Category: Motoring

Caltex Tandang Sora celebrates its 1st year

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Caltex recently celebrated the 1st anniversary of its Retailer Owned, Retailer Operated (RORO) Tandang Sora service station. The RORO business model allows entrepreneurs to customize their set-up to suit customers’ needs like a new Mcdonald’s store which will soon open in said station.

Chevron Philippines Inc., the distributor of the Caltex brand of fuels and lubricants, provides RORO retailers with the tools to generate returns from their investment and boost sales volume, including local site marketing, advanced technology, logistics, and inventory, and consultancy services such as business planning.

RORO entrepreneurs can avail of attractive financial packages to support their investment, as well as backcourt partnerships with established restaurants and services to leverage their competitive advantage.

The Tandang Sora Caltex RORO service station is located near hospitals, schools and supermarkets, and gives motorists from Lagro, Fairview and San Jose del Monte access to safe quality fuels and other services.

The All-New Volvo V40. It’s Here. It’s You; Volvo Philippines launches Volvo’s luxury 5-door, 5-seater hatchback

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The All-New Volvo V40, a modern expressive car, with characteristics from larger Volvos wrapped in a sleek, compact package, is now in the Philippines. This 5-door, 5-seater luxury hatchback combines trendsetting design with class-leading driving dynamics.

“The All-New Volvo V40 is a bold expression of challenging the conventional. With great focus on the luxury look and feel of the car, the All-New Volvo V40 offers you a more engaging and personalized driving experience. With keen attention to detail, the All-New Volvo V40 also reflects Volvo’s promise of a car that is designed around you.” enthuses Miss Loi Concepcion De Guzman, Assistant Vice President for Marketing Services.

The wide shoulder line stretches back from the headlamp with a sharp line to echo the rising beltline. As it reaches the end of the rear door, it sweeps up into an integrated “hook”, inherited from the legendary P1800. The highlight continues rearward into a very full powerful section that resolves into the tail lamps. The roof silhouette contributes to the impression of a car leaning forward – eager to take off. The car is finished with a dynamically sculpted rear to further emphasize its width and muscular stance and with the lower area “blacked out”, it further creates an athletic, low and wide look.

The All-New Volvo V40 features a new fully graphic interactive dashboard with personalized layout and information that enhances the intuitive and uncomplicated driver experience. With the Volvo Sensus, all in-car infotainment settings are presented on a five-inch color screen in the upper part of the instrument panel. The integrated screen makes it easy for the driver to keep his or her eyes on the road. All the functions can be operated from the steering wheel or via controls located directly below the color screen.

This Volvo hatch also boasts class-leading driving dynamics thanks to focused attention to a number of vital areas. The chassis is designed to offer the agile, connected experience that creates true driving pleasure. The rigid body and low center of gravity promote an alert, quick-responding character that focuses on the driving experience, yet without compromising ride comfort. In combination with the automatic six-speed Powershift transmission, the All-New Volvo V40 will be available locally with a four cylinder, 1.6-liter GTDi T4 engine with 180 horsepower and a maximum torque of 240Nm, including a 30Nm overboost.

“We are happy that the All-New Volvo V40 has finally arrived. With keen attention on vital aspects such as design, functionality, engine performance, chassis and driving dynamics, the All-New Volvo V40 is set to create a whole new level of fun driving experience.” quips Miss Roselyn M. Dimalanta, First Executive Vice President of Viking Cars, Incorporated, the exclusive distributor of Volvo cars in the country.

At a very attractive introductory price of PhP2,288,888.00, the All-New Volvo V40 offers incredible value-for-money wrapped in ultra-sleek style, highly intelligent features and trademark Volvo safety.

Caltex sends two Smokey Mountain booters to FC Barcelona Soccer Camp

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Caltex brand of fuels and lubricants, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc.(CPI), in partnership with Gawad Kalinga (GK) and the Junior Chamber International-Manila (JCI), will be sponsoring two talented Smokey Mountain kids to the soccer camp of FC Barcelona, one of the world’s top football clubs.

Caltex selected Arnel Britania, 10, and, Jay-E Vhien Sabalza, 11, from the annual summer Caltex Supa Strikas Cup Football Tournament held recently at the Field of Dreams for indigent kids from the Smokey Mountain and Tondo areas.

To be held from April 17 to 21, the five-day soccer camp will be facilitated by coaches from FC Barcelona. Britania and Sabalza were selected based on several criteria such as athletic ability, team adaptability, and behavior exhibited during the games. Photo above shows some of the kids in action during a pick up match.

“Through this partnership, we hope that we will be able to entice children from indigent families to get into sports and become more active,” Caltex Brand Manager Veronica Pangilinan said. She emphasized the crucial role of sports in an individual’s personal and social development: “Sports do not merely aid in developing motor skills. Children learn life skills when they play sports. Through sports, children learn to become resourceful, patient, and goal-oriented.”

The sponsorship is part of the Caltex Energy for Learning initiative which invests in projects that provide disadvantaged people with skills and learning to give them better opportunities in life.

About Chevron Philippines Inc.

Chevron Philippines Inc. has been operating in the country for more than 85 years under its retail brand, Caltex™, offering high quality products and services. There are close to 800 service stations strategically scattered throughout the Philippine archipelago and employees working in several areas of business such as Marketing, Lubricants and Terminal operations. The Chevron products that are available in the Philippines include Caltex with Techron® fuel and Caltex Diesel with Techron®D, Havoline® and Delo® oils. More information on Chevron Philippines Inc. is available at www.caltex.com/ph.

