Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) announces that it will conduct a Special Service Campaign to address the problem concerning the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) program in certain Land Cruiser Prado vehicles.
For Land Cruiser Prado with 18-inch wheels and equipped with the Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS*) and VSC, the activation of the VSC may not be sufficient in certain circumstances due to the setting of the VSC program.
In circumstances in which advanced driving skills are required, such as when a driver of the involved vehicle sharply turns the steering wheel in high-speed conditions, or when the driver negotiates a curve at excessive speeds, the vehicle could slide sideways.
Toyota will update the VSC program to enhance the effectiveness of the VSC so that the risk of the vehicle sliding, even to the point that it is almost sideways, will be reduced.
Toyota places high priority on the quality of its vehicles and is constantly monitoring the performance of its vehicles through a variety of quality programs. As customer satisfaction is of paramount importance, Toyota has decided to conduct the special service campaign for concerned Land Cruiser Prado models. No other Toyota or Lexus vehicles are affected by this recall in the Philippines.
TMP has started contacting its Land Cruiser Prado customers and will perform home service repair at no cost to the customers. Customers may also contact TMP customer assistance hotline at telephone number 819 2912, or any authorized Toyota Dealer nationwide.
*Optimally adjusts the front and rear stabilizers so that the stabilizers disengage in rough road conditions, thereby preventing the vehicle from pitching in curves.
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The 2010 CR-V stirs Honda’s display at the 2010 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) which opens today until April 18 at the World Trade Center.
The latest model of Honda CR-V radiates an air of refinement with its refreshed bumpers and new front grille with honeycomb design. Its urbane styling artistically blends with the CR-V’s clear-cut lines and over-all premium finish.
Other models on display are the rule-changing City, the country’s Fun Utility Vehicle (FUV) Jazz, the exhilarating Civic and the market’s only VCM-equipped (Variable Cylinder Management) luxury sedan Accord.
“We hope to see you at this year’s Manila International Auto Show and check out the latest models that move the motoring scene. Aside from showcasing the latest Honda models, we also have a test drive activity available on site. This enables you to have a first-hand experience of the superior performance of Honda vehicles. ” said Mr. Jojo Aliganga, General Manager of Honda Cars Manila.
Models available for test drive include City, Jazz, Civic and Accord. Just remember to try before you buy. Be smart! Test drive!
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What is in a color? Color is one of the simple ways to express one’s character and to utterly spice up everyday living. Color brings out a spectacle of style, emotion and culture. Red signifies energy, silver portrays modernism and elegance while black exudes authority and timelessness.
Just like in fashion, certain color trends are apparent in the automotive world. Several factors are being considered before finally choosing which vehicle to buy and color plays one of the significant drivers in this decision-making process. Nowadays, consumers are getting savvy about the latest color trends.
Silver hues are the current favorites as these exude a sense of high technology and class. The popularity of silver evolves into a more colorful variation. Silver now transcends and harmoniously blends with other metal-like colors like titanium, bronze and gold.
The perfect example is Honda’s latest color for its 2010 CR-V, the Urban Titanium. Urban Titanium is on the beige and brown range. Such warm tone exudes sophistication and distinctiveness that perfectly matches the CR-V’s urbane yet tough over-all design. “In our non-stop dedication in providing new values for our customers’ ultimate satisfaction, Honda takes pride in offering modern colors that complement the car’s fit and finish. Urban Titanium presents a lavish touch that blends well with the CR-V’s premium styling.” said Mr. Hiroshi Shimizu, President and General Manager of Honda Cars Philippines, Inc.
To balance its modish color and style, the 2010 CR-V bears features that let you crossover to life’s different adventures and keep up with the demands of modern living. For instance, the CR-V has a fuel meter located on the instrument panel which displays instantaneous and average fuel consumption. This feature comes in very handy especially with the fuel prices escalating nowadays. Meanwhile, urban frenzy becomes easily manageable with the CR-V. Be it highly congested roads in the metropolis or long distance trips, a comfortable ride can be assured with the added seals and insulators on the CR-V which reduce noise, vibrations and harshness levels. Also, tackling of inner-city roads and tight spaces become trouble-free with the CR-V’s improved suspension. Honda applied some adjustments on its suspension for better steering response and maneuverability.
