Motorcycles
PCXceptional Ride Rolls On
Honda Philippines gathered media and moto vloggers on August 29, 2025 for the PCXceptional Ride, a real-world loop from the Honda Safety Driving Center in Parañaque to Café Cecilia in Tanay. The route mixed city traffic, climbs, and countryside roads to highlight where the all-new PCX160 works best out on the open road.
Riders sampled both Standard and RoadSync variants. On the twisty stretches, the 157 cc liquid-cooled ESP+ engine delivered smooth pull with rated outputs of 11.8 kW at 8,500 rpm and 14.7 Nm at 6,500 rpm. Fuel economy of 46 km/L kept stops few, while the spacious foot area helped comfort over a long morning ride.
Control features stood out in changing weather. The RoadSync type’s ABS boosted stability under hard braking, and Honda Selectable Torque Control helped manage traction during quick bursts. Its twin rear shocks with subtanks provided calm damping over rough patches. The Standard type countered with a dependable Combi Brake System on front and rear discs.
Styling details drew attention in traffic. New all-LED lighting sharpened the look, and colorways earned nods from passing riders. The RoadSync type comes in Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic and Pearl Fadeless White. The Standard offers Vortex Red Metallic, Pearl Fadeless White, and Matte Bullet Silver.
Day-to-day usability was a major talking point. The Honda Smart Key with immobilizer simplified start-ups and added peace of mind at stopovers. A USB Type-C port kept phones charged, and a 30-liter luggage box swallowed jackets and small bags without fuss.
The RoadSync type layered in connected tech. With a paired smartphone, riders used turn-by-turn navigation, music, calls, and messages through the multi-function left switch and voice HMI. A 5-inch TFT display improved visibility in bright sun and at dusk. The passing light switch helped with safe overtakes.
The ride ended at Café Cecilia with snacks and rider debriefs. Honda Philippines said the event underlined its goal to deliver stylish, practical, and tech-forward scooters for Filipino riders. The PCX160 Standard is priced at Php 133,400, while the RoadSync type lists at Php 154,900, available nationwide.
“We are fully committed to bringing the joy of mobility and beyond to every Filipino, and continuing to elevate your riding experience with the all-new PCX160 where elegance meets truly exceptional performance,” said Apple Magaling, Motorcycle Planning Department Manager at Honda Philippines.
Marc Marquez tightened his grip on the MotoGP world championship after a commanding ride in Hungary, where he claimed his seventh consecutive Sprint victory at Balaton Park.
The Spaniard, already on a six-race winning streak in Sunday grand prix events, made light work of the short-format contest. Starting from pole on his factory Ducati, Marquez broke clear early and crossed the line nearly three seconds ahead of the chasing pack.
VR46 Ducati’s Fabio Di Giannantonio settled for second place, while his teammate Franco Morbidelli completed the podium. Marquez now sits 152 points clear at the top of the standings, with younger brother Alex Marquez trailing in second after finishing eighth.
Italian rider Francesco Bagnaia endured another frustrating weekend, finishing only 13th and leaving Hungary without points. The two-time world champion had earlier struggled in qualifying, managing just the 15th-fastest time.
The race itself saw chaos unfold at the first corner. Yamaha’s Fabio Quartararo attempted a late-braking move on Marquez but collided with KTM rider Enea Bastianini. Quartararo went down immediately, while Bastianini managed to stay upright but later ran into Johann Zarco’s Honda, forcing both out of the race.
Stewards handed out swift penalties. Quartararo was given a long lap penalty for “causing a dangerous situation and contact.” Bastianini, who had been able to continue, received two long lap penalties, doubled because of a previous offense, for “irresponsible riding causing a crash.”
Despite the drama, Marquez remained untouchable. “I felt someone really close on the first corner, but from there I quickly found a fast rhythm,” he said. “I’m very happy with this victory.”
With both consistency and momentum on his side, Marquez heads into Sunday’s main event as the heavy favorite, as his title lead continues to grow.
Foodpanda Logistics has rolled out a year‑long “Ka‑panda Gasolinahan” deal with Caltex that gives partner riders a 10‑peso cut per liter at participating stations nationwide. The program is live in multiple cities and will expand to more locations soon to help riders cope with rising fuel costs and keep more of their earnings.
Rider Experience Lead Ron Sanders said the initiative began before the latest wave of price hikes and is part of broader efforts to support partner riders’ livelihoods. He added that foodpanda Logistics shoulders seven pesos of the 10‑peso discount per liter to further ease expenses.
The discount has launched across Albay, Bacolod, Batangas City, Benguet, Bulacan, Butuan, Cabanatuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calamba, Camarines Sur, Cebu, Davao, Dumaguete, General Santos, Iligan, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lipa, Ormoc, Palawan, Pampanga, Roxas City, San Fernando, Surigao, Tacloban, Tarlac, and Zamboanga. Cavite and Metro Manila are set to follow in the coming months.
To claim the discount, riders must secure a Caltex SavePlus card, link it to a Caltex Rewards account via the provided registration link, then present their Rider ID and card number when fueling. The discount can be applied to up to three liters per transaction.
Sanders said the registration process mirrors the platform’s streamlined onboarding to keep things simple. He noted that Foodpanda Logistics has offered similar fuel and partner perks as other brands since the pandemic era, when the rider sector experienced rapid growth.
Spielberg, Austria — Marc Marquez finally conquered the Red Bull Ring, storming to victory at the Austrian MotoGP on Sunday to extend his championship dominance.
The Spaniard, riding his Ducati, started fourth but timed his charge to perfection. He overtook pole-sitter Marco Bezzecchi on lap 20 and pulled clear to secure his first win at the circuit, marking his ninth victory of the season and sixth consecutive race win.
Rookie Fermin Aldeguer briefly threatened to spoil the script in the closing laps but ultimately settled for second — the best result of his young career. Bezzecchi held on for third place.
“It feels amazing to finally win here in Austria. The Ducati worked perfectly, and patience really paid off,” Marquez said after the race.
The triumph capped off a historic weekend. Marquez also bagged his 12th sprint win of the year on Saturday, and his Austrian success coincided with MotoGP’s 1000th race. At 32, he now sits 142 points clear of his brother Alex Marquez in the championship standings after 13 of 22 rounds, inching closer to a seventh world title — his first since 2019.
The race itself demanded composure. Marquez made a sharp start, clearing both Alex Marquez and teammate Francesco Bagnaia in the early laps before shadowing Bezzecchi in a cat-and-mouse duel. His decisive move came just eight laps from the finish. Aldeguer surged forward late but could not sustain the pace.
Alex Marquez, hindered by a long-lap penalty for a previous collision with Honda’s Joan Mir, slipped down the order and finished 10th. Defending champion Jorge Martin’s season went from bad to worse, crashing out on lap 15 after a string of injury-hit absences.
MotoGP heads next to Hungary, where Marc Marquez will look to continue his march toward another crown.
