Articles about Pims 2018

Did you see these at PIMS?

Last week, the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) was held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. This five-day event gathered car enthusiasts from all around the country and wowed them with a lineup of concept cars, upcoming and currently

It was a chance to sample some Manila-comfy seats by Atoy Customs

The stories we make about Atoy Customs' Manila-proof vans are a huge hit among our readers. So, as a special treat during PIMS 2018, Atoy brought his trademark seats to the Top Gear PH booth so that we could experience them

Check them out at PIMS 2018

Many of you who have dropped by the 2018 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) did so for the newly launched cars, the concepts, and all the Instagram-worthy vehicles on display. That's understandable-this is a car show, after all. But

In support of PUV modernization

Among the cars, vans, and SUVs on display at this year's Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), Daewoo is holding its own with its lineup of 'clean and green' buses, trucks, and even a jeepney. Columbian Manufacturing Corporation (CMANC), the country's

They’re hardworking brand ambassadors

The Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) comes around only once every two years, so it's a really big deal. The car manufacturers involved showcase only the best of the best in their vehicle lineups, which means it makes perfect sense to

What you might have missed on the first day

What makes the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) special? The launch presentations are a huge deal, of course. And so are the concept cars that the manufacturers fly in from Japan.Opening day is usually the most hectic, but it's also

The Germans are on a roll

It's never just one or the other with cars these days. Utility, style, and performance are all expected to go hand in hand now-more so if you're charging a premium for your product. And if there's one carmaker

Worth it?

If you haven't dropped by the 2018 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) yet, we suggest you do so this weekend. This year's exhibit features a ton of worthwhile rides to check out-arguably the most scene-stealing of which is

There are prizes to be won from CTEK

If you've dropped by the 2018 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS 2018), chances are you may have noticed a bit of a commotion near the Top Gear Philippines booth. That's because Atoy Customs has been kind enough to lend us

It's front and center of the main hall

It's almost impossible to miss the Volkswagen Philippines booth-it's positioned front and center at the spacious World Trade Center hall. The cars are assembled symmetrically in perfect German fashion. There are five on each side, chairs and tables in

Are these the coolest off-roaders at the show?

Most of the hype surrounding Nissan's display at the 2018 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) revolves around the two Nismo cars that the Japanese carmaker will begin selling in the local market next year. Makes sense, since it's not every

This year’s lineup is crazy

If you still don't have plans to drop by the 2018 Philippine International Motor Show (2018) this weekend, you had better reconsider.One after another, carmakers caused jaws to drop at the show-it's as if they were dropping prices

The segment is in good hands

Gone are the days when people thought of electric cars as future-forward marketing gimmicks or, well, just plain uncool.One after another, car manufacturers have been coming out with stunning visions of the future of EVs. Tesla, Porsche, Volkswagen...and even

Powered by the RZ4E engine

At the 2018 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), Isuzu Philippines Corporation opened its booth with a song-and-dance number, followed by the unveiling of the VT02 concept van. Also displayed at the Isuzu booth? A new variant of the Japanese carmaker'

Available soon

The much-awaited all-new Suzuki Jimny has arrived. Suzuki Philippines pulled the covers off its popular SUV at the 2018 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS). As of this writing, no local specs have been made available. The one revealed a few

Whoa

Damn, Christmas came early this year-and it's in the form of the Nissan 370Z Nismo and Juke Nismo. Yes, not one, but two Nismo variants.In what might be the biggest surprise of the 2018 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS),

Our kind of mini car

Mini cars like the Honda Brio don't normally turn heads-and they're not meant to. They're run-of-the-mill daily drivers through and through, and they serve their prupose well.So yeah, there's nothing wrong with driving

‘So much room for activities!’

The Toyota TJ Cruiser is an odd-looking thing. Its polarizing exterior-composed of hard lines, bulky proportions, and a ridiculously oversized face and grille-is going to be a point of debate for many of those who manage to see it

Break out those wallets

Earlier this month, Mazda Philippines unveiled the refreshed 6 midsize sedan, the upgraded MX-5, and an additional variant of the CX-9. The first two featured a handful of aesthetic and performance improvements, while the last one further bolsters the Japanese

A full-motion driving simulator awaits

Make some noise because we're only one day away from the opening of the 2018 CAMPI Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) at the World Trade Center Metro Manila in Pasay City. This massive event, hosted by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers