MINI expands anew—this time in Cebu!

MINI Philippines continues to strengthen its presence in the country— this time in Central Visayas with the opening of MINI Cebu, the sole MINI dealership in the region. Operated by AutoStudio Philippines Corporation (AutoStudio), the facility offers a full suite of services such as new car displays, three after sales service bays, and retailing of vehicle and lifestyle accessories.

Gracing the launch event were Kidd Yam, Head of MINI Asia; Willy Tee Ten, president of MINI Philippines and of the Autohub Group; Alfonso Luzuriaga Jr., president of AutoStudio, and esteemed board members of AutoStudio - Gabriel Alonzo, Edmundo Samson, and Wilson Tan.

Measuring 419.57 sqm, the new showroom displays the MINI Cooper S 3-Door, a compact urban icon fit for the streets, and the MINI John Cooper Works 3-Door, which embodies the very essence

Explore off-grid destinations with innovative sport features of Honda CRF150L

Toyota ends March with friendly summer deals

SUMMER is upon us, meaning it’s the perfect time to start planning for your next getaway with the fam! As another month ends, Toyota Motor Philippines is offering payment options and perks that are sure to bring in the fun to your next family road trip.

More fun with Toyota’s flexible options

Make new memories with the fam with a brand-new Innova. Get the 2.8 J Dsl M/T variant for only P178,650 down payment under the Pay Low option. This option allows customers to purchase a new vehicle for as low as 15% down payment with free insurance for the first year, free LTO registration for three years, and no chattel mortgage at 60 months to pay via all-in cash out.

Other models available under the Pay Low option are the Wigo 1.0 G AT at PHP101,100 down payment, the Rush 1.5 GR-S A/T at P176,400, the Fortuner 4x2 G A/T at P274,200 and more! With Toyota, there’s sure to be a model that fits your fam.

With the Avanza, everyone can join in the fun! You can get the 1.3 J M/T variant for a monthly payment of PHP9,147 under the Pay Light option. Through this option, customers can enjoy low monthly plans with 50% down payment at 60 months to pay.

For the families who find fun in adventure, the Hilux 4x2 J M/T is available for P10,662 per month under the Pay Light option, while those running a business may find the Hiace Commuter Deluxe M/T or

Enjoy discounts on tires with new Caltex-Goodyear partnership

CHEVRON Philippines Inc. (CPI) has opened the new year with a new partner. Chevron recently signed a partnership with Goodyear Philippines Inc. to add a new benefit to the Caltex StarCard -- a discount on Goodyear consumer tires.

The Caltex StarCard is a fully adaptable card payment service. It allows holders to have complete control and convenience when it comes to fleet management.

Customers can avail discounts and promos on Caltex lubricant products using their Starcard at all Caltex stations across the country.

As Goodyear partners with Chevron, StarCard users can now use their fleet card as a showcard to enjoy a minimum of 5 percent discount when they purchase any of Goodyear’s consumer tires that are included in the program. The partnership will also give StarCard holders access to exclusive and additional offers by Goodyear.

“We know that fuel and tires are costly for a vehicle owner, and we want to provide our customers with more access to their fleet needs by easing up on costs. Through this partnership, we further

Lite Ace 1.5 Pickup M/T the fun choice for their venture. These vehicles are available under the Pay Light option for P18,930 and PHP6,865 monthly, respectively.

Those who pay in cash also get a discount for every purchase of a brandnew Toyota! Save P50,000 for the Corolla Altis V HV and V variants under the Cash Savings option, up to P30,000 for the Vios, depending on the variant, and P20,000 for the Veloz G CVT.

Keep safe and drive on!

Ensure safe drives by regularly bringing in your vehicle for maintenance! Every purchase of a brand-new Corolla Altis, Raize, Veloz, Rush, Fortuner, and selected variants of the Vios, Avanza, Innova and Hilux are entitled to a FREE Basic Periodic Maintenance Service (PMS) during the promo period, given that they are purchased from an authorized Toyota Dealer nationwide.

