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What happens when a Thai man gets hold of one Isuzu D-MAX? Simple, he gives it six damn turbochargers and a tank of nitrous oxide to race it. This drag diesel truck was featured on CB Media’s Youtube Channel. The tuner garage who owns the truck focused on turning standard diesel pickups into drag racers. The tuning is pretty straightforward. The pickup got its standard engine equipped with larger turbos (in this case, six), suspension kits lowered the car to improve aerodynamics and control, while aftermarket wheels and tires were bolted to help with traction. The tuner then equipped the truck with titanium braces to improve the vehicles structural rigidity when going high-speed with shots of nitrous oxide. Thai tuners have steadily gained world attention for their keen attention to detail and world-class execution. Drag trucks in Thailand get carbon fiber parts that are handcrafted and fitted to suit the panels with millimeter precision.  Those who are familiar with carbon fiber m...

With rising fuel prices, Ford Released a premium Turbo Diesel Truck sold for Php 3.398M. Ford Philippines officially released the 14th generation F-150 Lariat. The new model will be offered with a turbo diesel variant --a first in the country. Ford upgraded the F-150 with a redesigned LED headlights and C-shaped LED daytime running lights. The F-150 was also given a bigger front grille that aesthetically runs its lines to the trucks entire front part, accented by its new wraparound bumpers and a new power dome hood. The angular lines continue to the middle part, all the way back to the rear side of the truck, creating a modern boxy-look. Meanwhile, the truck’s all-terrain pair of tires are housed in its massive fenders, which made the car’s rugged features more prominent. What makes the truck special is its 3.0-liter turbo-diesel V6 called the Powerstroke, which reportedly makes 250 PS with 597 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a ten-speed automatic gearbox and a 4WD system. The tru...

Kris Jenner surprised the Kardashian family with custom electric Mokes for the holidays. The unlikely choice of funky ex-military-grade vehicles was somewhat unexpected as the family was famous for their lavish lifestyle. To those unaware, Mokes were part of the 60’s era of cars which were primarily offered to the British Army using pre-existing Mini parts. Having the abundance of locally sourced parts, and the availability of manpower to manufacture these vehicles meant they were practical purchase for the government then. However, these made for poor off-road vehicles due to their low ground clearance, thus making it a liability during combat, therefore scrapping the idea. On a positive note though, these cars made their way to hip youngsters of that era which converted these rollers as beach buggies and became part of surfer culture all around the world. Mini Mokes may not have invaded the battlefield, but it surely earned its place in pop culture. Nowadays, these cars are being tra...

By Paulo Cuento Suzuki Motorcycles Philippines corners the compact-maxi scooter segment with the Burgman Street --a premium small-displacement scooter that runs perfectly comfortable for urban riding. With the introduction of the Burgman, Suzuki was able to offer a smaller 125cc option to those who wish to ride a maxi scooter. This seems like an oxymoron considering that maxi scooters ought to be beefier rides with larger displacement, when the 125cc engine of the Burgman has a small capacity to begin with. However, what separates the Burgman from other 125cc scooters in the market is its body dimensions and overall geometry. The body rides with wide fairings while its seat height is on par with other models above its class. The overall ergonomics and ride stance are also comparable to scooters with bigger displacement. What makes the Burgman appear smaller though is its pair of smaller wheels. The front has a 12-inch wheel while the rear runs with a 10-inch wheel. Engineers of Suzuki ...

The British sports car company decided it's time to bring down the curtain to a remarkable period of its company. British specialty carmaker, Lotus, commemorated three of its most successful sports cars in the past decades, the Exige, Elise, and Evora, in a grand photo op at the company’s factory in Hethel, England. The event signified the official end of the models’ production as the automaker moves forward to focus on electric car manufacturing. The ceremony was a proper salute to its successful run in the ever-competitive automotive industry. These models kept the company going and held Lotus together even during tough times. The Elise, Exige, and Evora together made up a total of 51,738 car sales, and represented almost half the company's total production ever. These numbers say a lot about the company’s resilience that enabled them to continue producing sports cars amid all the economic challenges of the past two decades alone. Add that to the fact that other segment...

This year’s Tokyo Auto Salon will see the debut of Nissan’s impressive line of concept camper vans. The company is trying to take advantage of the popularity of camper lifestyle that younger people nowadays love. The company is injecting some rugged cues to the Mountain Base concept’s aesthetics, suggesting some offroad capabilities to the van. The design is trying to revive the faux wood trim made popular in the 50’s era of cars. But taking a look at the different areas of the van shows some panels coated in what appears to be of truck bedliner material. The front fascia has an integrated grille and headlight guard with extra lights. The roof is equipped with an off-road light bar and solar panels that can be raised or angled to suit proper position. The side windows have also been made for more solar panel placing. Black fender flares house the vans’ off-road wheel and tire combination. Another concept set to take debut is the Caravan Myroom concept. The exterior is pretty mu...

The race car will be Porsche’s entry to top-level endurance racing.   Luxury sports car manufacturer Porsche teased racing fans with its new endurance racing prototype set to compete for podium victory at the prestigious  Le Mans 24 Hours in 2023 . The teaser photos showed specific elements of the prototype car in a camouflage livery, directly putting attention to its massive rear end and large rear wing. The hypercar concept features a low rear brake light bar that spans across the car’s wide rear, shining a bit of light to the carbon fiber diffuser tucked in the car’s lower end.  However, no images of the front part of the car have been shown. Porsche shall continue its effort with an extensive test program to further refine the car. The company signed experienced racer Dane Cameron and Felipe Nasr for the project. Porsche is expected to enter and compete under the LMDh category, following its strict regulations. According to the rules, all LMDh cars must use a spec hyb...

The limited edition model, nicknamed the King of the Road,  will only have 225 units. Shelby American is releasing a revival of the iconic Shelby GT500KR as part of its 60th anniversary celebration. The limited-edition model is based on the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 powered by a 900-horsepower supercharged V8 engine. The new version of the GT500KR is equipped with a 3.8-liter Whipple supercharger that boosts the engine’s base output from 760HP to over 900HP. The company revealed that mechanical changes include a high-volume supercharger intercooler and heat exchanger, a cold air intake, uprated half-shafts, and a Borla exhaust system. Suspension upgrades on the other hand, include Ford Performance front and rear sways bars and recalibrated MagneRide adaptive shocks. The GT500KR also included a new ride-height-adjustable front and rear springs. The car’s sporty upgrades extend to its aesthetic features. The Ford Shelby GT500KR sits on 20-inch wheels offered in either...

The Range Rover's top-of-the-line model offers customization possibilities for that extra touch of finesse. Luxury SUV maker, Land Rover, has released more information about its 2023 Range Rover SV. Upper-class SUV enthusiasts are in for a pleasant ride as the company will offer customization options, giving customers the freedom to make their own dream car. Land Rover went so far as to claim that there are 1.6 million different configurations possible for the new model to help customers experience a fully personalized vehicle. The 2023 Range Rover SV will be available for early order starting in 2022. According to the company, all SV models will be equipped with a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8 engine sourced from BMW. The engine is rated having 523 horsepower and will be offered in both short- and long-wheelbase chassis configurations. The SV has a different front grille and bumpers compared to other standard models including a distinct ceramic SV badge. The model has seven dif...