May 19, 2025
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.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
News,
Omoda 5,
Omoda Corporate
May 18, 2025
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.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Driver's Seat,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Vinfast VF6
Mazda's Decision To Offer AutoExe Parts In The Mazda3 Is Pure Genius
It looks great, handles even greater. Everyone who loves driving will be enamored by the Mazda3. Six years on, it’s still the definitive compact sedan/hatchback out there, flaws and all (read our 2019 Mazda 3.0 Sportback review and 2024 Mazda3 2.0 HEV Fastback review). If anything, the only thing it lacks is a proper sporty variant. Although you could counter that its sportiness is inherently baked into the four variants you could get straight from the showroom floor, being JDM, a part of you wishes Mazda would offer something along the “tuner” line. After all, if Toyota could do it with Gazoo Racing Sport (GR Sport) and Honda with Road Sailing (RS), why couldn’t Mazda?
Filed Under:
Compact,
Driver's Seat,
Mazda 3
May 17, 2025
Mercedes-Benz Already Botched The All-New 2026 CLA EV, So They're Rushing To Fix It
Already missing the mark with its range of all-electric EQ models, Mercedes-Benz was hoping that its all-new CLA is a return to form. Sadly, it’s inherently broken, and the German automaker is rushing to fix it.
May 16, 2025
There Are Now More Than 10,000 BYDs In The Philippines
BYD Cars Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, has reached a milestone in its electrification journey by delivering its 10,000th vehicle in the country. The milestone model, a BYD eMax 7, the brand’s full-electric Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV), was purchased and turned over to Adrian Goh, a tech industry executive, last April 30.
Filed Under:
BYD Corporate,
News,
PHL Auto Industry
Get Up To P 750K Off A Brand-New Jeep Wrangler Until June 30, 2025
Inchcape Philippines, distributor of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram Trucks in the Philippines, under its IC Automotive Inc. operations, is making the iconic Wrangler more attainable for a limited time.
Filed Under:
Jeep Corporate,
Jeep Wrangler,
News
Geely EX5 Bags Red Dot Design Award
The recently-launched EX5, Geely’s next-generation EV SUV, has been honored with a Red Dot Award in the Product Design category. The recognition affirms Geely’s expertise in electric vehicle design and innovation.
Filed Under:
Car Awards,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Geely Corporate,
Geely EX5
Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup Heads To Villar City This May 24-25
Toyota Motor Philippines is bringing back the thrill of street racing this Saturday, May 24 to Sunday, May 25 for Race Weekend 2 of the 2025 Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippines Cup (TGR Philippine Cup). The highly anticipated event will be held south of Manila in Villar City and marks the first time the racing series will be taking on the streets since 2018.
Filed Under:
Events,
News,
Toyota Corporate,
Toyota Vios Cup
Geely Auto International Appoints New President
Geely Auto Group announces the appointment of Alex Nan as CEO of Geely Auto International Corporation (GAIC), entrusting him with leading the company’s global growth strategy. Concurrently performing also as the Vice President of Geely Auto Group, Mr. Nan will oversee all international operations, driving innovation, market expansion, and brand excellence on a global scale. Mr. Nan also holds the positions of CEO of LEVC (London Electric Vehicle Company) and Chairman of LEVC UK.
Filed Under:
Geely Corporate,
News
Apple Will Now Control Your Vehicle Functions With CarPlay Ultra
Apple CarPlay is expanding beyond infotainment systems with the launch of CarPlay Ultra. Launching first in select Aston Martin models, CarPlay Ultra becomes an in-car solution that expands from the traditional center screen to the instrument cluster, controlling all aspects of the car in the process to deliver a more customized, personalized expeirence.
Filed Under:
Aston Martin Corporate,
News,
Technology
May 15, 2025
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.
Filed Under:
Compact Crossover,
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai Creta,
News
JMC Philippines Is Offering Low Down Or Monthly For Their Pickup Trucks
JMC Philippines, under the Astara Group, is offering their pickup trucks with flexible plans through June. The Vigus and Grand Avenue can be had with either a low down payment or low month payments.
Filed Under:
JMC Corporate,
JMC Grand Avenue,
JMC Vigus,
News
Omoda & Jaecoo PH Opens First Dealership In Mindanao
Omoda & Jaecoo has officially opened its newest dealership located in Tagum City, Davao del Norte. This marks the brand’s first showroom in Mindanao, and fifth nationwide. In partnership with Carlux Premium Holdings OPC, the 300-square-meter showroom is located at the Tiresmart Building at the corner of Tionko Avenue and Araullo Street in Poblacion, Tagum City.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Jaecoo Corporate,
News,
Omoda Corporate
The Rapid And Luxurious Bentley Continental GT Has Been Awarded With A Best Cars Award By Auto Motor und Sport
The new Bentley Continental GT has been recognized with a Best Cars award by German automotive publication, Auto Motor und Sport. Despite strong competition, the Continental GT has won this recognition for four consecutive years now, starting in 2022.
