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January 15, 2026

Isuzu D-MAX, mu-X Deliver Outstanding Results In 2025 DOE Fuel Eco Run


Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) once again reinforced its reputation for fuel efficiency and advanced diesel engineering after posting impressive results at the 2025 Department of Energy (DOE) Fuel Eco-Run, conducted last September 2025 (check out the full results). The annual activity evaluates the real-world fuel efficiency of vehicles available in the Philippine market to help guide consumers toward more informed and practical vehicle choices.

ROX Motor Opens In Greenhills


Rox Motor Philippines opened its Greenhills showroom. Located at V.V. Soliven Building, EDSA, San Juan City, it marks a milestone in the brand’s expansion into the Philippine market.

Grab Partners With GAC To Roll Out Ride-Hailing EVs Across Southeast Asia


Grab and GAC have forged a strategic partnership, to deploy an initial 20,000 electric vehicles (EVs) across Southeast Asia. Beyond increasing the diversity and number of EVs in Grab’s fleets, this collaboration focuses on the integration of both companies’ systems to enhance the in-vehicle experience for Grab’s driver-partners. Both parties are also exploring ways to improve after-sales support for Grab’s fleets.

January 14, 2026

2026 Mazda CX-60 Refines Luxury And Premium-ness For P 2.89M


Mazda may have bitten more than they could chew with the first-ever CX-60. Launched in 2023 both globally and in the Philippines, it was the first vehicle that was supposed to espouse the Mazda Premium philosophy. Praised for its design and craftsmanship, Mazda Philippines had no problems moving the CX-60 with more than 800 of them sold (that makes the Philippines the largest CX-60 in Asia outside of Japan).

First Fully Electric BMW M Model Launching In 2027


BMW’s high-performance vehicles from BMW M will be ready to go electric. From 2027, the BMW M Neue Klasse will usher in a new era in the high-performance vehicle segment and, for the first time, bring BMW M to life with a fully electric drivetrain.

Mattel's Newest Brick Shop Hot Wheels Models Celebrate 2 Honda Performance Icons


Mattel has announced the launch of two new Mattel Brick Shop Hot Wheels building sets in collaboration with Honda. The new releases expand the Mattel Brick Shop Speed Series with two Japanese performance icons.

Here Are The Finalists For The Women's Worldwide Car Of The Year 2026


The Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) has announced the category winners of its 2026 edition following an evaluation process carried out by its international jury, made up of 84 women motoring journalists from 54 countries. All the winning vehicles represent excellence in their respective segments for safety, driving performance, technology, comfort, overall performance, and value for money.

Geely Showcases New Vehicle Software Architecture, Self-Driving Tech At CES 2026


The Geely Auto Group took to the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 to reinforce its long-term commitment to shaping how its vehicles will be designed, built, and experienced.

January 13, 2026

The Urvan-Based 2026 Mitsubishi Versa Van Will Be More Expensive Than The Nissan It's Based On


Are dealers now revealing key features and specs of the upcoming Mitsubishi Versa? That may be the case as it inches closer to its showroom launch.

Honda's New Logo Marks The Company's "Second Founding"


After revealing it as their logo for their EVs and other electrified vehicles in 2025, Honda has announced that it’s expanding the use of its new “H” mark.

Since its first adoption in 1963 as a symbol to represent Honda automobiles, the H mark has always been used for Honda automobile products and business activities, while undergoing several design changes over the years.

With the automobile market is currently undergoing a major transformation with electrification and application of intelligent technologies, Honda used its “H” mark to represent its second founding. This is marked by offering new value that goes beyond customer expectations with cutting-edge technology and ideas without being bound by conventional ideas, practices, and ways of doing things.

The latest H mark design was refreshed in conjunction with the development of next-generation EVs, including the Honda 0 Series, which are being developed with the determination to “create new EVs from ‘zero’ by going back to the starting point of Honda as an automaker.”

The new design expression, like two outstretched hands, represents the commitment of Honda to augment the possibilities of mobility and sincerely serve the needs of the customers of Honda automobile business.

Honda will expand the use of the new H mark to represent Honda automobile business, including not only automobile products but other customer touchpoints such as dealership locations, communication initiatives, and even automobile motorsports activities.

Changan PH Launches Updated 2026 CS15 Sub-Compact SUV For P 850K


Changan Philippines may have been grabbing the news for the launch of its electrified models under the “Nevo” sub-brand, but that doesn’t mean that they’re turning away from pure combustion engine offerings. Case in point is the launch of the new Changan CS15—their sub-compact SUV that’s been updated this 2026.

Mitsubishi Motors PH Achieves 100 Percent Plastic Offsetting Milestone


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) achieved another sustainability milestone as it was recognized alongside other companies at the PCX Pulse Event for 100% plastic offsetting.

