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Judging from the smooth lines and elevated build quality of the 2010 Kia Sorento, this Korean manufacturer is sending a clear message to the automotive industry of its intent of becoming a global player. Unlike the previous variant whose exterior lines remind you of a shoebox on wheels, this current iteration is more pleasing to the eye and appeals to a wider spectrum of the global market.
With the old design relegated to the paper shredder, engineers at Kia went the unconventional route and ... [
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Author: Dino Ray V. Directo III
Publisher: CarCamp
In my line of my work as a scribe covering the motoring beat, I have come across vehicles which either created a positive impression left bad memories. There are times, however, that a car so unique and well-engineered comes along that driving it is sheer pleasure and its presence simply takes your breath away.
One such car is the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X. Based on the Lancer compact sedan, the Evolution variant does not exactly share similar qualities from the garden variety Lancer. ... [
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Author: Dino Ray V. Directo III
Publisher: CarCamp
Car Facts
Having wear-and-tear problems with your car? Get the DOs and DON'Ts on keeping your vehicle in shape.
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The damaging effect of climate change is being felt around the globe. From the unpredictable weather changes, vanishing ice caps, shrinking land masses, and rising flood waters, every known industry of the human race are adopting measures to counter the effects of this crippling reality. As one of the key players being blamed for Mother Nature’s plight, the automotive industry has increased its level of concern and involvement in preserving the environment.
Electric vehicle technology ... [
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Author: Dino Ray V. Directo III
Publisher: CarCamp
Among Detroit’s big three (GM, Chrysler and Ford), Ford Motor Company is the only beleaguered American automotive firm which has thus far managed to keep its head above water.
While Ford’s counterparts have thrown in the towel and have been hoarding cash from the U.S. government’s financial bail-out scheme, the Blue Oval brand is showing signs of recovery. Although it has been losing money to the tune of $14.7 billion last year and an estimated $1.4 billion during the first ... [
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Author: Dino Ray V. Directo III
Publisher: CarCamp
Motoring Tips
Planning that long-weekend trip? Best to be prepared. Here's an easy step-by-step guide to make your road trip worry- and hassle-free.
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1. Learn traffic laws and regulations and follow them. Most drivers don't really have a good grasp of our road rules and signs, nor do they follow them. Most of us view formal driving education as an unnecessary exercise that one must go through to get one's license. This is probably why most are not averse to contributing to the personal finances of corrupt apprehending officers when we unknowingly commit a traffic violation. Knowing what is and isn't acceptable goes a long way in contributing ... [
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Author: Ferman Lao
Publisher: CarCamp
Most of us take our cars for granted, thinking that all it needs is a little gas and it will keep going forever. However, they do require a modicum of maintenance and servicing. The usual service stops often take care of this; the required maintenance is administered and impending parts failure that leads to a costlier repair bill can be preempted with due diligence.
Despite your best efforts, there are just some things that you can't predict like radiator fans or fan relays failing, ... [
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Author: Ferman Lao
Publisher: CarCamp
Buying Guides
Having second thoughts about buying a new car? Our experts share how you can save and make the right choice.
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Time was when electric cars were the figment of a Hollywood scriptwriter’s imagination. My first encounter with the electric/hybrid car was during the martial law days, when kids my age were mesmerized by the super robots from Japan, Buck Rogers, and the bewildering car of the lead character in the hit TV show, the Thunderbirds. I remember that car in the Thunderbirds series humming and sounding like a spinning dynamo.
Fast-track to the present day and I find myself behind the wheel of a ... [
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Author: Dino Ray V. Directo III
Publisher: CarCamp
After the strenuous testing, and rigorous shake down of all the participants to this year’s Petron-Car of the Year-Philippines (CoTY-P) search, the smoke of battle cleared, and the Subaru Impreza STi emerged as the best among the best. The Impreza also bagged the Sports Car/Sedan Category, inching out Mazda’s pocket rocket, the Miata MX-5. “We really did not expect this to happen tonight. Honestly, winning a category is a big thing for us already and when we were named as ... [
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Author: Dino Ray V. Directo III
Publisher: CarCamp
