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September 19, 2023

MyToyota Wallet App Adds E-Money Feature


Toyota Financial Services Philippines (TFSPH) is excited to announce the launch of myToyota Wallet's e-money feature, in partnership with Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI).

September 18, 2023

An Ode To The Internal Combustion Engine: Mazda Fan Festa 2023 At Fuji Speedway


It was a traffic jam worth being in. As our bus went inside the premises of the Fuji International Speedway, we were surrounded by a gaggle of Mazdas. Most were MX-5s, CX-5s, and CX-60s, but there was an odd Mazda Luce or two. Seeing the sight, our bus driver muttered the words, “Ah, rotary engine.” While I couldn’t make out the rest of his Nihongo, his knowledge of Mazda’s trademark engine spoke volumes of the brand’s indelible mark among the Japanese, and the rest of the world for that matter.

Toyota Vios Cup Races Through Round 2; Final Round Set For November 11


Racers and racing enthusiasts gathered once again at the Clark International Speedway (CIS) last September 9 as Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) kicked off the second leg of its longest-running premier one-make-race series, the Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Vios Cup.

Grab Builds Tech To Support Driver-Partners


Grab introduces two new tech features to its driver app as part of its continued commitment to support its driver-partners to earn more. 

Toyota Reveals Aggressive Timeline For Next-Generation Battery Technology


Toyota has announced an aggressive timeline for its battery technology, including the production start of its next-generation electric vehicles by 2026. The plan was unveiled at the launch of the Japanese carmaker’s BEV factory in Japan.

Review: BMW X1 sDrive18d XLine


You can tell how much a brand values its name by how much thought is put into the details of every product that is produced. Consistency is key, especially when it comes to the standard of quality, starting with design, engineering, and of course, the final make. Not only should the final output look great, the attention to detail regarding construction should be impeccable. This characteristic is what sets BMW apart from other luxury car brands.

September 17, 2023

5 Electric Vehicle Myths Debunked


In recent years, electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. However, they have also faced their fair share of skepticism and negative publicity. Rommel Juan, Chairman of the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP), has been a staunch advocate for EVs and is committed to debunking these myths.

September 15, 2023

Chinese Luxury Brand Hongqi Arrives In The Philippines


Chinese luxury vehicle brand Hongqi has entered the Philippines as the second brand distributed by EVOxTerra.

Jetour Auto Heads To The Cebu Auto Show


Jetour Auto Philippines Inc., the exclusive distributor of Jetour vehicles in the country, is at the Cebu Auto Show 2023 with its lineup of vehicles.

The Mazda MX-30 R-EV Is A Rotary-Powered Hybrid That Can Power Homes During Emergencies


Mazda’s rotary engine-charged plug-in hybrid vehicles—the MX-30 R-EV has an interesting capability that could help during natural disasters and power outages.

Honda Brings Back Iconic Motocompo As All-Electric Foldable Scooter


Honda gives one of its ‘80s icons, the Motocompo, a modern electric makeover: meet the Honda Motocompacto. This all-electric foldable scooter will hit select global markets such a price tag of around P 60,000.

Peugeot PH Holds Test Drive Weekend Event September 15 To 17


Peugeot Philippines is holding simultaneous test drive activities today until Sunday, September 17.

Volvo Cars PH Launching All-Electric C40, XC40 On October 4


Volvo Philippines is geared to launch its two new all-electric models on October 4, 2023. The pure electric Volvo C40 Recharge Twin and the XC40 Recharge Twin models are revved up to roll on Philippine roads by the start of the fourth quarter of this year.

September 14, 2023

Meet The Philippine Team To The Toyota Gazoo Racing GT Cup 2023 Asia Finals


Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has announced the conclusion of the 2023 Toyota Gazoo Racing Gran Turismo Cup Philippines (TGR GT Cup PH) season with the staging of the National Finals that was streamed online last September 6.

2024 BMW M2 Arrives In Philippines For P 5.990M (w/ Specs)


BMW Philippines brings in the all-new, second-generation M2 compact high-performance sportscar. Harking back to the legendary BMW 2002 turbo, the M2 offers an unadulterated driving experience that few in its price point can match.

September 13, 2023

2024 Mazda3 Is Philippines' Most Feature-Packed Compact Car. Starts At P 1.51M (w/ Specs)


The award-winning Mazda3 builds on its engaging driving dynamics and sophisticated design with new comfort and connectivity features for 2024. The updates are part of Mazda Philippines’ promise of offering the latest human-centric technologies that promote Mazda’s central tenet of Jinba-ittai while also reinforcing its status as the most fully-loaded car in the market today.

Here Are The Prices, Full Specs Of The All-New 2024 Honda CR-V (w/ Specs)


After opening reservations a couple of weeks back, Honda Cars Philippines has finally launched the all-new, sixth-generation CR-V. With cumulative sales surpassing the 70,000-unit mark in the country, the all-new compact SUV seeks to capitalize on its iconic nameplate by offering enhanced comfort, next-generation connectivity, and the availability of Honda’s latest gasoline-electric hybrid system.

The Omoda 5 (And Jaecoo 7) Will Be Built At This Super Factory


The global, tech-driven ambitions of Omoda must have the manufacturing facility to match. That’s why every Omoda, and in turn, every Jaecoo is built at one of so-called Super Factories.

Ford Refreshes F-150 For 2024 With Trick Tailgate, Improved Electricals


Ford updates its F-150 pickup truck with revised styling, improved performance, and a new trick tailgate.

2024 Mazda CX-90 Earns Highest Safety Rating; PH Launch Slated For September 22


Ahead of its official Philippine debut on September 22, Mazda’s flagship three-row SUV, the 2024 CX-90 has been awarded with the U.S.-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)’s highest rating: the 2023 Top Safety Pick+.

Toyota Motor PH Revises 2024 Hilux Line-Up (w/ Specs)


Toyota Motor Philippines has bumped up the pricing of the Hilux range to coincide with the arrival of the Hilux GR Sport at authorized showrooms nationwide starting today.

September 12, 2023

Caltex PH Launches Power Diesel With Twice The Cleaning Power


Caltex, marketed by Chevron Philippines, has launched its newest diesel fuel: Caltex Power Diesel with Techron D.

2024 Lotus Emeya Wants To Take On The Porsche Taycan


Lotus has unveiled the Emeya—its first four-door “hyper GT.” It brings the British carmaker (now owned by Geely)’s 75-year expertise in engineering and design together with an all-electric powertrain.

2024 Toyota Vios Scores 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Rating


Despite all the hoopla surrounding the rigged safety test of the all-new Vios, the fourth-generation sub-compact sedan still managed to score perfect at the ASEAN New Car Assessment Program or ASEAN NCAP.

BMW Philippines Appoints Third EV Dealership


SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp., the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, officially announced the appointment of Autoallee BMW as its third official BMW i retailer in the country. This strategic expansion of our brand’s network is a proactive response to the increasing demand for premium electric mobility solutions in the market.

Honda Cars PH Says Stocks Of HR-V Now Stable


During the launch of the current-generation HR-V, Honda Cars Philippines encountered supply problems brought on the chip shortage and logistics challenges. Finally, there’s good news.

September 11, 2023

Save On Your Honda Service Until December 11


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is starting the “Ber” months with exclusive aftersales service deals and discounts happening until December 11.

Nissan Continues To Empower Women In Its Workforce


Nissan has underscored its commitment to promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment in the workplace by signing the UN Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs).