Ford gave birth to an incredible innovation of an SUV.

Ford Philippines launched today the all-new Ford Territory, a Ford-engineered and designed SUV which combines a sleek and stylish look, impressive performance, and smart and safe technologies that will offer a new driving experience to young professionals and starting families.

 

Developed by Ford Motor Company and its joint venture partner Jiangling Motors Corporation, the Ford Territory brings to life the Ford DNA in its design, engineering, and capability, following Ford’s highest global quality standards.

 

 “The Ford Territory will boost our growing SUV lineup as a new product born out of Ford’s long-standing heritage and expertise in the utility segment,” says PK Umashankar, president and managing director, Ford Philippines. “We are confident that the Ford Territory will offer a new driving experience to Filipino customers as a modern, spacious, and technologically-advanced SUV that delivers great value.”

 

Ford Philippines is offering the Ford Territory in Titanium+ and Trend variants, with a host of features and driver-assist technologies standard in both variants.

 

Ford DNA

Ford was deeply involved, through its Ford Design Studio in Melbourne, Australia, in the development of the Ford Territory’s contemporary appearance and look.  The Ford DNA is evident in the exterior and interior, following the same design principles of Ford SUVs.

 

The Ford Territory has also been rigorously tested in its ride, handling and NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) levels at Ford’s testing centers in Nanjing, China and at the Geelong Proving Grounds in Melbourne, Australia to ensure it meets Ford’s stringent engineering and quality standards. These tests also gave the Ford Territory a finely-tuned Ford suspension, which is set for exceptional ride comfort and refinement.

 

Meanwhile, the Ford Territory’s engine was closely designed with Ford engineers in Europe to further develop the EcoBoost concept, giving it great power and efficiency, along with lower maintenance requirements and costs.

 

Proven Performance

Powering the Ford Territory is a 1.5L EcoBoost engine mated to a CVT transmission with Sport mode that delivers 143PS and 225NM of torque, balancing power and fuel efficiency. With this powertrain, customers can enjoy lower service maintenance costs with a once-a-year scheduled service interval for a better ownership experience.

 

Functional Design, Inside Out

The Ford Territory boasts of an urban-ready design that easily stands out on the road. Standard across both variants are LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, LED tail lamps, auto on/off headlamps with follow me home feature, front and rear fog lamps, panoramic moonroof, rear spoiler, and roof rails.

 

Inside, the Ford Territory offers a premium and refined experience with perforated leather seat material, Smart Keyless Entry with Push Button Start, leather steering wheel with mounted controls, power door lock with central locking, speed-sensing door locks, rearview mirror with auto-dimming and high-mount USB port, a leather-covered center console with dual-lid opening, sunglass holder, 7 cup and bottle holders, and 12-volt power outlet that come standard in both variants.

Exclusive on the Titanium+ variant are 18” alloy wheels, gloss black with chrome inserts on the front grille, rain-sensing front windshield wipers, power-folding mirrors, puddle lamps, and chrome exterior door handles.

 

Its interior, on the other hand, features heated and cooled front seats, a 10-inch fully-digital display instrument cluster with 3 selectable themes (Normal, Sport, and Fashion), tilt and telescopic steering wheel adjustment, power windows with one-touch up/down function on all windows, as well as ambient lighting with seven (7) color options that complement every mood.

 

Smart and Safe Technologies

The Ford Territory is equipped with a selection of smart features that elevate the experience behind the wheel. The standard for both variants are the in-vehicle infotainment display powered by a 10-inch touchscreen with an adjustable quad view, Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto® compatibility, four (4) USB ports and multiple speakers (8 for the Titanium+ variant and 6 for the Trend variant). Wireless charging comes exclusively to the Titanium+ variant.

 

Ford’s newest SUV also offers maximum safety for both drivers and passengers with the Ford Co-Pilot360, a suite of driver-assist technologies available in the Titanium+ variant that include Active Park Assist with parallel-parking and the segment-first perpendicular parking, 360 Degree Around View Monitor, Adaptive Cruise Control with forwarding Collision Warning, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Information System and Lane Departure Warning.

 

Available driver-assist technologies standard in both variants are Electronic Stability Control including ABS, EBD and Traction Control, Hill Launch Assist, six (6) airbags, rear parking sensors (front and rear parking sensors available on the Titanium+ variant), and Tire Pressure Monitoring System with individual tire pressure display. Both variants are also equipped with High Mount Stop Lamp and Child Seat ISOFIX Anchorage Points.

 

Availability and Pricing

The Ford Territory comes in six colors, including Ruby Red, Diffused Silver, and Panther Black for both variants, Star White for the Trend variant, and Crystal Pearl White and Moonstone Blue for the Titanium+ variant.

It will be available in Ford dealerships nationwide beginning August 14, 2020, at an introductory retail price of PHP1,179,000* for the Trend variant and PHP1,299,000* for the Titanium+ variant. 

