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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Auto China 2024: Omoda brings out E5, debuts PHEV SUVs
Auto China 2024: Omoda brings out E5, debuts PHEV SUVs
BEIJING: Omoda has brought out the E5 electric vehicle (EV) at the ongoing Auto China 2024.  The Omoda 05 is...
Paulo Papa Today
Auto China 2024: Zeekr unveils SEA-M architecture, Mix MPV
Auto China 2024: Zeekr unveils SEA-M architecture, Mix MPV
BEIJING: Zeekr has unveiled two of its latest innovations at Auto Shanghai 2024: the Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA)-M platform and...
Paulo Papa Today
Auto China 2024: Toyota showcases bZ3C, bZ3X
Auto China 2024: Toyota showcases bZ3C, bZ3X
BEIJING: Toyota has showcased the bZ3C and bZ3X electric vehicles (EV) at the ongoing Auto China 2024. Per Toyota's Chinese...
Paulo Papa Apr 26, 2024
Auto China 2024: Kia displays EV5
Auto China 2024: Kia displays EV5
BEIJING: Kia’s booth at the ongoing Auto China 2024 was highlighted by the EV5. In China, the Kia EV5 plays...
Paulo Papa Apr 26, 2024
Auto China 2024: Honda launches e:NP2, e:NS2
Auto China 2024: Honda launches e:NP2, e:NS2
BEIJING: Honda has launched the e:NP2 and e:NS2 electric vehicles (EV) on the first day of Auto China 2024.  Per...
Paulo Papa Apr 26, 2024
Auto China 2024: GWM Tank 700 Hi4-T launched, to arrive in PH soon
Auto China 2024: GWM Tank 700 Hi4-T launched, to arrive in PH soon
BEIJING: Great Wall Motors (GWM) has launched the Tank 700 Hi4-T at Auto China 2024.  The local arm of the...
Paulo Papa Apr 26, 2024
Auto China 2024: Nissan unveils 4 concept cars
Auto China 2024: Nissan unveils 4 concept cars
BEIJING: Nissan has unveiled four concept cars at the ongoing Auto China 2024.  The said concept cars are the Nissan...
Paulo Papa Apr 26, 2024
Auto China 2024: Geely presents Galaxy Starship concept SUV
Auto China 2024: Geely presents Galaxy Starship concept SUV
BEIJING: Geely presented the Galaxy Starship concept sport utility vehicle (SUV) at the opening day of the ongoing Auto China...
Paulo Papa Apr 26, 2024
Mitsubishi PH breaches 81K sales record for FY 2023
Mitsubishi PH breaches 81K sales record for FY 2023
MANILA: Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) has sold more than 81,000 units from April 2023 to March 2024.  Per the...
Paulo Papa Apr 25, 2024
Imaeda takes over Mitsubishi PH
Imaeda takes over Mitsubishi PH
MANILA: Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) now has a new President, Ritsu Imaeda.  The reins of the local arm of...
Paulo Papa Apr 25, 2024
Which is the better choice: Toyota Corolla Cross or Yaris Cross?
Which is the better choice: Toyota Corolla Cross or Yaris Cross?
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) recently fortified its electrified offerings with the introduction of the Corolla Cross. Now only available with...
Paulo Papa Apr 22, 2024
Hard-hitting hybrids: Toyota Corolla Cross vs. Nissan Kicks e-Power
Hard-hitting hybrids: Toyota Corolla Cross vs. Nissan Kicks e-Power
The Philippine hybrid electric vehicle segment is shaping up to be one of the strongest groups in the country’s new-energy...
Paulo Papa Apr 22, 2024
Toyota Corolla Cross: Old vs. new
Toyota Corolla Cross: Old vs. new
The introduction of the updated Toyota Corolla Cross means that the crossover will no longer be offered with a pure...
Paulo Papa Apr 17, 2024
Here are the new Toyota Corolla Cross variants
Here are the new Toyota Corolla Cross variants
Toyota has recently launched the updated version of the Corolla Cross, which is now powered by a hybrid electric powertrain...
