Power Wheels Magazine A Notch Above

Motegi, Japan – Young racing talent Danzel Waytan is set to make his mark in the Minutes Endurance Challenge (MEC) season opener at Motegi Circuit on March 8-9, following an impressive pre-season testing at Suzuka Circuit. Competing in the PRO-AM Class alongside experienced racer Shunji Okumoto, Waytan demonstrated both speed and consistency, clocking in at 2:14.1 on Saturday and 2:14.6 ...

Grab Philippines and its strategic partner for motorcycle taxi services MOVE IT are set to transform the ride-hailing industry’s assessment, onboarding, and training processes. In collaboration with the Ateneo Bulatao Center for Psychological Services, the ride-hailing platforms are pioneering the industry’s foray into evidence-based, behavior-focused assessment and training programs tailored specifically for ride-hailing drivers. The partnership is geared at developing ...

In just its 7th year of operations, JETOUR Auto has grown from strength to strength, pole-vaulting its way from being the fastest-growing new SUV brand in China and the top-selling large SUV among Chinese domestic brands, to one of the brightest rising stars in the global automotive scene.    2024 was a banner year for JETOUR Auto as it achieved ...

BANGKOK, Thailand, Nissan showcases the capabilities of Kicks e-POWER with a cross-border road trip from Hat Yai, Thailand, to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This marks the first-ever cross-border journey for the Nissan Kicks e-POWER in the region, offering participants a unique opportunity to experience the electric driving experience without compromising range and performance. Themed ‘Kickstart Fun Adventures with Kicks e-POWER,’ the journey ...

Ford Philippines ended 2024 on a solid note, with the Ford Ranger leading its retail performance with sales reaching 13,812 units, a 4 percent growth from the previous year amid intense competition in the pickup segment. Total Ford sales last year reached 27,997 units. Iconic 2024 It was last year when Ford Philippines launched three iconic vehicles – the All-New ...

The Mazda MX-5 35th Anniversary Edition made its Asia debut outside Japan in the Philippines at the Sports Cars for a Cause (SCFC) charity event in Bonifacio Global City. First shown at the Mazda Fan Festa last November in Fuji Speedway, this MX-5 35thAnniversary Edition is produced to celebrate the roadster’s 35th anniversary since its introduction in 1989 at the ...

Suzuki Philippines Incorporated and Solid Motorcycle Distributors, Inc. (SMDI) (one of Visayas strong dealers) have strengthened their partnership even further with the official opening of their first joint 3S Shop in Luzon. The milestone store is located at San Jose, Occidental Mindoro which is considered as the center of trade in MIMAROPA (Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon and Palawan) Region. With this ...

  New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) has deployed eight additional inter-terminal shuttle buses at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), bringing the total number of newly acquired shuttles to 12. This expansion improves passenger mobility as air travel demand continues to rise. Originally designed for 35 million passengers annually, NAIA handled 50.1 million travelers in 2024 — a 10.43% increase from ...

The 2024 Philippine Rallycross Series concluded with a commanding victory for the Isuzu D-MAX, securing championship titles in both the UV Class and Pick-up Class. Driven by back-to-back Rally Driver of the Year Louie Camacho, the Isuzu D-MAX once again demonstrated its superior performance, durability, and reliability on the challenging dirt tracks of the competition. With its excellent engine performance ...

  2024 has been a year of significant growth in retail network and strategic partnerships for Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI) to enhance accessibility and service quality for Filipino motorists. Caltex has opened more than 40 new fuel stations in key locations nationwide, extending the brand’s reach not just in the National Capital Region but in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. Among ...