Photos by Ulysses Ang and Kia Press |
Wednesday, March 30, 2016
Kia Launches Sexier, Edgier Sportage for the Philippines (w/ Brochure)
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Compact SUV,
Kia Sportage,
News
Hyundai's GDI: Finally Coming to the Philippines
Thank you Philippine government: that’s one line you don’t hear often with all the complaints about traffic and the lack of road infrastructure development. However, you also have to applaud them for finally implementing the Euro-4 emissions level this year and you know what that means? More car choices.
Filed Under:
Engines,
MIAS,
News,
Technology
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
Review: 2016 Honda CR-Z 1.5 Navi CVT
When Honda introduced the CR-Z, it was maligned for being the jack of all trades, but the master of none. That being said, its single biggest contribution is to prove that gasoline-electric hybrids aren’t dull to drive; that they aren’t just smart appliances on wheels. It showed that a car packing a small gasoline engine and a trick battery can dance pretty much through corners just as well as a standard sporty coupe. But is that all to it? Is the CR-Z simply going to be labeled as the tree hugger’s sporty car?
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Driver's Seat,
Honda CR-Z,
Sports Car
Nissan Philippines Awards Dealers of the Year
Nissan Philippines, Inc. (NPI) recently awarded three outstanding Nissan dealerships the “Dealer of the Year” award during the company’s first Annual Dealer Conference and Awards Night at the Marriot Hotel in Pasay City.
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Dealerships,
News,
Nissan Corporate
Best Kia Dealerships Recognized at Annual Dealer Convention
Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the exclusive distributor of Kia vehicles in the Philippines, recently concluded its annual Kia Dealers’ Convention and Awards Night held at the Marriott Hotel where Kia’s best and brightest shone vibrantly.
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Dealerships,
Kia Corporate,
News
Pamper Your Volvo This Summer
Summer has come down blazing hot tracks and what better way to keep you and your Volvo cool is by availing yourselves of Volvo Philippines free treats. Running until June 30 this year, the Volvo Aftersales team is ready to conduct a 21-point Summer Check-up and Air Conditioning System Check on your Volvo, free of charge.
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News,
Service,
Volvo Corporate
Honda Cars Philippines Reveals More Civic Details
Honda Cars Philippines is dropping more details on the 10th generation Civic as anticipation grows thanks to its regional launch in Thailand earlier this month. According to HCPI, they’re confident that the all-new 2016 Civic will be the “benchmark in its class with its aerodynamic styling, sophisticated interior, spacious cabin space, and a host of new and advanced features.”
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Compact,
Honda Civic,
News
Sunday, March 27, 2016
Mazda MX-5 is World Car of the Year and World Car Design of the Year
The Mazda MX-5 has won the 2016 World Car of the Year award. It is the second Mazda to win the award, following the Mazda2 in 2008. The third generation MX-5 was one of three finalists for the same award in 2006, as was the Mazda3 in 2014. In addition to taking the main award this year, the MX-5 has also been named World Car Design of the Year. It is the first time in the history of the awards that a single model has taken both titles.
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Mazda Corporate,
News
Honda's ASIMO to Greet Foreign Travelers Entering Japan
Visitors entering Japan will be welcomed by a brand-new ambassador: Honda’s ASIMO robot. For a one-week period starting Monday, March 28 to Sunday, April 3, travelers entering through the Narita International Airport will be greeted to ASIMO’s dancing moves.
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Honda Corporate,
News,
Travel
Thursday, March 24, 2016
9 Significant Cars from the 2016 Bangkok International Motor Show
Photos by Ulysses Ang and Chevrolet Press |
Cutting out the exotics which regular buyers will likely not care about, these are the significant cars from the 2016 Bangkok International Motor Show.
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Bangkok Motor Show,
Feature,
News,
Travel
New York International Auto Show: 2017 Subaru Impreza Debuts
You’re looking at the 2017 Impreza, the first vehicle underpinned by Subaru’s new global platform architecture. It’s supposed to also debut the company’s new design language, DYNAMIC x SOLID but frankly, it looks like a bore; like a Legacy with more lines. But before dismissing the car as a whole, listen carefully because this is a barometer of Subaru cars to come.
