3 Reasons Why You Should Visit MIAS for Your Car Accessory Needs

Owning a car is a perk as much as it is a responsibility. Regardless of the make and model, cars need regular maintenance checks and even upgrades to keep it in tip-top shape. Another way in which vehicles can be enhanced is through the thoughtful selection of accessories that can improve the performance of the car and even elevate its look.

Good thing for car owners, the highly-anticipated Manila International Auto Show, or simply MIAS, which is set to happen this April, will be housing an impressive roster of car accessory suppliers. MIAS 2020 has always been known for its customer experience, and with that, there are 3 key reasons why you should visit MIAS 2020 for your car accessory needs.

#1. Driven by trust

Over the years, MIAS has managed to build a reputation as a trustworthy pillar of the Philippine automotive community through its meticulous approach to exposition organizing. Each MIAS exhibitor goes through thorough screening prior to being included in the show roster. With that, attendees can expect to find only the best of what the market has to offer.

#2. Convenience 

Finding all the options in one event would save tons of time, effort and money. Testing and experiencing the items first hand won’t be a problem, too. From car maintenance products to gadgets and other accessories, attendees of this year’s MIAS are sure to find everything that they need to enhance their vehicles with ease and convenience.

#3. Wide range of options

As a preview, some of the participating exhibitors who will be showcasing their top-of-the-line car accessories are Golden Paint Auto Care Inc., Rapide Auto Service Experts, UCM group of companies Inc., Versa Vantage Trading, I Love KDM PH Korean Car Accessories, Supreme GT Plus Phils. Corp., Wilstark Marketing Corp., PTT Philippines Corporation, Izuparts Center Inc., BG1 Marketing, Liquimoly, Speedlab, Lubritek, inc., Hart International Co., and Top Up SD Phils. Corp.

Organized by Worldbex Services International, the 16th Manila International Auto Show or MIAS 2020: Dynamic Decade is happening on April 2 to 5, from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM at the World Trade Center Metro Manila (WTCMM) and the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC Forum).

The event is co-presented by BPI Family Auto Loan and for the benefit of ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. For further assistance, call +63 2 8656 9239.

These are the Major Car Brands Exhibiting at the 2020 Manila International Auto Show

Boldly facing the dawn of a new era, the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) will open its doors once more this April 2 to 5, 2020 at the World Trade Center Manila (WTCMM).

Aside from the exhibit halls of the WTCMM, in a bid to accommodate the increasing exhibitor and visitor count of the show, organizer Worldbex Services International will expand to the PICC Forum as well. This adds an additional 5,000-square meters of exhibit area. While car brands will continue to occupy the main halls of WTCMM, the PICC will host car accessories, auto car care, truck parts, and car insurance.

With a show theme of “Dynamic Decade,” this year’s brands that will launch or preview a brand-new vehicle are:

• Ford
• Subaru
• Hyundai
• Nissan
• Jeep
• Chevrolet
• Kia
• MG
• Suzuki

Also other car brands exhibiting at the show are:

• Foton
• Chery
• Autohub
• Peugeot
• Geely
• Volkswagen
• Maxus
• Mitsubishi
• JAC
• GAC

Meanwhile, a number of heritage-themed nameplate display will complement this year’s new model launches, highlighting the changing face of mobility. Moreover, the WTCMM Driveway will accommodate the usual car club displays.

The 16th Manila International Auto Show opens it doors on April 2-5, 2020 from 10 AM to 10 PM. Entrance can be done either via the World Trade Center or via the Philippine International Convention Center.

The event is co-presented by BPI Family Auto Loan and for the benefit of ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. For more details visit their official website.

Get Lucky This 2020 with These Car Buying Feng Shui Tips

People are keen on finding out what the Chinese New Year beholds for them and the ways in which they can enhance their good fortune. An age old practice among the Chinese, Feng Shui is a popular custom that is believed to aid one attain favorable opportunities when done properly.

From architecture and fashion to interior design and art, Feng Shui is about arranging one’s spaces, belongings, and other components of life to achieve harmony and balance. Yet what might be a little known fact to many is that one can easily integrate Feng Shui on cars. In fact, it is said that the basics of car Feng Shui is similar to those that are applied for the home.

In anticipation of the Chinese New Year, the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) team consulted with Feng Shui expert Maxima Tiu for some auspicious tips that will prove helpful for those in the automotive industry as well as those who are planning to buy a vehicle this 2020.

Determine your reason

Consider the purpose why you seek to apply Feng Shui for your car. Is it because you want to attract good luck when using your car or do you simply wish to increase positive energy while you’re using the car? According to Tiu, this is the fundamental question that one should answer before moving forward with car Feng Shui.

Know your element

The next step is determining one’s element based on one’s animal sign or birth year. This information will then be used as a basis for the proper Feng Shui of the vehicle. The year of the Metal Rat follows the basic principles of five elements–Wood, Metal, Fire, Water, and Earth.

