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Showing posts with label Feature. Show all posts

April 15, 2024

Honda City: A Sedan For Both Heart And Mind


Buying a brand-new car is a decision made by both heart and mind. Not only should you go for a car that tugs on your heart by being a head-turner and easy-to-drive, but it should also satisfy your practical side by being easy-on-the-pocket when it comes to overall ownership.

April 14, 2024

Honda HR-V: The Sub-Compact SUV Made Safer


Sub-compact SUVs are a dime a dozen nowadays. In fact, apart from those that we already know, there are even more that are entering the category as we speak. Ultimately, this undeniable influx begs the question – is there even a difference anymore between all the brands that are currently on the table? The answer is simple. The difference lie in a dedication to consistently delivering the best product, with an undeniable commitment to innovation that goes with it.

April 11, 2024

Q&A With Tadashi Nishikawa, Nissan Formula E's Chief Powertrain Engineer


Since coming to Europe from the Nissan R&D department in Japan three years ago, Tadashi Nishikawa has become a vital member of the team, overseeing the development of the Nissan Formula E powertrain, which has already scored a pole, a victory, and three podiums in five races during Season 10, including a second-place finish at the inaugural Tokyo E-Prix.

April 3, 2024

See Futuristic Style, Cutting-Edge Tech At GAC Motor's MIAS Pavilion


Astara-led GAC Motor Philippines shows off its line-up, headlined by the Emkoo Hybrid SUV at the 2024 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) this April 4 to 7, 2024. With pavilions at both the World Trade Center and SMX Convention Center Mall of Asia, GAC Motor Philippines flexes its top-tier design and modern technology to Filipino car enthusiasts.

March 29, 2024

How Nissan's Participation In Formula E Is Helping Them Make Better Cars (And Vice-Versa)


When Nissan announced its commitment to race in Formula E until 2030, some thought: why participate in a series that’s considered niche? With Super GT being the only other racing series where Nissan participates as a works team, why not go for broke and go into something like Formula 1, World Rally Championship, or World Endurance Championship? The answer is a simple one, according to two Nissan executives.

March 26, 2024

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N: The High-Performance EV For Petrol Heads By Petrol Heads


Electric and high-performance are two automotive concepts that lie at the opposites of a car enthusiast’s mind. Each one carries characteristics that don’t seem to jive with one another. Electric vehicles are seen as heavy, soulless, lumbering commuters, while high-performance cars are all about lightweight, visceral, communicative weekend joy machines. It’s this seemingly unattainable balance that Hyundai decided to work with in the development of the Ioniq 5 N—its high-performance EV.

March 24, 2024

A Tale of Passion: The Story Of Hyundai N


Joonwoo Park is first and foremost a car enthusiast. Growing up with an intense passion for everything four wheels, he found it his mission to bring the same level of high-performance vehicles to Hyundai. Carrying immense pride in both his country and his work, he didn’t want to settle on making the same cookie-cutter, dull-as-appliances cars that the Korean industry has been churning out in the past. At Hyundai’s Namyang R&D Center, Joonwoo selected a team of engineers who began to turn their dreams for a new kind of performance car. This was in 2012 and the start of Hyundai N.

February 29, 2024

3 Features That Make A Subaru At Home On The Trails


As far as crossovers and SUVs go, Subarus are just built different. Embracing a more rugged, more adventurous customer set, these vehicles are designed and engineered not just to thrive in the city, but surprisingly, on adventure trails as well.

February 26, 2024

Driven To Challenge: Meet The 2024 Changan X7 Plus 7-Seater SUV


As one of the Top 4 automotive brands in China, Changan Auto is one of the pioneers in the Chinese domestic auto industry. Its dedication to research and product development makes Changan one of the most formidable automotive brands to set foot on the global stage, highlighted by its in-car Smart Mobility technology and the introduction of Electric Vehicles (EV).

February 6, 2024

Let's Geek Out On Mazda's Asymmetric Limited Slip Differential


The updated fourth-generation Mazda MX-5, due sometime this year, features two new technologies both honed from the track: DSC-Track and Asymmetric Limited Slip Differential. We’ve tackled in length what DSC-Track does, so now we take a closer look at what Asymmetrical LSD does.