Customers may avail of the free PMS package up to the 20,000KM check-up within 18 months from the release date of the vehicle. New owners of the Lite Ace are also in for a fun treat! All variants of the Lite Ace sold and released within the promo period quality for a fixed 1,000KM to 40,00KM PMS. Customers will only need to pay P1,999 (VAT inclusive) per PMS until the 40,000KM check-up. This fixed PMS promo can be availed within 24 months from the release of the vehicle.

YOU love being independent and always finding ways to be in touch with yourself. Being ordinary is never your signature style and a high sense of self-awareness makes you stand out. Considered ahead of the pack, you’re a rider who’s ready to explore new things and take the experience up a notch. Together with the country’s no. 1 motorcycle manufacturer in the country, Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) here are other signs to look out for that might inspire you to explore off-grid destinations with the CRF150L!

1. YOU’RE ALWAYS IN COMMAND. Uphills, downhills, step up, table-top, and whoops are what energize you, it could be a sign that you crave experiencing what others usually don’t. CRF150L’s compact and lightweight configuration makes it well-suited for your highly adventurous self. It measures 2,119mm x 793mm x 1,153mm, along with a curb weight of 122kg and a seat height of 863mm. This makes it easy for anyone to mount and maneuver the dirt bike on any terrain, even off-road beginners. With the CRF150L, no one will notice if it’s your first time going off-road.

2. YOU’RE OFTEN UNPREDICTABLE. You often surprise people with your next steps and you love challenging the status quo. Known for your easy going spirit, your passions keep you recharge and inspired. This is where the importance of having a reliable engine is a universal must in motocross riding, whether for city driving or otherwise.

Designed for Off-Road riding, the 5-speed constant mesh Honda CRF150L comes with a

Getting your ‘dream car’

OUR good friend Dennis Fronda, the senior vice president for Retail Lending Group of Bank of Philippine Islands (BPI), gave a detailed interview with our colleague Ron de los Reyes recently on the bank requirement needed in financing a new or used car through their bank. It was aired on Ron’s Auto Review being telecast every Saturday on PTV-4. Dennis said one can have his “dream car” in just one day if he/she submits all the needed documents that can show he/she has the capability to pay advance Goodyear’s mission of ensuring that our clients always have a good driving experience. Caltex has been in the industry for almost a century. This is a testament to their passion and commitment to serve the community. We can think of no one better to do this partnership with, and we are very grateful to Caltex for their trust” said Mary Mel Balazo, Market Lead at Goodyear Philippines, Inc.

In its more than 100 years in the industry, Goodyear Philippines has worked hard to provide Filipinos with a better driving experience through high-quality tires. Similarly, Chevron also strives to serve the communities where it operates with quality products. CPI also collaborates with companies and organizations that share the same mission of improving the lives of Filipinos.

For complete mechanics and list of participating Goodyear branches, visit https:// www.caltex.com/ph/StarCardGoodyear For more information about Chevron’s products, StarCard offers or discounts, visit its website at www.caltex.com or follow Caltex’s official Facebook page for news and updates.

NLEX Corporation is elevating its sustainability initiatives by installing solar power in 36 more toll plazas of NLEX-SCTEX.

Currently, the company is equipping 21 NLEX toll plazas and 15 SCTEX toll plazas with monocrystalline solar panels, which will collect sunlight and convert it into electricity through photovoltaic cells or solar cells. Areas include Mindanao, Karuhatan, Paso de Blas, Marilao, Ciudad

91.13kW @ 8,000rpm maximum power and 11.94Nm @ 6,500rpm maximum torque. Couple these with a hydraulic disc brake system and solid chassis, then you’re all set to go smoothly anywhere with The Honda CRF150L.

