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GWM Tank 500 HEV breaks cover at Malaysia Auto Show 2025
MANILA: Great Wall Motor (GWM) has launched the Tank 500 hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) at the ongoing Malaysia Auto Show...
Paulo Papa
Today

GAC M8 PHEV makes its way to Malaysia Auto Show 2025, PH official launch ‘soon’
MANILA: Soon after GAC Motor Philippines previewed the M8 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) at the recently held Manila International...
Paulo Papa
Today

Omoda C7 makes rounds at Malaysia Auto Show 2025
MANILA: The Omoda C7, which recently made an appearance at the latest edition of the Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition,...
Paulo Papa
May 08, 2025

GWM PH surpasses Apr. 2025 sales target by 125%
MANILA: Great Wall Motor (GWM) Philippines has surpassed its sales target last month by 125 percent.
According to the local...
Paulo Papa
May 08, 2025

Zeekr previews 7X at Malaysia Auto Show 2025, is PH next?
MANILA: Zeekr has previewed the 7X mid-size electric sport utility vehicle at the ongoing Malaysia Auto Show 2025.
There, it...
Paulo Papa
May 08, 2025

BYD Cars PH opens dealership Cavite dealership
MANILA: BYD Cars Philippines has opened its very first dealership in Cavite.
Located at 4652 B, Bacoor Boulevard, Bacoor, Cavite,...
Paulo Papa
May 07, 2025

Porsche 911 Carrera GTS earns 2025 World Performance Car accolade
MANILA: The Porsche 911 Carrera GTS was awarded the 2025 World Performance Car honor by the World Car Awards.
Per...
Paulo Papa
May 05, 2025

Locally-assembled HARI Cab breaks cover
MANILA: Hariphil Asia Resources, Incorporated (HARI) has launched the HARI Cab, a locally assembled commercial vehicle aimed at helping the...
Paulo Papa
May 02, 2025

Ducati Panigale V4-riding racer eyes 5th straight PSBK title
MANILA: Filipino motorcycle race rider Timothy Joseph (TJ) Alberto looks to win his fifth consecutive Philippine Superbike Championship (PSBK) title....
Paulo Papa
May 02, 2025

Lynk & Co 900 breaks cover at Auto Shanghai 2025
MANILA: Lynk & Co debuted the 900 luxury hybrid sport utility vehicle (SUV) at the Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition...
Paulo Papa
Apr 30, 2025

Here are the Suzuki Dzire Hybrid's 5 color options
Suzuki Philippines Incorporated has updated the Dzire nameplate and presented the new hybrid-powered sedan at the recently held Manila International...
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Today

Here are some VF 6 benefits, according to VinFast PH
MANILA: VinFast Philippines presented the VF 6 to Filipino car buyers at the recently held Manila International Auto Show.
On...
Paulo Papa
May 06, 2025

Ideal cars for modern-day moms
Mother’s Day is just around the corner. And with the global celebration literally just days away (May 11), Zigwheels Philippines...
Paulo Papa
May 06, 2025

Passenger POV: Here’s why the Subaru Evoltis is a good car for ‘passenger princesses’
The Subaru Evoltis is the Japanese carmaker’s entry into the country’s sport utility vehicle (SUV) segment and is touted as...
Paulo Papa
May 05, 2025

5 reasons the Lexus LBX should be your main luxury city crossover pick
The local crossover segment is currently one of the hottest categories in the Philippine automotive industry. Cars belonging to the...
Paulo Papa
May 02, 2025

Work wheels: vehicles that help industries move
This Labor Day, we celebrate the contributions of workers who help drive the economic growth and development of many industries....
Paulo Papa
Apr 30, 2025

Here are the BYD eMAX 7's 4 hues
BYD Cars Philippines just launched the eMAX 7 electric multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) not too long ago. On that note, many...
Paulo Papa
Apr 28, 2025

Here's a closer look at the PH-spec BYD eMAX 7's variants
BYD Cars Philippines entered the country’s multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) segment not too long ago. Its entry came in the form...
Paulo Papa
Apr 28, 2025

BYD Shark 6 DMO vs. Changan Nevo Hunter REEV
BYD Cars Philippines released the Shark 6 DMO to much fanfare sometime in March. Its arrival disrupted the local pickup...
Paulo Papa
Apr 23, 2025

Here’s what to expect on the road this Holy Week
The long Holy Week break is fast approaching, and that means plenty of Filipinos are cramming to leave the metro...
Paulo Papa
Apr 16, 2025

JAC JS4: from daily drives to ‘vacay’ vibes
Filipino families have shifted from loving sedans to appreciating the comfort and convenience of small sport utility vehicles (SUV).
Among...
Paulo Papa
Apr 22, 2025

First drive: Jetour X70 Lightning i-DM
Not too long ago, Jetour Auto Philippines Incorporated (JAPI) rolled out the X70 Lightning i-DM — its newest entry into...
Paulo Papa
Apr 03, 2025

Honda Giorno+: classy, capable city scoot
Not too long ago, Honda Philippines Incorporated (HPI) launched the Giorno+.
The small displacement motorcycle combines style and substance as...
Paulo Papa
Apr 02, 2025

First drive: Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+ AMG Line
Those in the market for a premium electric vehicle can look to the Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+ AMG Line for a...
Paulo Papa
Mar 21, 2025

JAC JS2 Pro: ideal 'first car' option
JAC Motors Philippines quietly launched the JS2 Pro late last year. The nameplate — released the same time as the...
Paulo Papa
Mar 10, 2025

VinFast VF5: adequate alternative
The VinFast VF 5 is part of the brand’s initial offering, aimed to capitalize on the country’s growing electric vehicle...
Paulo Papa
Feb 27, 2025

First Drive: Omoda, Jaecoo offerings are ready for on-, off-road challenges
Prior to the official launch of Chinese brands Omoda and Jaecoo in the Philippines, the twin marques presented their three-car...
Paulo Papa
Feb 19, 2025

BYD Seal 5 DM-i Dynamic: sustainability without the anxiety
BYD Cars Philippines looks to lead the charge in electrification locally with a salvo of sustainable offerings.
One of the...
Paulo Papa
Feb 19, 2025

Honda CR-V V Turbo CVT: impressive entry-level variant
Honda is committed to electrifying its lineup here in the Philippines and its local subsidiary has equipped some of its...
Paulo Papa
Feb 14, 2025

JAC JS8 Pro: jack of all trades
JAC Motors Philippines rolled out the all-new JS8 Pro sport utility vehicle (SUV) in August of 2024. Having been out...
Paulo Papa
Feb 03, 2025