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July 29, 2025

Review: 2025 Hyundai Elantra 1.6T N Line


Carmakers often limit appending the name of their cars with the letters, “R,” “S,” “T,” or a combination of the three to connote something sporty. “M,” gets a pass, mainly because of its historical significance tied to BMW’s go-fast department. But what happens if you try to go for something different, say with a letter that’s more innocuous like, “N?” That’s exactly what Hyundai’s done with their high-performance N vehicles, and quite frankly, it’s raising eyebrows more than oohs and ahhs.

BYD Has Produced Its 13 Millionth New Energy Vehicle


BYD has produced their 13 millionth new energy vehicle—the first carmaker globally to reach the feat. The historic vehicle is the Yangwang U7 super sportscar which rolled off the production line last July 21.

Ford Is One Of The Top 50 Brands In The Philippines


Ford is one of the Philippines’ Top 50 Brands in 2025, according to a ranking done by global media giant Campaign. The study ranked brands according to nine key attributes: awareness, purchase intent, quality, recommendation, buying experience, customer experience, brand touchpoints, innovation, and loyalty.

Isuzu's Power Plus Deals Makes The D-Max More Accessible


Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) has signed a strategic partnership with Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) and Security Bank Corporation to launch the D-Max Power Plus Deals—an exclusive promotion that makes owning the Isuzu D-Max more accessible.

July 28, 2025

Volvo Cars PH Adds New Entry-Level EX30 Variant For P 2.35M


Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc., the exclusive distributor of Volvo Cars in the Philippines adds a new entry-level variant to the EX30 range. Read our review of the EX30 Ultra RWD Extended Range.

MG Motor Posts Strong First Half 2025 Sales Performance


SAIC Motor, the parent company of MG, has announced strong sales performance both here and abroad for the first half of 2025.

The Last Honda V10 Used By Ayrton Senna Is Going To Auction


You can now own a piece of Formula 1 history as Honda Racing Corporation is auctioning off the last Honda V10 engine raced by F1 legend Ayrton Senna. Number V805 of the RA100E, raced by Senna in the 1990 FIA Formula One World Championship is going under the hammer this August 15 at the Bonhams Quail Auction in Carmel, California.

Toyota Motor PH, PGH To Advance Healthcare With HEAL Program


The Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF), Toyota Motor Philippines Foundation (TMP Foundation), and the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to bring accessible, convenient healthcare for all. Under the Healthcare Mobility for All or HEAL Program, mobility serves as the bridge to better care for all.

July 27, 2025

Zeekr Is First Carmaker Named By Chinese Media To Have Artificially Inflated Sales


Zeekr has the dubious honor of being the first car brand named by Chinese state media to be caught inflating sales in recent years just to hit targets.

Toyota's P 3.5M Pledge To Help Habagat Victims Is Most Recent Way They've Given Back To The Philippines


The Toyota Motor Philippines Foundation (TMP Foundation) has pledged a cash donation of P 3.5-million for the procurement of rice to the DSWD for communities severely affected by the recent typhoons and Habagat (southwest monsoon).

Toyota Delays Debut Of 450-Horsepower 2.0-liter Engine Due To "Difficulties"


After unveiling a mid-engined GR Yaris at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025, Toyota and its motorsports arm, Toyota Gazoo Racing, is admitting to some difficulty in bringing the concept to fruition.

Ford Philippines Offering Parts, Labor Discounts For Customers With Flood-Damaged Vehicles


Ford Philippines is offering discounts on parts and labor to Ford customers whose vehicles were damaged by flooding and heavy rains brought about by typhoons Crising, Dante, and Emong.

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.

Porsche Is The Most "APEAL-ing" Brand To Own For Second Consecutive Year


The most “APEAL-ing” cars have just been revealed as J.D. Power publishes the result of their 2025 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) Study. The study measures the owners’ emotional attachment and level of excitement with their new vehicle. The APEAL Study asks owners to consider 37 attributes, ranging from the sense of comfort they feel when climbing into the driver’s seat to their exhilaration when they step on the accelerator. Vehicle owners’ responses to queries about these attributes are aggregated to compute an overall APEAL Index score.

