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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

The all-new Audi S5 Sedan: Hybrid performance meets everyday sophistication

The new Audi S5 Sedan marks the evolution of Audi’s premium performance sedan, bringing together powerful hybrid technology, progressive design, and intelligent innovation in a package…

First Look

June 23, 2026

The GWM Haval H7 isn’t your typical soft-roader, starts at PHP 1.298M

First Look

June 16, 2026

Experience freedom and joy with the all-new Toyota Land Cruiser FJ

First Look

June 12, 2026

The all-new Toyota Hilux arrives with next-generation technology

First Look

June 12, 2026

Top of the Week

The evergreen Mitsubishi Mirage gets the ‘Shield’

September 3, 2021

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

Reviews

June 23, 2026

VinFast says ‘Rentapasada’ is easy ‘drive-to-earn’ program

Industry

June 23, 2026

Vinfast, V-Green, VinEnergo and Green GSM provides 50M relief to communities in Mindanao

Industry

June 23, 2026

The Vinfast VF3 keeps finding new jobs

Industry

June 23, 2026

From test drive to ownership: Volvo partners with BPI for exclusive financing offers this Father’s Day

Deals & Promos

June 23, 2026

Chevrolet joins Philippine Drift Series 2026 as Official Mobility Partner

Industry

June 23, 2026

Lamborghini Miura: from super sports icon to gaming protagonist

Industry

June 23, 2026

Daring art in motion: Nissan and Quiccs expand their creative collaboration at PIMS

Industry

June 22, 2026

Industry

Mercedes-Benz Philippines celebrates 140 Years of innovation and the enduring legacy of Chedeng

Mercedes-Benz Philippines celebrates a historic milestone as the brand marks 140 years of pioneering innovation, engineering excellence, and automotive leadership. To commemorate this…

Industry

June 20, 2026

Big car energy: Why the GAC AION UT feels bigger than its segment

Industry

June 20, 2026

Make every drive count with Toyota’s June deals and promos

Industry

June 20, 2026

Shell Pilipinas bags multiple regional awards for innovation and community impact

Industry

June 20, 2026

Reviews

Lexus RX 500h — The Fast and The Luxurious

Reviews

May 23, 2026

Top of the Category

The Kia Sonet remains stellar in tumultuous times

Reviews

May 4, 2026

Radar EM-P Luxury 4×4 – This crossover pickup is legit

Reviews

March 30, 2026

Hyundai Palisade 2.5T HEV Calligraphy 6AT AWD—When you want to have it all

Reviews

March 23, 2026

Road Trip

VinFast’s relentless drive: Inside Vietnam’s fast-rising green mobility giant

There are ambitious car companies, and then there is VinFast. After recently spending a week in Vietnam touring the company’s sprawling manufacturing complex just outside Hanoi, experiencing…

Road Trip

June 16, 2026

Red hot all-electric chili pepper: Porsche Cayenne Electric lands in Southeast Asia

Road Trip

June 9, 2026

byUlysses Ang

VinFast’s PHP1.239M VF MPV 7 proves EV family mobility doesn’t have to break the bank

Road Trip

June 5, 2026

The force is strong with the 2027 Kia Seltos

Road Trip

May 23, 2026

byUlysses Ang

two wheels

Honda PH celebrates 12M sales milestone

Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI), the leading motorcycle manufacturer in the Philippines, has reached a significant milestone with 12 million cumulative unit sales on April 30, 2026. This…

Two Wheels

May 13, 2026

Vespa brings the Sprint and Primavera 180cc pieces to PH

Two Wheels

April 15, 2026

CFMOTO Day: The rise of a new-age motorcycle festival

Two Wheels

April 1, 2026

byJinno Rufino

Vinfast announces global expansion strategy for electric scooters

February 3, 2026

Maserati sharpens its lineup with the new GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale

Maserati has updated three of its most important models. The GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale get fresh styling, upgraded technology, enhanced driving dynamics, and expanded powertrain…

First Look

June 22, 2026

BYD kicks off Tech Tour in Clark, unveils special preview of the BYD Atto 2 DM-i

BYD Cars Philippines has opened the BYD Tech Tour at SM City Clark, bringing its latest innovations in electric mobility to Central Luzon. Alongside the full BYD line up, guests are treated to…

Industry

June 20, 2026

Shell fuel vouchers, other service perks available under Hyundai’s ‘Fuel Your Drive’ Promo

Hyundai Motor Philippines, Inc. (HMPH) is encouraging customers to prioritize regular vehicle maintenance through its “Fuel Your Drive” Promo. Rewards are in store for participating customers…

Deals & Promos

June 20, 2026

Drivin’ in the rain: How VinFast’s VF MPV 7 handles the Philippine wet season

Can an electric vehicle handle the rainy season? The VinFast VF MPV 7 packs several features designed to help Filipino drivers navigate the rainy season with greater confidence. When the rainy…

Industry

June 19, 2026

New Chevrolet Baguio: Strengthens northern Luzon with 3S-certified dealership

Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official distributor of Chevrolet in the Philippines, continues to strengthen its presence in Northern Luzon with the official inauguration of…

Industry

June 19, 2026

Jetour Auto Calamba opens doors in Laguna

JETOUR Auto Philippines continues to grow its presence in Southern Luzon with the opening of JETOUR Auto Calamba, the newest dealership in its expanding network, operated by Areza Motors…

Industry

June 19, 2026

Lexus brings its vision of electrified luxury to Greenhills

Discover the Lexus difference and experience the brand’s vision of modern luxury firsthand. From June 19 to 21, 2026 at the South Wing of Greenhills Mall in San Juan, Metro Manila, Lexus…

June 19, 2026