The last digit of your lunar birth year will determine your element:

• Metal: Birth years ending in 0 or 1, 
• Water: Birth years ending in 2 or 3, 
• Wood: Birth years ending in 4 or 5, 
• Fire: Birth years ending in 6 or 7, 
• Earth: Birth years ending in 8 or 9

Apply the Feng Shui forecast

Once all the preparatory steps have been accomplished, it’s time to apply Feng Shui. According to Tiu, there are lucky colors assigned for each element for the Year of the Rat. This guide can help one attract positive energy and likewise ward off negative and unfavorable incidents.

For the Wood element, lucky colors are green and red while the off colors or colors to avoid is white. For the Metal element, one may opt for cars in white, silver, gold, black, blue, and green. On the other hand, colors to avoid are bright ones such as red, yellow, and orange. For those under the Fire element, one must stick to colors such as red, yellow, and orange while colors of green, blue, and black must be avoided. For the Water element, go for cars in shades of blue, black, and green while staying away from red, yellow, and orange. Lastly, those under the Earth element must stick to white, red, and brown while avoiding green, black, and blue.

According to Tiu, the same rules apply even when simply choosing car accent colors and accessories. However, Maxima Tiu cautions that car Feng Shui tips only serve as a guide and protection. At the end of the day, success still relies on one’s actions and attitude towards life.

This Year of the Rate, find your lucky car and car accessories at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) 2020: Dynamic Decade, which is happening on April 2 to 5 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila and the Philippine International Convention Center.

For more information, visit their official website, or follow them on Facebook or Instagram.

Jeep Philippines Launches Ultimate Wrangler JL: the 2019 Wrangler Rubicon (w/ Specs)

Less than a month after Auto Nation Group launched the new-generation Jeep Wrangler JL, it’s now joined by the “ultimate” Rubicon variant. A surprise showcase at the Manila International Auto Show, the Wrangler Rubicon is available with two engines and two body styles, and is now available at all authorized Jeep dealers nationwide.

The most capable Wrangler variant, the 2019 Wrangler JL comes standard with the Rock-Trac 4x4 system with a “4LO” ratio of 4:1 and Tru-Lok locking differentials. At four corners, it has LT255/75R17C all-terrain tires while underneath it has various skid plates.

Like the recently launched Wrangler Unlimited Sport, the Wrangler Rubicon dons lightweight aluminum—on the hood, fenders, and doors while adding a more off-road friendly fascia with front and rear heavy-duty, winch-ready bumpers with removable end caps. Unlike the Sport variant though, the Wrangler Rubicon comes in two body styles—a 2-door and a 4-door, both with a removable hardtop and body-colored fender flares.

Considered as the most capable Wrangler ever, the Wrangler Rubicon comes with two engine variants. The base model comes with a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 making 286 horsepower and 353 Nm of torque, while opting for the boosted 2.0-liter, it makes 286 horsepower and more impressively, 400 Nm of torque. Both engines are mated to an 8-speed automatic.

Standard features on the 2019 Wrangler Rubicon include front and rear fog lamps, the latest Uconnect infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 230-volt auxiliary power outlet, blind spot monitoring, and a rear-view camera with dynamic guidelines.

Pricing for the 2019 Wrangler Rubicon is as follows:

• 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon (3.6-liter engine; 4-door) – P 4,390,000.00
• 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon (2.0-liter engine; 4-door) – P 4,490,000.00
• 2019 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (3.6-liter engine; 2-door) – P 3,990,000.00
• 2019 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (2.0-liter engine; 2-door) – P 4,090,000.00

Latest Concept One Wheels Used by Russ Swift at Stunt Show

Today is the last day to catch the Subaru Russ Swift Precision Driving show at the Manila International Auto Show.

The Guinness World Record holder is holding his last three shows for 2019 at 1 PM, 3 PM, and 5 PM at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. Watch him make donuts, do drifts, and even drive a car on two wheels. And as a special treat, he will be inviting individuals from the audience to be his passenger while performing the stunts.

For the past 13 years, Concept One has been the Official Wheel & Tire Sponsor of the Subaru Russ Swift Precision Driving Show. For 2019, they will be fitting some of their newest designs, all 18-inches in diameter, the largest it has ever been. Completing the change are a set of Nitto Tires for optimal grip and quality required for Russ Swift to do his stunts.

Audience members who were selected to ride Russ Swift also get the chance to bring home prizes from Sonax, the official detailer of the show. Special raffle prizes are also being given out by PIAA and Blaupunkt.

Experience a New Way to Test Drive, Get Discounts Up to P 100,000 with Nissan [SPONSORED]

The future always feels one step ahead. But not at Nissan. With Nissan Intelligent Mobility it makes driving more personal, empowering, and exhilarating.

It changes the way you drive and interact with your car. Nissan wants you to experience what Nissan Intelligent Mobility can do. At the Manila International Auto Show, they are presenting a new way to test drive.

Using projection mapping and interactive displays, they’re showing you how Nissan Intelligent Mobility levels up your drive; how it makes driving easier, safer, and more convenient.

