LAUNCHED: 9TH-GEN HONDA CIVIC

In the Philippine market, few cars are greeted with more anticipation than an all-new Honda Civic. The Civic occupies that special realm where affordability and excitement meet. It's a family sedan that doesn't emasculate the driver into a kind of domestic submission. That's why car enthusiasts and regular motorists alike always look forward to the introduction of each generation.

Today, after months of anticipation, the all-new Civic is finally introduced to the local market. We already had a close look and seat time in Honda's new car, and we're happy to tell you that it's certainly worth the wait.

The one we drove was the 1.8-liter EXI variant. At first glance of the front profile, you will be forgiven for wondering if you're looking at an all-new car or an extensive redesign. The bumper, grille and headlights have the same angular profile as the outgoing FD-series Civic. But let your eyes linger a bit and you'll see a more wedge-like look, the headlights sweep back more.

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Ford, Hyundai looking to upstage each other at 2012 MIAS

The 2012 Manila International Auto Show--scheduled for March 29 to April 1 at the World Trade Center--is shaping up to be a contest for bragging rights between Ford and Hyundai, two of the hottest automotive brands in the local market right now. The two carmakers have reserved the two biggest floor spaces at the show, with Ford securing a 1,000-square-meter area and Hyundai barely one-upping its rival by committing to a 1,025-square-meter exhibit.

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Kia reveals sketches of all-new flagship sedan

Kia has finally revealed what its all-new flagship will look like, three months after a Kia executive revealed to us that the Korean carmaker is developing the car. Codenamed as the KH, the all-new flagship sedan is Kia's first-ever rear-wheel drive sedan, which combines "innovative design with high-tech features."

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