FOTON China now in the Philippines.

Hey do you guys know Foton exists in the Philippines? I haven't seen them start their campaign yet though, kaya siguro konti lang nakakaalam.


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China's top truck maker now in RP
Inquirer

MANILA, Philippines-The number one manufacturer of trucks and pickups in China is now in the Philippines.

Beiqi Foton Ltd., or Foton for short, recently inaugurated its showroom in Quezon City and now offers its best-selling trucks and pickups at very affordable prices.


Rommel Sytin, president of United Asia Automotive Group Inc., Foton's partner and official distributor in the Philippines, said Filipino truck buyers can now visit their showroom at A. Bonifacio Avenue and see for themselves the ultra-reliable Foton vehicles that boast of high-end looks and features yet easy-on-the pocket sticker prices and maintenance costs.
"After months of negotiations, Foton is finally in the Philippines through its partner, UAAGI. It is an honor to bring such quality vehicles that fit the requirements of our small and medium enterprises," Sytin said.



Leading truck maker
The Beijing-based Foton is the leading manufacturer of light trucks and utility pickups in China. Established only a decade ago, this fast-growing company now exports to more than 30 countries, including the United States and Japan.


For the excellent quality of its vehicles, Foton has been eyed as a worthy investment partner by German-American company DaimlerChrysler AG. It is currently working with American company Cummins on its environment-friendly diesel engines.


In its entry to the Philippines, Foton has brought in a lineup of workhorses, starting with its compact pickup called the Blizzard, known in China as SUP. Modern in looks and performance, this pickup is now available for a mere P588,000, or about 30 percent cheaper than other brands.



Other vehicles
Other vehicles now available at Foton's showroom are the following:
o Tornado is a four-wheel, 2-ton truck that is available as a drop-side or with an MPV (multipurpose vehicle) body that can comfortably seat 23 people. It is perfect as a business hauler or a school service. As a business hauler, it can do the work of a 6-wheeler while running only on four wheels, thereby exempting it from the truck ban.


A Tornado cab-and-chassis unit only costs P599,000 while a complete MPV unit with dual aircon only costs P789,000 or cab and chassis for only P599,000.


o Cyclone is a 6-wheeler that fits every businessman's budget. At only P485,000 for the cab and chassis, business owners can now have their brand-new truck and save on maintenance costs and lost opportunities brought about by untimely breakdowns.


o Hurricane is a megatruck that can rival Optimus Prime and can be used to haul anything, as in anything. Despite its gigantic size, it remains within the reach of medium-size businesses. A cab-and-chassis unit retails for P1,400,000.


Sytin noted that all Foton vehicles enjoy a standard factory warranty on both parts and service. He is inviting entrepreneurs in the provinces to be sales agents and serve as virtual provincial dealers. "They don't need millions to become dealers of Foton. The returns are high and the products are very easy to sell," he said.


For more information, visit United Asia Automotive Group at 707 A. Bonifacio Ave., Quezon City or call (02) 363-9367 or (02) 364-7320

The MVPMAP PhUV uses Foton components.

I saw a Foton truck parked outside the MMS at the World Trade Center a few months ago. Looked cheap-ish, but the price on the brochure was jaw-droppingly low... :grin:

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Originally Posted by niky

The MVPMAP PhUV uses Foton components.

I saw a Foton truck parked outside the MMS at the World Trade Center a few months ago. Looked cheap-ish, but the price on the brochure was jaw-droppingly low... :grin:

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the chassis for the PhUv is from foton right?

Chassis, drivetrain, dashboard. ;)

Cheap, compared to the Japanese, but still expensive. Pero consider, the expected sales price is around 350-450k with Chinese components... if you buy the drivetrain from Isuzu, a package including the motor, front and rear solid axles, the engine and drum brakes (!!!) like those found on the PhUV costs 450k... (that's with a 30k discount already) and that doesn't include the instrument panel, steering wheel (steering assembly lang) or frame rails. A PhUV made with the Isuzu package would cost about 700k or more.

The FOTON pickups look like knock-off Isuzu trucks from about two generations ago. :)

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Originally Posted by OTEP

The FOTON pickups look like knock-off Isuzu trucks from about two generations ago. :)

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Based sa Fuego platform ang Blizzard pickup na Foton(parang Gonow/Nexus pickup trucks)...

Alam ko yung trucks nila ay based rin sa Isuzu technology..

mukha syang mini DMAX

I attended World Food Expo in World Trade CEnter few weeks ago. THen i noticed this new Foton truck all doors and compartment opened. THen i thought that this is something fishy w/ that. They are disguised and park in the front/driveway as if they will be pulling out their items in the expo because it is last day. Until, lady approached me and silently gave me brochure and pricelist and i was very surprised with the LOW PRICE. I think they are not allowed to distribute their flyers...

