Daihatsu-developed Toyotas include the Wigo, the Raize, and the Yaris Cross
Now they can see how metal folds from inside, too
There's no denying that cars are better than ever. Thanks to crash testing, automakers have an even better understanding of a vehicle's structure. It's not enough that a chassis is strong, it should also absorb enough energy so that
by Anton Andres
They really want to prove its toughness
Some of you might be familiar with Hongqi. It's one of the oldest Chinese automakers and serves as the top luxury marque in its home market. It was also introduced in the country recently with a sedan and an electric crossover.
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Safety has, indeed, come a long way
There's a saying that goes "they don't make 'em like they used to". In some aspects, we're inclined to side with that. When it comes to sound, feel, and driver involvement, we sometimes long for the old days.But
by Anton Andres
How many stars did it get?
Back in April, Toyota affiliate Daihatsu admitted to 'rigging' vehicles to gain higher crash test safety ratings. It was reported by a company whistleblower that led Toyota to do an internal investigation regarding the matter. The Japanese took the matter seriously and
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A certification authority will still have to verify
Toyota's affiliate, Daihatsu has had it rough the past few months. The rigged test results from the all-new Vios and Wigo cast a dark cloud over the DNGA-based (Daihatsu New Global Architecture) vehicles. If that wasn't enough, the
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The DNGA platform is giving Toyota headaches
A few weeks ago, Toyota subsidiary Daihatsu reported that some cars received modifications in an effort to boost crash test safety ratings. It came to light after a whistleblower from the company reported the practice. The affected models all rode on the
Own one of these?
Vehicle safety has come a long way. It wasn't that long ago when cars didn't have airbags (SRS), anti-lock brakes (ABS), or even rear seatbelts. These days, features such ABS and SRS are standard in just about every car
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And the crash test results are...
Are you considering the all-new Ford Territory for your next family car? Well, you should take a look at this. The second-generation Ford Territory was recently put to the test by the China New Car Assessment Program (C-NCAP), and
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We really hope this arrives in PH
Size isn't the only thing the 2023 Honda WR-V has in common with its Toyota-bred rival, the Raize. Both vehicles are apparently also very safe, too.The Honda WR-V recently underwent ASEAN New Car Assessment Program (ASEAN NCAP)
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But there's more to the story than the missing star
Perodua sure had one heck of a surprise when it showed the front and rear end photos of its version of the Toyota Wigo, the Axia. The launch was initially set for February 14, but perhaps the Malaysia automaker was very excited
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Planning to buy one?
Two Hyundai vehicles took part in the latest round of New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) crash tests. One passed with flying colors, the other had to settle for slightly less.Let's get the more popular
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These two models performed well during crash tests
Long gone are the days when smaller vehicles are viewed as less safe than their more sizable counterparts. Thanks to improved build quality and advancing tech, passengers' chances of walking away from crashes in something like a subcompact have improved considerably.Honda'
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Five stars for both models
Ford's latest offerings aren't just tough off the beaten path. If the results from the latest round of Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) are anything to go by, they're reliable when things take a turn a turn for
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The India-built SUV has six standard airbags but has passenger-protection issues
The Kia Carens officially made a comeback at the end of 2021 as a three-row SUV in India. We said back then that it might be a good fit for Philippine roads. Now, though, we think you might have doubts about
Another success for the Japanese car brand
Expensive cars aren't necessarily safe, and safe cars don't necessarily need to come with premium price tags. Mass-market darling Toyota is good proof of this, as its offerings have consistently walked away from New Car Assessment Program for Southeast
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The SUV is as solid as it looks
Toyota has a pretty solid reputation when it comes to crash tests on our side of the globe. The latest offering from the Japanese brand to impress in terms of safety? None other than the all-new Land Cruiser LC300.The vehicle'
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You can’t put a price on safety
Jokes regarding the massive grille up front aside, the BMW iX is a very promising electric vehicle. With 523hp and a 0-100kph time of just 4.6 seconds, it's hardly a slouch anywhere you drive it. A maximum range of
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It’s apparently a very safe compact sedan
Are you eagerly waiting the Philippine launch of the all-new Honda Civic? If your answer is yes, the New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) has some news you might find reassuring.According to the ASEAN NCAP, the
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Which car did better, though?
Chinese-made cars have certainly come a long way in terms of design, performance and, perhaps most important, reputation. You don't need to look much further than the local success of the Geely Coolray and the MG ZS for proof. But
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Still a relatively safe crossover
As with all new vehicles arriving in the ASEAN market, the newly launched Nissan Magnite has undergone testing through the New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP). How did it fare, then?Well, the ASEAN NCAP gave the new
