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
With a name taken from the world’s only visible man-made structure from space, Great Wall Motors Company Limited is set to carve inroads into the RP market with six variants: the Cowry MPV, Peri subcompact car, Florid and Coolbear compact car, Wingle 4x2 & 4x4 pick up, and the Hover 4x2 and 4x4 SUV.
Great Wall’s entry signals a Chinese invasion of sorts, bringing the number of China-based car manufacturers to four, including Lifan, Foton and Chery.
Based in Hebei Baoding, ... [
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Author: Dino Ray V. Directo III
Publisher: CarCamp
It was another busy week for the motoring beat as three major automobile manufacturers rolled out their 2010 line-ups to add more sizzle to an industry which experienced a boost in sales late last year.
Hoping to cash in on the local market’s buying frenzy, Honda and Toyota rolled out the red carpet and heated things up with their redesigned bestsellers. Meanwhile, hoping to expand its share in the domestic car industry, the firm from Munich launched a crossover vehicle.
Firing the ... [
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Author: Dino Ray V. Directo III
Publisher: CarCamp
The MINI brand came to Philippine shores in grand fashion last January 8 and 9 via a two-night shebang at its new home in Bonifacio Global City. Along with the new showroom come seven new offerings: the MINI Cooper (manual and automatic), the MINI Cooper S (manual and automatic), the MINI Cooper Clubman (automatic), the MINI Cooper Convertible (automatic) and the MINI Cooper S Convertible (automatic). The company behind the brand, British United Automobiles, Inc., sent us a MINI Cooper Clubman ... [
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Author: Dong Magsajo
Publisher: CarCamp
Everyone notices this car without even realizing it. Pedestrians turn their heads and enthusiasts gradually gravitate towards it as they see the bulging lines of the hood and the functional hood scoop.
A second glance of the Subaru Legacy would further give away its potential. The exaggerated wheel arches, side sill extensions, oversized winged grille, hawk eye headlamps, and the twin exhaust pipes jutting out from the back arouse your suspicion that this car means business and is not your ... [
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Author: Dino Ray V. Directo III
Publisher: CarCamp
There was a time when Korean cars were subject to ridicule due to their build quality and hideous designs. Early models had engines which sounded like washing machines, and their exterior lines appeared to have been designed by automotive engineers with rulers. The good-looking ones that performed well were Japanese saloons sporting Korean badges. Most consumers would rather bet on a Japanese converted surplus automobile than resort to wearing masks while behind the wheels of Korean ... [
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Author: Dino Ray V. Directo III
Publisher: CarCamp
The Mini Cooper, UK’s iconic pint-sized wonder, was launched last November 20 by its local distributor Mini Global City through a special media track day at the Clark International Speedway.
In attendance were Mini Global City President Willy Tee-Ten, Vice President and General Manager Michael Cua and other officials. The dynamic duo of the British automotive brand also answered questions about the car and were game enough to share jokes with the motoring media. “We wanted you guys ... [
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Author: Dino Ray V. Directo III
Publisher: CarCamp
A new player in the motorcycle financing business is targeting to finance the purchase of half a million motorcycle units in the Philippines in the next five years to enable more Filipinos to conveniently own motorcycles.
Sumisho Motor Finance Corporation (Sumisho), through its PhP2-billion capitalization, will provide financing for all motorcycle brands at easy-to-acquire terms that include a low and affordable down payment and installment payments.
The motorcycle finance company will ... [
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Publisher: CarCamp
It was a busy week for the motoring industry as major players unveiled their product line up for 2010. With Christmas just around the corner, automotive manufacturers are pulling out all the stops to lure in consumers into their showrooms.
Ford Group Philippines (FGP) fired the first salvo as they reintroduced an upgraded version of the Ford Escape during the People’s Choice Car Awards held at the Fort Global City. In attendance were FGP officials lead by its president, Rick Baker. ... [
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Author: Dino Ray V. Directo III
Publisher: CarCamp
