MIAS 2023: Hyundai PH previews its IONIQ 6 EV

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) made its debut at the 2023 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) after becoming the new distributor of Hyundai passenger cars in the country. HMPH previewed the IONIQ 6 and shared its long-term mission and plans on redefining mobility in the country during the opening of the four-day exhibition at World Trade Center Metro Manila.

HMPH is committed to offering a product line-up with technologies that help build solutions for a more sustainable future. Its product line-up includes the Palisade, Tucson, Creta, Staria, Stargazer, and IONIQ 5. The Stargazer, HMPH’s Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV), has the largest wheelbase in the class and a 7-seater configuration.

It comes with a range of safety and driver-assist functions such as Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Safe Exit Warning (SEW), and Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA).

The company showcased an upcoming variant of the Stargazer, which is a 6-seater premium option that has a smart and practical MPV with a premium feel. The Stargazer has over 30 ergonomically designed storage compartments and seats that are ISOFIX-compatible, making it flexible and convenient for everyone in the family.

The Stargazer is already available as a 7-seater and the 6-seater premium option will be available in authorized dealerships nationwide before the year ends.

Hyundai Motor has set five main areas of interest to achieve its Carbon Neutrality 2045 Agenda with electrification as the top priority. The company’s first dedicated line of purely electric vehicles, the IONIQ, is a manifestation of its global vision of Progress for Humanity. The IONIQ 6 claims the 2023 World Car Design of The Year, 2023 World Electric Vehicle of the Year, and the coveted 2023 World Car of The Year.

Both the IONIQ 6 and IONIQ 5 share the same design DNA but have their own unique typology. The IONIQ 6 is sporty and sleek while the IONIQ 5 is bold and spacious. The IONIQ 6 has a streamlined silhouette combined with a rather impressive EV performance. It is built on the brand’s trademark Electric-Global Modular Platform or E-GMP, which provides better stability, handling, and added safety.

It has a range of features such as Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC), Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA 2), and Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 (RSPA 2), among others. Charging-wise, it supports both 400V and 800V which boosts battery life from 10% to 80% in just under 18 minutes. The IONIQ 6 has a top speed of 185 kilometers per hour, can accelerate up to 100 kilometers per hour in 5.1 seconds, and an all-electric range of 545 kilometers.

The IONIQ 6 will be officially launched towards the middle of the year for around PhP 4,000,000. The IONIQ 5 is already available for PhP 3,068,000 (2WD Standard Range) and PhP 3,698,000 (2WD Long Range). The installation of a 7.4KWh AC wall charger also comes standard with every purchase.

The IONIQ 6 comes with a 5-year or 200,000-km vehicle warranty, an 8-year or 160,000-km battery warranty, and free Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS) for 5 years or 75,000-km, whichever comes first.

“We take pride in our evolution from a car manufacturer to a mobility service provider. So please expect us to come up with more innovative solutions and initiatives such as these that make lives easier and more meaningful for our Filipino customers and the community at large,” said Mr. Dongwook Lee, President of HMPH.

The brand’s range of advanced and award-winning vehicles is on display and open for a test drive until Sunday, April 16. From 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, visitors are invited to drop by Hyundai Motor’s IONIQ 5 Powered lounge and ice cream bar to get a sweet treat when they register and inquire. As for individuals ready to own their dream Hyundai and place a reservation, they will be entitled to receive a Hyundai-branded New Earth Washable Paper Bag.

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5 reasons why Ghostwire: Tokyo is a blast on PS5

03/29/2022

There’s a new game in town and we’re enjoying it! Karate meets magic in Ghostwire: Tokyo from developer Tango Gameworks and published by Bethesda Softwares. A supernatural game with some unique elements.

We’re close to finishing the game, but before we dive deep, here are five good reasons why this game is more enjoyable to play on PlayStation 5!

DualSense’s Adaptive Triggers is next-level immersion

The DualSense is PS5’s most unique accessory and Ghostwire: Tokyo knows how to use it to its advantage.

To be honest, when I first saw the gameplay preview of this game, I didn’t pay much attention at first. But with its first-person POV and a lot of hand movements on screen, I realized the exclusive Adaptive Triggers is going to be an integral experience for this game — and it is!

With all the fast-paced movements in the game, feeling the tension from the triggers make me believe I am controlling Akito — the game’s protagonist.

Every spell, every attack, and every finishing move is immersive. Some might want to turn it off during a long fight with one of the bosses, especially if you have the gameplay difficulty turned up.

Haptic feedback is like the cherry on top

To add to the immersiveness of the game, the upgraded haptic feedback of the DualSense delivers distinct vibrations to let you know of your actions and surroundings.

I have played the game with no audio for a few minutes (because my wireless headset died on me in the middle of the game) and, to my surprise, it felt like I am still in the game fighting off the spirits and monsters of Japanese folklore.

Being able to differentiate where the haptics is coming from made me feel like a superhero that lacks hearing but is much more sensitive to the presence of anyone around.

Kinda like reverse Daredevil (or not?).

6 graphic settings with raytracing goodness

There’s not one, not two, but SIX graphical settings available in the game: Quality Mode, Performance Mode, High Framerate Quality, High Framerate Performance, High Framerate Quality (VSync), and High Framerate Performance (Vsync)

My default setting is Performance Mode which targets 60fps while still maintaining clarity, but I sometimes shift to Quality Mode when I want to visually please myself with raytracing and a slightly sharper image.

If you’d ask me, while the open world Tokyo map of the game looks so nice with raytracing on, I’d sacrifice that for a higher framerate. I need to fight off spirits in fluid motion.

3D audio scares add so much to experience

The horror elements of the game are what drew me in. While the story (So far! I’m still finishing it for a full review) is pretty straightforward for me, the jump scares and creepy sound design let me enjoy the game and its lore better.

The small details in the game’s audio also help you progress faster as you get familiar with the enemies of this game’s version of Tokyo.

Tokyo feels alive yet desolated in the game

As the game’s title implies, the setting is in Tokyo — particularly in Shibuya.

Lights from billboards and street lighting still light up the map close to real life, but instead of people rushing on the crossing, we have spirits and monsters trying to kill you. Tango and Bethesda are onto something good here.

There is room for improvements in character modeling, but at least we got detailed shops and convenience stores manned by a floating cat.

Ghostwire: Tokyo is now out on PS5 and PC. Stay tuned for our full thoughts on the game!

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