The 11th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) had a much more lively atmosphere compared to the one in 2022. Held at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City from October 19 to 21, 2023, the event had many more visitors who were curious about joining the “electric revolution.” Indeed, it felt more like a smaller version of the annual Manila International Auto Show. This is hardly surprising because the government has granted numerous incentives to EV buyers who want to veer away from ever-ri

Renowned research firm J.D. Power found that Porsche, GAC Honda and Chery were the best in their categories in terms of new-car quality in China. The 2023 China Initial Quality Survey (IQS) of vehicles, including those built in China, is in its 24th year. It continues with the initiative of examining problems experienced by new-vehicle owners within the first two to six months of ownership. The 2023 study is based on responses from 34,648 owners who purchased their vehicles between June 2022 and

The facelifted 2023 Nissan Almera is expected to launch in the Philippines sometime in June 2023. This is according to a source with intimate knowledge of the upcoming model but requested anonymity because of a lack of authority to speak on the matter. The updated Almera is also expected to launch in ASEAN on May 11, 2023, following the debut of the facelifted Nissan Versa, the Almera’s American sibling, last October 2022. Bigger grill, special paint The facelifted Almera is expected to carry ov

As the updated 2023 Mitsubishi Xpander Cross is set to be unveiled at the end of this month, it brings with it a whole slew of notable mechanical, exterior, and interior changes. While the exact specifications of the local unit have yet to be announced, one of the major updates that our local spec unit reportedly won’t get or fail to have is a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). If inputs from our dealer sources are correct, the 2023 Mitsubishi Xpander Cross will be unlike the one that was

Mitsubishi Philippines is set to launch the refreshed 2023 Mitsubishi Xpander Cross this Jan. 26, 2023. The announcement comes from a recent teaser that Mitsubishi Motors Philippines released to the media, showing the silhouette of the vehicle's front fascia and the tagline “Get ready to cross the current.” While its local specifications are still unknown, we can look to other markets to guess what it might bring to the local market. What we do know is that it will go up against the likes of the

The deciding factor goes for a long list, especially if a large amount of money is involved in the decision-making. Aside from real estate and business, vehicle costs are above the necessary spending of every individual. A typical sedan costs around Php700,000 to more than two million pesos, depending on the model. But what would you expect from the most affordable vehicle – the 2022 Suzuki S-Presso, in the local automotive market today? The 2022 Suzuki S-Presso has some traits that will make yo