Friday, 22 March 2013 08:14
BPI Family Auto Loan to offer First Car Plan at 9th MIAS; BPI card holders enter for free
For the third consecutive year, BPI Family Auto Loan once again presents the 9th Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) this coming April 4 to 7, 2013 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City. And to make this year's show even bigger, they'll be offering their “First Car Plan” program to all visitors to help them buy their first car and make the experience a lot easier. Plus, they'll be holding a special BPI Day on April 6 (Saturday) where all BPI ATM and Credit Card holders enter for free at the show.
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Road Safety
Tuesday, 12 February 2013 10:34
9th Manila International Auto Show gets techie in April
Better get ready, because the Philippines' biggest motoring event of the year is back. Organized by Worldbex Services international (WSI), the 9th Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) is set to invade the World Trade Center Manila and Philippine Trade Training Center this April 4 to 7, 2013.
This year's show carries the theme “Innovation and Technology” to highlight the slew of technological features that cars of today come with. Innovations such as active park assist, full auto brake, pedestrian detection, electronic stability control, and bluetooth connectivity not only make driving more convenient and enjoyable, but also a whole lot safer. Just imagine what new toys are in store in this year's show.
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Upcoming Events
Friday, 13 April 2012 08:52
Lovelies from the 8th Manila International Auto Show
March 29 to April 1, 2012 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City
Photos by Christopher Kho
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Gallery
Thursday, 12 April 2012 08:44
MINI Coupe and Roadster: The Ultimate Dating Machine
Words by Niky Tamayo
The MINI hatchback has never sold itself on practicality. Sure, it's a relatively fuel efficient car with the carbon-footprint of a newborn mouse, but there are cars that cost less that can do a whole lot more. This situation obviously limits the brand's appeal, so in order to widen its horizons, MINI have taken the logical next step in development: Make it even less practical.
The MINI Coupe does away with such frivolities as a back seat or a cargo hatch. The Roadster goes one step further and takes away the unnecessary roof, too.
The result is absolutely fascinating.
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Thursday, 12 April 2012 07:58
BMW shows-off its M Power muscle with the all-new M5 at MIAS
Words and photos by Christopher Kho
With a total of 2,377 horsepower on tap, BMW and its fleet of M Powered monsters had to have the most power-packed, testosterone-filled, and mind-blowing display at the 8th Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). It put up such a big threat that the organizers had very little choice but to vote it the Best Booth if they ever wanted to come out alive. Making up the numbers is a 335 hp 1 Series M Coupe, 420 hp M3 Convertible, 507 hp M6, 555 hp X5 M, and a brand-spanking-new 560 horsepower F10 M5 leading the pack.
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Tuesday, 10 April 2012 10:30
Ford's all-new Ranger is finally out to conquer the Philippines
Words and photos by Christopher Kho
After months of teasers, previews, and a supply problem pushing back the launch date by a month, the country's most-anticipated pickup truck has finally arrived. Once and for all, we got to see Ford's all-new Ranger in the flesh when it made its official Philippine debut at the 8th Manila International Auto Show (MIAS).
With all the build-up, the all-new Ranger lives up to all of our expectations without a doubt... well, at least whilst standing still on the show's floor. It looks just as good in person as it does in pictures, and it's only when you get up close do you truly comprehend what Ford meant by its “21st Century Tough” styling. And with its large fenders and high beltline, the all-new Ranger ain't afraid of flexing its muscles. While the high pedestal where it was mounted certainly helped enhance its bulk, let me assure you that this is one hell of a big truck. Measuring 5.274 meters long and 2.13 meters wide, it’s almost as big as an F150.
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Tuesday, 10 April 2012 10:03
Foton steps-up with the all-new Thunder pick-up at MIAS
Words and photos by Christopher Kho
Best known for their line of heavy equipment, utilitarian trucks, and trailers, United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI), the exclusive distributor of Foton in the Philippines, is now ready to take on new territory after launching their latest pick-up at the 8th Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). While the Blizzard was the trusty workhorse for the field, the all-new Thunder is a noble steed that should have no problems rubbing elbows with the big boys.
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Tuesday, 10 April 2012 07:17
Setting the standard for urban high rides: The all-new 2013 Subaru XV
Words by Ferman Lao | Photos by Christopher Kho
A mere six months after its world debut in Frankfurt last September 2011, Motor Image Pilipinas, Subaru's exclusive distributor in the country, pulled out the biggest surprise at the recent 8th Manila International Auto Show when they unveiled the all-new 2013 Subaru XV.
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Monday, 09 April 2012 10:25
Ford's 2012 Explorer 2.0 GTDi EcoBoost makes evolution revolutionary at MIAS
Words by Niky Tamayo
With the new Explorer, Ford threw out the rule-book on traditional American SUVs, converting its best-selling truck into a unibody crossover. In this way, they managed to trim the fat while making the new car more spacious and more luxurious than ever before. This revolutionary approach resulted in unprecedented sales and a waiting list that stretches a mile long. And with the arrival of the new Explorer GTDi EcoBoost at the 8th Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), Ford develops the concept even further, downsizing the engine itself to save even more weight and perhaps some fuel, too.
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Tuesday, 03 April 2012 14:36
The future is now: Hyundai's 2012 Veloster takes center stage at MIAS
Words by Niky Tamayo | Photos by Christopher Kho
Never mind that Hyundai didn’t have any concepts at the 8th Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), because the Veloster is a concept car gone wild. Despite the humble specifications, the Veloster is a delight to the senses. Pent-up demand for this stylish ride is so great that gray-market units have been selling like crazy. But Hyundai’s launch at MIAS now makes this three-dour coupe available to a wider audience... maybe. The official line from Hyundai Asia Resources Inc. (HARI) is that “the Veloster is a preview for Hyundai’s gasoline direct injection technology.” Prices have yet to be finalized, but expect it to cost more than the Elantra and hopefully, less than the Genesis Coupe.
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