Making the deal even sweeter, reserve any Nissan vehicle at the show and you’ll be entitled to these special offers: discounts up to P 100,000 on top of existing promotions, and a chance to win free Shell fuel for up to 5 years!

See you at the Manila International Auto Show. April 4-7, 2019 at the World Trade Center or check out the Nissan Philippines website for more details.

Chevrolet Philippines Rises with the Trailblazer Phoenix (w/ Specs)

It may just be a coincidence, but the newest Chevrolet Trailblazer variant sure sounds like a tie-up with the latest X-Men movie. Shown at the Manila International Auto Show, the Trailblazer dons some aftermarket bits and rises as: the Trailblazer Phoenix.

The Trailblazer Phoenix gains a front hood decal, side strip decals, a rear bumper scuff plate and lots of matte black stuff. Yup, you’ll find the material everywhere from the fender flares, pillars, rear spoiler, tailgate applique, and even the Chevrolet bowtie emblems. Wow, they should have called it the Matte Black Edition instead, huh.

Inside, it gets a leather steering wheel with infotainment controls and like other Trailblazer models, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Since the Trailblazer Phoenix is a styling thing, the mechanicals remain unchanged: a 2.8-liter Duramax Diesel with 200 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque, a 6-speed automatic with active select manual mode, and an Electric Power Steering (EPS) system.

Priced at P 1,780,888, the Trailblazer Phoenix rises up in 7 colors: Pull Me Over Red, Summit White, Switch Blade Silver, Dark Shadow Metallic, Black Meet Kettle Metallic, Blue Me Away, and Oxford Metallica Brown.

Come to think of it, the name also sounds like a basketball team too.

Kia Philippines Just Gained the Upper Hand in the Korean Car Price War

It looks like the top two Korean brands in the country are about to instigate a price war with each other. After launching its game-changing Soluto sub-compact sedan, Kia found its thunder stolen by its mechanical twin, the Hyundai Reina less than 24 hours later. Since then, these two have been engaging in a peso tug-of-war. For the next few days, it looks like Kia Philippines may have the upper hand.

For the Manila International Auto Show, Kia Philippines is discounting their entire line-up (sans the newly-launched Forte, Stinger, and K2500 truck) and that brings their price lower than their Hyundai counterparts. Let’s see how they stack up:

• Hyundai Reina 1.4 GL 5 M/T – P 638,000 (up P 40,000 from its introductory price)
• Hyundai Reina 1.4 GL 4 A/T – P 688,000 (up P 40,000 from its introductory price)
• Kia Soluto 1.4 LX 5 M/T – P 625,000 (P 610,000 with MIAS offer)
• Kia Soluto 1.4 LX 4 A/T – P 675,000 (P 660,000 with MIAS offer)
• Kia Soluto 1.4 EX 5 M/T – P 685,000 (P 670,000 with MIAS offer)
• Kia Soluto 1.4 EX 4 A/T – P 735,000 (P 720,000 with MIAS offer)

With the exception of the top-of-the-line Soluto 1.4 EX 4 A/T, it looks like Kia has pretty much beat the Reina in terms of pricing after Hyundai opted to increase their pricing by P 40,000 starting this April. Oh, and remember that the Soluto is the one that’s got things like Apple CarPlay and reverse sensors as standard equipment.

• Kia Picanto 1.0 LX M/T – P 590,000 (P 575,000 with MIAS offer)
• Kia Picanto 1.0 LX A/T – P 635,000 (P 620,000 with MIAS offer)
• Kia Picanto 1.2 EX M/T – P 700,000 (P 685,000 with MIAS offer)
• Kia PIcanto 1.2 EX A/T – P 745,000 (P 730,000 with MIAS offer)

Things get interesting as we move on to the compact SUV category:

• Hyundai Tucson 2.0 GL 6 M/T 2WD – P 1,308,000
• Hyundai Tucson 2.0 GL 6 A/T 2WD – P 1,378,000
• Hyundai Tucson 2.0 CRDi GL – P 1,645,000
• Hyundai Tucson 2.0 CRDi GLS – P 1,835,000
• Kia Sportage 2.0 LX 4x2 Gas – P 1,290,000 (P 1,260,000 with MIAS offer)
• Kia Sportage 2.0 LX 4x2 Diesel – P 1,545,000 (P 1,515,000 with MIAS offer)
• Kia Sportage 2.0 EX 4x2 Diesel – P 1,820,000 (P 1,790,000 with MIAS offer)

See? In every single variant it looks like Kia’s killing the Tucson by adjusting their price making them significantly cheaper than their Hyundai counterparts.

• Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi GLS – P 2,338,000
• Kia Sorento 2.2 EX A/T 4x2 – P 1,895,000 (P 1,875,000 with MIAS offer)
• Kia Sorento 2.2 EX A/T 4x4 – P 2,195,000 (P 2,175,000 with MIAS offer)

Okay, granted the Sorento’s getting long-in-the-tooth compared to the Santa Fe, but take note: for the price of the Hyundai, you can actually get the 4x4 variant of the Kia and still have change left over. Getting the drift?