3. YOU LIKE TO EXPERIMENT. Experimenting with different perspectives is another thing that draws your interest. Inspired by people and ideas, you constantly strive to reinvent and learn new things. Its full-size dirt profile wheels are in the standard motocross with wheels that are 21 inches in front and 18 inches at the rear.

With CRF150L’s steel-tube cradle-frame lighter in character but equipped with the strength to deal with unpredictable trail situations, it performs well both on streets and trails. It is lighter in character but provides enough strength to take you on a full day of offroad adventure.

4. YOU’RE A DAYDREAMER. Your powerful buying, especially through bank financing, was brought about by the influx of many international call centers and, later on, POGO centers. Those locals that were employed by these centers whose salaries were bigger than those employed locally in private or government agencies started the craze to get their own brand-new cars.

Local car dealers, sensing a bigger client base on these “call-center guys,” started to outdo each other with various marketing strategies.

Low down payment on brand-new cars attracted those guys with their new-found sources of income. That’s why banks were overwhelmed with car-financing applicants that came in droves.

Approval was so easy and you can easily get the car that you reserved as soon as bank approval comes overnight.

But it didn’t take too long before the so-called “bubble” burst. Many of those who availed of the easy car financing suddenly found a problem in having to meet their monthly payments or obligations after only 3 months of enjoying driving their “dream cars.” imagination makes your world rich with color. Since you’re not content with just theoretically exploring new concepts, a powerful machine like the CRF150L is ideal to match your passion. Thankfully, it’s built for climbing rocks but still sturdy enough not to be damaged by scraps or the occasional fall.

Then, the pandemic struck and many were forced to cede their “dream cars” to the “repossession army” of the banks. Almost brandnew cars started streaming into the various “car barracks” of different banks as they were either re-possessed or simply handed back by their respective owners who could no longer afford to pay the monthly amortization.

The banks learned their lessons well. Approval of car financing went back to old, hard times as banks started strictly scrutinizing the applicants.

5. YOU’VE GOT THAT DRIVE AND COMPETITIVENESS. As a vibrant and vain friend, you want to look your best without overdoing it. A hobby like motorsports using CRF150L is your best choice. Bring back the thrill of being outdoors and performing at your best whether in nature or kicking up some dirt on a dusty land. If you’re the type who loves to hit the road with a nonstop, full body high rate adventure, motorsports might be your ticket that will provide the experience you’re after The Honda CRF150L comes in three color variants, namely, Black, Extreme Red, and the new Ross White with a suggested retail price of P147,900.00. This Off-Road motorcycle gives an excellent fuel efficiency up to 45.5 Km/L. So you’re sure to go further than your daily ride.

Start to Unlimit your World now!

For more information, visit www.hondaph.com. Stay updated on Honda’s newest products and promos by following Honda Philippines, Inc. on Facebook and Instagram (@hondaph_mc), or contact (02)-85816700 to 6799, and 0917-884-6632.

But not that very strict as they need to do business with their client car dealers who need to sell their products (which came in trickle during and after the pandemic) and recover whatever losses they encountered earlier. But there is also a need for the prospective buyers to learn, just what Dennis had told Ron during that same interview. Applicants need to learn of their capability to pay their monthly obligations and, yes, to also submit all the required documents as well.

As an added tip from this corner, first-time brand new car buyers must also know how to compute things before splurging on car financing. One should always know the various bank rates on car financing and compute how you can save.

Next is to look for the best insurance company that you can rely on since you would be the one shouldering the next year’s insurance payment after your chosen dealer had given you the first insurance payment for free. Many car dealers usually ask their clients to come up with postdated checks for the next succeeding two years under their chosen insurance company. But just before the first year would end, try asking the insurance company how much it would cost to insure your car if you go straight to them. If it’s much less, you have the right to withdraw your post-dated checks from your car dealer and go straight to that insurance company.

There are various other things where you can cut corners, so to speak, but we shall discuss them later. You need not splurge in order to get your “dream car” anyway.