January 12, 2026

GWM Is China's Best-Selling Pickup Once Again In 2025


GWM’s pickup division delivered another strong result in 2025, securing its 28th consecutive year as China’s leading pickup manufacturer while continuing to accelerate growth across international markets.

Hyundai Drops Diesel As Staria Goes Hybrid Or Electric For 2026


It’s hard to imagine but the Hyundai Staria is now roughly four years old. Proof is that it’s been given a substantial refresh in its home market of Korea. In the process, Hyundai has dropped the diesel and introduced a fully-electric version for the first time.

January 11, 2026

Review: 2026 Toyota Ativ 1.5 HEV


Carmakers love using the word, “democratization” whenever they talk about taking luxury car tech and making it available for mass market cars. In the past decade or so, we’ve seen it in action through the widespread adoption of stability control systems, push button starters, and even advanced driver assistance systems. One big area of advancement, however, has to do with electrification.

January 10, 2026

Mitsubishi Motors PH Adds New Triton GX AT Variant For P 1.43M


If Metro Manila traffic’s got you wishing that there were more affordable pickup truck variants equipped with an automatic transmission, well, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines has just granted you that wish. This 2026, they’ve introduced a new grade for their Triton—the Triton GX, and yes, it’s equipped with an automatic transmission.

Subaru Revives A 30-Year Engine To Make The Subaru BRZ Faster In Racing


Subaru’s motorsports division, STI, is taking an interesting step to make its Super GT GT300 racer, the Subaru BRZ GT300 competitive for the 2026 racing season. Subaru and STI just announced that they’re retiring the long-serving EJ20 turbo flat-4 motor in favor of a twin turbocharged flat-6.

The Mazda CX-6e Boasts Of A 26-inch Screen And A Very Purple Color Scheme


After revealing it in China last year, the Mazda EZ-60 has now made its way outside of China as the Mazda CX-6e. Made in collaboration with long-time partner Changan, the CX-6e is Mazda’s second battery electric SUV following the MX-30.

Honda Cars PH Drops Prices Of CR-V, HR-V, Civic For A Limited Time


Honda Cars Philippines is now offering even larger discounts on its best-sellers to ring in the new year. This includes the CR-V, BR-V, HR-V, and Civic.

January 9, 2026

Kia Reveals Most Affordable EV Yet, The EV2


Kia has revealed its sixth battery electric vehicle and it’s the most affordable one yet. The Kia EV2 was unwrapped in Europe where it’ll go on sale first, going against entry-level EVs from China as well as from Renault and Volkswagen.

Nissan Updates Z For 2027 With Heritage-Inspired Styling


Nissan has used the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon to showcase the first refresh of its Z sportscar. Bowing in as a 2027 model, the nip and tuck changes dip into the Nissan Z heritage bowl, while also giving some actual performance gains.

Beat EV Woes And Drive With Confidence With VinFast And Its Expanding EV Charging Network


Every day, Metro Manila turns into its own obstacle course, bumper-to-bumper lines, packed parking lots, and evening gridlocks. For most drivers, rush hour is inconvenient. For EV drivers, it can be nerve-wracking watching your battery drain while barely moving, but this is exactly where VinFast steps up for its users.

The Nissan Aura Nismo RS Rethinks Hot Hatches


Nissan’s plan to leverage Nismo as part of their corporate recovery is off to a good start. Shown at the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon is the Aura Nismo RS Concept—an electrified take on a hot hatch complete with more power and aggressive styling.

Subaru's Newest "Complete STI" Car Is (Still) A Disappointment


Long-time Subaru fans such as myself are no stranger to disappointment, but boy, did they manage to dose plenty of people with the announcement of the first “STI” in ages. Make some sad trombone noises as the carmaker just announce the WRX STI Sport#.

At P 1,838,000, The 2026 Tesla Model 3 Undercuts Traditional Compacts, Hybrids


Tesla has sprung a surprise with its most affordable EV offering yet: the new 2026 Model 3 Standard Rear-Wheel Drive. Costing just P 1,838,000, it’s one of the first non-Chinese BEVs to reach price parity with a combustion engine or hybrid offering.

The Toyota GR Yaris Morizo RR Trades WRC Gravel For Nürburgring Tarmac


Toyota has revealed a special ultra-limited version of its GR Yaris: the GR Yaris Morizo RR. Applying insights gained, not through the World Rally Championship, but through its participation at the 2025 Nürburgring 24 Hours endurance, it’ll be available in just 100 units in Japan, and 100 units in select global markets (Europe being the only one confirmed thus far).

Mazda's Newest Color Is...Navy Blue Mica


We first reported on it last July, and now it has been confirmed: Mazda’s newest color is a dark shade of blue called Navy Blue Mica.

January 8, 2026

Ford Lets You Drive Home A Brand-New Ranger Or Everest And Pay Later


Ford Philippines is starting the year on a high note with its Drive Now, Pay Later program that elevates the purchase experience of its customers getting a new vehicle in the new year.