20th Trans Sport Show

Now on its 20th year, the Trans Sport Show is once again set to open its doors for car enthusiasts to see the 120 of the latest show cars from the automotive aftermarket industry. The 2011 Trans Sport Show moves to the SMX Convention Center in SM Mall Of Asia from its regular home at the SM Megamall Megatrade Hall, and will be held from May 26 to 29, 2011.

From its inception in 1992 as a general automotive show, Trans Sport Show has evolved from just a motorshow to becoming a part of the culture of Filipino automotive enthusiasts.

"It is amazing to meet enthusiasts who have been attending the show since 1992 – who now have children with the same interest and passion and have become Trans Sport Show patrons themselves," say Sophie delos Santos, Tradeshow International President.

The Trans Sport Show will be the venue for competing automotive aftermarket brands, custom car shops and tuning houses to show off their latest works of automotive art. As a throwback to the success of the Trans Sport Show for the past 20 years, this year's edition will showcase 13 of the Best of Show and Reserve Best of Show winners from past years. Making this milestone show even more special will be the attendance of Barry Meguiar, host of Speed TV series Car Crazy and President & CEO of Meguiar's Car Care Products.

Another bonus for the 2011 running of the TSS - branded as the Grand 3-Ring Motoring Event - are two other shows that will be taking place at the same venue, as the Trans Sport Show will also be the host of two other events: the 1st Philippine Nostalgic Motor Show (PNMS) and the 4th Manila Sports Car Club (MSCC) Concours Concours d' Elegance .

The Manila Sports Car Club (MSCC) Concours d' Elegance is the most prestigious vintage car competition in the Philippines, bar none. Limited to 30 of the best restored and preserved cars in the Philippines, entries will be judged by automotive experts from Hong Kong, Singapore, and Japan led by Chief Judge Osamu Hasegawa.

Also to be held at the TSS is the 1st Philippine Nostalgic Motor Show with a very special display of 12 collectible and some rare vintage racing vehicles. Old school car enthusiasts and historic racing aficionados will be given a treat as the lineup of cars ranges from rare cars like the 1960 Alfa Romeo Giullietta, to fast classics like a 1973 Porsche RSR, and even the popular 1984 Mitsubishi Lancer Turbo.

"Trans Sport Show literally spans generations and transcends demographic boundaries, drawing car lovers from all over," concludes delos Santos.

The Grand 3-Ring Motoring event is being co-presented by Phoenix Fuels and is sponsored in part by The House of Precast, Solar Auto Club and 3M Philippines. Service Providers include Meguiar’s (Exclusive Detailer), Dream Limo (Official VIP Ride), Auto Transporter (Official Car Carrier), Motorola (Official Communications) and DC Audio Rhythmix (Official Lights Provider) . Other sponsors are C!, Calibre, Top Gear, Power Wheels, 99.5RT, Crossover 105.1, Dream FM 106.7, DZRH 666, Magic 89.9, UR 105.9, DWIZ, 97 Home Radio, DZRJ 100, DZRJ 810, Inside Motoring, Turbo Time, Business Mirror, Businessworld, Chinese Commercial News, Daily Tribune, Manila Bulletin, Manila Standard Today, Manila Times, Malaya Business Insight, Philippine Star, Padi’s Point, Lazer Maxx, Gotcha, Auto Review, Sunshine TV, Motoring Today, Auto Focus, Stoplight TV, Pinoy Extreme, The Kampamilya Channel, Jack TV, Auto Extreme, and AutoIndustriya.com For more details, call Tradeshow International, Inc. at 6713122, 6718381-82.

1st Philippine Nostalgic Motor Show

Mapua Car 2011

3rd PIMS: ASX – Mitsubishi’s new Crossover is here!

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. (MMPC) has finally unveiled the much awaited compact crossover vehicle in the market at the 3rd Philippine International Motor Show. Known as the RVR in other countries, the new Mitsubishi model will be called here in the Philippines as the ASX, which stands for “Active Sports Crossover”.