July 26, 2025

So Far, The Lynk & Co 02 E-SUV Is The Safest SUV Euro NCAP Has Tested This Year


The Lynk & Co 02 E-SUV is the safest vehicle in its class this 2025 as tested by the Euro New Car Assessment Program or Euro NCAP.

See The Hyundai Palisade Hybrid At The SM Aura From July 25-27


Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) is bringing the all-new Palisade Hybrid (get the full specs) to its first public display at the Hyundai Mobility Experience (HME) in SM Aura. Mallgoers can get to be among the first to see the latest Hyundai hybrid addition in the metal at the Upper Ground Floor Atrium, on July 25 to 27.

July 25, 2025

Honda Cars PH Offering P 260K Discount On CR-V VX AWD Turbo For A Limited Time


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is offering an exclusive, limited-time discount of P 260,000 on the Honda CR-V 1.5 VX Turbo CVT AWD (2024 year model), dropping its price to just P 2,030,000.

First-Ever Electrified BMW M5 Arrives In Both Sedan, Touring Forms


SMC Asia Car Distributors Corporation has unveiled the all-new, seventh-generation BMW M5, and in a pleasant twist, is making both the sedan and touring (wagon) versions available by order. Either way, the M5 brings BMW’s quintessential sports sedan/wagon into the electrified age with its first-ever plug-in hybrid powertrain.

All-New 2026 Honda Prelude To Get Civic Type R Suspension Bits, Civic Hybrid Powertrain


After showing off its exterior design and glimpses of its interior too, Honda is starting to drop technical tidbits about the all-new, sixth-generation Prelude.

July 24, 2025

VinFast Embraces The "Fashionization" Of Car Design With The VF 7


Electric vehicles are reshaping car culture as automakers embrace the “fashionization” of design. For younger, eco-conscious drivers, cars like the VF 7 are becoming expressions of personal style.

First-Ever Inter-Island Rally Held In Lubang


In a landmark moment for Philippine motorsport, Lubang Island, Mindoro became the stage for the country’s first-ever inter-island rally sanctioned by the Automobile Association Philippines (AAP). Held over two days last June 27 to June, 2025, the event featured competitive rally stages, high-stakes driving, and full community involvement, setting a new precedent for motorsports in the country.

Honda Offering Discounts On Select Parts On Flood-Affected Vehicles With Honda Helps Program


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is stepping up in providing support to its customers in Luzon and Visayas whose vehicles were affected by the recent floods. Recognizing the financial strain that comes with vehicle repairs after such events, HCPI is offering a 30 percent discount on select spare parts through its Honda Helps Program.

Next-Gen Tamaraw One-Make Race Cars To Debut At Toyota Gazoo Racing PH Cup This August 9


The Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup (TGR Philippine Cup) is going full throttle for its third and final race weekend of 2025 on Saturday, August 9 at the Clark International Speedway in Pampanga.

July 23, 2025

Take A Look At The 2026 Hyundai Stargazer And Stargazer X


Hyundai held the global launch of the refreshed Stargazer and Stargazer X at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2025. The compact MPV as well as its SUV-styled derivative now offers a more rugged design and a longer list of creature comfort features.

New Hyundai Ioniq 5 Adds New Variant, Range, And Features With P 2.84M Starting Price (w/ Specs)


Hyundai Motor Philippines rolls out the refreshed and improved Ioniq 5. The enhancements bring a cleaner aesthetic along with feature and performance upgrades to the award-winning EV SUV.

Hyundai's Flagship EV SUV, The Ioniq 9 AWD Calligraphy Arrives With P 4.58M Price Tag (w/ Specs)


Hyundai Motor brings its flagship EV SUV, the Ioniq 9 to the Philippines. Embodying Hyundai’s philosophy of human-centric, cutting-edge technologies, this full-sized SUV boasts of cutting-edge design, innovative technology, and expansive interior space.

