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December 1, 2025

The Jetour T1 i-DM Is For The More Subtle Adventurer

I’ll spare you from any tito references this time around and just say that for all that it is, the Jetour T2 is indeed a good SUV. However, one can’t deny it’s not for everybody. Sure, it’s pricey but aside from that, it’s also too obvious. The very macho silhouette, over-emphasized flares, and the Jetour badge at the grille isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. This is where the Jetour T1 comes in.

Review: 2025 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range RWD

Tesla. Such a complicated car company making rather uncomplicated cars. At times, it’s hard to separate Elon Musk’s—it’s CEO and “Technoking”—occasional tirades and the EVs he’s making to the point that people form strong opinions on a Tesla without even sitting, let alone driving one. Honestly, I was one of those people given my experience, at least when it comes to a Model 3, was limited to just Uber rides around Europe. However, that has all changed and after spending four days with one, the hype—not the hate—is most definitely real.

Nissan Teases Creta, Seltos Rivaling 2026 Tekton SUV

We’re still waiting for confirmation whether Nissan Philippines has greenlit the arrival of the Magnite, Nissan has revealed a second Made in India global SUV: the Nissan Tekton.

Usually when a car transitions into electrification, it’s more of a drag and drop thing. Drag this car to the lab, drop a hybrid powertrain, and then release it to the public. Ford did things differently with the Territory Hybrid. They timed it to go with a refresh, making the package even more remarkable. It got new bells, whistles, and clothes to go with that fresh electrified setup.

Review: 2025 MG One 1.5 CVT Lux

I don’t know exactly what MG had in mind when they came up with the MG One. When it was launched, it was sized like the MG HS (which was offered at the time), and even shares similar price points and features. MG seems to admit to it as much since its name, which spells out “ONE” doesn’t fit in with the rest of the line-up’s alphanumeric naming convention which uses Arabic numerals like 3, 4, 5, and 7. Perhaps, I’d get the full picture when the all-new MG HS comes in, but for now, it begs the question: does it make sense for MG to spawn off a separate product line based simply on how it looks?

Review: 2025 Honda HR-V 1.5 S Honda SENSING

The Honda HR-V is a textbook case of the effects of inflation. When it was launched in 2022, this entry-level variant you see here was priced at P 1.25-million. All things considered, it was a good value crossover. As time marched on and a midcycle refresh came into the picture, its SRP crept up until it settled to P 1.45-million—a P 200,000 increase compared to when it first launched three years ago. With no major changes then and now, this is unsettling not just for the HR-V, but for Honda as a whole, who’ve been slowly, but surely pricing themselves off market.

Review: 2025 Honda HR-V RS e:HEV Honda SENSING

If there’s one issue everyone has with Honda’s e:HEV hybrid line-up, it’s that they’re just too darn expensive. When they introduced the CR-V RS e:HEV in 2024, its P 2.6-million price tag already got some tongues wagging; by the time the P 2-million Civic RS e:HEV rolled out in 2025, the conversation turned to: what are they smoking? It’s a shame, because price notwithstanding, they do offer Honda’s trademark fun-to-drive character with impressive real-world fuel economy.

Toyota Motor PH Adds New Yaris Cross Hybrid Variant Starting This August

Toyota Motor Philippines adds a new variant to its Yaris Cross range starting this August with the Yaris Cross SE HEV. Priced at P 1,690,000, it’s P 80,000 more than the Yaris Cross S HEV.

The Mitsubishi Xforce GT Is In Its Own Bubble

I was excited when the Mitsubishi Xforce finally landed in the country. It was Mitsubishi’s first crossover after the ASX (that I still adore) and came after the current sub-compact crossover king—the Geely Coolray—encountered hiccups that lead to its demise from the rankings. The GAC GS3 Emzoom isn’t quite there yet to claim the empty throne and so Mitsubishi still has a chance with their new Xforce.

The 2026 Subaru Uncharted Goes From 0-100 kph In Just 5 Seconds!

Subaru has launched their third all-electric vehicle, the first-ever Subaru Uncharted. Once again enlisting the help of Toyota, the Uncharted brings the six-star brand straight into, pardon the pun, uncharted territory as it ditches its trademark all-wheel drive in a SUV/crossover—the first time in over 30 years.

2025 Toyota Corolla Cross GR Sport: This Is The Crossover I'm Looking For

As fate would have it, this is the first time I got my hands on the top-of-the-line Corolla Cross GR Sport. Personally, I’ve driven the mid-trim 1.8 V pre-facelift and the 1.8 G post-facelift. Our ever-busy writer, Gen, was able to find time for it in 2023, but besides that, this GR Sport variant has yet to see proper drive time on this site. Since I’m in the market for a small, incognito-ish hybrid SUV to replacing my aging CX-5 Diesel, I took this opportunity to get seat time for a proper evaluation.