Filed Under:
Bentley Continenal,
News,
Sports Car
The 2025 BYD eMAX 7 Will Have You Seriously Skipping Hybrids For An EV
Buying battery electric vehicles isn’t some mythic dream anymore in 2025. You can have a sedan, crossover, or SUV even without selling your soul. However, there’s one void left in the market and that’s the MPV space. It’s the only hot-selling arena where there isn’t an attainable EV—until recently.
Filed Under:
BYD eMAX 7,
Driver's Seat,
Electric Vehicles (EV),
Entry-Level MPV
May 14, 2025
For P 24.59M, You Can Get The Land Rover Defender Octa, The Toughest Most Capable Defender Yet
After opening order books last year, Land Rover Philippines has finally revealed the price of the toughest, most capable Defender yet: the Defender Octa. The Octa P635 comes in two variants for the Philippine market with the “more affordable” Octa Petra coming in at P 24.59-million, while the Octa Edition One Faroe topping the range out at P 26.59-million.
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Land Rover Defender,
Luxury SUV,
News
Hyundai Trucks And Buses PH Awards Its Best-Performing Dealers
Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the Philippine distributor of Hyundai commercial vehicles (CV), recognized the dealership teams whose exceptional performance in customer service and business development continues to drive industry transformation.
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Hyundai Corporate,
Hyundai CV,
News,
Service
Lexus Heads To The Power Plant Mall This May 16-18, 2025
From May 16 to 18, Lexus will be at the South Court of Power Plant Mall for a summer showcase that embodies the brand’s quiet confidence and refined vision. Open throughout mall hours, this immersive display reflects the Lexus commitment to craftsmanship, purposeful design, and omotenashi, the spirit of thoughtful hospitality.
Filed Under:
Events,
Lexus Corporate,
News
First Batch Of Kia Technican's Boot Camp Cadets Graduate
Kia Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, celebrates the graduation of the first batch of cadets from the Kia Technician’s Boot Camp (KTBC), a program designed to equip Filipino technicians with world-class skills. The program sharpens local skills and opens pathways to international careers, including the opportunity for top cadets to compete at the 12th Kia World Skills Cup in Seoul, South Korea, which is set to happen in 2026.
Filed Under:
Kia Corporate,
News,
Service
Is The Mitsubishi Delica Making A Philippine Return?
If Nissan could benefit from a re-badged Xpander, why wouldn’t a re-badged Urvan work for Mitsubishi? Buried in Nissan’s Re:Nissan turnaround plan is confirmation that Nissan will be working on a van, specifically for Mitsubishi Motors in the Philippines.
Filed Under:
Mitsubishi Corporate,
News,
Nissan Corporate
BYD Philippines Is Set To Obliterate Other Chinese Brands With Sealion 5 DM-i
BYD is set to obliterate the Chinese competition in the next few months, if these LTO homologation papers are to be believed. Apparently, the New Energy Vehicle manufacturer just got approval to sell the newest member of its Sealion family—the Sealion 5 DM-i locally.
Filed Under:
BYD Corporate,
BYD Sealion 5,
Compact Crossover,
News
Review: 2025 BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive
Enthusiasts have dreamt of and demanded it for close to 40 years, so when BMW M decided to greenlight the first-ever M3 Touring (aka wagon or estate), everyone shed tears of joy. After all, on paper, it seemed like the only car you’ll ever need: stupendously fast, practicality spacious, and of course, solidly built. It’s more than that; it’s the embodiment of sheer driving pleasure—the single ethos behind every single BMW to have come from Munich thus far. It’s a car like no other, with a breadth of ability unmatched.
Filed Under:
BMW M3,
Driver's Seat,
Luxury Car
May 13, 2025
Tough Road Ahead For Nissan As They Announce More Plant Closures, Job Cuts
Nissan knows they’ve got a tough road ahead of them and it was outlined by newly-installed Nissan president and CEO Ivan Espinosa. Espinosa outlined yet another revival plan (his first comprehensive one since taking office) for the Japanese carmaker called, Re:Nissan. It will entail right-sizing Nissan which will mean more global job cuts as well as the shutdown of global assembly plants.
Filed Under:
News,
Nissan Corporate
2025 MSCC Miata Spec Series Switches To Ultra High-Performance GT Radial Champiro SX-Rs
The 2025 Manila Sports Car Club (MSCC) Miata Spec Series kicked off at the first leg of the Mazda Fan Festa PH 2025. Among the enhancements introduced this year is a new tire from GT Radial, the Champiro SX-R.
Filed Under:
Events,
Mazda Corporate,
Motorsports,
Tires
Here Are Your Best Performing Ford Dealers For 2024
Ford Philippines honored its top performing dealers during the 2025 Ford Dealer Convention. The event recognized outstanding dealer contributions in sales, service, and customer experience (CX).
Filed Under:
Dealerships,
Ford Corporate,
News
At P 32.490M, This Range Rover Sport Is Just As Expensive As A Ferrari
You are looking at the most expensive Range Rover model currently available in the Philippines. Just when you thought the Range Rover LWB SV P460e was already pricey at P 25.990-million, nothing will prepare you for the Range Rover Sport SV P635. This one sets you back P 32.490-million, before options. So, what sort of luxury SUV do you get for Ferrari Roma money?
Filed Under:
Car Launch,
Luxury SUV,
News,
Range Rover Sport
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