For P 3.98M, The New Hyundai Palisade Turbo Hybrid Blends Tech, Luxury, And Performance (w/ Specs)


Hyundai Motor Philippines introduces the new Palisade Turbo HEV, the latest addition to its growing line-up of hybrid SUVs. This three-row, 7-seater full-sized SUV brings sophistication and sustainability to the modern Filipino who desires refined luxury and future-ready technology.

Ford Bronco Goes All-Electric With The Help Of Jiangling Motors And BYD


Ford may be been hesitant in embracing electrified powertrains outside of Europe, but they’re now realizing that to compete in markets like China, they have to offer something with a strong New Energy flavor.

The BYD Sealion 5 DM-i Is A Tall Order Served Efficiently


BYD continues bringing in an offering for each of the hottest segments in the Philippines. The target this time is P 1.2-million crossover range where heavy hitters like the Honda BR-V, GAC GS3 Emzoom, and the recently launched new Hyundai Creta reside. Their gladiator of choice is the Sealion 5 DM-i. Available in a single trim; it comes with an introductory price of just P 1,198,000 (official SRP of P 1,248,000).

Shop At Ayala Malls, Win A Brand-New BYD


Your next shopping trip to any of these Ayala Malls can win you an all-new BYD. At stake as the grand prize are four different BYD models, based on where you shop.

SMC Infrastructure Reports All Green Across Its Expressways; G. Araneta Off-Ramp Still Closed


SMC Infrastructure reports that as of 6 PM, Tuesday, July 22, all expressways under its management—South Luzon Expressway (SLEX), STAR Tollway, Skyway System, NAIA Expressway, and Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX)—remain operational and passable.

July 22, 2025

Honda Acknowledges 11th-Gen Civic Clear Coat Issue As They Roll Out An Improvement


Issues with your 11th generation Civic’s paint work, particularly how easy it chips? Well, Honda seems to be acknowledging the problem as they’ve rolled out a rather peculiar update focusing on one thing and one thing only: the clear coat.

Nissan Takes 2024-2025 Formula E Driver's Championship


Nissan Formula E Team’s Oliver Rowland crowned an incredible season today by becoming the 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E World Champion, with two races left until the end of the season.

July 21, 2025

Omoda & Jaecoo PH's Independent Test Proves HEVs Can Be Cheaper To Run Than EVs, PHEVs


Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines may be out to prove the merits of its Super Hybrid System (SHS) plug-in hybrid, but they inadvertently also proved that traditional hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) can just be as cost-effective to run as PHEVs and BEVs.

Can The 345-Horsepower Lynk & Co 08 EMP Dance With The BYD Tang DM-i?


The BYD Tang DM-i may soon have company in the form of the Lynk & Co 08 EMP. Previewed at the Manila International Auto Show last April, the Lynk & Co 08 EMP has just received its LTO homologation pointing to a possible market launch in the coming months.

Can Kia Fight Back Against The BYD eMAX 7 With The Carens Clavis EV?


Kia is making bold steps in its electrification strategy, opting to go with regionally-developed products to supplement its globally developed ones. One such example is the Kia Carens Clavis EV which is built and solid in India with plans to offer it for global markets as well.

July 19, 2025

Toyota Motor PH Adds New Hiace Commuter Deluxe Variant


Toyota Motor Philippines adds a new variant of its snub-nosed Hiace Commuter Deluxe, only this time, it’s meant to service last-mile logistics services. Priced at P 1,621,000—it’s P 426,000 more than the flat-nosed Commuter Cargo which is still retained in the local line-up.

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.

The Chery Tiggo HEV Is Arriving At PH Showrooms


Watch out MG ZS and BYD Sealion 5 DM-i, the hybrid version of Chery’s small SUV—the Tiggo Cross—takes a step closer to arriving at local showrooms. The Tiggo Cross HEV has just received its homologation papers from the LTO which points to its imminent arrival.

