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Although he did not identify the two auto firms, industry sources said that they were BMW Philippines and Mitsubishi Motors Corp.


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                    [Title] => Selective motor import lib to kill auto industry — CAMPI
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According to members of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI), a further lowering of the gross vehicle weight (GVW) limit for the liberalized entry of light trucks to 2.5 tons would affect 30 percent of the commercial vehicle market.


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BMW Group Philippines, Inc. recently hosted a golf tourney for BMW owners and golf aficionados.


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BMW Philippines only assembles completely knocked-down units (CKDs) which it imports from Germany or the US.


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                    [Title] => What a combination!
                    [Summary] => "After crosses and losses, men grow humbler and wiser." – Benjamin Franklin
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Tereret Tambunting-Liboro is one of the most generous philanthropists I have had the pleasure to know. Through her tireless efforts, the Tambuntings have donated generously for the construction of houses of numerous indigent families.


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Two car firms eye incentives under export dev’t program

By Marianne V. Go | February 13, 2004 - 12:00am

Two more local automotive manufacturing firms are set to avail of the government’s Automotive Export Program (AEP) and begin exporting completely built up units (CBUs), Trade and Industry Secretary Cesar V....

Business

The coming of BMW bikes

By Brian Afuang | April 30, 2003 - 12:00am

The event was dubbed as "The Coming," and was aptly named for it showcased a truly orgasmic feast of two-wheeled Teuton treats. More important, the event marked the official entry of BMW motorcycles in...

Motoring

Bullish BMW breaks business records

March 5, 2003 - 12:00am

Last November, BMW Philippines president Mark Gilbert told the local media that the BMW Group would end 2002 with good numbers. They did. Less than two weeks ago, on the occasion of the First BMW Motoring Media...

Motoring

Marvelous merriment for Marilou Senn

By Johnny Litton | February 22, 2003 - 12:00am

It seemed that the whole Chinatown went over to lovely Marilou Senn’s birthday party at gorgeous Jojo and Henry Zabarte’s chic Valle Verde home; everyone was in their lively "Kung Hei Fat Choy"...

Modern Living

Selective motor import lib to kill auto industry — CAMPI

By Marianne V. Go | December 6, 2002 - 12:00am

In five years or less, the Philippine automobile industry may die out if the government adopts a selective liberalization of motor vehicle imports. According to members of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers...

Business

BMW comes up with 3 new moves

By Lester Dizon | December 4, 2002 - 12:00am

BMW Group Philippines launched three new initiatives aimed at further strengthening its presence in the market, as well as prove its commitment to its Philippine clientele. Leading the lists of initiatives was the...

Motoring

The best of both worlds

By Johnny Litton | December 1, 2002 - 12:00am

"You are only as strong as your purpose; therefore, let us choose reasons to act that are big, righteous and eternal." * * * BMW Group Philippines, Inc. recently hosted a golf tourney for BMW owners...

Allure

BMW not likely to set up full manufacturing operations in RP

By Marianne V. Go | November 30, 2002 - 12:00am

German car maker BMW is not likely to set up full manufacturing operations in the country even with the advent of the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA). BMW Philippines Corp. president Mark Gilbert said yesterday that...

Business

What a combination!

By Johnny Litton | October 20, 2002 - 12:00am

"After crosses and losses, men grow humbler and wiser." – Benjamin Franklin * * * Tereret Tambunting-Liboro is one of the most generous philanthropists I have had the pleasure to know. Through...

Allure

The new road to luxury

By Johnny Litton | August 31, 2002 - 12:00am

I have always wanted a good, arousing ride – often in a car. Now BMW, the ultimate driving machine, is satisfying this basic desire. BMW has been the undisputed standard setter in the automotive industry. While...

Modern Living