Filed Under:
Compact,
New York International Auto Show,
News,
Subaru Impreza
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
New York International Auto Show: Mazda Shows Off MX-5 with Power Retractable Hardtop
I knew it, I just knew it. When Mazda said they weren’t making any other variant of the MX-5, they were pretty coy about it. Well, the cat’s out of the bag as a new variant of the best-selling roadster arrives at the New York International Auto Show: the 2017 Mazda MX-5 RF. And my goodness. It is a looker.
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Mazda MX-5,
New York International Auto Show,
News,
Sports Car
Petron Lakbay Alalay Marks 30th Year
Petron Lakbay Alalay on its 30th year continues to provide motorists the Best Day experience on the road through its year-round safety campaign and programs. Through Petron Lakbay Alalay, motorists are assured of worry-free travel and always ready journeys.
Filed Under:
Fuel,
News,
Petron Corporate
Caltex to Aid Motorists During Holy Week
Free vehicle checkups, emergency response teams, games and two times the points on Robinsons Rewards Cards. These are the assistance and surprises that Chevron Philippines, Inc. (CPI), marketer of Caltex with Techron, is offering motorists in strategic Caltex stations along major highways north or south of Luzon during the Holy Week.
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Caltex,
Chevron Corporate,
Fuel,
News
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
Bangkok Motor Show 2016: Chevrolet Hints at 2017 Colorado and Trailblazer with New Concepts (w/ 24 Photos)
Don’t let the “Concept” moniker fool you: you’re looking at the 2017 Chevrolet Trailblazer and Colorado. Unveiled at the Bangkok International Motor Show, the thinly veiled Trailblazer Premier and Colorado Xtreme Concepts give a strong hint (i.e. less accessories and body cladding) at Chevrolet’s revamped pickup truck and mid-sized 7-seater SUV which will arrive in Philippine showrooms in production form by the end of the year.
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Bangkok Motor Show,
Chevrolet Colorado,
Chevrolet Trailblazer,
News
First Drive: 2016 Subaru Forester 2.0i-Premium
The Subaru Forester is being attacked from the most unlikely source: the mid-sized 7-seater SUV. Though this compact crossover has its segment down pat, the allure of having a larger SUV with seating for seven has affected sales somewhat. This is critical because it’s the biggest volume driver for the purveyor of the boxer engine and symmetrical all-wheel drive. So what’s Subaru to do? Well, they’ve done the right thing: give the Forester a well-timed refresh to help it embrace a much more premium market position (without the premium price, of course).
Filed Under:
Compact SUV,
Driver's Seat,
Subaru Forester,
Travel
Monday, March 21, 2016
This is One Limited Edition Honda Mobilio
Honda Cars Philippines is weaving its limited edition magic once more and this time, it’s the Mobilio’s turn. Already Honda’s second best-selling nameplate, the Mobilio gets a limited 77 unit run of the mid-grade 1.5 V CVT that comes equipped with a GPS navigation system.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Entry-Level MPV,
Honda Mobilio,
News
Suzuki Philippines Opens 3 New Dealerships
Suzuki Philippines, Inc. (SPH), the only integrated automobile and motorcycle company in the country, recorded one of the biggest sales growths in the industry last year with its massive 52 percent year-on-year growth and 10,000 retail sales, and aims to repeat this 2015 performance by carrying out successive dealership openings in 2016 starting this February.
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Dealerships,
News,
Suzuki Corporate
Ford Philippines February Sales Jump 52 Percent Thanks to All-New Everest
Ford Philippines reported February sales that jumped 52 percent year-over-year to 2,671 units, led by the second best-ever sales month for the Everest, as well as the EcoSport, Ranger and Explorer.
Overall sales through February have now risen 51 percent, making Ford one of the fastest-growing auto brands in the country.
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Ford Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
8 Changes with the 2016 Subaru Forester (And 3 That Haven't) w/ Brochure, Specs
Subaru just let us drive the 2016 Forester. And before waiting for our first impressions on their substantially updated compact crossover, here’s a rundown on some details on what’s new and what’s not.
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Car Launch,
Feature,
News,
Subaru Forester
Sunday, March 20, 2016
Volkswagen Quezon Avenue Goes to Baguio for Easter Road Show
Volkswagen Quezon Avenue, which recently celebrated its first anniversary, troops to Baguio City from March 22 to 27 for its Easter road show activity.
Filed Under:
News,
Volkswagen Corporate
Foton Philippines Offers Free Vehicle Safety Check-Up This Holy Week
Foton Philippines commits to every motorist’s safety and convenience by launching a pre- and post-Holy Week service campaign.
