Kap Maceda Aguila

Kap Maceda Aguila

Kap Maceda Aguila has been a writer for nationally circulated publications since 1992 after earning a communication degree, majoring in journalism, from the University of the Philippines-Diliman. Over the course of his career, Kap has covered various beats from lifestyle, business, technology, entertainment, and motoring.  He was a segment host, writer, and producer of The Philippine Star’s Wheels which first aired in 2015, and was appointed head writer in 2018. In 2019, The Star opened motoring and transportation website Wheels.ph and made Kap its first online editor – a position he held before leaving to become motoring editor of Business World in February of 2020. Today, he continues to pen articles for The Star and other publications, and co-hosts a radio show, Gear Box on Radyo Pilipinas 1 738 AM. Kap is also editor in chief of Zigwheels Philippines and Carmudi Philippines.

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Recent Posts By Kap Maceda Aguila - Last updated Jul 13, 2022

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Mitsubishi rains down vehicle promos in July
Mitsubishi rains down vehicle promos in July
MANILA: Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) announces rainy-season deals on select models and variants of its lineup. All-in down payment...
Kap Maceda Aguila Jul 13, 2022
All-new Toyota Avanza to be unveiled today
All-new Toyota Avanza to be unveiled today
MANILA: Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is unveiling the all-new iteration of its popular compact multi-purpose vehicle today, March 7. The...
Kap Maceda Aguila Mar 07, 2022
Honda Cars PH to release 3 new models this year
Honda Cars PH to release 3 new models this year
MANILA: Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) looks forward to a continued period of recovery in 2022 for the economy in...
Kap Maceda Aguila Mar 03, 2022
Dec. caps four-month growth run for CAMPI, TMA
Dec. caps four-month growth run for CAMPI, TMA
MANILA: The most recent joint report of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers...
Kap Maceda Aguila Jan 12, 2022
Shell, Hyundai promo winner awarded brand-new Kona SUV
Shell, Hyundai promo winner awarded brand-new Kona SUV
MANILA: Oscar Dave Natividad was named the grand-prize winner of the recent "Shell Sulong North Luzon" promo.  Shell Philippines and...
Kap Maceda Aguila Dec 27, 2021
Here are the operational Shell stations in the VisMin region
Here are the operational Shell stations in the VisMin region
MANILA: Following the devastation wrought by Typhoon Odette, Pilipinas Shell released yesterday a list of operational stations (as of 10:30...
Kap Maceda Aguila Dec 18, 2021
Nov. is best-selling month for CAMPI, TMA in 2021
Nov. is best-selling month for CAMPI, TMA in 2021
MANILA: Automotive sales appear to be steadily recovering in concert with the country’s improving COVID-19 numbers in the latest joint...
Kap Maceda Aguila Dec 14, 2021
Toyota Gazoo Racing Vios Cup finale set for tomorrow
Toyota Gazoo Racing Vios Cup finale set for tomorrow
MANILA: The final round of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Vios Cup happens tomorrow, November 6, at the Clark International Speedway....
Kap Maceda Aguila Nov 05, 2021
Do you Gazoo? Tomorrow, the Toyota Hilux and Fortuner will
Do you Gazoo? Tomorrow, the Toyota Hilux and Fortuner will
MANILA: By this time, they're among the worst kept secrets, but who cares? Two of the most popular nameplates of...
Kap Maceda Aguila Oct 22, 2021
CAMPI, TMA: Auto sales grow by 35.6% in Sept., breach 20K units
CAMPI, TMA: Auto sales grow by 35.6% in Sept., breach 20K units
MANILA: The recent consolidated report of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association...
Kap Maceda Aguila Oct 11, 2021
The Mistubishi Strada: Picking up on safe and smart values
The Mistubishi Strada: Picking up on safe and smart values
The pickup truck has evolved through the decades from a purely utilitarian, spartan workhorse into a refined daily driver with...
Kap Maceda Aguila Oct 12, 2021
What makes the Mitsubishi L300 an enduring classic?
What makes the Mitsubishi L300 an enduring classic?
Perhaps the word “iconic” is thrown around a little too often (and loosely) these days. But surely, the venerable Mitsubishi...
Kap Maceda Aguila Aug 17, 2021
What makes the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 an ideal first sedan?
What makes the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 an ideal first sedan?
A first anything is an achievement; an unforgettable milestone that usually heralds an exciting new chapter in life. That certainly...
Kap Maceda Aguila Jul 07, 2021
Picking up on safety: How important is ADAS on the Isuzu D-MAX?
Picking up on safety: How important is ADAS on the Isuzu D-MAX?
When the All-New Isuzu D-MAX was launched last March, its slew of upgrades and features truly revealed it to be...
Kap Maceda Aguila Jun 30, 2021
What makes the Suzuki Ertiga a popular MPV?
What makes the Suzuki Ertiga a popular MPV?
The pandemic has truly called for a reexamination of daily life — both personal or professional aspects of it —...
Kap Maceda Aguila May 31, 2021
The essential pickup: 5 key features of the Mitsubishi Strada Athlete
The essential pickup: 5 key features of the Mitsubishi Strada Athlete
MANILA: Gone are the days when pickups were pure workhorses bereft of creature comforts, along with the polish and elegance...
Kap Maceda Aguila Apr 21, 2021
Sedan or hatchback? The Mitsubishi Mirage wins either way
Sedan or hatchback? The Mitsubishi Mirage wins either way
It’s a buyer’s market out there, what with the glut of automotive brands from Europe, America, and Asia continuing their...
Kap Maceda Aguila Mar 15, 2021
5 things we like the most in the Mitsubishi Montero Sport
5 things we like the most in the Mitsubishi Montero Sport
The Mitsubishi Montero Sport has undoubtedly been a common sight on local roads for some time as it has earned...
Kap Maceda Aguila Mar 10, 2021
Are you ready for your SUV upgrade?
Are you ready for your SUV upgrade?
Personal or private mobility has been put on an even bigger spotlight with the advent of the pandemic last year....
Kap Maceda Aguila Mar 09, 2021
The Suzuki Dzire and its surprising tech
The Suzuki Dzire and its surprising tech
Subcompact vehicles are usually the most attractive in terms of affordability, but may scrimp on the important stuff such as...
Kap Maceda Aguila Feb 24, 2021
Hybrid poster child: Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8 V HV
Hybrid poster child: Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8 V HV
Did you even know that the Prius has marked more than a decade since its launch in the Philippines? In...
Kap Maceda Aguila Mar 16, 2020

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