To thank their customer's continued trust, diesel expert Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is offering tem huge discounts on labor, parts, and lubricants when they have their vehicle servied in any Isuzu dealership nationwide. With the “20+20+20 Promo”, get 20% discount on labor charges, 20% off on Isuzu parts, and 20% less on lubricants. This promo has no if's, but's, or maybe's as Isuzu will give you a 20% discount straightup when you take your Isuzu to any IPC dealership, branch, or satellite office for servicing.
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07 March 2012
EXP 9 F: Bentley's SUV concept exposed at Geneva
Words by Niky Tamayo | Photos courtesy of Bentley Motors Limited
Global recession and gas prices may still be on everyone's mind, but apparently not on Bentley’s. Unveiling at the 2012 Geneva Auto Show, the EXP 9 F SUV concept is the company's way of exploring “new terrain.” (Their words, not mine.) Of course, this being a Bentley, it can't very well stoop to using twin-turbo V8s like the proletariat. The Concept features a 6.0L W12 engine that "could" develop 600 hp and 800 Nm... if his eminence so desires.
To remind you that this thing has a twin-turbocharged engine, the 23-inch wheels are designed to look like turbines. So are the air intakes around the daytime running lights. And even though the headlights are not much different from those on current production Bentleys, gosh-darn-it, they look kind of turbo-fanny, too.
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From now until March 31, 2012, Mazda Philippines is giving everyone the chance to grab a 1-UP bonus and win another CX-9 when they purchase Mazda's premium crossover SUV.
For a tag price of P2,386,000, the Mazda CX-9 combines sporty driving dynamics with the functionality of a seven-seat SUV. A clean break from traditional SUVs, the CX-9 is best known for its dynamic styling, powerful driving performance, and spacious interior.
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Words by Niky Tamayo | Photos courtesy of Automobili Lamborghini Holding S.p.A.
If you somehow felt that a 700 horsepower supercar that's wider than a truck and lower than a skateboard isn't impractical enough, how about a 700 horsepower supercar that's wider than a truck, lower than a skateboard, and with no roof?
If you were to say that only Lamborghini is outrageous enough to build something like that, you'd be right. The Lamborghini Aventador J is named after FIA Sporting Regulations "Appendix J", which covers specifications and regulations for racing cars. Forget the fact that the Aventador J breaks most of those rules, this car is simply mental.
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Words by Niky Tamayo | Photos by Ken Tamayo
I’ve always seen SUVs as a conceit: The Sport in “Sport Utility Vehicle” suggests some sort of rugged, manly endeavour, like climbing mountains, crossing rainforests, or clubbing baby seals. Despite the utter lack of sporting ability of some so-called SUVs, their Marlboro-esque machismo is a more effective status enhancer than an eggplant in your jockstrap. You’re never going to use them to their full potential, but boy do they look impressive.
Yet, after a few days with Ford's all-new Explorer, I’ve been having more and more doubts about my manhood. Driving meekly. Fudging overtakes. Avoiding crowded streets. At the end of the week, I would wake up screaming in the middle of the night in a cold sweat. Well... not really... but I’m certain an SUV is meant to be intimidating to other drivers, not to the person behind the wheel.
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Words by Niky Tamayo | Photos courtesy of the BMW Group
While purists may be crying foul at the introduction of the "it's-really-not-an-SUV" Countryman, MINI is going full-steam ahead in launching the most powerful iteration of their ubiquitous 1.6 liter engine yet.
In John Cooper Works form, the Countryman develops 211 horsepower and up to 300 Nm of torque. That's nearly twenty horses more than the Cooper S Countryman. And while the quoted 7.5 second sprint from 0 to 100 km/h for the 6AT might not sound that special, considering the 184 hp Cooper S Countryman does it in 7.7 seconds, it's worth bearing in mind that the JCW variant has all-wheel drive. A comparable ALL4 Cooper S Countryman is over a second slower, which is a dramatic difference.
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Words by Christopher Kho
In a sport dominated by 900 horsepower purpose-built monsters, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) is taking on the 2012 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb challenge in an all-electric production - a first in the brand’s history. Based on their road-going hatchback, the i-MiEV prototype is heading to the slopes of Colorado in the U.S. on the 8th of July to race against the clock to the heavens, driven by no less than legendary two-time Dakar Rally winner Hiroshi Masuoka.
Describing the Pikes Peak-bound i-MiEV prototype as “based on the production model” is actually a bit of a misnomer. You see, judging from the sketches from Mitsubishi, this prototype looks absolutely nothing like its road-going counterpart. The main cabin has been narrowed to fit just one occupant, while its wheelbase and track width extended so much so that it should more or less look like an odd Le Mans prototype Frankenstein.
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Motorsports
05 March 2012
Bellissimo! Ferrari and Maserati set up shop at The Fort
Words by Christopher Kho
Before the raging bull gets a chance to make its grand arrival in the country, Autostrada Motore Inc. went ahead and officially opened its doors last March 1, 2012 as the first importer-distributor of two great Italian supercar marques in the Philippines. Also owned by the Soong's, Ferrari and Maserati now take up residence at the 32nd St. & 4th Ave., Crescent Park West, Bonifacio Global City in Taguig and share stables with Jagauar, Land Rover, and Range Rover. And to mark the special occasion, they officially unveiled the Ferrari 458 Italia and new Maserati Grandturismo MC Stradale.
The showroom reverberates with pure Italian heritage and allows each upcoming Ferrari or Maserati owner to tailor-fit their supercar to their own preference - including body color, interior trim, and wheel designs. The world-class facility also includes a factory-certified service center to keep each Italian exotic in tip top shape.
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