Paulo Papa

Paulo Papa

Fueled by his passion for cars and a good dose of caffeine, Paulo loves taking his readers for an exciting spin with his writing. A self proclaimed nerd, epigrammatic writer, and a doting father. 

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Aito PH opens BGC experience center 
Aito PH opens BGC experience center 
MANILA: Aito Philippines has inaugurated its newest “experience center” in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig.  The opening of the said...
Paulo Papa Today
Zigwheels PH weekly wrap: Dec. 8-12
Zigwheels PH weekly wrap: Dec. 8-12
MANILA: For December 2025’s second week, the local automotive market remained busy with vehicle launches, dealership openings, and the continuation...
Paulo Papa Dec 15, 2025
Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT spotted in latest RE: Requiem game trailer
Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT spotted in latest RE: Requiem game trailer
MANILA: Porsche appears to have struck a partnership with Japanese video game studio Capcom, as the Cayenne Turbo GT was...
Paulo Papa Dec 15, 2025
ACMobility teams up with local units to boost EVCS in Baguio
ACMobility teams up with local units to boost EVCS in Baguio
MANILA: ACMobility has partnered with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) and the John Hay Management Corporation to accelerate...
Paulo Papa Dec 12, 2025
Isuzu Global Service celebrates 10th year
Isuzu Global Service celebrates 10th year
MANILA: Isuzu Global Service Corporation (IGSC), one of the company’s training and technical human resource development arms in the Philippines,...
Paulo Papa Dec 12, 2025
MMDA implements traffic intervention measures along Marcos Highway
MMDA implements traffic intervention measures along Marcos Highway
MANILA: The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has implemented traffic intervention measures along Marcos Highway to ease congestion along the...
Paulo Papa Dec 12, 2025
Lexus PH to stage 3rd leg of themed roadshow this weekend
Lexus PH to stage 3rd leg of themed roadshow this weekend
MANILA: Lexus Philippines is set to host the third leg of the company’s themed roadshow this weekend. To be staged...
Paulo Papa Dec 11, 2025
Kia unveils EV5 WKNDR edition in China
Kia unveils EV5 WKNDR edition in China
MANILA: Kia has unveiled the WKNDR edition of the EV5 compact sport utility vehicle (SUV) at the recently held Guangzhou...
Paulo Papa Dec 11, 2025
Subaru Forester hailed as Japan Car of the Year
Subaru Forester hailed as Japan Car of the Year
MANILA: The Subaru Forester sport utility vehicle (SUV) was named Japan Car of the Year.  The said achievement places the...
Paulo Papa Dec 11, 2025
Kia launches new campaign for FIFA 2026
Kia launches new campaign for FIFA 2026
MANILA: Kia has launched a new campaign for the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup 2026, under the...
Paulo Papa Dec 10, 2025
Zigwheels PH most viewed for 2025: Suzuki Fronx
Zigwheels PH most viewed for 2025: Suzuki Fronx
Suzuki Philippines Incorporated (SPI) launched the Fronx not too long ago, looking to strengthen its foothold in the country’s crossover...
Paulo Papa Today
Zigwheels PH most viewed for 2025: Toyota Raize
Zigwheels PH most viewed for 2025: Toyota Raize
The Toyota Raize lands in a very good spot in our top 20 most searched vehicles in 2025. On that...
Paulo Papa Today
Jaecoo EJ6: 3 reasons to buy
Jaecoo EJ6: 3 reasons to buy
Jaecoo Philippines officially entered the local market earlier this year after several attempts to penetrate the country’s sport utility vehicle...
Paulo Papa Dec 11, 2025
Check out the Hongqi E-QM5's 3 exquisite colors
Check out the Hongqi E-QM5's 3 exquisite colors
Hongqi Philippines has launched the E-QM5 sedan sometime this year, marking its entry into the electrified segment of five-seater city...
Paulo Papa Dec 09, 2025
Check out the PH-retailed Toyota Ativ's 4 variants