Check-out how the CR-V’s urban titanium color artistically blends with the city landscape. Visit www.hondaphil.com or any of Honda’s 26 dealership network nationwide.
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Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMPC) today announced the debut of the 2010 Vios line-up with a refreshed design, more functional interior features, and a new 1.3 automatic transmission variant. The new Vios, with sophisticated styling, riding comfort and optimum fuel-efficiency, will be available in the market this April.
Since its Philippine debut in 2003, the Vios led the change in the automotive landscape with the creation of the subcompact passenger car segment. Then positioned as an entry-level car, the Vios provided car buyers with a better option for a more convenient, fuel-efficient and affordable vehicle that suits their practical lifestyle. In 2007, Toyota marked another milestone with the introduction of the second generation Vios, a model proudly made in the Philippines.
For over six years, the Vios has dominated the subcompact sedan segment with 62,790 units in cumulative sales as of February 2010. Since 2007, the Vios has been the country’s consistent best-selling vehicle.
The 2010 Vios has been refreshed with significant improvements in terms of style and sophistication on the façade, and practical features on the interior. A touch of elegance is injected into its head-turning shape to make it more appealing than ever. The refreshed Vios comes with a redesigned front grille, front bumper and fog lamps, multi-reflector headlamps, side view mirror-integrated turn signal lamps, sporty 15” alloy wheels and new rear combination lamps.
On the inside, its cabin is engineered to give a host of smart convenience features. The cockpit places major controls close at hand and keeps all vital information a quick glance away , all in a sweeping organic design. New interior features include a sporty leather steering wheel with audio controls, restyled instrument panel, chrome accents, and an auxiliary port for audio players. It retains some of its most functional treats such as the multi-information display, optitron meters, power window and door locks now available for all variants, remote keyless entry with alarm, front armrest with built-in cup holder and center console multi-purpose storage bin, flat rear passenger floor for more space, and a roomy, 250-liter trunk space.
The new Vios also offers enhanced active safety with its Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), brake assist, Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), and 4-wheel disc brakes. A Global Outstanding Assessment (GOA) body and dual SRS airbags are also included ensuring passive safety.
In terms of performance, the Vios offers zippy acceleration with its 1,500cc VVT-i DOHC 4-cylinder 16-valve engine producing 107hp at 6,000 rpm. Both 1.5 and 1.3-liter variants offer fuel efficiency which is the best in its class. It provides easy maneuverability with its compact size and a minimum turning radius of just 4.9 meters. Its Macpherson strut suspension is well tuned for ride comfort and sure-footed handling. And now, the 1.5-liter variant’s gate-type automatic transmission with Super ECT is now made available for the 1.3E variant as well.
The new Vios is available in six colors: silver metallic, black, beige metallic, red mica metallic, bronze mica metallic and the new light blue mica metallic. The line-up is offered at Php 810,000 for the 1.5G A/T variant and Php 775,000 for the 1.5G M/T, Php 720,000 for the 1.3E A/T and Php 685,000 for the 1.3E M/T, and Php 599,000 for the 1.3J M/T variant.
For more information about the new Toyota Vios, please log on to www.toyota.com.ph, or call Toyota Customer Assistance Center Hotline at 819 2912 or visit any of Toyota’s 28 authorized dealers nationwide.
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Honda Cars Manila (HCMA) was recently hailed as the 2009 over-all “Dealer of the Year”. Every year, Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) holds Dealer Convention in honoring outstanding performances of its dealership network all over the country.
The “Dealer of the Year” award is HCPI’s highest recognition bestowed upon a dealership with the most exemplary performance in all aspects of dealership operations. Honda Cars Manila has manifested excellent undertaking in the field of sales, service, parts, customer relations management and finance operations.
Mr. Hiroshi Shimizu, HCPI President and General Manager said, “Ever committed in continuously bringing new values in our products and services, we hold an annual convention to recognize those who have shown dedication in reaching for our goals and to give continued inspiration for the year to come.”
“We are very proud to be the instrument in delivering world-class products and services in the market. Winning the highest recognition in over-all dealership operations further challenges us in providing better contribution in the year ahead.” said Mr. Jojo Aliganga, General Manager of Honda Cars Manila.
Honda Cars Manila is part of the Yuchengco Group of Companies under the House of Investments. It has been providing high quality products and services since 1997.
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