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Isuzu Unleashes The New D-MAX LS-A

  Sixteen years after it introduced what would become one of its most iconic diesel workhorses, Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) launches the most stylish modern iteration of the D-MAX pick-up, the LS-A. To be publicly displayed at the New Glorietta Activity Center, Makati from August 29 to August 31, the D-MAX LS-A represents nearly a century of Isuzu’s experience and ...

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Audi e-Tron Quattro is IIHS Top Safety Pick for 2019

Audi e-tron Quattro SUV is the first ever pure battery electric vehicle (BEV) that earned the 2019 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick+ rating, the highest rating awarded by non-profit organizations and funded by auto insurance companies in the U.S.A. The ratings give buyers a way to directly compare the crashworthiness and safety features of different vehicles. ...

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1974 Volkswagen Type 181: Winsome Little Thing

With the right time, effort and dedication, any car has the potential to be a show winner and no other vehicle serves as better proof of that than the 1974 Volkswagen Type 181 that bagged the top honors at the 2014 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) car show competition. Owned by Ronnie Fernandez and restored by Jules Chanco of MAC Sport ...

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An Unsolicited Advice on Managing Metro Manila Traffic (Part 4)

First and foremost, we would like to thank the numerous readers who sent us messages asking why we have not posted the next part of our “unsolicited advice” on managing traffic in Metro Manila. We intentionally delayed this part, which will deal with the third E or Enforcement of the 3 E’s of Traffic Management, because we know that we will ...

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CST Launches New Tires and Aggressive Marketing Direction for 2019

Here at Power Wheels Magazine, we regularly get several invitations to attend the launch, introduction, or unveiling of a new vehicle or an automotive product, or the inauguration or opening of a new factory, dealership, flagship store, or outlet. Thus, when we got an invitation to attend the CST Tires 2019 Launch on August 22, 2019 at the Grand Ballroom ...

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FOTON Philippines To Mount Big AtTRUCKtion on September 12-13, 2019

Three years after the car and truck brand’s last “Big Show”, FOTON Philippines is once again coming up with its largest and latest commercial vehicle offerings in a two-day expo called FOTON’s Big AtTRUCKtion, which will be held on September 12-13, 2019 at the Megatent Events Venue in Libis, Quezon City. In keeping with the brand’s tagline, Empower Your Business, the ...

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Rolls-Royce Ghost Zenith Collection: The Pinnacle of a Timeless Masterpiece

Very rarely, there is a chance for collectors of luxury to obtain an item that is truly at its apex. In the context of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, these rare moments present themselves approximately once every ten years. Rolls-Royce observes the ultimate craftsmanship and perfection, and when better to do so than when celebrating the success and global adoration that has ...

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Ferrari Portofino’s Lightweight Chassis Technology Wins The Altair Enlighten Award

Maranello, Italy. The Altair judging panel has selected the body-in-white of the Ferrari Portofino as a winner of the 2019 Enlighten Award in the Full Vehicle category held on August 5, 2019 at the CAR Management Briefing Seminars in Traverse City, MI, USA. The Award honors the greatest achievements in vehicle weight savings each year and the Ferrari Portofino was selected ...

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Cleanfuel’s Six Road Safety Tips During This Rainy Season

The Metro has been lashed by heavy, torrential rains lately, and as you very well know, wet, rain-drenched roads mean decreased visibility and increased risk of accidents. Let these tips guide you to be ever vigilant and stay safe on the road. SLOW DOWN. Driving fast in the rain is dangerous, because it increases your chance of hydroplaning and losing ...

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Porsche Philippines Leads After-Sales Service Standards In Luxury Vehicle Market

For more than two decades, Porsche Philippines has been at the forefront of customer satisfaction in the automotive market and after-sales service remains one of its focal points. In fact, half of Porsche Philippines’ success is attributed to its distinguished services because of its motivated, experienced, Germany-trained technicians, modern facilities and equipment. Filipino Technicians Trained in Germany Following a uniform, ...

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