On hand are HCBT officers and fellow associates taking turns in “gliding” the hand-painted “City” through the parade route. A working, on-board horn and flashers add up to the sight, enough to make a buzz as to make our bee here appear from nowhere.

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SBA Procedure

1. Simply call our Service Department at (043) 402-0384 / (043) 402-0335 loc. 117 or 131 / (02) 887-3461 loc. 117 or 131. Business Hours: Monday – Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm

2. Inform the Appointment Receptionist of your preferred date and time, services required, car model and year, etc.

3. Appointment Receptionist will call you back and confirm your appointment one or two days before scheduled servicing.

4. Please bring your car to Honda Cars Batangas on scheduled time and date. Late arrival of more than 15 minutes will be considered as walk-in.

5. Make sure to arrive on time and please empty your car of personal valuable items for fast and easy pre-service inspections.

6. Your friendly Service Advisor will be glad to receive you on your scheduled appointment.

Promo Mechanics:

• Customers who reserve any variant of Honda City shall be entitled to a raffle coupon for the contest.
• Duration of the contest is from June 01 until July 31, 2010.
• Draws will be held on the following dates:
  • July 06, 2010 – 25 winners for the month of June 2010
  • August 05, 2010 – 25 winners for July 2010
• Each winner will receive P10,000 worth of free e-fuel cards.
• Winners will be notified by their respective Honda dealerships.

Give your ride a fresh look. Honda Cars Batangas is offering a special paint wash-over promo until June 30, 2010.

If your vehicle has been around for quite a while and is starting to look a little dated, a paint wash-over can put life back to its faded color. Honda’s wash-over service rates start at Php 24,000 for City and Jazz models, Php 25,000 for the Civic and Php 26,000 for bigger models like the Accord, CR-V and Odyssey. Rates quoted do not cover necessary body repairs.

Meanwhile, if you are tired of having the same old color and opt for a more refreshing look, you may go for a different color for a minimal additional fee of Php 7,000, starting at Php 31,000.

Honda is also extending 10% discount on its detailing, rust-proofing and windshield treatment services to complete your vehicle’s make-over.

Per DTI IVA Permit No. 03-051 Series of 2010

Celebration of more than 10,000 Honda City sales gets even better. Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is raffling off Php 10,000 worth of e-fuel cards to fifty (50) lucky customers who reserve any City variant from June to July 31, 2010.

In appreciation of the market’s ardent support, Honda brings patrons of the City an opportunity to experience zero fuel spending per kilometer traveled. With free fuel, these fifty lucky winners can enjoy fuel mileage at zero cost.

Unstable fuel prices have been one of the major concerns of motorists. That is why more and more have turned mindful of their consumption and have sought means to improve fuel economy.

One of the key strengths that made the City the winning choice of over 10,000 owners is its fuel efficiency. The City has a number of features that aid better fuel mileage. At the heart of the City is the renowned i-VTEC engine technology which varies valve timing to optimize fuel consumption. It also comes with a class-leading 5-speed automatic transmission that contributes lesser engine stress. For fun and easy tracking of one’s fuel mileage, the City has a fuel meter located in the liquid crystal display of the instrument panel. Such fuel meter shows instantaneous and average fuel consumption. More than excellent fuel efficiency, the City is also engineered to pass the stringent European Emission Standards. Among local manufacturers, Honda is the only brand that has reached EURO 4 levels for ALL its model line-up, even if Philippine regulations only require EURO 2 compliance.

“When we introduced the 3rd generation City, we envisioned it to change the landscape of the subcompact category. Changing the rules in its class, we fit it with technologies that used to be available in higher models. Gone are the days when this segment runs on basic features only. Now, we are overwhelmed at how the market supported us and resulted in over 10,000 sales milestone. I invite you to check out www.hondaphil.com to learn more about the City’s over-all value for money proposition.” said Mr. Voltaire Gonzales, Vehicle Sales and Corporate Communications Head of HCPI.

During the student edition of Honda Challenge Cup, a fuel efficiency driving competition that subjects different Honda models in real-life driving situations while using normal driving styles, the tandem of Joseph Manguiat and Princess dela Paz from the University of the Philippines generated an average of 30.74 km/li with the 1.3 liter City A/T — a remarkable result when you combine a very fuel efficient vehicle with good driving habits. “I was able to pick up a lot of learning from my Honda Challenge Cup experience. To save on fuel, one must simply be patient. Wise use of brakes, gradual and steady acceleration and safe gliding will earn you extra fuel mileage.” said Mr. Manguiat.

In its continuous celebration of over 10,000 City sales, Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. recently conducted a test drive activity among the media to relive the winning features of the City that the market has loved.

The third generation City has successfully changed the rules in its class, both in style and in performance, since it entered the local market in January 2009. Bearing modern design, superior performance and enjoyable comfort, the City presents class-leading features that are once reserved for higher models.

Featuring cutting-edge styling, streamlined grille harmonized with sharp headlights and a masculine contour that neatly blends with its over-all refined finish, the City is undeniably a work of art. With this, the itinerary for the test drive activity was specially designed to better appreciate art and the sophisticated styling behind the design of the City. In doing so, the road trip headed towards the art capital of the Philippines, Angono, Rizal, via Laguna loop.

