Chevron Philippines Inc (CPI), marketer of the Caltex brand of fuel and lubricants, has signed a partnership once again with Edukasyon.ph to offer cloud computing training and employment support for disadvantaged individuals through the AWS re/Start program. The collaboration between Chevron and Edukasyon.ph underscored their shared commitment to the educational development of underserved individuals. Forty-eight scholars graduated from the ...
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Nissan Launches the New Almera VL Sport Variant – Redefining Style and Connectivity
Nissan Philippines is excited to introduce the Nissan Almera VL Sport, adding an exciting option to the popular Almera lineup. This new variant brings a fresh look, offering a blend of style, convenience, and innovative technology. The exterior of the Almera VL Sport features a gloss black front grille with a Sport badge, along with a sleek wrap-around body kit ...
Read More »Mitsubishi Motors Philippines to Host First-Ever Global Debut at PIMS 2024
For the first time in Mitsubishi Motors’ history, the global stage is set in the Philippines as Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) will proudly host the world premiere of its latest concept vehicle, a 7-seater SUV concept. The groundbreaking reveal will take place during the highly anticipated 9th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) 2024, marking a monumental occasion for ...
Read More »2024 Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive: Passion, Fun, & Camaraderie for a Worthy Cause
A celebration of classic style, the Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive or DGD, is an on-road motoring fundraising event, involving classic cars that were built 40 years ago or earlier. Thus, owners, drivers and passengers of classic cars built from the early 1900s to 1984 around the world are encouraged on the last Sunday of September every year to dress in style ...
Read More »Trend Micro Highlights Automotive Cybersecurity with VicOne at DECODE 2024: Fusion Forward
Amidst the more ingenious cybersecurity attacks that have been occurring over the last couple of months, leading cybersecurity firm Trend Micro has been working to adapt its training modules and systems to combat the threats that these entail. With the increasing number of electric vehicle (EV) users in the country, one of these potential threats comes in the form of ...
Read More »Weighing the Benefits: Comparing the VF 3, A-Segment Cars, and Motorbikes
As the electric vehicle (EV) market expands globally, VinFast, the upstart EV maker, officially launched its VF3 mini-SUV to the Philippines last September 17, 2024. This marks the first VF3 international launch outside of its home market, and VinFast’s latest offering comes with bold claims: the electric mini-SUV promises better comfort, weather protection, and a monthly operating cost that rivals ...
Read More »Grab and MOVE IT Highlight Commitment to Driver Wellbeing with Annual Wellness Event
Grab Philippines and motorcycle taxi company MOVE IT are empowering their fleet of driver-, delivery-, and rider-partners to attain a more holistic approach to health and wellness. At the recent Health & Wheelness Driver Care Event, over 4,000 partners from the platforms’ driver communities and their families participated in seminars and workshops. The MMDA, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC), ...
Read More »Long Term Test: Half a Year with a 2022 Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 114
Sometime in early 2022, I was browsing Facebook Marketplace when I chanced upon my old 2013 Kawasaki Ninja ZX10R. It was the first motorbike that I owned where I was able to reach 299 km/h on a long stretch of highway, albeit for just a few fleeting moments. My son Chevy Martin saw the look on my face as I ...
Read More »VinFast VF3 Electric Mini SUV is Launched in the Philippines
VinFast Auto, Vietnam’s automobile company, officially launched its stylish VF3 electric mini SUV in the Philippines, starting the VF3’s first foray into an international market. With compact dimensions of 3,190 mm (length) x 1,679 mm (width) x 1,622 mm (height) and a wheelbase of 2,075 mm, the VF3 is perfectly suited for our local city streets. Its 16-inch alloy wheels ...
Read More »2024 Changan X7 Plus: Rooting for the Underdog
Lately, my husband Lester and I realized that we need more space to fit our family and some stuff in our car, so we planned to replace our family car with a 7-seat vehicle. However, we were faced with a myriad of choices – aside from MPVs, there were crossovers, minivans and SUVs from Japanese, Korean, American, and Chinese car ...
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