Power Wheels Magazine A Notch Above

Loyal followers of Power Wheels Magazine will notice that we changed the nomenclature of our 1973 Volkswagen Beetle from “1600” to “1300 S“. That’s because we finally found out what Beetle model our Project Car was after we found its original “VW 1300 S” emblem that goes on the rear engine cover. This is also significant because we now can put ...

Do you have what it takes to be a race car driver? Are you itching to speed through an actual race track and push the “pedal to the metal“? Can you really “walk the talk” or are you just “all show and no go“? If you own a second-generation 2007-2013 Toyota Vios (XP90/NCP90) or a third-generation 2013-present Toyota Vios (XP150/NCP150) and you’re raring ...

In the late 1940s, the Italians were reeling from the effects of the Second World War. Knowing that people lacked the ability to acquire and pay for the upkeep of four-wheeled vehicles, aircraft designer CorradinoD’Ascanio — the inventor of the Vespa scooter — came up with a solution. He designed a small-scale, three-wheeled commercial vehicle that could help rebuild Italy’s economy from ...

It used to be that the A-Segment passenger car category is all about small affordable fuel-efficient (SAFE) cars that tend to look, uh… safe, i.e. common, bland and unexciting. But last April 23, 2019 at the ballroom of the Grand Hyatt Hotel BGC, Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), upped the ante by infusing Honda’s signature sporty and practical characteristics into ...

In the late Sixties, “cool” was the “in” word and muscle cars were the “in” thing. American actor Steve McQueen was then the epitome of cool.  His 1968 crime thriller film “Bullitt” became one of the top movies of the year and it featured one of the most iconic car chases in cinematic history. “Bullitt” starred Steve McQueen as a hard-nosed ...

Upon the request of many of our readers, we revisited the series of long term tests that we did for our 2016 Suzuki Ciaz. We hope that our series of long term tests are still relevant since it’s still the same model currently being marketed by the Suzuki Automobile dealers across the country. Here’s Part 3 of our report: Our ...

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is now on its 4oth year yet its line of tradition is as straightforward as its iconic design. The G-Class has always remained true to itself and its values since 1979. The latest G-Class generation (W463), which premiered in January 2018, is clearly recognizable as the direct descendant of the first Geländewagen (cross country vehicle) or G Wagen 460/461. Mercedes-Benz ...

Upon the request of many of our readers, we will revisit the long term tests that we did for our 2011 Kia Soul, 2014 Suzuki Ertiga, and 2016 Suzuki Ciaz. We started with the Ciaz because we believe our series of long term tests are still relevant since it’s still the same model that’s currently being marketed by the Suzuki ...

The official importer and dealer of Ferrari in the Philippines, Autostrada Motore Inc., highlights the importance of Ferrari Approved, a pre-owned certification program designed to guarantee maximum security and peace of mind for owners purchasing Ferrari sports cars registered within the last 14 years. The program encompasses a comprehensive series of controls and warranties issued by the Maranello factory itself, including: ...

Upon the request of many of our readers, we’d like to revisit the long term tests that we did for our 2011 Kia Soul, 2014 Suzuki Ertiga, and 2016 Suzuki Ciaz. We’ll start with the Ciaz because we think our tests are still relevant since it’s still the same model that’s currently being marketed by the Suzuki Automobile dealers across ...