The day started with a test of the powerful performance of the City’s i-VTEC engine along the South Luzon Expressway. With a maximum power output of 120 ps for the 1.5 liter variant and 100 ps for the 1.3 liter variant, the City tackled highway driving with ease. Apart from its ably spirited performance, the i-VTEC engine also delivers fuel efficient driving performance by switching valve timing depending on the driving conditions for better combustion. To further enhance fuel efficiency, the City also comes with 5-speed automatic transmission which helps reduce engine revolution and stress. Meanwhile, fun and easy tracking of one’s fuel consumption is also possible with the fuel economy meter displayed on the instrument panel.

First stop was a comforting lunch at Ugu Bigyan Potter’s Garden in Tiaong, Quezon. Ugu is the town’s celebrated ceramics artist. Part of his garden is a showroom for his pottery creations. He even demonstrated how he lithely crafts his ceramic pieces. His dinnerware sets and decorative pieces are also being used in some of the premier resorts in the country.

The group then headed to Rizal by passing different towns of Laguna. The City’s front McPherson Strut and rear H-shaped torsion beam with stabilizer suspension comfortably handled the winding, moderately uphill and downhill roads in Laguna. With lush green scenery along the way, this test drive activity was also a much-needed breather from the urban jungle.

As the sun began to set, the group finally set foot in Binangonan, Rizal and rested.

Day two proved the Honda City’s agility in handling busy streets as the group went for a city tour around the province of Rizal. The tour of Rizal showed how brilliant the locals were in the field of art. The tour started with a visit to the oldest art work in the Philippines- the Angono Petroglyphs. The Angono Petroglyphs, said to date back in 3000 BC, showed human figures, frogs and lizards engraved on the rock wall. Through the years, erosion may have caused some figures to be indiscernible. Next in the itinerary was a visit to YAB Design. YAB Design produces life-size figurines made of polyester resin. First glimpse to its manufacturing plant can be mistaken into entering a theme park as life-size tyrannosaurus dinosaur and dragon welcome your way. YAB Design export to top brands abroad. Lastly, the tour ended at the Blanco Family Museum. The museum housed the painting collection of national artist, Jose “Pitok” Blanco, his wife and seven children. Under the guidance of Mr. Blanco, the paintings showed the skill improvement of his children through the years.

Apart from remarkable sales, the third generation City also received positive reviews and accolades. In 2009, the City was hailed as the Subcompact of the Year during the Auto Focus People’s Choice Awards and Car of the Year Awards.

Picture busy cityscape on weekdays followed by soothing countryside scenery on weekends. Wouldn’t it be nice to have that one vehicle that can naturally handle both fast-paced modern living and that much-needed breather on the rural side? The refreshed 2010 CR-V does well in these opposing landscapes with ease. Having the right blend of refinement, ride and drive comfort, and generous cargo room, the CR-V lets you live a crossover lifestyle for all your life’s adventure.

Inner-city roads and tight spaces are the usual concern for SUVs. The CR-V is a practically-sized SUV that lets city dwellers get around congested roads effortlessly, thereby eliminating the hassle of hauling heavy, full-sized SUVs. With its compact body and adjusted suspension settings, the CR-V is remarkably nimble, easy to maneuver and has quicker steering response. But don’t let its compact size fool you. The CR-V prides itself with the biggest cabin and cargo room in its class, making it the ideal vehicle for families and for towing loads of cargo.

Using sedan-based platform, the CR-V has etched a reputation in excellent ride comfort. To complement such ride pleasure, Honda added seals and insulators to reduce noise, vibrations and harshness levels. Reduced road noise makes your trip even more relaxing.

Apart from high quality performance, the CR-V is a looker. The 2010 CR-V is uniquely designed for those who appreciate the finer things in life. It exudes urbane styling with its two step front grille with honeycomb design, refreshed bumpers and alloy wheel designs. Its revitalized front-end styling balances smoothly with the CR-V’s clean lines and premium finish.

All these and more make the CR-V a staple name in its category. That is why it has earned growing demand here in the local scene. For year 2010, cumulative CR-V sales (January – April) showed 15% increase as compared to the same period of the previous year.

The CR-V also leads in providing security and safety as it earned international honors for its advanced safety features. The 2010 CR-V received 5-star frontal and 5-star side-impact crash-test ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). NHTSA is a U.S. Government agency, part of the Department of Transportation, responsible for setting safety standards and verifying compliance by automobile manufacturers. Five-star rating, the highest rating possible, represents 10% or less chance of serious injury.

As a manufacturer of high quality vehicles fitted with modern technologies, Honda products have been known for its reliability and high resale value. The Kelley Blue Book, one of the most trusted sources in the U.S. for used car values, bestowed the 2010 CR-V with Best Resale Value Award in both Compact Utility Vehicle and Top 10 Categories.

Be it here or abroad, the CR-V is recognized as a true crossover SUV that delivers pleasurable ride comfort of a sedan and ample space of an SUV, sheathed in a stylishly sophisticated body. Over-all, the CR-V presents a reflection of the distinctively refined taste of its market.

