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Some pundits may dismiss this 1971 Seiko Chariot 2201-8000 as just another “old watch”, especially when they notice that the printed Roman numerals IX and X (9 and 10) on its blue dial has already faded. Little do they know that this vintage dress watch is a highly collectible and sought-after Japan Domestic Market (JDM) Seiko from the early ‘70s. ...

For the 9th installment of our Timepieces section for today, Wednesday, September 9th, we take a close look at a 1970 Seiko Diamatic 7005-6010. “Diamatic” is a portmanteau or a blend of two words, which highlights two specific engineering achievements that Seiko was famous for in the ‘60s and ‘70s. “Dia” came from Diashock, Seiko’s exclusive shock-proof system for the balance wheel ...

Hariphil Asia Resources Inc. (HARI), the proud exclusive distributor of Volvo Cars in the Philippines, commemorates its 25th anniversary in the Philippine automotive industry with a special tribute to loyal Volvo owners. From September 7 to November 30, 2026, enjoy the exclusive Volvo Legacy Package, designed to enhance your ownership experience with exceptional service offers, savings on genuine parts, and ...

  Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI), the country’s leading motorcycle manufacturer, proudly introduces the new Click125 Street — a fresh variant of the renowned Click125 series that combines enhanced performance with a bold character, delivering an engaging riding experience. A Game-Changer Upgrade Built on the “Game-Changer Upgrade” concept, the Click125 Street features a stylish, modern look complemented by advanced features and ...

Initially, we wanted to title this feature story in our new 8-day-old Timepieces section as “A Pair of Aces, err… Actus”, because we are going to write about a pair of Seiko Actus 7019-8010 wristwatches – one a Seiko Actus from October 1970 and the other a Seiko 5 Actus from November of the same year. Produced from 1969 to the late 1970s, ...

Since its launch in 2024, the Next Generation Toyota Tamaraw has consistently fulfilled its promise to be the vehicle of choice for versatility. Its highly configurable platform is designed for customization to meet the diverse needs and lifestyles of any business owner or individual. Whether for passenger and cargo transport, refrigerated logistics, or purpose-built mobile businesses, the Tamaraw can be ...

We drove a 2026 Denza D8 PHEV full-size SUV to The Hamptons in Cavinti, Caliraya, Laguna this Monday, September 7, 2026. Since Denza is the premium higher-tier car brand of BYD, we thought it appropriate to wear a vintage Seiko 5 Actus SS, which was the higher-end, stylish tier of the Actus lineup for Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) Seiko wristwatches. ...

With the growing popularity of self-winding wristwatches in the 1960s as the impetus, Seiko came up with wristwatch models that emphasized their automatic movement. Seiko created models such as the Sportsmatic, which we posted in two previous Timepieces features, and our featured Seiko this Sunday, September 6, 2026 – a 1968 Lord Matic 5606-7000. It can be surmised that the Lord ...

  Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) garnered two awards at the recent 22nd Philippine Quill Awards, highlighting the company’s exemplary communication initiatives in corporate social responsibility and government relations. Recognized as one of the most esteemed awards programs for business communication in the Philippines, the Philippine Quill Awards are organized by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC). It honors ...

While searching for a period-correct gold-plated EGP steel bracelet for the 1965 Seiko Sportsmatic 5 6619-7010 that we featured yesterday here in our new Timepieces section of your Power Wheels Magazine, we stumbled upon another Sportsmatic 5, albeit two years younger and a lot scruffier in appearance. The Seiko Sportsmatic 5 6619-8290 that we’re featuring this Saturday, September 5, 2026, was manufactured ...