As part of its aftersales program Foton Total Care, the brand ensures to improve every vehicle’s optimal performance during the holy week break. That is why from today until April 11, Foton will have their Holy Week service offerings for Foton owners planning vacations this season.
Foton Philippines’ Holy Week campaign reinforces a guarded drive by giving safety measures and reminders before heading out on the road. Moreover, it highlights a free 24-point vehicle safety inspection facilitated by the reliable assistance of professional service technicians in Foton dealerships nationwide.
Clients who will schedule an appointment on the given period will also receive FREE premium merchandise from FOTON PH.
As part of its aftersales program Foton Total Care, the brand ensures to improve every vehicle’s optimal performance during the holy week break. That is why from today until April 11, Foton will have their Holy Week service offerings for Foton owners planning vacations this season.
Foton Philippines’ Holy Week campaign reinforces a guarded drive by giving safety measures and reminders before heading out on the road. Moreover, it highlights a free 24-point vehicle safety inspection facilitated by the reliable assistance of professional service technicians in Foton dealerships nationwide.
Clients who will schedule an appointment on the given period will also receive FREE premium merchandise from FOTON PH.
Filed Under:
Foton Corporate,
News,
Service
Friday, March 18, 2016
Ferrari to Put Up Theme Park in Mainland China
Ferrari S.p.A., a wholly-owned Italian subsidiary of Ferrari N.V., Beijing Automotive Group Co., Ltd., and BAIC Eternaland Property Co., Ltd. have signed today a non-binding memorandum of understanding for the licensing of the design, construction and operation of a new Ferrari theme park to be located in one of the primary cities in Mainland China.
Filed Under:
Ferrari Corporate,
News
Worry-Free Holy Week Travels with Kia
As the public prepares for an extended break and some well-deserved trips on Holy Week, Kia is gearing up for a different kind of road trip– that is, a service-oriented road trip.
Filed Under:
Kia Corporate,
News,
Service
Hyundai's 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty is an Industry First
Some say “walang forever.” For Hyundai, three years of warranty are not enough; even 4ever isn’t enough. Walang 4ever, because with Hyundai, there’s something even better: a 5ever, with Hyundai’s 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty coverage.
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Hyundai Corporate,
News
Mitsubishi Montero Sport Tops Mid-sized SUV Sales in February
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) sales remains strong as it concludes the month of February with total vehicle sales of 4,870 units. Based on the combined reports of Chamber of Automotive Manufacturer of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA), MMPC captured 19.4 percent market share keeping its strong number two position in the industry. MMPC’s January to February total sales volume grew by 33.1 percent compared to the same period last year. Total CAMPI sales for the 2-month period grew by 24.5 percent.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News
Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Honda Provides Roadside Assistance This Holy Week
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), organizes multiple Honda Emergency Assistance Teams (H.E.A.T.) across the country to offer on-site road assistance to all motorists this coming Holy Week. This annual program will be participated by twenty-four (24) Honda dealerships nationwide as part of HCPI’s public service and road safety advocacy.
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Honda Corporate,
News,
Service
Nissan Celebrates First Anniversary of NP300 Navara on Philippine Roads
Nissan Philippines Inc.’s (NPI) award-winning pickup, the Nissan NP300 Navara, celebrates its first year of ruling the Philippine road network.
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News,
Nissan Corporate
UPDATED: Suzuki Philippines Introduces Ciaz (w/ Complete Specs)
UPDATE 1: The Ciaz is now available at all Suzuki dealerships nationwide (4/16).
Suzuki Philippines is entering the sub-compact sedan segment once more with the all-new Ciaz. Replacing the SX4 Sedan, the Ciaz is built on a platform that’s the longest and widest in its class. Apart from sheer size it offers European-inspired styling, a premium interior, and a host of upmarket features. An acronym which stands for “Comfort-Intelligence-Attitude-Zeal”, the Ciaz will be sold in three variants starting this April.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
Sub-Compact,
Suzuki Ciaz
Tuesday, March 15, 2016
Ford is Only Automaker Named in World's Most Ethical Companies List
Ford Motor Company is the only automaker named a 2016 World’s Most Ethical Company by Ethisphere Institute today – a distinction that comes as ethics in business increasingly affects customers and their purchase decisions.