 

As a launch offer, all customers purchasing the Ford Territory from August 14 to September 15, 2020, will get a free 3-year scheduled service plan (SSP) for a worry-free ownership experience.

 

To know more about the all-new Ford Territory, visit www.ford.com.ph/suvs/territory or a Ford dealership nearest you.

Pepsi Taste Challenge invades Davao!

Pepsi Philippines’ #SundinAngPuso campaign aims to empower today’s Filipino youth to be unafraid to follow their heart in doing the things they love. With this in mind, the brand recently staged a Pepsi Taste Challenge, one of its most popular global campaigns previously held in different countries around the world. The Pepsi Taste Challenge celebrates Filipinos’ love for cola and dares them to challenge their preconceptions through a taste test in different cities around the country to find out whether people prefer the refreshing bold taste of Pepsi vs another cola brand.

   

 “Filipinos have enjoyed Pepsi cola for years now, and the global success we’ve had in various countries, as well as the overwhelming success we’ve had in Manila and Cebu, makes us confident Pepsi will be the choice of majority of the participants of the Pepsi Taste Challenge,” said Gutzee Segura, Marketing Manager of Pepsi Philippines.

The Pepsi Taste Challenge was launched in Manila and Cebu last month and had Davao as its third stop. At the Davao event, influencers such as Laureen Uy, Alyssa Valdez, and Mimiyuuuh participated in various fun activities such as Name That Song, where they had to guess the title of a song, Pepsi-oke where participants picked and performed a random song number, and an exciting game of Wheel of Passions where they spun a digital roulette which corresponded to one’s chosen passion point whether it’s singing, dancing, styling, or acting. Remarkable performances from our inspiring local artists including SB19, Jinho Bae, and Matthaios also entertained the audience.

    

#SundinAngPuso and try it for yourself, take the Pepsi Taste Test Challenge now. For more details and new updates, visit https://www.facebook.com/PepsiPhilippines/ and follow @PepsiPhilippines on Instagram.

Rellon signs into law ‘Festivals Code’ institutionalizing Tagum’s 16 festivals

Rellon signs into law ‘Festivals Code’ institutionalizing Tagum’s 16 festivals

By: Tagum City Information Office

Mayor Allan L. Rellon, the 8th City Council, and the members of the Tourism Committee pose for a photo opportunity during the signing of the Code of Festival last January 13, 2020 at the city hall atrium. Carlo Jay Abellana/CIO Tagum

Tagum City – Validating its claim as the City of Festivals, the local government of Tagum recently enacted the Code of Festivals of the City of Tagum, which further solidified the city’s resolve to maintain its status as the Best Tourism-oriented LGU in the Philippines.

Penned by Councilor Alderson Rellon, the enactment of the City Ordinance No. 911, series of 2019 paved the way for the institutionalization of the 16 festivals which are annually celebrated in the City of Palms. 

Mayor Allan L. Rellon signs the City Ordinance No. 911, s-2019 or the Code of Festival of the City of Tagum, institutionalizing the 16 festivals of the city that would cement the city’s moniker as the City of Festivals. Carlo Jay Abellana/CIO Tagum

Mayor Allan L. Rellon signed the Code of Festivals which was witnessed by a throng of LGU employees and those who were at the atrium for the renewal of their business registration. 

The series of festivals has already begun as Tagumenyos welcomed the new year with the celebration of the Taxpayers’ Festival. On its first year of implementation, the month-long activity seeks to keep the taxpayers of Tagum entertained by various gimmicks such as raffle draws, free snacks, music, and trade fair, among others, as they wait in line to be served in the process of renewing their business. 

Among the festivals to be celebrated for the first time this year are the Love Festival which will coincide with the nationally celebrated Civil Registration Month in February, and the Handurawan Festival which is aimed at celebrating and recognizing the city’s senior citizens. 

The rest of the first quarter will have music and entertainment once again taking center stage during the Tagumpay and Musikahan Festivals , while the second quarter of the year will focus on social services, human development  and celebration of culture and heritage with Hugpong Serbisyo Para sa Tagumpay in April, Youth Festival in May, and Pakaradyan Festival in June.

Focusing on the marginalized and public sectors, the third quarter will see the LGU giving importance on the LGBTQ+ members, farmers and government employees through the Pride Festival on July, the UGMAD Festival in August and the Lingkod Bayani Festivals in September.

Kaimunan and Scouting Festivals in October, Children’s Festival in November, and Pasasalamat and Tagumenyo Bisa’g Asa Festivals in December, on the other hand, are the festivities waiting for Tagumenyos and visitors on the last quarter of the year.

With the institutionalization of these events, Mayor Rellon, together with the rest of the 8^th city council, has high hopes for an increased tourism traffic in the city which will provide a better quality of life to the citizens as Tagum ultimately aims to be the City of People. Ziyarah Manalo/CIO Tagum

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