MAKATI, Philippines — Tamiya has just produced Dyipne, a Mini 4-wheel drive (4WD) version of the iconic Philippine jeepney. It seems like we're getting The Dyipne Mini 4WD and the country will be hosting the Tamiya Mini 4WD Asia Challenge later this monthhttps://t.co/NUZse7zx2B@cvhaoson #tamiyadyipne #dyipne #brickyarddyipne #brickyardmediaday2019 pic.twitter.com/Oja4Wfq78J — DAGeeks (@DAGeeksDotCom) June 3, 2019Dyipne was produced to commemorate the 2019 Tamiya Mini 4WD Asia Challenge held in Manila. According to Mr. Tamiya, the Dyipne was produced in an effort to showcase Filipino culture to a global audience. In an interview, Filipino Tamiya pioneer Ferdie Kahn said that the Dyipne can help expose Filipinos to the 4WD hobby scene. To increase the 4WD popularity, Kahn foresees an increase in racing events.

Source: Philippine Star June 23, 2019 08:58 UTC