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30 | THE MESSAGE. BRINGING INTO FOCUS FILIPINO PRESENCE IN AUSTRALIA. www.kalatas.com.au | Ang Kalatas Australia | Vol. 3 No. 12 | September 2013 MOTORING B-segment hatchback THE new Fiesta ST will be the only B-segment hatchback in Australia to offer a potentially life-saving Emergency Assistance system. It went on sale on September 1, 2013. Emergency Assistance is a vehicle-based, no-cost, nonsubscription call-for-help system that is already available in more than 5 million Ford vehicles globally, providing owners peace of mind when travelling. “We’re really excited about this technology as it provides real peace of mind for our customers,” according to Ford Australia President and CEO, Bob Graziano. Emergency Assistance works by delivering a critical voice message directly to 000 operators, indicating that a vehicle has been involved in an accident in which the airbags have been deployed or the fuel pump cut-off switch is activated and opens the line for hands-free communication. Driving with con?dence THAT’S MY CAR Contemporary Scandinavian THE All-New Volvo V40 Cross Country brings contemporary Scandinavian design to a compact hatch. Built on the heritage that started with the V70 Cross Country in 1997, the V40 Cross Country is designed for those who want a sense of adventure in their everyday life. “Volvo is undergoing a rapid change in its model line-up and the V40 Cross Country is the latest addition,” says Matt Braid, Managing Director Volvo Car Australia. “Where the Volvo XC models happily ?ex their muscles, the V40 Cross Country boasts a sleek ruggedness with unique features integrated into the stylish Scandinavian design. When it comes to driving dynamics, the V40 Cross Country offers an attractive mix of sportiness and comfort. “Put simply, it brings a distinctive blend of luxury and ruggedness to the premium small car sector.” Blacktown travel agent, entrepreneur and community leader Arturo ‘Atoy’ Sayas, of Doonside NSW, drives a 2.5L petrol 2013 Mazda CX5 AWD with 138 kW @ 5,700 rpm and fuel consumption of 7.4 litres per 100km WHEN PURCHASED Recently; on Thursday, August 15, actually. WHY THIS CAR It’s the ?rst Japanese technology Mazda to use full range sky active and construction technology. Newly designed 4WD system for further ef?cient and handling stability enables you to drive with con?dence. FIRST CAR My ?rst car was a Mitsubishi Mirage, and prior to this Mazda CX5 was a Ford Territory. LIKE ABOUT PRESENT CAR It has a lot of features that will make driving more comfortable. It’s easy to handle and more space and leg room sound. It has the Bose® sound system and German Engineering satellite Navigation SatNav Telephone is voice controlled speakerphone. DON’T LIKE ABOUT PRESENT CAR I really can’t ?nd one reason at the moment. WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS CAR AND WHY I can surely recommend it to others. Leather interior includes Maztex material on selected high impact surfaces. Sand leather interior only available with selected exterior colours. DREAM CAR It would be good to have a sportscar like Porsche because its is powerful and elegant and so easy to drive. Next generation models PROTON Holdings Berhad (PROTON) has unveiled the latest member of its next-generation models, the Proton Suprima S hatchback in Malaysia. The Suprima derives its name from the word “supreme”, and re?ects superiority in engineering, safety and performance that has been incorporated into this all-new hatchback. Designed to meet the needs of the modern lifestyle, the Suprima S receives a host of features never seen before in a Proton, including the PROTON Infotainment with Android-based Operating System, rear LED light guides, Daytime Running Lights (DRL), Hill-Hold Assist, Park Assist with front parking sensors and a 7-inch touchscreen with built-in navigation system. Additional features in the Premium variant include leather seats, Push Start Button, paddle shifts, and cruise control. First look at Q3 INFINITI has provided a ?rst look at the Q30 Concept which will have its world premiere at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show as the next step in In?niti’s foray into new premium segments. The In?niti Q30 Concept signals the contemporary design vision for a compact In?niti vehicle which will target a new generation of premium customers. It is set to be unveiled at In?niti’s press conference, scheduled for 10:15 am CET on September 10 in Hall 5 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Q30 Concept embodies In?niti’s vision to deliver head-turning design, innovative materials with precise ?t and ?nish and passionate craftsmanship, while provoking a radical shift in the premium compact segment. The shape of the In?niti Q30 Concept deliberately challenges categorisation – not a coupe, not a hatch and not a crossover but a fusion of the three body styles. It is designed for younger customers seeking an alternative to traditional premium compact vehicles and open to convention-challenging approaches. ‘Evo’: Most exhilirating drive from Mitsubishi MITSUBISHI Motors Australia Limited’s (MMAL) high performance vehicle, the Lancer Evolution, offers power, precision and performance. Loaded with standard features the ‘Evo’ continues to be the most exhilarating drive in the Mitsubishi range. 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