Show.

There is also a lot of excitement about the all-new Mazda6 executive sedan and the premium Mazda CX-9. The best-selling Mazda3’s 2008 edition and the versatile Mazda Tribute will also be on hand to complete Mazda’s exciting fleet of sporty-styled yet elegant cars. The bottom line is no matter your driving style you can test-drive a car that will deliver Mazda’s exhilarating Zoom-Zoom spirit.

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Subaru Rocks Manila International Auto Show 2008

Motor Image Pilipinas (MIP), the exclusive distributor of Subaru automobiles, treated all Subaru fanatics to a thrilling exhibit at the Manila International Auto Show held last April 3 to 6 at the World Trade Center. The event marked the official introduction of the 2008 Impreza WRX STI to the Philippine market. MIP also showcased a prototype of the Impreza Group N rally car that would be available for race enthusiasts to purchase.

World renowned precision driver Russ Swift made a return and showcased his daredevil moves, this time using the new Subaru Impreza line up. The Manila International Auto Show turned blue once again with the host of Subaru activities and surprises that were lined up for both Subaru fans and public alike.

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Mazda MX-5 RHT Revealed in 2008 Manila International Auto Show

The 2008 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) held annually in the World Trade Center, attracts local motoring enthusiasts who come out in droves to see the sexiest cars and the hottest models; and the Mazda booth definitely had fine examples of both. The highlight of the Mazda MX-5 launch, hosted by the svelte Sarah Meier, was the moment of the grand reveal, at which point two mysterious models pulled down their hoods simultaneously with the Mazda MX-5’s Retractable Hard Top revealing drop-dead gorgeous looks. The audience stunned by what they saw erupted in applause. The models, of course, had their share of admiring glances as well.

This year’s MIAS aptly themed “Imagination in Motion” stirred the excitement of the motoring press who eagerly anticipated the release of the new car models, especially the all-new MX-5. Mr. Eric Malimban, the marketing manager of Mazda Philippines expressed his excitement about the third-generation Miata saying, “the Mazda MX-5 RHT is the epitome of Mazda’s stylish, innovative brand essence and the realization of the Zoom-Zoom spirit Mazda is known for.”

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