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Ford Corporate,
News
Review: 2016 Ford Mustang 5.0 V8 GT Premium
At fifty years old, the Ford Mustang has been everything: the object of fantasies, a movie star, a tuner’s dream, a status symbol—needless to say, it requires no introduction. Yet, this newest Mustang marks the biggest change to the pony car since generation one and for that, getting reacquainted is necessary. And it’s not simply because this new car trumps the old one, but it redefines what the Mustang is and successfully brings it to the modern era. Forget everything you know about the pony car. History is about to be re-written here.
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Driver's Seat,
Ford Mustang,
Sports Car
Friday, March 11, 2016
Toyota Wants You to Have a Worry-Free Summer
Summer has officially arrived and what better way to enjoy this yearly vacation by heading on to your next summer destination! Have a worry-free journey by making sure that your vehicle is in tip-top shape.
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News,
Service,
Toyota Corporate
MINI Philippines Launches 2016 Clubman: It's MINI All Grown Up (w/ Video)
MINI Philippines showed off a more grown-up, more sophisticated side when it unveiled the all-new Clubman. Set to make waves in the premium compact segment, the 2016 Clubman offers MINI’s highest levels of practicality, long-distance sustainability, versatility, and ride comfort.
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Car Launch,
Luxury Car,
MINI Clubman,
News
Goodyear Reinvents the Wheel with Spherical Tire Concept
Following up their tire concepts at Geneva last year that focused on electric vehicles, Goodyear is now showing off what role tires could play with autonomous cars. At this year’s Geneva International Motor Show, Goodyear showed off two new tire concepts: the Goodyear Eagle-360 and Goodyear Intelligrip.
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Geneva Motor Show,
Goodyear,
News,
Technology,
Tires
Thursday, March 10, 2016
Toyota Vios Cup Season 3 Kicks Off this March 19
Forty-five individual teams and nine celebrity racers will troop to the Clark International Speedway on March 19 as the country’s biggest motorsports event kicks off for Season 3. Fueled by the best-selling vehicle in the country, the 2016 Vios Cup promises more wheel-to-wheel action. Apart from the growing number of racers, this season sees an all-new racing category and possible new venues.
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Events,
Motorsports,
News,
Toyota Vios Cup
Foton Quezon Avenue Opens
United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI), the official distributor of Foton vehicles on the Philippines has officially added Foton Quezon Avenue to its list of dealerships in the Philippines.
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Dealerships,
Foton Corporate,
News
Honda Celebrates Easter with "EGGciting Surprise" Campaign
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) kicks off the month with Honda’s EGGciting Surprise Campaign for customers who will inquire, reserve, and purchase a brand new Honda vehicle from now to March 27, 2016.
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Honda Corporate,
News
Tata Motors Opens in Cebu
Pilipinas Taj Autogroup Inc. (PTAJ), the exclusive distributor of Tata Motors Passenger Cars and Commercial Vehicles in the Philippines, continues to grow nationwide through its newest Tata Cebu dealership, inaugurated this March 9, 2016 and graced by the presence of the honorable Gov. Hilario Davide III and Mandaue City Mayor Jonas Cortes.
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Dealerships,
News,
TATA Corporate
Get Lucky with Kia Pic A Forte
Graduation season is fast approaching and Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the exclusive distributor of Kia vehicles in the Philippines, got the perfect reward for your new graduates!
From now to April 30, 2016, all Kia Picanto buyers get a chance to win and drive home an all-new Kia Forte Koup through the Kia Pic a Forte raffle promo.
Filed Under:
Kia Corporate,
News
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Review: 2016 Porsche Cayenne 3.0 V6 TDI
Die-hard Porsche fans must have screamed in horror when the Cayenne first launched in 2002. But over the years, it has become accepted, turning into one of the brand’s best-selling models and unashamedly the reason why Porsche could make even better 911’s. Some 13 years and a model generation later, Porsche has tweaked and polished the formula delivering the same technical tour-de-force you’ve come to expect out of Stuttgart’s stable. And just as fans have warmed up to it, Porsche plops in a diesel; a diesel-powered Porsche SUV? Sacrilegious? Hardly.
Filed Under:
Driver's Seat,
Luxury SUV,
Porsche Cayenne
Monday, March 7, 2016
Subaru Shows Off All-New Vehicle Platform
Forget their outlandish concepts of late, this is single-handedly the most important piece of Subaru’s future: the Subaru Global Platform. Currently under development, this all-new vehicle architecture will underpin all of Subaru’s next-generation vehicles.