July 18, 2025

What Do You Get With Hyundai's P 1.998M Santa Fe 2.5 GL 2WD 7-Seater SUV? (w/ Specs)


Hyundai Motor Philippines made a surprise by adding a sub-P2-million variant of its Santa Fe 7-seater mid-sized SUV. Priced at P 1,998,000, it’s now a match not just against traditional pickup-based passenger vehicles (PPVs), but also offerings from China as well.

Hyundai PH To Show P 1.998M Santa Fe At Hyundai Mobility Experience Alabang This July 18-20, 2025


Update (7/19): get the full specs of the Santa Fe 2.5 GL AWD here.

Hyundai Motor Philippines is adding a new variant of its 7-seater Santa Fe and this one sets you back just P 1,998,000. It makes its debut at the Festival Mall Alabang leg of the Hyundai Mobility Experience this Friday, July 18 to Sunday, July 20.

July 17, 2025

P 1.198M Dongfeng E70 Pro Is An EV Sedan Made For Private And Fleet Use


Legado Motors, the official distributor of Dongfeng vehicles in the Philippines launches its first-ever fully-electric sedan: the E70 Pro. And in a unique twist, they’re not marketing it solely to private individuals, but to fleet accounts, taxis, and TNVS services as well.

Mitsubishi Motors Unveils Turbocharged 7-Seater 2026 Destinator SUV


Mitsubishi Motors expands its model line-up with the introduction of the Destinator—a new three-row compact SUV that combines a tough, energetic design with strong performance.

Porsche Has Produced Its 1-Millionth Macan


The Porsche Macan has hit a production milestone with the one-millionth SUV rolling off the assembly line in Leipzig, Germany. Manufactured there since 2013, the Macan has achieved great popularity worldwide. In 2024 alone, 82,795 examples were delivered to customers.

Tesla Heads To Powerplant Mall For The First Time


Tesla Philippines is heading to the Powerplant Mall in Rockwell, Makati for the first time. Displaying the Model 3 and Model Y at the South Court from July 18 to 27, mallgoers can immerse themselves in the world of Tesla including various charging options that will be highlighted during the showcase. Test drives will also be made available.

Nissan Alabang Bestowed With Nissan Global Award At 2025 Dealer Of The Year Awards


Nissan Alabang is the recipient of the 2025 Nissan Global Award. It serves as the highest recognition that is given to a dealership that reflects the Japanese carmaker’s global standards of operational excellence and customer service.

July 16, 2025

Ayala Corporation's Evro And Shell Pilipinas Unifies EV Charging Experience


Ayala Corporation’s Evro has partnered with Shell Pilipinas to integrate Shell Recharge stations into the Evro network. This marks the first true roaming integration between major EV Charge Point Operators (CPOs) in the Philippines, positioning Evro as a unified platform where users can access Shell’s chargers, alongside those of other leading networks.

RACE To Replace CARS Program; Toyota Intends To Join With Next-Generation Tamaraw


Move over, CARS; it’s now time to RACE. Word that president Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr. has no plan of further extending the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) program first implemented under the administration of Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III, are proven true as the government is rolling out the Revitalizing Automotive Industry for Competitive Enhancement or RACE.

Akio Toyoda Enjoys Really Good Tea


As the chairman of Toyota, Akio Toyoda knows that drinking and driving don’t mix. However, that doesn’t mean he can’t share his connoisseur’s taste elsewhere. Meet the Morizo Tea, a premium craft Japanese green tea that’s good enough to sniff like fine wine.

GAC Motor, JAC Group To Post Record Losses Due To On-Going Price War


Driven by an extended price war and plant overcapacity, GAC (Guangzhou Automobile Group) and JAC (Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Co., Ltd) are expected to post their biggest ever second-quarter losses according to a report published by Reuters.