Equipped with a Mugen front grille, a Mugen wing-type rear spoiler and Mugen 17-inch racing wheels, the Honda CR-Z 3-door hatchback can easily be mistaken for just another showoff, gas-guzzling sports car. But wait! Underneath the enormous “CR-Z” letters painted in black on the doors are the words: “Hybrid Advanced Sports.”
Porsche made headlines by unveiling the all-new Cayman and Cayman S, Porsche’s mid-engined 2-door sports car, promising both improved performance, driver involvement and efficiency at the famous Autodromo Internacional Algarve in Portimao, situated in the ruggedly beautiful Algarve region of Portugal.
Everyone who drives a Volvo would have had a feel of what the Scandinavian carmaker’s headquarters are like.
Motor Image Enterprises Singapore recently invited select members of the motoring media to test-drive in the beautiful island of Bali, Indonesia, the final production versions of the Subaru XV, currently Motor Image’s hottest-selling compact crossover vehicle in the Asean region.
It was the worst of times; it was the best of times. As parts of the world grapple with economic recession and stagnation, demand for ultra-luxury goods continues to soar. It is in this environment that Ferrari and McLaren, two Formula One rivals extraordinaire that are also in the business of making hyper-performance road cars, are releasing their latest creations.
Isuzu Crosswind’s extensive list of features and qualities that cater to the needs and wants of Filipino families has always been one of the model’s key strengths, and this has been proven once again as the Crosswind landed among the top 10 bestselling vehicles in the country in 2012.
The woeful story of businessman and car enthusiast “EA” (name withheld upon request) started four years ago.
Eurobrands Distributor Inc. (EDI), official Peugeot importer and distributor, has announced its support for and intent to join the Caltex 2013 STV Auto Rally Corporate Challenge (ARCC). The ARCC, patterned after the “Tulip Rally” popularized in the 1960s, is an “on time, all the time” activity that does not promote speed as much as is does adherence to common road rules and laws.
Mazda cars are known for their exhilarating driving performance, and with their new Skyactiv technology, they are aiming to be fuel efficient as well. Mazda Philippines is making the purchase of Mazda more enticing with a new comprehensive care and maintenance program.
Every year the editors of the “MIT Technology Review” look for companies all over the world that have announced ground-breaking technologies. This year the jury put Audi on the list of “50 Disruptive Companies” in recognition of the piloted driving project it presented at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Detroit.
BPI Family Savings Bank, the country’s largest thrift bank, is expecting a banner year for its auto lending business, with the growing economy seen boosting demand for vehicles.
March is Women’s Month. And this writer certainly started this month in style—and in utmost safety.