Finally, there’s the Grand Carnival:

• Kia Grand Carnival LX 11-seater – P 1,995,000 (P 1,965,000 with MIAS offer)
• Kia Grand Carnival EX 7-seater – P 2,295,000 (P 2,265,000 with MIAS offer)

Volkswagen Philippines is Cutting the Price of Their Cars Exclusively for MIAS

Volkswagen Philippines is celebrating its 5th anniversary at the Manila International Auto Show and with that, they’re giving out loads of discounts, add-ons, and financing deals on their entire line-up.

Touted as your first German car, the entire Santana line-up has these exclusive MIAS offers. For the Santana MPI MT, there’s an outright P 35,000 discount while for the MPI A/T S and SE models, there’s an outright P 45,000 discount. The Santana GTS meanwhile comes with free ceramic coating.

Moving up to the Lavida, the sole TSI DSG SE model, with the turbocharged 1.4-liter engine and 7-speed dual clutch automatic can be driven home with a P 55,000 cash discount while the Lamando executive sedan is also being offered with a free ceramic coating, too.

Finally, the family-friendly Tiguan 280 TSI DSG SE comes with an outright P 25,000 cash discount during the 4-day show.

Take note that on top of these special MIAS offers, these new-generation Volkswagen models come with a comprehensive 3-year / 100,000-km warranty as well as a 3-year warranty for paint and another 3-year warranty for thorough-corrosion of the main steel body structure.

Additionally, the PMS interval is once a year, or every 10,000 kilometers, whichever comes first. This is more convenient and more cost-efficient compared to the industry-standard 5,000-kilometer PMS interval.

For those opting to get their new Volkswagen through financing, partner bank BPI Savings Bank is throwing in a one-year free comprehensive car insurance (loan amount of P 500,000 and up and a minimum 36-month term), free chattel mortgage fee, lower interest rates, and free Petron fuel cards.

These offers are only good for the duration of MIAS and is limited to the first 50 customers who buy or reserve a car during the show.

Buy a Ford This April, Get a Chance to Win a Million Pesos Back

Ford Philippines is offering over P 3 million worth of prizes and cash discounts to customers reserving or purchasing a Ford vehicle at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) 2019.

Customers who will reserve or purchase any variant of the EcoSport, Everest, Mustang, Explorer, Fiesta, or Expedition, as well as the Ranger XLS, XLT, and Wildtrak variants are entitled to pick a prize.

Over P 2 million worth of prizes are up for grabs for customers, ranging from premium Ford merchandise, Rudy Project eyewear, 3-year Scheduled Service Plan (SSP), and cash discounts of P 10,000, P 20,000, P 50,000 and P 100,000. Over 100 Ford customers have the chance to take home these prizes depending on what they will pick as their prize.

Additionally, all customers reserving or purchasing any variant of the EcoSport, Everest, Mustang, Explorer, Fiesta, or Expedition, as well as the Ranger XLS, XLT, and Wildtrak variants at the MIAS or within the month of April are entitled to receive raffle coupons, where one winner can take home the grand prize of P 1 million pesos in cash.

Customers who will reserve or purchase a Ford vehicle from April 4 to 7, 2019 at MIAS or from any authorized Ford dealership nationwide will receive 3 raffle coupons. Customers who will purchase a Ford vehicle from April 8 to 30, 2019 from any authorized Ford dealership nationwide will receive 1 raffle coupon.

On top of these exclusive deals, customers can still avail of various discounts and all-in low down payment offers for select Ford vehicles. The Ford Ranger 2.0L Bi-Turbo Wildtrak 4x4 AT is available with a retail discount of P 60,000 or an all-in low down payment of P 128,000. The Ranger 2.0L Turbo Wildtrak 4x2 AT is available for an all-in low down payment of P 118,000 while the manual transmission variant is offered with an all-in low down payment of P 109,000. Both Wildtrak 4x2 variants also come with a P 40,000 retail discount.

Customers can also avail of the Everest 2.2L Titanium Plus at 0 percent interest rate for up to 4 years or savings of up to P 368,000.

Those purchasing the new EcoSport 1.5L Ambiente MT can still avail of an all-in down payment of P 58,000 or up to P 45,000 cash discount while customers getting the new Explorer can still avail of a P 100,000 discount.

2019 Chevrolet Camaro Gets Turbo Power, More Safety Tech than Ford Mustang (w/ Specs)

The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), the exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet automobiles and parts in the Philippines, brings an exhilarating driving experience for car enthusiasts as it unveiled the new Chevrolet Camaro at the 2019 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) last April 4, 2019 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City.

The launch of the Camaro marks the return of the iconic supercar in the Philippines. First introduced in the country in 2010, the Camaro shows off its aggressive new looks combined with renowned performance and enhanced technology.

The latest Camaro RS offering from Chevrolet Philippines is powered by a 2.0-liter DOHC VVT direct injection turbo engine that delivers 275 horsepower and 398 Nm of torque. Coupled with an 8-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission, the Camaro inspires a responsive and efficient everyday drive on the freeway.