Filed Under:
News,
Subaru Corporate,
Technology
GT Radial FlatOut Race Series (FORS) All Set for Bigger 2016 Season
The country’s premier grassroots motorsports event that’s “made for racers, by racers” - the GT Radial FlatOut Race Series (FORS) – is all geared up for an even bigger season this year.
Filed Under:
Motorsports,
News
Sunday, March 6, 2016
Mazda Opens Dealership in Pulilan, Bulacan
Berjaya Auto Philippines, the exclusive distributor of Mazda vehicles in the country, and the ANC Group of Companies, have collaborated to put up a brand new full-service showroom, service and parts facility in Pulilan, Bulacan. Mazda Pulilan is the latest addition to Mazda Philippines’ growing dealership network. Located along DRT Highway, Sto. Cristo, Pulilan, Bulacan, the 123-square meter showroom facility features four of the latest Mazda Skyactiv models available today.
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Dealerships,
Mazda Corporate,
News
Volvo Philippines Expands R-Design Offering
Volvo Philippines once again offers the market a selection of dynamic variants to choose from. Sporty and sophisticated, the R-Design editions of the nimble V40 Sportswagon, the Sleek S60 and the awe-inspiring XC60 are now available in Volvo showrooms nationwide.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Luxury Car,
Luxury SUV,
News,
Volvo S60,
Volvo V40
Foton Philippines Growth on Course for 2020 Target
China’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, continues to assume an upward trajectory in the Philippines – capitalizing on the country’s increasingly robust economy to achieve its goal of breaching 20,000 in sales by 2020. Last year, Foton Philippines sold 25 percent more vehicles, moving nearly 4,000 units.
Filed Under:
Foton Corporate,
News
BMW Philippines Launches All-New 7 Series
BMW has officially launched the newest generation of its flagship model, the 7 Series, in the Philippine market, securing the German luxury carmaker’s reputation as the leader in ground-breaking features and contemporary design. Driven by cutting-edge technology, the all-new 7 Series is available solely in the 740Li guise with the 750Li available upon order.
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BMW 7 Series,
Car Launch,
Luxury Car,
News
Friday, March 4, 2016
First Drive: 2016 Toyota Fortuner 2.4 V and 2.4 G 4x2
There are people who’re blindly loyal to the Toyota Fortuner and there are those who’ll end up buying one anyway. Such is the power of Toyota’s Pickup-based Passenger Vehicle or PPV since its market introduction in 2005. It has revolutionized the industry, offering an American-style 7-seater mid-sized SUV for the price of a compact crossover. And though some of its competitors offered a good fight, the Fortuner remained the top choice whether or not it was considered matagtag (stiff riding) or not. Now that a second generation model is upon is, is the 2016 Fortuner all that you wanted? More importantly, is it still matagtag?
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Driver's Seat,
Mid-sized SUV,
Toyota Fortuner
Hyundai is Official Mobility Partner of Shell Eco-marathon Asia 2016
Car enthusiasts dream of driving the most iconic cars in their lifetime, but car innovators dream of designing and building cars that will be remembered for several lifetimes; cars that are energy-efficient and environment-friendly, and cars that make a difference. To pave the way for these breakthroughs, Hyundai is sharing the stage with Shell anew through the Shell Eco-marathon Asia 2016.
Filed Under:
Events,
Hyundai Corporate,
News
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
Porsche Philippines Unveils New 911 Carrera and Carrera S
Porsche Philippines unveiled the latest chapter in the 911 history: the new 991.2. Promising to combine performance and everyday usability to new heights, the new Carrera and Carrera S packs a turbocharged flat-6 reminiscent of the brand’s storied racing history making it the fastest 911 Carrera ever.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
News,
Porsche 911,
Sports Car
Subaru Produces 15 Millionth AWD Equipped Vehicle
Subaru announced that total production of its All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles has reached 15 million units. The milestone was achieved in the 44th year since FHI started producing AWD vehicles with the introduction of the Subaru Leone 4WD Estate Van in September 1972.
Filed Under:
News,
Subaru Corporate,
Technology
Isuzu Philippines Announces Winners of Drive Me Home Raffle Promo
Love is definitely all around for Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) as they have recently given away four D-MAX pick-up trucks and mu-X SUVs for their “Isuzu Drive Me Home Raffle Promo”.
Filed Under:
Isuzu Corporate,
News
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