Paulo Papa Apr 17, 2024
MIAS 2024: Here’s what transpired on the first day of the annual auto expo
MIAS 2024: Here’s what transpired on the first day of the annual auto expo
The first day of the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS ) 2024 was a success, setting a precedent for the...
Paulo Papa Apr 06, 2024
ELECTRIA: here are the EV classifications per DOE
ELECTRIA: here are the EV classifications per DOE
Electric vehicles (EV) are now a common fixture in the local automotive scene. They not only offer a more sustainable...
Paulo Papa Apr 01, 2024
Brembo: an ideal choice for discerning Filipino car owners
Brembo: an ideal choice for discerning Filipino car owners
Brembo is a popular aftermarket brand with experience that ranges from providing solutions for daily drivers to developing performance-oriented brakes...
Paulo Papa Mar 26, 2024
Here are the 3 available colors of the Suzuki Skydrive Sport
Here are the 3 available colors of the Suzuki Skydrive Sport
The Suzuki Skydrive Sport is one of the small-displacement scooter offerings of the brand here in the Philippines and has...
Paulo Papa Mar 25, 2024
Flyweight feud: Suzuki S-Presso AGS vs. Honda Brio V CVT
Flyweight feud: Suzuki S-Presso AGS vs. Honda Brio V CVT
The S-Presso is one of the more popular compact hatchbacks offered by the local arm of the Japanese automotive brand...
Paulo Papa Mar 20, 2024
Cabin check: What’s inside the BYD Atto 3
Cabin check: What’s inside the BYD Atto 3
Filipino car buyers are quickly getting familiar with electric cars. And one of the models that is increasingly gaining attention...
Paulo Papa Mar 19, 2024
First look: JMC Vigus
First look: JMC Vigus
JMC Philippines has showcased its pickup truck lineup during an exclusive off-road event in Batangas. There, Zigwheels Philippines was able...
Paulo Papa Apr 01, 2024
First look: JMC Grand Avenue
First look: JMC Grand Avenue
JMC Philippines has showcased its initial offerings at an off-road-themed event in Batangas. Members of the motoring media had the...
Paulo Papa Mar 27, 2024
Above average: Toyota Raize G
Above average: Toyota Raize G
Released sometime in 2022, the Toyota Raize is touted as a modern crossover that offers a stylish and affordable answer...
Paulo Papa Mar 22, 2024
BYD Atto 3: from the metro to the mountains
BYD Atto 3: from the metro to the mountains
Indeed, many Filipino car buyers are now more open to owning electric vehicles (EV). However, range anxiety (and the lack...
Paulo Papa Mar 18, 2024
Adventure-ready: Subaru Crosstrek
Adventure-ready: Subaru Crosstrek
Subaru Philippines has launched the Crosstrek sometime last year, officially replacing the XV moniker.  The crossover is aimed at adventure-seeking...
Paulo Papa Mar 01, 2024
More doors, more fun: Suzuki Jimny 5-door
More doors, more fun: Suzuki Jimny 5-door
Suzuki Philippines Incorporated launched the highly-anticipated Jimny 5-door just recently. And it did not take too long for the Japanese...
Paulo Papa Feb 27, 2024
Refined ride: Volkswagen Tharu SEL
Refined ride: Volkswagen Tharu SEL
The Volkswagen Tharu is the brand’s latest offering for the Philippine market. Released not too long ago, the crossover provides...
Paulo Papa Feb 27, 2024
More than modest: Honda Brio V CVT
More than modest: Honda Brio V CVT
Mid-variant models are often seen as modest versions of their respective nameplates. Since they are positioned in between the base...
Paulo Papa Feb 21, 2024
Fancy family MPV: Hyundai Stargazer X
Fancy family MPV: Hyundai Stargazer X
Sometime last year, Hyundai Motor Philippines Incorporated rolled out the Stargazer X — a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) that boasts sport-utility...
Paulo Papa Feb 07, 2024
Suzuki S-Presso: capable daily driver, decent weekender
Suzuki S-Presso: capable daily driver, decent weekender
Small hatchbacks are often seen as city cars best suited for short trips within the metro. Thanks to their tiny...
Paulo Papa Jan 04, 2024

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