Car Profiles - Chevrolet Trax

CHEVROLET TRAXJoining the fray of sub-compact SUVs (or crossovers, since they are based on a car) is the Chevrolet Trax. which is conceived from the Sonic platform. Although no four wheel drive models like most rivals, it comes with loads of kit as well as a turbocharged engine.The Good: Lots of equipment and standard turbocharged engineThe Bad: Smallish...

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Used Car Review - Nissan Frontier Navara (2007-2015)

A throwback is an order for Myk Belmonte, in which he reviews a truck that became popular back then.2007-2015 Nissan Frontier NavaraHistoryNissan started with the pick-up craze way back in 1934 under the Datsun name for Japanese consumption until it was exported worldwide after. The Nissan name first appeared in the 720 series until fully...

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Car Features - July 2015 Philippines Car Sales Figures

On the seventh month of the year, 24,854 vehicles were purchased in that month which brings the total to 179.437 cars sold, up 46% from last year. One available feature for January-July 2015 year to date is a comparison to its sales figures exactly a year ago, which you can see who gained a lot and who lost the game.For July, five Toyotas claimed the...

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Used Car Review - Toyota Alphard (2010-2015)

Once a luxury van, it can be a bargain. Myk Belmonte delves more of this car in this story.2010-2015 Toyota AlphardHistoryThe Japanese are big fans of vans and MPVs of all sizes and price range. From the smallish Toyota Wish and Honda Stream to the luxurious Nissan El Grand, the Japanese have you covered. They value space and simplicity over else,...

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Used Car Review - Hyundai Sonata (2010-2014)

This September, Myk Belmonte discovers a premium sedan for a bargain price.2010-2014 Hyundai SonataHistoryYou may not know this but the original Sonata started as a luxurious version of the Hyundai Stellar, Since there is no any distinguishing factor between the two, sales plummeted and got killed in 1987, with the original model lingering for...

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Recall Alert - Honda Philippines Recalls Civic, City, Jazz, and CR-V

Last month, Honda had issued a recall involving Accords and Pilots in which it was a preventive measure to avoid any future incident related to a suspected defect in the airbag deflator of the driver side airbag. Now, this preventive measure done voluntarily had also expanded to selected 2007 to 2011 CR-V, 2006 and 2009 to 2012 Jazz, 2006 to 2011...

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Nissan Patrol Safari - Generation 4 (1991-2000)

NISSAN PATROL (1991-2000)Replacing the boxy third generation model, the Patrol adopts the Safari moniker. For this model, this one gets a 4.2 inline six engine paired to a manual transmission.See the overview of this PatrolSee the latest model of the Patrol SafariOWNERSHIP DETAILS4.2 SafariYears Available1991-October 2000ENGINE SPECSEngineTD42 4.2...

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How to Know Getting Quality Automotive Services

A large portion of us depend on a repairman to let us know what isn't right with our vehicle, however how would you know you are landing a decent repair position at a reasonable cost? There are a couple of things you ought to search for when you require car administrations. Accreditations When you take your vehicle in for repairs, you ought to see accreditations holding tight the divider. You need to take your vehicle to a carport that takes an interest in accreditation courses all the time and keeps up on new auto highlights. Specifically, ensure...

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Toyota Land Cruiser - Generation 7 (1993-1998)

TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (1993-1998)The largest (and most pricey) vehicle in the Toyota line-up back then, the LC gets a unique 10 seater option paired to a 4.2 inline six diesel. It was dropped from the line-up in 1998.See the overview of this Land CruiserSee the latest model of the Land CruiserOWNERSHIP DETAILS4.2 S80Years Available1993-1998ENGINE SPECSEngine1HD-T...

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Car Profiles - Hyundai i20

HYUNDAI I20Entering itself in a crowded market of affordable SUVs, the i20 Cross Sport is basically a raised version of the said sub-compact. Gas model rivals the Ecosport Trend while diesel heads-on with the Soul CRDi. But since it is based on a car, ride height is similar to one.The Good: Available diesel engineThe Bad: ExpensivePrice Range: P848,000-P1,048,000Our...

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Car Profiles - Hyundai Tucson

HYUNDAI TUCSONReceiving an all new face and body (translating to a more larger size), the third generation Tucson is much more better than its replacement. More features are now available at all levels plus 4x4 model now available.The Good: Refinement and everything else is excellentThe Bad: Now became priceyPrice Range: P1,178,000-P1,918,000Our Rating:...

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Daihatsu Feroza - Generation 1 (1989-2000)

DAIHATSU FEROZA (1989-2000)One of the few sport utility vehicles to be offered during the late 80s, The Feroza was one unique vehicle whose rear portion can be removed with little physical effort. Only a sole 1.6 carbureted engine is offered.See the overview of this FerozaOWNERSHIP DETAILS1.6 EL/SEYears Available1989-2000ENGINE SPECSEngineHD-C 1.6...

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Daewoo Prince - Generation 1.2 (1996-1999)

DAEWOO PRINCE (1996-1999)Slotted above the Espero, the Prince was the most expensive Daewoo one can buy before. Variants offered include a "plain" Prince and a more luxurious Super Salon are available. Along with other Daewoos, it was discontinued in 1999.See the overview of this PrinceOWNERSHIP DETAILSSuper SalonPrinceYears AvailableSeptember 1996-1999September...

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Toyota Crown - Generation 8.1 (1988-1992)

TOYOTA CROWN (1988-1992)After years of hiatus, the Crown name was revived by Toyota Motor Philippines in 1988. Two models are available including a Deluxe and Super Saloon. See the overview of this CrownSee the Generation 8.2 modelOWNERSHIP DETAILSSuper SaloonDeluxeYears Available1988-19921988-1992ENGINE SPECSEngine5M 2.8 SOHC 24V I62.2 SOHC I4Horsepower116hp...

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Toyota Crown - Generation 8.2 (1993-1998)

TOYOTA CROWN (1993-1998)For 1993, the Crown ditched its carburetor engines and received a facelift. This version marked the entry of a larger 3.0 inline-six to the mix. Decreasing sales had this car discontinued before decade's end.See the overview of this CrownSee the Generation 8.1 modelOWNERSHIP DETAILSRoyal SaloonSuper SaloonYears Available1993-19981993-1998ENGINE...

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