The 2026 Subaru Uncharted Could Bring In A Credible 343 Horsepower

While other carmakers are starting to get wary with their all-electric ambitions, Subaru is on a BEV roll. After unveiling a significantly updated Solterra and the Trailseeker, they’re quickly adding a third all-electric SUV to their line-up: the Uncharted.

Ford Territory Hybrid Confirmed For Philippine Market

Ford Philippines may have announced the Mustang Mach-E as its first electrified model for the market, but it won’t be the last. Confirmed in LTO homologation papers is the arrival of the Territory Hybrid too.

Hyundai Kona Returns With Hybrid Power. Yours Starting At P 1.528M (w/ Specs)

Hyundai Motor Philippines is bringing back one of its most popular nameplates during its third anniversary celebrations, and this time it comes with hybrid power as standard.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Has Just Teased The Return Of The Kona

How’s this for a move no one saw coming: the return of the Hyundai Kona. After bringing back the Elantra and refreshing the Creta, it looks like Hyundai Motor Philippines is finally re-entering the compact crossover segment once more.

Forgive us if this seems like old news, but we just found out that Toyota Motor Philippines gave the Corolla Cross a cheeky hidden update these past few months.

2025 Hyundai Creta Drops With Available Turbo Variant And P 1.134M Starting Price (w/ Specs)

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) officially unveils the new Creta, and for the first time, is now available in the N Line variant.

The Refreshed 2025 Omoda C5 Has Just Gone Global

After being revealed in China late last year, the updated Omoda C5 has now gone global. Known as the “Chery C5” in other markets, the Omoda C5 brings an updated design, a bigger luggage space, and enhanced driving dynamics into the mix.

The VinFast VF 6 Could Use Some More Work

One year after arriving in the Philippines, Vinfast was finally brave enough to put their cars in a real-world test drive here in the country. No more going around in circles or squares outside malls or test drive events. They brought the VF 5, VF 6, VF 7, and VF 9 for a day drive from their showroom in EDSA-Ortigas to Tagaytay. Since there are too many people and cars, I decided to focus on their newest offering: the VF 6.

Hyundai Motor PH Is Launching The Refreshed Creta (Including The N Line Variant) Before The End Of May

After its ASEAN debut in Indonesia early this year, the refreshed Hyundai Creta will finally be making its way to the Philippines. The wait won’t be long as Hyundai Motor Philippines confirmed that it’ll be launching before the end of the month.

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December 1, 2025

The Jetour T1 i-DM Is For The More Subtle Adventurer

October 26, 2025

Review: 2025 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range RWD

October 8, 2025

Nissan Teases Creta, Seltos Rivaling 2026 Tekton SUV

The Ford Territory Hybrid Provides A No Worries Motoring Experience

September 25, 2025

Review: 2025 MG One 1.5 CVT Lux

August 19, 2025

Review: 2025 Honda HR-V 1.5 S Honda SENSING

August 12, 2025

Review: 2025 Honda HR-V RS e:HEV Honda SENSING

August 1, 2025

Toyota Motor PH Adds New Yaris Cross Hybrid Variant Starting This August

July 27, 2025

The Mitsubishi Xforce GT Is In Its Own Bubble

July 19, 2025

The 2026 Subaru Uncharted Goes From 0-100 kph In Just 5 Seconds!

July 14, 2025

2025 Toyota Corolla Cross GR Sport: This Is The Crossover I'm Looking For

July 11, 2025

The 2026 Subaru Uncharted Could Bring In A Credible 343 Horsepower

June 24, 2025

Ford Territory Hybrid Confirmed For Philippine Market

June 20, 2025

Hyundai Kona Returns With Hybrid Power. Yours Starting At P 1.528M (w/ Specs)

June 2, 2025

Hyundai Motor Philippines Has Just Teased The Return Of The Kona

Did You Know About This Toyota Corolla Cross Upgrade For 2025?

May 27, 2025

2025 Hyundai Creta Drops With Available Turbo Variant And P 1.134M Starting Price (w/ Specs)

May 19, 2025

The Refreshed 2025 Omoda C5 Has Just Gone Global

May 18, 2025

The VinFast VF 6 Could Use Some More Work

May 15, 2025

Hyundai Motor PH Is Launching The Refreshed Creta (Including The N Line Variant) Before The End Of May