Suzuki launched the latest version of the XL7 multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) in Indonesia on June 15, 2023. Similar to the Ertiga Hybrid, the XL7 Hybrid features a mild-hybrid powertrain that uses a 1.5-liter, twin-cam, 16-valve inline-4 gasoline engine. This is connected to an Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) that replaces the alternator and charges the battery. It also doubles as an electric motor that provides assistance to the vehicle when accelerating from a standing start. Meanwhile, the ba

The Toyota Land Cruiser J70 series has been on the market for 39 years and has steadily received upgrades to keep it up-to-date and modern. While it officially exited other markets in 1990 when the new Land Cruiser J80 came along, other places such as Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand have kept the SUV alive and on sale. The last update to the J70 series Land Cruiser was in 2007 when it received the 1VD-FTV, a 4.5-liter turbodiesel V8 engine. The new engine gave the SUV 205 horsepower and

Changan Motors Philippines, Inc. (CMPI) is confident for 2023 as it celebrated a whopping 222-percent sales growth from 2021 to 2022. The Chinese carmaker said in a Jan. 16, 2023 press statement that it sold 1,787 units in 2022, up from 557 units the year before. The brand also celebrates its goal of hitting 100 percent of its sales target for wholesale as well. The brand’s two best-sellers lead the pack in sales, the Changan Alsvin sedan and the Changan CS35 Plus crossover. “We started 2022 str

The competition is tough in determining the best car model in a particular segment as several factors are considered and weighed to pick the best in the class. First of all, we consider its safety and security features, innovative features, its price, its overall aesthetic appeal, and its powertrain components. As car manufacturers promise a lot upon introducing their new models, the competition and expectations have gotten fiercer. But among the listed criteria, one of the most important and re

When you gas up your car, what do you feel? Do you get excited as you are about to go on another driving adventure? Or are you in shock because of the horrifying fuel prices these days? Whatever you feel in that regard, the reality remains that the constant fuel price hikes will affect our overall travel satisfaction and experience. Some have had to cut off their travel expenditures to lessen fuel expenses while others just forego leisure activities outside the city. However, you don't have to r

The all-new 2022 Ford Ranger has broke cover in Thailand. Charged as the littler kin of the Passage F-150, the Officer presently brags a striking modern plan, upgraded stage as well as new powerplant choices for certain markets. Although its a new-generation model, the 2022 Ranger is underpinned by a modified platform of the outgoing Ford Ranger. According to Ian Foston, Chief platform engineer, “The next-generation Ranger will be built on the third-generation T6 platform – a modular, flexible a