The Camaro is fitted with high performance Brembo brakes featuring 4-piston calipers, promising track enthusiasts with serious stopping power while maintaining street drivability.

The Camaro was designed to be an iconic masterpiece. With its sculpted hood, boldly reimagined grilles, piercing LED headlamps, heritage-inspired taillamps, and muscular flanks, the high performance vehicle is guaranteed to make an unmistakable impression on the road.

Complementing its dramatic and contemporary architecture is the RS package that highlights the Camaro’s sporty attitude. 5-spoke 20-inch machined wheels, LED tail lamps, decklid spoiler, polished honeycomb grille, illuminated Camaro sill plates, RS badge, and black front and rear Chevrolet bowtie emblems complete the Camaro’s athletic style.

Inside, the sixth generation muscle car features a refined cockpit optimized for performance driving with a leather-wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel, black leather interior panel, and custom leather-trimmed dashboard and console. The driver sport buckets memory seat features an 8-way power adjust and ventilated with cooling and heating, while the passenger sport buckets seat features a 6-way power adjust with cooling and heating ventilation.

The Camaro offers premium and intuitive technologies that complete one’s driving experience. Slated with an 8-inch touchscreen display featuring the latest Chevrolet MyLink Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, the vehicle allows for hand-free access information, entertainment, and phone connectivity. The Camaro is fitted with premium Bose 9-speaker sound system to further elevate the driving experience inside the vehicle.

The Camaro comes with a digital pit crew through its Head-Up Display, which offers three different views and projects data near your line of sight on the windshield. Its adjustable positioning and brightness keep the driver informed on speed, turn-by-turn directions, audio information, fuel level, and gear selection while focusing on the road ahead.

Its 8-inch reconfigurable driver information display with digital and analog gauges links to Driver Mode Selector that allows one to choose between various vehicle characteristics for a full customized driving experience.

The Camaro makes road safety a top priority. The American muscle car is packed with a host of advanced safety technologies including ABS with EBD, stability control, Lane Change Alert, Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Engine Immobilizer, Rear Parking Sensors, and built-in Reversing Camera. The Camaro also comes with a special Chevrolet warranty of five years or 100,000 kms., whichever comes first.

The Chevrolet Camaro 2.0L Turbo 3LT RS is now available at P 3,298,888.00.

Hyundai Philippines Going Against Explorer, CX-9 with Palisade SUV (w/ Specs)

Evoking imagery worthy of being called a flagship, Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc., brings in the Palisade—Hyundai’s newest three-row SUV that combines exceptional roominess with a bold, distinctive design and premium interior feel and amenities.

The Palisade’s styling conveys dignity with style in an understated theme that demonstrates clear differentiation worthy of a flagship SUV. From the front, a dominant, bold and wide cascading grille clearly represents a premium SUV. Separated composite headlamps and a vertically-connected forward lighting signature create a strong and distinctive front demeanor. A powerful, extended hood profile creates an impressive road presence, while bold C-pillars and a panoramic glass side graphic convey generous third-row spaciousness. Full volume over-fenders and body sides offer muscular detailing. The rear view emphasizes a wide and stable stance via sinuous detailing and a vertical LED rear taillamp design.

The interior design combines a sense of relaxation and comfort creating a serene environment with 7-passenger seating standard for family adventures. It offers premium quilted Nappa leather, while a smooth woodgrain trim wraps around the instrument panel. A one-touch second row seat allows for easy access into and out of the third-row seat. For more convenience, the third row offers power-folding/unfolding and reclining seats.

The Palisade also features an industry-first, innovative new roof vent diffuser design that can provide a focused, partially-diffused or fully-diffused stream of air to rear passengers. This new diffuser vent design provides quieter rear air conditioning airflow, draft-free operation, more uniform distribution of air and the capability for a focused stream of air whenever desired.

Front and rear suspension width was maximized on Palisade, for enhanced roll stiffness and stability. The Palisade front steering knuckles and rear carriers are made of aluminum, while front lower arms have been optimized and lightened via a new engineering design, resulting in reduced unsprung weight and improved responsiveness.

Palisade also achieves best-in-class body torsional rigidity through a variety of methods, including a multiple ring-shaped structure and hot-stamped door-ring parts that provide greater strength and rigidity. In addition, its torsional rigidity, when equipped with a sunroof, is nearly identical to versions without a sunroof.

For the Philippine market, Hyundai installed the R2.2 turbo diesel engine. In this guise, it has 200 horsepower and 442 Nm of torque. It also features a shift-by-tire 8-speed automatic, and probably to differentiate it from the Santa Fe, Electronic All-Wheel Drive (HTRAC) with Multi-terrain Control.

The Price for the 2020 Hyundai Palisade is pegged at P 3,240,000.

