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August 30, 2025

byUlysses Ang

Mid Year Review 2025

HMPH Continues Dealer Network Expansion with Opening of Hyundai Calamba

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) expands its growing dealer network to a total of 41 dealerships with the inauguration of Hyundai Calamba on August 7, 2025. This also marks the brand’s…

September 5, 2025

From trackside cheers to online arenas: Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippines shows how motorsport continues to grow and inspire

Engines roared and hearts raced as the 2025 Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Philippine Cup culminated at the Clark International Speedway in Mabalacat, Pampanga last August 9. This final leg of…

September 3, 2025

byAngel Rivero

Heightening driving (and riding) enjoyment with the new Kia Carnival

When the drive to the destination is already more than half the fun Ask me to choose between a medium-to-large SUV and a minivan and I will always pick the latter. A minivan is better at…

August 31, 2025

The 2026 Mitsubishi Xpander and Xpander Cross expands its tech suite

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation just unveiled the newest iteration of the country’s best-selling MPV. For the first time, they held a joint launch for the Xpander and Xpander…

August 31, 2025

First Look

Nissan’s new Kicks drops, still with e-POWER

Nissan Philippines ushers in a new generation of its electrified subcompact SUV with the launch of the all-new Nissan Kicks e-POWER. First introduced in the Philippines in 2022, the Kicks…

First Look

August 31, 2026

MG unveils new S5 EV, launches New Energy Tour 2026

First Look

August 29, 2026

Right on cue: GAC unveils the GS4 MAX HEV at introductory P1.218M

First Look

August 29, 2026

All-new 2027 Mazda CX-5 goes hybrid

First Look

August 26, 2026

Top of the Week

The evergreen Mitsubishi Mirage gets the ‘Shield’

September 3, 2021

MG launches S5 EV, starts off Multiply Greatness Tour 2026

First Look

August 31, 2026

The Philippines welcomes its only MINI 1965 Victory Edition

Industry

August 29, 2026

VinFast VF 6’s IP67-rated powertrain is built for flood-prone PH roads

Industry

August 29, 2026

UAAGI on the move: EV lineup takes over SM Megamall from Sept 3-6

Industry

August 29, 2026

Jetour PH named top PHEV-selling brand for H1 2026

Industry

August 29, 2026

Why the right fuel matters in the long run

Industry

August 29, 2026

GAC GN6: The MVP MPV for Filipino families

Industry

August 29, 2026

iCAUR to enter the PH in October with V23 and V27 NEVs

Industry

August 29, 2026

Industry

Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup debuts in Batangas Racing Circuit, continues as rolling lab for Race Weekend 3

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) held Race Weekend 3 of the 2026 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) Philippine Cup, TMP’s premier racing series, last August 15 at the Batangas Racing Circuit (BRC). This…

Industry

August 29, 2026

Dubai-imported. GR-S tuned. Built to command attention. 🇦🇪🔥

Industry

August 28, 2026

Xpeng secures over $900M for robotics business ahead of PH launch

Industry

August 27, 2026

Inchcape and Changan announced mutual conclusion of distribution

Industry

August 27, 2026

Reviews

Denza B5: The premium SUV formula gets a refreshing twist

August 18, 2026

Top of the Category

Existentialism and the Ford Mustang Mach-E

Reviews

July 25, 2026

Subaru WRX – The SUV antidote

Reviews

July 22, 2026

The Hyundai Kona grows up with sharper styling, more refinement—and hybrid power

Reviews

June 23, 2026

Road Trip

Seeing the best of Europe in Thailand with the new BMW iX3

They call it Neue Klasse (pronounced as “NOY-uh KLAHSS-uh;” new class” in English). It may sound like just another fancy new foreign term drummed up by the marketing department. It’s not.…

Road Trip

August 19, 2026

The ZS formula is still strong in the MG G50 PHEV and MG4 Urban EV

August 3, 2026

Experiencing two forms of MG’s electrification with the ZS Hybrid+ and G50 PHEV

August 1, 2026

bySam Surla

Surprising thrills with the Honda CR-V and Prelude

Road Trip

June 30, 2026

two wheels

Honda expands Click series with the Click125 Smart Edition White

Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI), the leading motorcycle manufacturer in the country, officially introduces the latest addition to the popular model lineup with The Click125 Smart Edition White,…

Two Wheels

August 27, 2026

Honda NAVi Ride Away with Dunkin’ Treats!

Two Wheels

August 6, 2026

The quick-swap 1-minute advantage that sets the Vinfast Feliz II apart

Two Wheels

July 29, 2026

Honda PH launches MyHonda+ app and revamped website for motorcycles

Two Wheels

July 25, 2026

ExxonMobil appoints TPC Energy Corporation to serve Mobil lubricants at EcoOil fuel stations

ExxonMobil Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. Is partnering with TPC Energy Corporation as an official distributor for Mobil™ branded lubricant products and services in the Philippines. With more than two…

Industry

August 29, 2026

Green GSM Philippines launches premium taxi, a 7-seat high-end electric taxi service

Green GSM, an all-electric ride-hailing platform, today officially launched Premium Taxi, an upscale seven-seat taxi service in the Philippines. With an all-electric fleet of sophisticated and…

Industry

August 26, 2026

PH car sales increase for 3rd straight month in July

The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association, Inc. (TMA) reported total sales of 37,319 units for the month of July. Combined…

Industry

August 26, 2026

Ultra-exclusive Audi Nuvolari wins Design of the Year at 2026 CAR Genius Awards

The Audi Nuvolari has been named Design of the Year at the 2026 UK-based CAR Genius Awards, earning international recognition for its progressive design, clear proportions, and unmistakable…

Industry

August 26, 2026

Volvo XC90 T8 PHEV wins Best 7-seater Car 2026 in UK

Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Volvo Cars in the Philippines is honored to celebrate the Volvo XC90 T8 PHEV following its recognition as Best Seven-Seater…

Industry

August 25, 2026

Suzuki PH brings “Good Vibes Ahead” to SM Mall of Asia

Get ready for a weekend packed with cars, games, prizes, and family fun as Suzuki Philippines brings its Auto Festival, “Good Vibes Ahead,” to the SM Mall of Asia Central Atrium on August…

Industry

August 25, 2026

Xpeng set to introduce AI mobility to the Philippines

The rapid arrival of Chinese automotive brands has transformed the Philippine market, bringing electric vehicles with impressive range, sophisticated design, generously equipped cabins, and…

Industry

August 25, 2026