Check out the PH-retailed Toyota Ativ's 4 variants
Toyota Motor Philippines launched the Ativ nameplate not too long ago, complementing the ever-popular Vios sedan with a hybrid model....
Paulo Papa Dec 04, 2025
Check out the Honda BR-V's 5 hues
Check out the Honda BR-V's 5 hues
MANILA: The Honda BR-V is one of the popular choices for car buyers wanting a seven-seater multi-purpose vehicle (MPV).  Not...
Paulo Papa Dec 02, 2025
Here is a quick look at the PH-spec Mitsubishi Destinator's 3 variants
Here is a quick look at the PH-spec Mitsubishi Destinator's 3 variants
Soon after making its debut in Indonesia, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation has rolled out the latest addition to its stable...
Paulo Papa Dec 01, 2025
Isuzu mu-X: 3 reasons to buy
Isuzu mu-X: 3 reasons to buy
The Isuzu mu-X has earned a level of reputation for being a solid sport utility vehicle (SUV) among many Filipino...
Paulo Papa Dec 01, 2025
GWM Cannon: 3 reasons to buy
GWM Cannon: 3 reasons to buy
GWM Philippines rolled out the latest iteration of the Cannon pickup truck sometime this year. The local wing of the...
Paulo Papa Nov 22, 2025
Subaru Forester e-Boxer Hybrid: 3 reasons to buy
Subaru Forester e-Boxer Hybrid: 3 reasons to buy
Subaru Philippines has entered the new-energy vehicle segment with the introduction of the Forester e-Boxer Hybrid. On that note, many...
Paulo Papa Nov 20, 2025
First drive: Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e
First drive: Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e
Not too long ago, Mercedes-Benz Philippines — under the leadership of Inchcape Philippines — bolstered its new-energy offerings in the...
Paulo Papa Oct 29, 2025
Land Rover Defender Octa: down and dirty
Land Rover Defender Octa: down and dirty
Land Rover Philippines, under the stewardship of Inchcape Philippines, proved the capabilities of the Defender line by taking the luxurious...
Paulo Papa Oct 28, 2025
Mitsubishi XForce: X marks the spot
Mitsubishi XForce: X marks the spot
The local compact sport utility vehicle (SUV) segment has seen several entrants from various brands. With the Mitsubishi XForce looking...
Paulo Papa Oct 27, 2025
Ford Everest Sport Special Edition: ‘tough’-tier SUV
Ford Everest Sport Special Edition: ‘tough’-tier SUV
Many car buyers opt to browse the local sport utility vehicle (SUV) segment due to the division’s tough-looking nameplates.  One...
Paulo Papa Sep 15, 2025
Toyota Corolla Cross GR-S HEV: sporty yet sustainable
Toyota Corolla Cross GR-S HEV: sporty yet sustainable
Back in the day, it was sort of expected for sporty cars to be gas guzzlers due to their high-performance...
Paulo Papa Sep 08, 2025
First drive: Here’s why the Li Mega is the ideal pick for those who wants to be chauffeured
First drive: Here’s why the Li Mega is the ideal pick for those who wants to be chauffeured
Just recently, Li Auto Philippines staged its first-ever media drive, where it showcased its trifecta of offerings to attending members...
Paulo Papa Aug 27, 2025
GWM Cannon: range day
GWM Cannon: range day
GWM Philippines has taken its updated pickup truck to the R33 Drift Track in Pampanga to showcase its capabilities to...
Paulo Papa Jul 29, 2025
Honda BR-V S CVT: all about that ‘base’
Honda BR-V S CVT: all about that ‘base’
In general, base variant models offer car buyers the bare minimum — in exchange for an affordable price tag —...
Paulo Papa Jul 09, 2025
Dongfeng Rich 7 4X4 Upper: ideal entry-level truck
Dongfeng Rich 7 4X4 Upper: ideal entry-level truck
The Dongfeng Rich 7 — particularly its 4X4 Upper variant — looks to prove that not all big rides cost...
Paulo Papa Jul 07, 2025
BYD eMAX 7 Superior Captain: MPV for modern families
BYD eMAX 7 Superior Captain: MPV for modern families
BYD Cars Philippines rolled out the eMAX 7 not too long ago.  The Ayala-led Chinese carmaker rightfully touts the multi-purpose...
Paulo Papa Jun 18, 2025

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