2020 Hyundai Palisade Specifications

• Variant: 2.2 CRDi GLS 8AT 4WD
• Transmission: 8-speed AT
• Seating Capacity: 7
• Engine:  2.2 R CRDi e-VGT (Euro 4)
• Displacement: 2,199 cc
• Maximum Power: 200 PS @ 3,800 rpm
• Maximum Torque: 442 Nm @ 1,750-2,750 rpm
• Front Suspension: MacPherson Strut
• Rear Suspension: Multi-Link with Self-Leveling Shock Absorber
• Front Brakes: Vented Disc
• Rear Brakes: Solid Disc
• Wheels & Tires: 245/50 R 20
• Steering Type: Motor-Driven Power Steering
• Steering Column: Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable
• Overall Length: 4,980 mm
• Overall Width: 1,975 mm
• Overall Height: 1,750 mm
• Wheelbase: 2,900 mm
• Curb Weight: 1,942-2,051 kg
• Gross Vehicle Weight: 2,670 kg
• Headlamps: LED Type with Auto Light Control
• Daytime Running Lights: With
• Hood Insulator: With
• Front Grille: Dark Chrome
• Bumpers: Chrome Molding
• Power Side Mirrors: Electric-Folding & Heated with Puddle Lamps and Side Turn Signal Lamps
• Outside Door Handles: Body Color
• Door Molding: Chrome-Coated
• Sunroof: With
• Roof Rack: With
• Rear Combination Lamps: LED
• Rear Fog Lamps: LED
• Backlite Glass: Tinted & Heated with Timer
• Overhead Console: OLED Console Lamp
• Room Lamp: LED Center Lamp & Luggage Lamp
• Sunvisor: Suede Material with Illumination
• Center Console: Bridge Type
• Rear View Mirror: Electronic Chromic Mirror (ECM)
• Instrument Cluster: Supervision with 7-inch TFT LCD
• Trip Computer: With
• Audio System: 10.25-inch Audio Display with Radio Data System
• Connectivity: 6 USB Charging ports & 1 Multimedia USB Terminal
• Wireless Charger: With
• Steering Wheel: Leather with Paddle Shifters
• Steering Wheel Controls: Audio & Bluetooth with Voice Recognition
• Key System: Smart Key with Push-Button Start
• Multi-Terrain Control: Sand, Snow, Mud
• Drive Mode Select: Eco, Smart, Sport, Comfort
• Cruise Control: With
• Front Door Interior: With Courtesy Lamp and Deluxe Door Scuff
• Rear Door Interior: With Curtain
• Power Door Locks: With
• Seat Material: Leather
• 1st Row: Heated/Ventilated Seats with Lumbar Support and Cushion Extender for Driver
• 2nd Row: 60/40 Split-Type Folding
• 3rd Row: 60/40 Split-Type Folding
• Seat Back Pockets: Driver & Passenger
• Power Windows: With Driver Auto Up & Down + Safety
• Roof Trim: Suede
• Pillar Trim: Suede
• Luggage Trim: Matte
• Air Conditioning: Three-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
• Cargo Screen: With
• Luggage Net & Hook: With
• Power Tailgate: Height-Adjustable
• Airbags: 9
• Parking Brake: Electronic with Auto Hold
• Parking Assist: Yes
• Anti-Lock Braking System: Yes
• Downhill Brake Control: Yes
• Blind Spot Collision Warning: with Blind Spot View Monitor
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning: With
• Electronic Stability Control: Yes
• Hill-Start Assist Control: Yes
• Trailer Stability Assist: Yes
• Immobilizer: Yes
• Around View Monitor: Yes

Kia Philippines's Surprise Unboxing is the Civic RS Fighting Forte GT (w/ Brochure)

All eyes may have been on the Stinger, but Kia Philippines sprung a surprise unboxing at the Manila International Auto Show: the Forte GT. With the price of the Stinger pegged north of three million pesos, the Forte GT is perhaps the more attainable sedan for Filipinos seeking performance.

To that end, the Kia gods gifted the Forte a 1.6-liter turbocharged direct injection engine pushing out 204 horsepower and 264 Nm of torque—outputs eclipsing the likes of the Civic RS Turbo and matching the Forte’s close mechanical twin from another mother, the Hyundai Veloster. And like the Veloster, the Forte swaps gears via a dual-clutch system with 7 forward gears.

Mechanically, the Forte GT also swaps out the torsion beam axle rear end for an independent suspension setup and at all four corners are 17-inch alloy wheels with performance tires.

With Kia Philippines continuing to sell the “regular” Forte, the Forte GT is distinguishable by its sportier, more angular bumper and various red highlights scattered around the car. It also gets a flat-bottomed steering wheel, larger bolstered seats, and of course, like all new models from Kia Philippines, an infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The Kia Forte GT is priced at P 1,650,000 while the Forte LX A/T is pegged at P 1,095,000 and the EX A/T at P 1,195,000.

Hyundai Electrifies MIAS and Confirms Local Availability of 2 EVs

Hyundai Asia Resources Inc., showcases their leadership in mobility solutions with the announcement that two electric vehicles will make their way to Philippine shores: the Kona Electric and the Ioniq Electric.

