Three reasons to have Fox shocks on your next off-road adventures

When it comes to choosing a pickup truck, buyers usually look at versatility, utility, and capability as the top factors in making their purchase decisions.

The Ford Ranger, for instance, is a pickup designed to handle the toughest jobs for its owners – whether carrying and moving load at work or tackling a mountain trail. For those who are looking to push beyond the everyday, Ford has invested heavily in boosting the off-road capabilities of the Ranger via Fox shock absorbers, which are the heart of suspension systems of the Ranger Raptor and the all-new Ranger FX4 MAX.

 

By using performance-oriented Fox shock absorbers, Ford has given the Ranger Raptor and FX4 MAX the ability to drive across rough terrain at high speeds with control, stability and comfort. This same off-road performance translates perfectly on the road, where the Ranger Raptor and FX4 MAX are just as comfortable and controlled as they are off road. The Ford Ranger is a 4×4 truck engineered to take the ups with the downs, and the Fox shock absorbers and clever tuning by Ford give the Ranger Raptor and FX4 MAX the next-level driving experience.

Here are three things that make the Fox shock absorbers a great off-road driving partner:

It’s built to conquer rough terrain

Fox performance-ready suspension on the Ranger Raptor delivers up to 30% more wheel travel than regular shock absorbers. Wheel travel is the distance designed in for a wheel to travel at either the bottom or top of the movement. The Fox shock absorbers on Ranger Raptor and FX4 MAX have been designed to deal with a combination of high- and slow-speed driving and load carrying.

It offers comfort on and off road

Fox shock absorbers have been designed with on- and off-road comfort in mind, allowing owners to transition from rough to smooth roads easily.

The FX4 MAX’s suspension brings an off-road stance and capability through its 2.0-inch monotube Fox shock absorbers front and rear. The rear shocks feature a remote reservoir enabling rapid recovery from extensive, prolonged off-road use. They’re teamed with tuned coil-springs at the front, and a staggered shock arrangement at the rear to manage loads.

The Ranger Raptor’s race-bred suspension has been specifically crafted to tackle undulating terrain at high-speed while remaining in complete control and comfort. The Position Sensitive Damping (PSD) shock absorbers (dampers) provide higher damping forces at full jounce and rebound to enable better off-road capabilities, and lower damping forces in the mid-travel zone for a class leading plush ride during on-road trips.

Fox Racing Shox are among the best in off-road driving

For more than three decades, Fox has been an industry leader in the design and development of high-performance shock absorbers and racing suspension products for snowmobiles, mountain bikes, motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, 4X4 off-road cars, trucks, and SUVs. Ford uses Fox shocks across a range of performance pick-up vehicles with Ford engineers tuning these vehicles to perform at their best.

The Ranger FX4 MAX is available in all Ford dealerships nationwide at a launch pricing of PhP 1,698,000. Meanwhile, customers purchasing the Ranger Raptor can still avail of the Ranger Raptor Premium Care Package, inclusive of a free 5-Year Scheduled Service Plan, 5-Year Warranty, and free 5-Year Roadside Assistance.

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5 reasons to watch Shōgun on Disney+

02/29/2024

No more rotting in your bed, spending your nights doom scrolling. Shōgun, now available on Disney+, is one of the biggest and most anticipated shows of 2024. Ready your popcorn and make TV night an event worthy of lengthy and admittedly nerdy conversations with friends once more. 

An engrossing historical drama, based on a best-selling novel with underlying themes of greed, loyalty, treachery, power, and passion –– satisfying every viewer’s appetite.

Shōgun is produced by FX, the same studio that carries critically acclaimed shows such as The Bear, What We Do in the Shadows, American Horror Story, and Fargo. Here are five reasons why it deserves to be part of your must-watch list: 

  1. The plot and the twists

Shōgun is big, bloody, and beautiful. While it is rooted in the real history of the period, the show follows fictional feudal lords as they each work their way to acquire more power and control.

You will find yourself rooting for characters while suspecting others of their real motives. Cunning characters, their shady background, and twisted views will keep you on your toes as you immerse yourself into the worlds of a great Japanese military ruler, a Japanese noblewoman, and a Dutch pilot, all with their agendas. 

The miniseries is a classic story about the fight for power and control but what the show does is depict Japanese culture in a way that’s never seen before on a show of this scale. 

