Isuzu Showcases Lifestyle Vehicles at PIMS 2008

Isuzu Philippines used the recent Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) to demonstrate the many possible ways its vehicles can be tailored to the specific lifestyle needs of the market. Held end August 2008 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, the PIMS was organized by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) for just the second year. Isuzu believes that the motor show was the perfect venue to flaunt its line of concept vehicles that will suit the varied needs of the Filipino market.

“We want people to realize that Isuzu does not only make utilitarian commercial vehicles,” said IPC President Keiji Takeda. “What we manufacture is a means for individuals and families to achieve freedom on the open road, and to do so in a trendy manner—while still enjoying the benefits of fuel-efficiency, engine power, dependability and value for money.” Read more

Honda debuts the All-New Jazz at the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. announces the Philippine premiere of the All-New Honda Jazz during the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show at the World Trade Center Metro Manila.

Widely acclaimed for its dynamic styling, spacious interiors, versatile utility and remarkable fuel economy, the 2nd generation Honda Jazz introduces more advanced and vibrant features to bring out added fun and excitement to one‘s driving experience. Living up to its demeanor, the All-New Jazz is aptly named as a Fun Utility Vehicle or simply, an F.U.V.! Read more

New-Generation Cars Debut at 2nd PIMS

AFTER the rain of confetti had settled and the smoke had cleared, the motoring public was treated to a slew of new auto models that made their Philippine debut at the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) ongoing at the World Trade Center in Pasay City until August 24.

On opening day last Aug. 21, President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo walked the main exhibit hall accompanied by the country chief executives of the 15 participating global auto brands, inspecting first-hand the fresh car models soon to hit Manila’s streets, and a number of concept vehicles straight from the future.

This year’s motor show featured some of the glitziest vehicle unveilings as member companies of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) pulled all the stops in elaborate presentations to launch their latest offerings. Read more

PGMA Keynotes 2nd Philippine International Motor Show

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo keynoted the opening of the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) last August 21.  The biggest car show in the country will run until the 24th at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

The 2nd PIMS is not just a motor show but a showcase of the local auto industry’s strength, agility and economic might with 15 of the global auto brands participating with the support of their parent firms that recognize the Philippines’ growing significance as a viable auto market in the region.

Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) President Elizabeth Lee said the show is a testament to investors’ faith and confidence in the Philippines. Read more

Government Prods Automakers to Bring in Hybrids

President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo yesterday ushered in a new era in Philippine transportation by calling on local car manufacturers to begin introducing vehicles that run on alternative fuels, a move that will reduce the country’s dependence on foreign oil.

Speaking to members of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) during the opening of the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, Mrs. Arroyo told the chief executives of the 15 participating auto brands to hasten the introduction of fuel-efficient hybrid vehicles that run partly on battery power.

“We await the arrival of hybrid vehicles,” she said. “This is part of our Green Philippines Program and having vehicles that run on renewal energy is a big help.” Read more

Toyota Displays A-BAT Concept Car at the 2nd Philippine International Motorshow

Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMPC) announced its participation at the 2nd Philippine International Motorshow (PIMS) organized by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI). The 400-sqaure meter TMPC booth will feature the A-BAT Concept Pick-up displayed at the 2008 North American Motorshow, and the Interactive Hybrid Synergy Drive. TMPC will also launch its 20th Anniversary Vios Limited Edition Model, the new Hilux and the new Land Cruiser at the said event. The 2nd PIMS will be held from August 21 to 24, 2008 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

Now on its second year, the PIMS shall showcase a host of new products and concept cars under the theme “Drive the Future towards Safer and Cleaner Motoring.” As the country’s biggest automotive company, Toyota, for its part, will make its booth exciting by introducing new models and mounting exciting exhibits. Toyota adapts its 20th Anniversary motto, “Driving Tomorrow”, as the central theme of its exhibit. Read more

Coming Soon: Honda Jazz, JCOTY 2007-08

Catch the Philippine premiere of the award-winning and best-selling Honda Jazz during the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show on August 21-24 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila. Fun and exciting games plus loads of giveaways await customers.

Honda’s second generation Honda Fit, known as the Jazz in the Philippines, has won the prestigious 2007-008 Japan Car of the Year Award (JCOTY). The All-New Honda Fit has lived on with the tradition as its predecessor grabbed the same title of JCOTY in 2001-2002. Read more

More Info on the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show Released

Following an official press conference held recently at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) officially released the Fact Sheet for the forthcoming 2nd Philippine International Motor Show.

The Event

The 2nd Philippine International Motor Show slated on August 21 to 24, 2008 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, Pasay City comes on the heels of last year’s successful motor show event that showcased the newest breed of passenger cars, SUVs, and commercial vehicles from local auto manufacturers and distributors. Read more

Philippine International Motor Show Turns Spotlight on Cleaner, Safer Cars

Helping the motoring public grapple with soaring fuel prices, local auto makers have taken the lead by offering wider choices of safe and fuel-efficient vehicles at the 2nd Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) this August.

The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), an organization of local carmakers and distributors, is staging the country’s “ultimate motoring event” at the World Trade Center Metro Manila on August 21 to 24. Read more