The Kona Electric is Hyundai’s first-ever all-electric compact crossover. Appealing to people with active, eco-focused lifestyles, it fuses an eye-catching exterior with confident handling, and of course, zero tailpipe emissions.

The Kona Electric employs organic geometric body forms and sporty contours for a modern, eco-oriented appearance. Its distinctive design is reinforced by the car’s voluminous, futuristic body styling. The front presents a future-focused, modern presence, with a cross-hatch, debossed design element for the grille area. The electric charging port is seamlessly integrated with this grille area for convenient, head-in parking at charging stations. The front view is flanked by aero-tuned flared fenders that enhance its road presence. It’s further enhanced by a separated-headlight design signature, with LED Daytime Running Lights above and available high-efficiency LED headlights below.

The sleek and simple interior accentuates the modern and efficient exterior design. The Kona Electric exclusive shift-by-wire drive controls are supported by a center console upper bridge element with an integrated open-access lower storage bin for convenience. The audio/navigation display incorporates advanced infotainment features.

The Kona Electric powertrain employs a high-efficiency 150-kW (201-horsepower) permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor supplied by a high-voltage 64 kWh lithium-ion battery.  It should offer 415 kilometers on a single charge as well.

It was developed with a focus on enhanced driving dynamics and responsive performance for a variety of urban and multi-surface driving conditions. The front suspension features a MacPherson strut system using an innovative sub-frame bushing design for enhanced comfort and reduced NVH. At the back, there’s a multi-link rear suspension design for overall agility, ride comfort, and stability with minimal ride vs. handling compromises.

The price of the Hyundai Kona Electric is pegged at P 2,388,000.

Meanwhile, the Ioniq is Hyundai’s electric vehicle built on a dedicated platform. The Ioniq offers a sleek, aerodynamic silhouette with a class-leading 0.24 Cd derived from carefully designed surfaces. Its fluid exterior shape and smooth air flow channels emphasize aerodynamic body lines and design forms.

The Ioniq Electric offers pure electric mobility with a 28 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery for an estimated driving range of 200 kilometers. The Electric motor has an estimated maximum output of 88 kW (120 horsepower) routed through a single-speed reduction gear transmission.

In keeping with its exterior, the interior of Ioniq captures the model’s futuristic qualities, with a ‘Purified High-tech’ design concept. A smooth, elegant and clutter-free theme and efficient use of interior space complements a logical, structured approach applied to the layout of controls for intuitive operation. Materials for the interior were chosen with an ecologically-sensitive focus and are used to create a simple and clean look throughout the car, giving the interior a sleek, light and purified feel.

The price of the Hyundai Ioniq Electric is pegged at P 1,868,000.

Subaru's "Hit Maker" Designs Special Edition Subaru XV for Philippine Market (w/ Brochure)

Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines shows off a sportier variant its Subaru XV crossover dubbed the Subaru XV GT Edition. Making its debut at the Manila International Auto Show, it’s now available for booking at all authorized Subaru dealers nationwide.

The special edition of the highly popular crossover vehicle is a ground-breaking collaboration with renowned engineering company Giken Co. Ltd and Masahiko “Jack” Kobayashi. Mr. Kobayashi is former Chief Designer (Head of Global Advanced Design Studio) at Subaru Corporation and was responsible for the exterior design of more than 12 Subaru production models, including the legendary WRX STI.

This special edition XV is based on the XV 2.0i-S EyeSight and adds a well-made and integrated aero kit elements such as a front bumper lip extension with integrated canards, side skirts, roof spoiler, and rear bumper extension. All in all, it gives the XV an even sleeker and sportier look.

Complementing the new kit is a set of 18-inch alloy wheels, special carpets and even leather seats, inspired by the high-performance grand tourers from Germany and Britain. Furthermore, the Subaru XV GT Edition gets dual side-view monitors which makes parking and maneuvering even easier.

Subaru believes this iteration of the Subaru XV is a game-changer for Subaru as it caters to the Filipinos’ preference for dynamic and sporty vehicles while still maintaining a form that suits a “ready for anything” lifestyle.

The new Subaru XV GT Edition is a prime choice for consumers who wish to elevate the fun in driving, as it combines Motor Image’s in-depth understanding of the market, Mr. Kobayashi’s expertise, as well as Giken’s experience and Japan-standard production capability in Southeast Asia.

“Motor Image worked with Giken and Kobayashi-san, because they share our enthusiasm for design and creating fun and exciting products. I know this will be the start of an exciting collaboration for Subaru customers. We believe this GT edition will help create excitement in Asia and offer customers who want an even sportier version of the XV a new and unique look. We expect that the Philippines will be one of the key markets for the Subaru XV GT Edition,” said Mr. Glenn Tan.

Pricing for the Subaru XV GT Edition is pegged at P 1,768,000 or a P 100,000 premium over the Subaru XV 2.0i-S EyeSight.