Driver’s preparation

One must be physically healthy and mentally alert. Stamina, concentration and decisiveness are also required. Before rolling down the road on a long trip, check out the following list to see whether you are really up to the mark.

• Did you have a restful night prior to the trip – that is, at least six hours of sound sleep, and wake up without a trace of fatigue? Make sure you did not take any medication that might cause drowsiness later on. Strictly avoid taking tranquilizers.
• You should feel fresh, and not too hungry or too full. Persons suffering from epilepsy or intestinal disorders should resign themselves to passenger seats. Extremely shortsighted driver should also do likewise. Are you mentally alert? Let others drive if you are drunk or still struggling against hangover. Also, do not drive if you are in an angry or depressed mood, deeply worried about certain things, or perhaps want to reach your destination in a rush.
• Your attire must be sufficiently comfortable. Ladies should avoid wearing high-heels while driving. Shoes with good ventilation are recommended.
• Avoid clothes that are too tight. Pants are probably best for ladies.
• Take along sunglasses that are not too dark, just in case you have to drive through an extremely bright period of the day.

Prepare your car

Take a close look at the following items:

• Under the hood: Check the radiator coolant in the reserve tank, engine oil level, as well as the brake and clutch oil. Make sure that they are at the proper level.
• Outside: Check air pressure of all tires, including spare tire. Follow the tire information label on the driver’s doorrjam. Also check if all lights and horn are in order.
• Arrange the luggage, if any, in an orderly fashion. Those that are moveable while the car is in motion should be secured firmly in place.
• Too much weight could cause serious damage as a result, for instance:

  Damage to the car – the engine has to work harder, thus requiring more fuel and most probably will wear out sooner. The car’s suspension system will also yield sooner as well;

  Car handling – it will take longer distance and more time to bring the car to a complete stop. Its stability will also be adversely affected. If the loads are in the back, the car’s front will lift up and at night throw its headlight beams at cars passing in the opposite direction, which could be fatal. Besides, a car in this condition is difficult to control. It can only move slowly uphill, while its speed downhill can be dangerously too fast.

To feel more confident, we recommend that you take the car to Honda Cars Batangas and ask for a thorough long distance check-up. Have a very pleasant long distance trip.

The Honda Emergency Assistance Team (HEAT) in action

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), readies for the expected influx of motorists this Holy Week by providing on-site road assistance, service and support in different travel destinations through the Honda Emergency Assistance Team (H.E.A.T.) program.

Honda’s annual motorist assistance program called H.E.A.T. is composed of an emergency action team who provides road assistance to motorists encountering problems on their long distance travel in observance of the Holy Week.

“H.E.A.T. is intended for all customers, not just for Honda owners but for other car brands as well,” Mr. Danny Pedro, HCPI’s Senior Assistant Vice President for Parts and Services said. He added, “We, at Honda, want to be your partner for a worry-free and safe trip with H.E.A.T.”

On March 31, April 1, 3 and 4, private and public vehicle owners, Honda and non-Honda customers can receive exclusive services that H.E.A.T. offers from 8AM-5PM.

H.E.A.T. provides free Honda diagnostic system check-up, free 18-point check-up and discounts on selected parts and accessories.

There are twelve (12) HEAT sites for the motorists all over Luzon. These sites are in Baguio, Caltex Nasugbu and Sto. Tomas, Batangas, Bicol, Bulacan, Ilocos Sur, Nueva Vizcaya, Laguna, Subic, Honda Cars Cavite, Honda Cars Nueva Ecija and Honda Cars Tarlac. There would also be roving teams assigned to route around North and South Luzon and can be contacted through the following numbers: 0917-5886303, 0917-5886326 and 0917-5886327. HEAT is also made possible in cooperation with Denso, Emicor Inc., Kenwood, Globe, Bridgestone, SAVI, Panasonic and Dot & Pixels.

For a safe long distance travel this Lenten Season, it pays to take time in preparing the vehicle. Here are a few helpful reminders:

Under the hood: Check the radiator coolant in the reserve tank, engine oil level, as well as the brake and clutch oil. Make sure that they are at the proper level.

Outside: Check air pressure of all tires, including spare tire. Follow the tire information label on the driver’s doorrjam. Also check if all lights and horn are in order.

Arrange the luggage, if any, in an orderly fashion. Those that are moveable while the car is in motion should be secured firmly in place.

For a more confident drive, it is recommended that you take the car to your trusted service center and ask for a thorough long distance check-up.

Honda’s commitment extends far beyond providing excellent services and products to its customers. Since 1993, the Honda Emergency Assistance Team has been providing motorists with quality service during the Lenten Season.

The Honda Emergency Assistance Team (H.E.A.T.) H.E.A.T. is an emergency action team committed to promote Honda’s social responsibility in terms of providing road assistance to motorists who may encounter problems during their trip.

H.E.A.T. will be at 12 designated sites (around Northern and Southern Luzon areas) on specified Lenten Season period – March 31 to April 4 (except April 2, Good Friday).

BATANGAS (Site #1)
Caltex Gas Station
Palico, Nasugbu, Batangas
0917-588-6317