Kuya Kim Endorses Tata Motors Commercial and Passenger Vehicles for the Filipino Entrepreneur

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Tata Motors Philippines showcases their strong and world tested line up of heavy duty commercial vehicles as well as their light commercial vehicles with various possible business applications to further inspire the entrepreneurial Filipino. Also present are the fuel efficient eco-diesel powered passenger cars which are perfect for the smart practical Filipino family. 

In their lineup, Tata Motors previewed to the public their Prima range of trucks which is part of their heavy commercial vehicle stable. Tata Motors first launched the Prima in 2008 which has a combination of power, world-class performance, fuel efficiency, superior technology and safety and has been built with technical inputs from across the world like - an Italian cab design, engine technology from the USA and Europe, gearbox expertise from Germany, chassis frame know-how from Mexico, sheet metal dies from Japan and Korea, combined with Swedish precision on a robotic weld line. With this, the Tata Prima is also known as the “World Smart Truck”. 

Present in the motor show were the Prima 4438S tractor head which is powered by a 370hp CUMMINS ISLe 8.9L high pressure common rail diesel engine which is very suitable for various heavy commercial hauling requirements. The Prima has a maximum speed of 99 kmph as well as a fuel capacity of 625 L. It is best suited for all kind of Applications like - General Cargo: Container/Refer Van/Car Carriers, Industrial: Cement/Steel/Machinery Movement, Construction: Tip Trailers/Bulkers etc.

On the other hand, the Tata PRIMA 4038K (6X4) Construction tipper is equipped by a 370hp CUMMINS ISLe 8.9L high pressure common rail diesel engine which is able to put out 370HP of maximum power with its 9 speed Eaton Transmission. This vehicle is fitted with an 18 Cu.M box body and a Bogie Suspension for all wheels. It is suitable for all type of construction applications like Aggregates Movement, Tankers and other municipal applications like Garbage Compactors, Skip Loaders etc.

Ford Reveals All-New Everest and New Expedition Platinum at MIAS

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Ford Philippines once again takes center stage at the 11th Manila International Auto Show with the reveal of the all-new Everest and the launch of the new Expedition Platinum, completing the line-up of segment-leading cars, SUVs, and trucks in the Ford pavilion. 

Joining the Everest and Expedition Platinum are seven other popular Ford nameplates. These include the exciting Fiesta equipped with the award-winning 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine, the dynamic Focus that blends smart and safety technology seamlessly, the ground-breaking EcoSport compact urban SUV that redefined a whole new segment, the Escape and Explorer Sport that bring style and power together with their fuel-efficient EcoBoost engines, and the best-selling Ranger that tops its segment in the market. The iconic Mustang that continues to excite generations after generation will also be another highlight at the Ford stand, showcasing the 50 Years Limited Edition.

These vehicles will be on full display during the four-day motor show event as a testament of the company’s on-going commitment to deliver quality, fuel-efficient, safe and smart vehicles to its customers in the Philippines.

“We are very excited to showcase our most complete line-up of vehicles to date. We want to display the very best of Ford and that means bringing in our One Ford vehicles from the global stage and into the homes of our loyal Filipino customers,” said Kay Hart, managing director, Ford Philippines.

The MINI 5 Door: More MINI, More Possibilities

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MINI Philippines has introduced an entirely new body variant – the MINI 5 Door – for the first time in its history. Available locally in two variants; MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S, the MINI 5 Door will be retailed at the MINI Global City, MINI Greenhills and MIN Cebu.

“As with every other MINI, the MINI 5 Door has preserved MINI’s signature driving fun, its distinctive character and refinement of the third model generation, by incorporating enhanced practicality through extra space,” said Willy Tee Ten, President of British United Automobiles Inc. “With more foot space, legroom and luggage space added, as well as the introduction of two rear doors and three separate back seats, the MINI 5 Door has achieved greater comfort and practicality without compromising on typical MINI go-kart handling and characteristic.”
New 5 Door Design means more room, more space, greater comfort.

The body of the MINI 5 Door is 3,982 millimetres long (MINI Cooper S 5 Door is 4,005 millimetres), 1,727 millimetres wide and 1,425 millimetres tall. This makes the MINI Cooper 5 Door +161 millimetres longer and +11 millimetres higher than the 3-door version. The width remains the same. 

Meanwhile, the MINI Cooper S 5 Door is +155mm longer than the 3-door version. The wheelbase has been extended by +72 millimetres to 2,567 millimetres, while the track is identical to that of the 3-door version.