The new Mitsubishi ASX will hit your nearest Mitsubishi dealers late August and is available in three variants, namely: GLS SE CVT 6-speed Sportronic (4WD), GLS CVT 6-speed Sportronic (2WD), and the GLX MT 5-speed Manual (2WD).

The ASX is packed with features such as: a multi-information display meter and a 6.2-inch touch screen LCD monitor with a built-in DVD/CD/MP3/WMA player, that also provides a GPS Navigation system for the GLS and GLS SE models.

Under the hood is Mitsubishi’s 4B11 2.0-liter 16-valve DOHC MIVEC engine that gives you ample power in a compact body. The multi-select 4WD system available for the GLS SE model enables the driver to be better-equipped to maneuver in more difficult road conditions.

According to Mitsubishi product planning manager Mr. Leo Samonte, the Mitsubishi ASX will “give the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Soul, Kia Sportage, Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-7, Chevrolet Captiva, Nissan X-Trail, Nissan Grand Livina, Suzuki SX-4 Crossover and the Suzuki Grand Vitara a noteworthy competition”.

Price:

GLS SE CVT 6-speed Sportronic (4WD) = PHP 1.498 million

GLS CVT 6-speed Sportronic (2WD) = PHP 1.225 million

GLX MT 5-speed M/T (2WD) = PHP 1.145 million

3rd PIMS: Hot Cars with Hot Girls

Believe it or not, car show models excite most people in a motor show next to new and hot cars. That’s at least according to CAMPI.org’s poll result.

If for some reason you missed the 3rd Philippine International Motor Show at the World Trade Center and wanted to see the girls at the show and or forgot to bring your camera to take photos of them, then you need not worry because our lenses framed them permanently for your viewing pleasure.

3rd PIMS: Celebrities Spotted!

Here are some photos of celebrities we’ve spotted at the 3rd Philippine International Motor Show.

President Benigno “Noy-Noy” Aquino III – If you can consider the President as a celebrity then P-Noy should be number 1 on this list.

Bianca Gonzales – Popular TV host Bianca Gonzales hosted Honda’s presentation. She’s a proud Honda owner for seven years now.

Jojo Alejar – We’ve spotted talk show host and 80′s baby Mr. Jojo Alejar, probably recording some video clips for his show, “Jojo A – All the way!”

Ryan Cayabyab - Mr. C helped the guys from BMW present their magnificent car line-up in the opening day.

Nanette Inventor – Singer/Actress/Comediene entertained the show goers at the Isuzu booth last Thursday.

DJ Tony-Tony and Jessica – Magic 89.9 DJs Tony-Tony and Jessica hosted for Toyota’s opening day presentation.

Nicole Scherzinger > Banging Body + Banging Bentley

Banging Body + Banging Bentley" Before coming across this I've never heard of Nicole Scherzinger but I've seen the light! Check out Nicole throwing up the "Asian" peace while climbing in her Bentley.

Rob Dyrdek’s Porsche Panamera Turbo – aka Ghost

Rob Dyrdek is a visionary and it doesn't stop at an over the top office or a sick pad. Check out his newest whip which he has named GHOST! This puts his Storm-trooper Tahoe and Bentley to shame! Lets just hope he doesn't let his cousin Drama drive it, or Tony Turbo.

What is that BMW?

Who cares about smoking hot Cameron Diaz, what is that BMW in the background. I see it has Sparco seats in it and I get that it's probably on a movie set or training facility but does anyone know what it is?

3rd Philippine International Motor Show in August 2010

The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) has announced the staging of the eagerly anticipated event in the Philippine motoring industry, the 3rd Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS).

PIMS will be coming this August 19 – 22, 2010 and will be held at the World Trade Center.

It’s another Motor Show to look forward to, so mark your calendars now and see you at the World Trade Center for the 3rd Philippine International Motor Show