February 4, 2024

PGA Cars World Of Supercars: Celebrating Automotive Passion And Driving Thrills


The exclusive PGA Cars World of Supercars gathered some of the Philippines’ best Porsche, Audi, Lamborghini and Bentley models at the Clark International Speedway for a three-day festival of automotive passion and driving thrills. Held last February 2 to 4, the event drew nearly 300 driving participants to the racetrack, where they were professionally coached by race drivers and Porsche-certified instructors from the Porsche Experience Center.

January 2, 2024

Breaking Through: 2024 Lexus LBX First Look


Lexus enjoys one of the most loyal customer bases in the premium segment, and for the most part, the Japanese luxury carmaker is happy with that. However, as the brand is set for growth, they must change their attitude to win new segments, and in particular, a segment they haven’t played in until now.

December 29, 2023

Top 5 Picks For 2023


After driving 49 different vehicles this 2023, from A-segment mini hatchbacks to full electric luxury SUVs, it’s time for our Top 5 Picks of 2023.

December 10, 2023

GAC Motor PH's #MyEmkooDrive Showcases The Versatility, Comfort Of The Compact SUV


GAC Motor Philippines’ next leg of the #MyEmkooDrive brought the compact SUV to a quick jaunt from Metro Manila to Batangas for some coffee appreciation.

December 5, 2023

Let Toyota Remind You That Its Hybrid Line-Up's Fuel Efficiency Is Hard To Beat


In the past, Toyota Motor Philippines has never been the one to tout or embrace fuel efficiency figures. However, as they face some new competition in the hybrid space, they would like to remind everyone that when it comes to fuel economy, their Toyota Hybrid System or THS is hard to beat.

December 4, 2023

Toyota's T-Sure Program Certifies Quality Pre-Owned Cars At The Best Price And Service


Pre-owned vehicles come with history — a story of where it has been and what it has been through. Oftentimes, new owners are not privy to the details and, depending on the source of the vehicle, not all the details are disclosed. If you’re on the market for a pre-owned, it is important to choose the right partner that can provide a comprehensive assessment of the product that you are after and whether it offers the best value for your money. After all, just because you are on a budget doesn’t mean that you should settle for substandard quality.

November 20, 2023

Changan CS35 Plus And CS55 Plus: Raising The Compact SUV Bar


Being one step ahead of the game is what gives a brand the leverage to succeed. Changan Auto goes further, mastering the basics and setting the foundations, then breaking that glass ceiling to not only meet the needs of its customers, but also to exceed what is expected. With a legacy spanning more than 160 years and a formidable portfolio under its belt, Changan Auto has proven time and again that it is a brand committed to delivering the most diverse, reliable, and highly advanced products. Changan Auto is constantly evolving, diversifying with continuous research and development, to meet the needs of an ever-changing market.

November 15, 2023

How Is The 2024 Honda CR-V's Third Row Seating?


The Honda CR-V is essentially doing double duty for Honda. Aside from having to compete against other five-seater compact SUVs, with no mid-sized SUV or pickup-based passenger vehicle (PPV) in their line-up, Honda has opted to offer it with three rows of seats on two of the three available trims.

October 31, 2023

Love Cars And Coffee? The Honda Welcome Aoyama Might Be Worth The Visit


Honda fans’ main attraction will always be the Collection Hall in Twin Ring Motegi. However, because getting to Tochigi requires real planning, the Honda Welcome Plaza Aoyama is a great alternative, especially if you find yourself with a couple of hours to spare around Tokyo.

October 15, 2023

Must Love Dogs: Driving To Pawssion Project In Bulacan


Humans can be despicable at times. Just when you thought their cruelty would extend only to spreading hate and vitriol to fellow man, you hear of stories of animal cruelty from Pawssion Project’s founder Malou Perez. It’s difficult, even for the most hardened person, not to get winded up after hearing how dogs (and cats) were abandoned by their family just because they were just “too much trouble” or that they “weren’t fun anymore.”