New 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab

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To kick off the 2013 model year, Jeep Wrangler debuts a limited-edition model named after one of the most popular off-road destinations in the world – Moab, Utah. The Jeep Wrangler Moab is based on the Wrangler Sahara model and is equipped with hardware popular with off-roading enthusiasts.

Official upgrades include 17-inch Rubicon alloy wheels painted gloss black running new 245/75R17 Goodyear Silent Armor off-road tires.

Unique exterior features on the Wrangler Moab include a Mopar power dome hood, premium rock rails, black fuel filler door. Other exterior touches include the new premium soft top, black wheel arches, a matte black Jeep grille badge and “Moab” decals on the hood. A body-color three-piece hard top is standard.

Interior modifications include black premium leather seats with black stitching, “Moab” embossed instrument panel grab handle, Mopar slush mats and Iron Gray trim on the vent rings, grab handles and steering wheel spokes.

Optional Mopar accessories are available, which include winch capable steel bumpers, tail lamp guards, and front and rear offroad bumpers.

The Jeep Wrangler Moab is available as a four-door Wrangler Unlimited model available in Crush, Rock Lobster, Gecko, Black and Bright White.

The 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited MOAB comes with a 2.8L CRD engine.

Jeep® Wins Third Consecutive “Four Wheeler of the Year” Award from Four Wheeler Magazine
The new 2013 Jeep® Wrangler Unlimited Moab Edition is the winner of the respected “Four Wheeler of the Year” award from the editors of Four Wheeler magazine.

“The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab is an extremely versatile vehicle, and was a hands-down trail favorite of the Four Wheeler judges,” said John Cappa, Four Wheeler editor. “The improved interior comfort, amenities, power and overall performance both on- and off-road make it worthy of being our 2013 Four Wheeler of the Year.” Paying homage to Jeep enthusiasts’ favorite off-roading destination, the Wrangler Unlimited Moab is the off-roader with increased capability.

Testing was conducted over more than a thousand miles on a variety of terrain, including pavement, gravel, dirt, sand, rocks and mud.

“The new Jeep Wrangler Moab edition is a perfect example of listening to our loyal Wrangler owners, who appreciate new levels of capability in a unique package,” said Mike Manley, President and CEO – Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. “The Moab edition recognizes a die-hard off-roading destination Jeep owners love, while providing even more capability, including upgraded rock rails. We’re especially pleased that the influential Four Wheeler editors put our latest Jeep Wrangler to the test and clearly recognized its capability.”

The 2013 Jeep Wrangler Moab Edition’s “Four Wheeler of the Year” award comes a year after the new- for-2012 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon earned the award, two years after Jeep Grand Cherokee did so, and less than three years after the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon was named the Best 4×4 vehicle of the 2000-2009 decade by Four Wheeler magazine.

The “Four Wheeler of the Year” recognition is the latest in a list of several recent Jeep Wrangler awards. Other recent Wrangler accolades include:
• 4×4 of the Year, Petersen’s 4-Wheel & Off-Road magazine (Moab Edition)
• Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com Best Resale Value Award, Compact Utility Vehicle
• Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com Best Resale Value Award, Top 10
• Mid-size SUV of Texas, Texas Auto Writers Association
• Best Off-Road Value, Active Lifestyle Vehicle (ALV) award
• Hottest 4×4 SUV, Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) award

Jeep Wrangler continues to enjoy significant momentum in the marketplace, with sales up 17 percent in 2012.

The new 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab is now available at all Jeep showrooms in the Philippines. Contact the nearest dealer for more information.

Jeep Brand
Built on 71 years of legendary heritage, Jeep is the authentic SUV with class-leading capability, craftsmanship and versatility for people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the fullest by offering a full line of vehicles that continue to provide owners with a sense of security to handle any journey with confidence.

The Jeep vehicle lineup consists of the Grand CherokeeWrangler and Wrangler Unlimited. To meet consumer demand around the world, all models are sold outside North America – and all are available in gasoline and diesel powertrain options. Chrysler Group LLC sells and services vehicles in approximately 120 countries around the world.

Harley-Davidson roars to The 9th Manila International Auto Show

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Harley-Davidson makes a roaring entrance at the opening of the 9th Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). The legendary American motorcycle brand is the only premium motorcycle brand present in the country’s biggest annual motoring event.

For those unable to visit the newly-opened first dealership of Harley-Davidson in the Philippines at EDSA Greenhills, their latest motorcycles will be on display in the MIAS front and center at the main hall of the World Trade Center, Pasay City from April 4 to 7, 2013. Harley-Davidson display includes the Electra Glide Ultra Classic, Street Glide, Sportster Forty-Eight, and Sportster Iron 883 and a broad selection Harley-Davidson of Manila merchandise.

“Once again, we are proud to be part of the 9th Manila International Auto Show,” says Felix R. Ang, President of American Motorcycles, Inc., the official dealer of Harley-Davidson in the country. “…this year with our newest family member, Harley-Davidson of Manila.”

The local launch of the iconic brand was definitely an exciting news for motorcycle enthusiasts and Harley-Davidson fans. Owning Harley-Davidson and having it serviced in the Philippines is now easier and more convenient. At this year’s MIAS, the Harley-Davidson booth is definitely a must-see!

See the full range of Harley-Davidson models, a wide range of parts and accessories, and authentic riding gear, apparel, and merchandise at the EDSA Greenhills dealership.