Mr. Kobayashi originally trained and practiced as a fashion designer in Tokyo before graduating with a degree in Transportation Design. In a 25-year career with Subaru, he was known as the ‘hit maker’, after designing numerous successful models, including the original Outback, which was the world’s first sports-utility wagon, several generations of the Legacy and Impreza, the current WRX and WRX STI sports saloons, the Levorg sports tourer and the first-generation XV. He is now an independent designer.

Meanwhile, Giken is an award-winning engineering company founded in 1964. Holding numerous patents in Japan, South Korea, and the United States, it has established itself as an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of technological and material handling systems. Giken is a global supplier of aero-parts and other passenger car components to Subaru and other major Japanese car brands.

Jeep Philippines Expands SUV Range with Compass and Cherokee

Auto Nation Group has big plans for the Jeep brand this 2019 as they show off a wider line-up at the Manila International Auto Show that includes the new Renegade, all-new generation Wrangler, and now, the refreshed Cherokee and Compass compact SUVs.

Marking its return to the Philippine market after three years, the Cherokee was first previewed during the launch of the Wrangler JL. For 2019, it gains a new look that aligns it to the premium side of the Jeep family. It gets a refreshed face incorporating a new lightweight aluminum hood, and new LED headlights. At the back, it gets a new lightweight composite tailgate with an integrated light bar with release handle.

Inside, it uses new high-gloss Piano Black and Satin Chrome accents along with a lighter toned cabin for a more pleasant and welcoming environment. The re-sculpted center console has been enlarged for additional storage and has both USB and power outlets.

Powering the 2019 Cherokee is the 2.4-liter MultiAir2 Tigershark 4-cylinder engine making 180 horsepower. For 2019, it incorporates changes that reduces NVH while boosting fuel efficiency by up to 7.5 percent. Mated to it is an upgraded TorqueFlite 9-speed automatic.

Underneath, it is underpinned by the modular Compact U.S. Wide (CUS-wide) platform. It has front MacPherson Struts and rear independent Multi-links offering up to 198 millimeters of suspension travel. The isolated rear cradle along with the low-alloy front suspension crossmember should also contribute to a quieter, smoother ride and better handling.

Meanwhile, the Compass is what Jeep calls its “Global Compact SUV” underpinned by FCA’s small wide 4x4 architecture. To that end, it combines a fuel-efficient powertrain with authentic Jeep design and superior off-road dynamics.

The exterior design is expressive and emotional with a wide stance and exceptional glass-to-wheel proportions. The all-new compact SUV is immediately recognizable as a Jeep with its distinctive traditional Jeep 7-slot grille.

Inside, the all-new Jeep Compass showcases a premium interior design highlighted by sculptural surface elements and precise technical detail.  From the driver’s cockpit and center console to the seats and multiple storage solutions throughout the cabin, the interior is thoughtfully designed with characteristic Jeep design cues and accented with a color and finish that complements a lifestyle of adventure.

The Jeep Compass boasts a rigid foundation and features a premium, sculptural design aesthetic. The upper body structure and frame are engineered as a single unit for a stiff and more mass-efficient structure.  It is designed and built with an extensive use of high-strength steel and liberal use of structural adhesives.

Planned for retail in August, variants, colors, and pricing will be revealed at a later date.

PIAA to Introduce Two Value-Oriented Products at MIAS

PIAA Philippines is introducing two new value-oriented products for the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS): the OTO Style Horn and the all-weather Hyper Arros LED light bulb. Designed with the sensibilities of developing markets in mind, these two products aim to boost PIAA’s presence in the premium mass market sector while also appealing to those who look for brand and style.

Translated as “Sound” in Japanese, the OTO Style Horn features the same PIAA quality and standards at a lower price point. It successfully complies with various ECE and JIS standards including:

• Temperature Test: sound remains the same at 80 degrees to -30 degrees Celsius
• Salt Spray Test: no corrosion despite being exposed to salt water
• Water Endurance Test: sound remains the same after water is sprayed from 360 degrees
• Endurance Test: sound remains the same at 100,000 times and at 500,000 times, sound should not have dropped more than 5 decibels.

In fact, during its testing phase, the OTO Style Horn functions even after 1 million cycles
This twin-pack horn (it’s sold as a set) features deep bass note, with a sound frequency of 400Hz + 500Hz and a maximum output of 112 dB. For MIAS, it will be on sale for around P 1,200 a set.

Another product designed with developing market sensibilities in mind is the Hyper Arros all-weather LED light bulb.

With a color temperature of 4000K, it produces a neutral white-colored beam mimicking the color generated by a standard halogen bulb, but with a higher output and less power consumption (20 watts for the H4). This makes it less straining on the eye, especially due to constant reflections, especially in bumper-to-bumper traffic. According to PIAA, it also does better in excessively dusty or heavy downpour compared to 6000K and 8000K bulbs. Another added bonus is that it improves the visibility of classic or vintage vehicles without changing the retro look or feel.

The Hyper Arros all-weather LED light bulb is available in a variety of sizes such as H4, HB3, HB4, HIR1, HIR2, H8, H9, H11, H16, and H7 and will be previewed at MIAS. It will be available for retail by the end of April at outlets that carry PIAA.