Articles about Dealerships

Reputation is much easier to tear down than build up

In this fluctuating economic climate, one of our recurring dreams is that of opening our own car dealership. We can picture ourselves now: Our own boss, walking amid a sea of automobiles, the virtual sound of cash registers pinging in our ears.

It’s a Zen-inspired, nature-loving space

The TRAIN law is in full effect, but the major players in the automotive industry still have a positive outlook toward the future. Although the plans to build new dealerships have been underway long before the latest economic developments in our country,

There's a kiddie corner, too

Suzuki Philippines has finally inaugurated its dealership along the Manila East Road in Barangay San Juan, Taytay Rizal, the first from the Japanese carmaker that features a built-in café.The establishment, the company says, will allow customers and visitors to sit

Catch the ongoing tour

Curious to see the Mitsubishi Xpander in the metal? You're not alone. Since making its global debut last year, Filipinos have clamored for Mitsubishi Motors Philippines (MMPC) to bring it over here. Competitively priced seven-seaters tend to have that effect.

Readers speak up

Similar to how some people won't date individuals with a terrible personality, body odor, or a missing zero in their paycheck, there are dealbreakers when it comes driving home a new car.We asked you guys if you had any automotive

Can I save on cost?

Hello!I just had my Isuzu D-Max serviced for 10,000km and I paid more than P9,000 at the dealer's shop. What is the benefit of having the work done at the service shop? Can I not have it

It doesn't have to be boring

Dealerships are fun to visit and all, what with their lineups of brand-new cars, but ideally as customers we wouldn't spend any more time in there than we have to. In today's fast-paced world, we always have somewhere

According to J.D. Power study

The latest J.D. Power Philippine Customer Satisfaction Service Index numbers are in, and it doesn't look too good.Overall satisfaction with after-sales service at authorized centers fell to an average of 793 points in 2017 compared to 822 the

The location of its new dealership

When you live in an area far from the city, it can sometimes be difficult to visit a car dealership to browse the latest models. Luckily for motorists up north, they will soon have easier access to buying and maintaining their Toyota

Straight from the source

We recently posted an article about taking your car for service before Holy Week, but don't just take our word for it. Here are some recommendations from our friends in the automotive industry when asked when the best time would be

Be informed

Early this year, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) issued a memorandum instructing dealerships-both for cars and motorcycles-to comply with a new temporary license plate design when releasing newly bought vehicles to customers. This order took effect last February 15, and

Wheeltek dealership bagged the contract

After a series of negotiations, Wheeltek Motor Sales Corporation has finally signed a contract with Yamaha Motor Philippines that will pave the way for the construction of a world-class Yamaha Y-Zone showroom in Quezon City.According to Bobby Orbe, Wheeltek

Good news for the region

Honda Cars Philippines is closing 2016 with another new dealership. The company recently opened the doors to its latest facility in Lipa City, Batangas, making its diverse lineup of cars more accessible than ever to motorists in the area.Honda Cars Lipa

No signs of slowing down

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) isn't showing any signs of slowing down. The Japanese brand is set to bring its vehicles and services closer to Filipinos via several recently held groundbreaking ceremonies for future dealerships and facilities.Over the past two months,

A giant has been awakened

KTM, one of the most respected motorcycle brands in Europe, will have at least 22 showrooms located in strategic parts of the country by early 2017. We got this scoop during the opening of the KTM flagship showroom in Bonifacio Global City.

It’s a strategic expansion

Expect to see more Beetles and Golfs on the road as Volkswagen Philippines expands its dealer network. The regions targeted are Central Luzon and Western Visayas, as the German carmaker recognizes the economic potential of those places. In Luzon, future owners can

AWD fun for Ilonggos

Subaru's fun-to-drive vehicle lineup is now available in Iloilo City, after the brand's official distributor, Motor Image Pilipinas, formally opened its new dealership in the area this week.Subaru Iloilo City sits on a 2,000sqm lot and

We're already losing count

Toyota Motor Philippines continues its rapid growth in the country with the ground-breaking of two new dealerships. Toyota Matina began construction last July 8, while Toyota Calapan City began building a day later.Toyota Matina is located along MacArthur Highway in

Calling all bikers out there

Royal Enfield--one of the world's oldest-running motorcycle manufacturers--will be opening its very first exclusive store in Metro Manila this weekend, making the company's lineup of scene-stealing two-wheelers available to Filipino customers in the country's

To maintain sales momentum this year

Suzuki Philippines, in line with its steady sales growth in the country, has opened two new dealerships in Cebu City. The integrated car-and-motorcycle company is hoping to top last year's rapid expansion wherein it added 10 new dealership locations