I asked what type/model of engine they have and told me 4JB1 (ata or something similar). I said "Isuzu yun diba? Sir Isuzu clone"...

[SIZE=4]i used blizzard now from foton..how do i rate it??..EXCELLENT!!!!:bowako::bowako::bowako:[/SIZE]

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Originally Posted by FoxyGale

[SIZE=4]i used blizzard now from foton..how do i rate it??..EXCELLENT!!!!:bowako::bowako::bowako:[/SIZE]

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miss foxy gale, welcome to tsikot.com. if you think it's excellent, please give us a full report, on handling, power, interior/exterior, pricing, etc. etc. mejo generalized po ang statement nyo, baka sabihin pakawala kayo ng foton importer.

mas maganda siguro kung may kasamang pics.. :rolleyes:



OT. dami ko din nakita new buses ng five-star galing china yata yun..

I have a foton cyclone truck. And all I can say is sobrang sisi ako sa pagbili ko nito. Poor quality, poor after sales service and deceptive sales tactics. Wala pang one month twice ko na pinagawa. Na tow pa yung truck once dahil ang taas nung temp meter nila, kala tuloy nung driver ko magooverheat kaya nung itinabi muna para lagyan ng tubig na tow sila. Mahina pa ang hatak pagincline yung road. Hirap na siya papuntang antipolo (half full yung truck) while yung ibang surplus truck ko kahit puno truck hindi nahihirapan. This truck (2months old) has already given me more problems than my other surplus trucks. Kaya for me better buy parin ang japan surplus truck, doesn't matter if mura ang foton it's not worth the trouble.

I've seen this trucks here also. Di ba yan yung me logo na FOTON sa harap? Tawag nga namin dyan is fotoner. hehehe

my office just bought a Foton Tornado truck a couple of months ago, at 2,350 km milleage, nag pumping oil na yung engine, we brought it back to foton, they opened the engine and they saw that the Connecting Rod of the #3 cylinder was bent, they said water entered the engine, which was quite impossible since when our area flooded we did not use the vehicle anymore, they didn't want to fix the unit under warranty stating it was negligence which caused the vehicle to be damaged! the service manager (which was from other jap brand dealership) told us to ask for Good Will Warranty from the warranty officer, which he said other brands extend to their customers...the A**hole warranty manager just said they don't give Good Will Warranties!! when we went there the mechanics told us secretly that the metal used in the Foton engines were quite poor and easily bends or breaks!

We're now with a piece of Brand New Crap that doesn't work and we're paying for the amortization for nothing!

Foton is cheap....and expect the same thing for their quality and aftermarket service...no amount of difference in price from the Leading brands (Isuzu, Mitsubishi) is worth the frustration and trouble it will give poor buyers.

Anyone who ones an a Foton MPV? What can you say about the ride?

dude, you'll be wasting your money with this chinese junk. Even my 100% chinese friends loathe at the idea of buying a chinese car because they know how dog of a vehicle one is. hehe.

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Originally Posted by Bravo32

Anyone who ones an a Foton MPV? What can you say about the ride?

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Ok Ride. Responsive.. Lakas ng Torque. If you want to inquire or avail, let me know. May kilala tayo sa Foton Bonifacio & EDSA Munoz. My contact details 09228330867

eto yung pics for rear a/c intallation..ala pa yung cover..syempre gawa ko yan...likod ay fabricated from evaporator ,housing at cover..install 2 new aux fan for the additional condenser..additional wiring at lines and tubing..http://www.facebook.com/pages/gorion...38332889550750

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Originally Posted by i_am_weasel

my office just bought a Foton Tornado truck a couple of months ago, at 2,350 km milleage, nag pumping oil na yung engine, we brought it back to foton, they opened the engine and they saw that the Connecting Rod of the #3 cylinder was bent, they said water entered the engine, which was quite impossible since when our area flooded we did not use the vehicle anymore, they didn't want to fix the unit under warranty stating it was negligence which caused the vehicle to be damaged! the service manager (which was from other jap brand dealership) told us to ask for Good Will Warranty from the warranty officer, which he said other brands extend to their customers...the A**hole warranty manager just said they don't give Good Will Warranties!! when we went there the mechanics told us secretly that the metal used in the Foton engines were quite poor and easily bends or breaks!

We're now with a piece of Brand New Crap that doesn't work and we're paying for the amortization for nothing!

Foton is cheap....and expect the same thing for their quality and aftermarket service...no amount of difference in price from the Leading brands (Isuzu, Mitsubishi) is worth the frustration and trouble it will give poor buyers.

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CHINESE JUNK. DO NOT BUY!!!:twak2: