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January 14, 2025

The Lexus Electrified Sport Concept Is Coming To Manila


In celebration of the brand’s 16th anniversary in the Philippines, Lexus is bringing in the Lexus Electrified Sport Concept. It will be on display at Lexus Manila from January 17 to 19 and Lexus Mitsukoshi from January 24 to 26.

This R32 GT-R Powered By Electric Motors Is A Sign That Nissan Needs Help


The most obvious sign that Nissan’s R&D department lack of creativity and emotion is found in their decision to create the R32 EV for the Tokyo Auto Salon (read or watch the video at the bottom).

NAIAX, Portions Of Skyway Stage 3 Speed Limit Increased To 80 KPH


SMC Infrastructure announced an increase in the speed limit on the NAIA Expressway (NAIAX) to 80 km/h from 60 km/h effective January 15, 2025. Similar speed limit adjustments will be implemented on straight sections of Skyway Stage 3 starting January 20, 2025. These adjustments follow a comprehensive study conducted by the company’s traffic safety managers.

Lexus Greets 2025 With Personalized Ownership Packages For Select Models


Lexus invites you to start the new year with a journey into luxury, innovation, and craftsmanship. Combining thoughtful design and cutting-edge technology, Lexus models embody what it means to drive in style and comfort.

January 13, 2025

2025 Jaecoo EJ6 Now Available In The Philippines


After starting retail sales of the Omoda C5 and E5, the next vehicle set to be launched by Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines looks to be the boxy all-electric Jaecoo EJ6. In fact, as fledging O&J dealers have them already in stock, its specs and prices have already been (quietly) announced.

2025 Honda Civic Type R Grows Up With Black Package


We love the Honda Civic Type R FL5 (read our review). But, if there’s one complaint we have against it, it’s that there’s just too much red inside. This is all part of the Type R lore, we know, but extending the red not just to the seats, but to the carpets is a bit much to the eyes. Seems there are many who agree because Honda’s come up with the Civic Type R Black Package.

BYD Cars Opens In Fairview And Commonwealth


BYD Cars Philippines strengthens its presence in Metro Manila with the inauguration of two new dealerships under Harmony Auto Philippines: BYD Fairview and BYD Commonwealth.

The BYD Atto 2 Is Destined To Do Battle Against HR-V, Yaris Cross


BYD is expanding the Atto SUV family with the introduction of the Atto 2. Known as the Yuan Up in China and Yuan Pro elsewhere, the Atto 2 is a budget-conscious, all-electric, sub-compact SUV that’s big on tech.

Honda Cars PH Is Discounting The CR-V By As Much As P 200K This Month


Honda Cars Philippines (HCPI) is welcoming 2025 with a barrage of deals running until January 31, 2025. The deals include low all-in down payments, low monthly amortizations, and cash discounts of up to P 200,000!

New Look Isuzu Dealerships Open In Rizal And Taytay


Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), in partnership with AC Motors Automobile Group (AC Motors), announces the grand opening of two new Isuzu Outlet Standard (IOS) dealerships in Rizal and Taytay. The event was led by IPC President Mr. Tetsuya Fujita and AC Motors President Mr. Antonio “Toti” Zara.

January 12, 2025

Review: 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 S HEV


How’s this for a dilemma? Priced at P 1.604 million, the Yaris Cross 1.5 S HEV is more expensive than the base Corolla Cross 1.8 G HEV. That difference, mind you, is significant as the spread between these two models is P 96,000. For a new car buyer, that could mean covering the cost of insurance or scoring a decent set of aftermarket wheels and tires. As one of the few instances in the local auto industry where you have two closely-sized products overlapping one another in terms of price, it begs you to ask: should you go for the smaller but well-kitted crossover or should you go for the bigger but barebones larger SUV?

January 11, 2025

The Subaru WRX STI Makes A Comeback With 300 Horsepower


Subaru fans, this is what you’ve been waiting for: the return of the WRX STI. Three years after Subaru decided to axe plans to come up with a high-performance version of the “VB” WRX, the folks over at Subaru Technica International (STI) has finally weaved their magic in the form of the WRX STI S210.

The Honda Civic Hybrid Is The 2025 North American Car Of The Year


The Honda Civic Hybrid is the 2025 North American Car of the Year. The longest-running new-vehicle awards not associated with a single publication, the Civic Hybrid was judged by 50 automotive journalists from various outlets in the United States and Canada as the best car in North America.

Drift King Keiichi Tsuchiya, Hyundai N Work To Make The Ioniq 5 N DK Edition


Drift King Keiichi Tsuchiya didn’t just give his stamp of approval to the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, he actually helped create a special edition of the all-electric performance car (with the help of Autobacs Seven) which will be sold in Korea and Japan called the Ioniq 5 N Performance DK Edition (or Ioniq 5 N DK Edition for short).

Mazda6 Returns As All-Electric Sedan With A Big Help From China


Mazda has launched an all-new version of the Mazda6 sedan for Europe, and it’s electric. While that sounds like good news, there’s a catch and it’s a big one. See, the Mazda6e, as it’s called, is not 100 percent a Mazda through and through, but rather, it’s built off a platform and runs on a powertrain developed by Changan in China.

NAIA Terminal 1 Opens Main Arrivals Curbside Ending VIP-Only Restriction


New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), the private operator of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), has opened the main arrival curbside at Terminal 1 to all private vehicles, making the once-restricted area accessible to all passengers—not just VIPs.

January 10, 2025

The Mazda Spirit Racing MX-5 12R Features A Motorsports-Tuned 200-Horsepower Engine


The Mazda Spirit Racing MX-5 has finally made it from concept to production with good amounts of both show and go. The major highlight of Mazda’s booth at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025, it marks the return of in-house tuned Mazda vehicles courtesy of the new Mazda Spirit Racing division.

2025 Tesla Model Y Drops Into Philippines With P 2.369M Starting Price


Customer deliveries have yet to start for Philippine customers, so it comes as a surprise that we will be one of the first countries to receive the refreshed Tesla Model Y.

Could The Yaris M Concept Be Hiding The Toyota MR2 Revival's New Engine?


It looks like Toyota is inching closer to reviving the MR2 sportscar. Though Toyota didn’t show any sleek new concept at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025, they did show the Yaris M Concept. While it looks like a typical GR Yaris from the outside, underneath, it packs a mid-mounted turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine.

Meet The Finalists For 2025 World Car Of The Year


The Top 10 finalists vying for the 2025 World Car of the Year has been announced. Selected by a jury of 96 international automotive journalists from 30 countries, these vehicles were shortlisted from an initial list of 52 contenders.

Singapore Motorshow 2025 Opens With Over 160 Vehicles On Display


Southeast Asia’s first major motor show opens in Singapore. The Singapore Motorshow 2025 is running until January 12, 2025 and features over 160 vehicles from 31 automotive brands. This year, more than 70 percent of the cars displayed are electrified, a record high.

January 9, 2025

Adidas Enters Formula 1 As Official Partner Of The Mercedes-AMG F1 Team


Adidas is now with the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team. It marks a significant moment in Adidas’s history as it enters F1 for the first time. The collaboration also unites the two icons in the highest form of motorsports.

Porsche Philippines Greets 2025 With New Taycan


Porsche starts 2025 with the launch of the the new all-electric Taycan. Leading the line-up is the new Taycan Turbo S which comes with a staggering output of 952 horsepower and 1,110 Nm of torque.

NAIA Shows Off New Fleet Of Service Vehicles For Enhanced Passenger Experience, Operations


Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA)’s new operator, New NAIA Infra Corporation (NNIC) has introduced a new fleet of vehicles to support its ground operations, improve passenger convenience, and ensure the safe and efficient flow of movements at the airport.

Ford Sold More EV Mustangs Than They Did Gas-Powered Ones In 2024


The Ford Mustang may have been America’s best-selling sportscar last year, but remarkably, it was outsold—for the first time—by its electric cousin, the Mustang Mach-E.

Honda Is Working To Educate Filipino Children On Road And Riding Safety


Honda, through Honda Foundation, Inc. (HFI) and Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) forged a Memorandum of Agreement with Tamang Ride PH, a road safety advocacy movement. Organized under the initiative of A Child’s Trust is Ours to Nurture (ACTION), Tamang Ride PH will create a comprehensive platform about road safety.