Recent Posts By Ruben Manahan IV - Last updated Aug 11, 2026
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Xpeng PH to bring in 2 models this Sept.
Guangzhou: Xpeng Philippines is set to introduce two models to the country this coming September.
Without sharing much information, the...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 11, 2026
Mitsubishi eyes back-to-back AXCR win in 2026
MANILA: Mitsubishi Motors Corporation is eyeing to claim its second straight victory in the Asia Cross Country Rally (AXCR) 2026....
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 11, 2026
Mitsubishi Motors PH’s production expansion to boost contribution to local auto industry
MANILA: Mitsubishi Motors Philippines (MMPC) expressed strong belief that the upcoming hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) production would further boost the...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 10, 2026
Toyota partially updates GR86
MANILA: Toyota has partially updated the GR86—with the pre-orders in Japan starting on August 28.
Per the Japanese automaker, the...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 10, 2026
Suzuki relaunches Tacloban dealership
MANILA: Suzuki Philippines Incorporated (SPH) has relocated its Tacloban dealership, which has just become a standalone 3S (Sales, Service, and...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 10, 2026
SFP brings back Mitsubishi Fuso in PH
MANILA: Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) has brought back Mitsubishi Fuso Three-Diamond logo to the country.
In a statement, SFP...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 10, 2026
Radar EV opens Cebu dealership
MANILA: Aside from opening the Chery dealership, the UAAGI Auto Group also established a Radar EV dealership in Cebu in...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 10, 2026
Hyundai opens service, parts dealership in Tuguegarao City
MANILA: Hyundai Motor Philippines Incorporated (HMPH) has brought vehicle maintenance and repair services closer to customers in Northern Luzon with...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 10, 2026
Triumph Motorcycles PH reveals 2026 660 lineup
MANILA: Triumph Motorcycles Philippines has formally unveiled its latest 660 roster in the local market.
In a statement, the company...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 10, 2026
GAC PH boosts reach with 6 new dealerships in Luzon, Mindanao
MANILA: GAC has already established presence in 30 key locations in the Philippines.
Recently, GAC Philippines has forged partnerships for...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 10, 2026
Should you get a Chetak or VinFast e-motorcycle?
Last month, two electric two-wheeler brands entered the Philippine market: Chetak and VinFast.
While both offer sustainable mobility solutions for...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 05, 2026
EDITORIAL: Mitsubishi Xforce HEV to require strong will to enter PH market
MANILA: The possibility of introducing the hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) version of the Mitsubishi Xforce in the Philippines will require...
Ruben Manahan IV
Jun 26, 2026
How did ‘Morizo’ start in motorsports?
MANILA: At the time of writing this article, Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) Chairman Akio Toyoda had just took part in...
Ruben Manahan IV
May 18, 2026
Yamaha showcases YECVT capabilities with all-new NMAX Tech Max, Aerox SP
MANILA: In its bid to highlight its proprietary technology, Yamaha Motor Philippines (YMPH) has conducted two rider-centric activities featuring two...
Ruben Manahan IV
Dec 15, 2025
Zigwheels PH Wrapup: Local vehicle launches in H1 2025
MANILA: The first half of 2025 was indeed an eventful one for the local automotive scene: vehicle reveals one after...
Ruben Manahan IV
Jul 02, 2025
Is BYD already in PH's Top 10 automotive brand list?
MANILA: Recently, BYD in the Philippines celebrated its 10,000th-unit local sales milestone that highlighted the Filipinos' growing acceptance to the...
Ruben Manahan IV
Jun 02, 2025
How competent is Honda PH’s new president for his role?
MANILA: Recently, Takeshi Kobayashi has been appointed as the newest Honda Philippines Incorporated (HPI) president — replacing Sayaka Arai who...
Ruben Manahan IV
May 26, 2025
PH Rallycross' drivers: the men behind the 'revived' sport
Rallying in the Philippines started as early as 1962, died a natural death in the early 2000s and rose up...
Ruben Manahan IV
Aug 20, 2024
Honda e:HEV technology explained
MANILA: The e:HEV — Honda Cars Philippines Incorporated’s (HCPI) latest breakthrough in sustainable mobility — has entered the local market...
Ruben Manahan IV
Jul 11, 2024
Toyota Roadtrek 2024: A Journey of Fun, Fellowship, and Innovation
(In the words of Jeff Reyes)
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) recently hosted an unforgettable media experience —the highly-anticipated Toyota Road...
Ruben Manahan IV
May 27, 2024
First ride: Suzuki V-Strom 160
Seeing the need for a smaller-displacement tourer, Suzuki Philippines Incorporated introduced the V-Strom 160 to the local market last April....
Ruben Manahan IV
Jun 22, 2026
First ride: Yamaha Lexi
We would be lying if we said that the entry-level scooters are not the most convenient way of navigating metro...
Ruben Manahan IV
Jun 02, 2026
ELECTRIA: Changan Hunter 4x4 Knight is crushing stigma around pickup trucks
The local pickup truck segment is clearly dominated by more well-known brands mainly because the country’s buyers are more used...
Ruben Manahan IV
Jan 02, 2026
Kia Sorento Turbo Hybrid's 4 unique features vs. most midsize SUVs
The midsize sport utility vehicle (SUV) segment is one of the tightly-contested categories in the Philippine automotive market. This division...
Ruben Manahan IV
Apr 30, 2025
First ride: Yamaha NMax Tech Max
Recently, Yamaha Motor Philippines (YMPH) launched the third-generation Nmax in the Philippines. Such an initiative awakened the nameplate's followers in...
Ruben Manahan IV
Mar 28, 2025
Changan Uni-T: bold and classy
It was in 2022 when Changan introduced to the Philippine market the Uni-T. This is one of the two premium...
Ruben Manahan IV
Mar 14, 2025
ELECTRIA: Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Hybrid: when ‘green’ mobility also means affordability
Around two years ago, the public started to feast on the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Hybrid, which was launched at...
Ruben Manahan IV
Feb 05, 2025
2024 Ford Explorer Limited: reliable 6th man
The 2024 Ford Explorer can be considered as Blue Oval’s role-player in its roster. It is still part of the...
Ruben Manahan IV
Dec 02, 2024
Toyota Corolla Cross H2 Concept: what we learned so far
MANILA: Recently, Toyota Motor Philippines recently showcased the Corolla Cross H2 Concept at the 9th Philippine International Motor Show as...
Ruben Manahan IV
Nov 05, 2024
2022 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT Honda SENSING: one of sedan segment's major thrusters
Majority of car buyers in the country have already shifted their interest to crossovers as seen in the drop of...
Ruben Manahan IV
Sep 25, 2024
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