Is Shōgun worthy to stand among the favorites that ultimately changed the way we watch series? We will soon find out, but Shōgun does not disappoint for sure. Shōgun explores the political, cultural, and religious state of Feudal Japan as it collides and falls into chaos. 

  1. The source material

Shōgun is based on James Clavell’s renowned book, selling more than 15 million copies. It is set in 1600 Japan at the dawn of the Japanese civil war. And if you’re thinking you’ve seen a show like this before, it’s probably because it had previously graced TV–in 1980.

The show was a hit and is considered one of the most successful miniseries produced by its home network. 

Why recreate something that’s already great then? In the case of Shōgun, the reason is multi-faceted. To honor the book’s fans and the author’s dedication to accurate details, to tell the story from a more Japanese-centered lens, and to reflect the political climate of the time and relate it to today’s landscape are just some of the driving forces behind the move.

And if that’s not enough reason for you, even the author’s daughter, Michaela Clavell, who has been managing James Clavell’s publishing rights since 1981, approved of the show’s magnificent portrayal, which she expressed during the press conference. She serves as an executive producer for the show.

  1. Japanese veteran actor and martial artist Hiroyuki Sanada leads the cast

Yes, the show’s lead does look familiar. Yes, you’ve seen him wield a katana many times before. And most recently, you’ve seen him in big Hollywood films alongside Keanu Reeves in John Wick and Brad Pitt in Bullet Train.

But before all of that, he was also in Sigaw Ng Puso, a 1995 Filipino film with Lorna Tolentino and Sharmaine Arnaiz! Sanada is, indeed, no stranger to extravagant productions and heavy and dramatic storytelling.

His decades-long career and expertise in the world of the samurai (he’s a martial artist, too!), made him a perfect fit as the show’s producer. 

Other members of the stellar cast include actress Anna Sawai, who plays Lady Toda Mariko, and recently appeared in Emmy-nominated limited series Pachinko. Cosmo Jarvis, known for his 2022 performance in Persuasion, stars as John Blackthorne.

Acclaimed Japanese cast members include Tadanobu Asano (Welcome Home, Monet), Hiroto Kanai (Tuna Girl), Takehiro Hira (The Swarm), and Moeka Hoshi (Dependence). 

  1. The top-tier costumes and production design

No Japanese historical drama is complete without the iconic samurai armor, kimono, and katana. Soon, you’ll be wielding your own Japanese sword and designing your costumes based on your favorite characters.

The show exerted clear-cut direction to bring every aspect of the show, including gestures and etiquette per societal class, to accurately portray 1600 Japan. Shōgun employed a number of Japanese experts to serve as consultants for the show, including three masters of gestures.

The group of advisors ensured that movement and behavior among the different classes of the Japanese characters were accurate to the time period. 

Travel back in time and live in Japan’s history defining era. Centuries-old castles, fishing villages, traditional home interior, and the 1600 Japanese landscape, including vegetation come alive as the show deploys an undefeated commitment to preserving the show’s accuracy to the most minute details. 

5.The big-gun directors

For a show of this scale, you need visionaries willing to spend years to make this show a reality. Shōgun employed the minds behind some of the most beautiful and captivating stories of recent times. 

You may know Frederick E.O. Toye, who directed 4 episodes of Shōgun, for helming Watchmen in 2019 and The Terminal List in 2022. Thriller series director Jonathan van Tulleken directed 2 episodes of Shōgun, bringing with him his recent work with the post-apocalyptic dystopian thriller Snowpiercer in 2020.

Japanese director Takeshi Fukunaga is no stranger to bringing Japanese stories to the screen with his recent work, Ainu Mosir. Hiromi Kamata also joins the list of top-gun directors, notable for his work in Selena: The Series. 

These visionaries together make Shōgun a cinematic masterpiece you cannot miss. Stream Shōgun only on Disney+

Enter the world of Shōgun, poised to be the biggest show of 2024. The first two episodes of Shōgun are now available on Disney+ and will have a new episode weekly thereafter.

Immerse yourself in the intricate world of the shōgunate, samurai and intense Japanese politics. Follow Disney+ PH on Facebook and Instagram @DisneyPlusPH to know the latest updates about Shōgun and join the conversation using #Shōgun and #DisneyPlusPH.

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