The Toyota Corolla Cross has just been updated in its home market of Japan. The 5-seater crossover gets a refreshed look thanks to its new bumper and grille combination, along with a new set of alloy wheels. However, Toyota didn’t just stop there as it has also given it a slight increase in power as it has a new 2.0-liter under the hood. It now comes with a Dynamic Force M20A-FKS engine, which is present in the non-hybrid version of the crossover. More power It is the same engine used in many ot

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Would you go for a radically new car or stick with a tried and tested one? The Philippine market has been enamored with the proven Toyota Vios, and we have seen that for the last two decades. And it is not just because of its affordability, but also because of the brand's solid reputation. But how about you? What's your take? Would you go for the tried and tested like the Toyota Vios? Or would you venture with the radically new Honda City? Which is more promising on the road, and which will stan

Plenty of desirable traits is to be found in the Nissan Almera over the past years. And for this year’s version, it is expected to change for an update better than last year’s, obviously. The exterior and the interior of the new version got a sharper and more sophisticated-looking update. Over the looks, functionality comes first, right? The Nissan Almera has a pretty decent engine and transmission track record over the years. Its power gives its users confidence on the road. And its sophisticat

The Toyota Rush is one of the go-to MUV of the Filipino families alongside Mitsubishi Xpander and Honda BR-V. In 2019, Toyota introduced the Rush in the Philippine market. The all-new Toyota Rush was only available in seven-seater configuration (1.5 G) until its five-seater variant (1.5 E) came out. Known to some as the "Mini Fortuner" (because of its exterior design) it is better than an Avanza and cheaper than a Fortuner. Toyota Rush's exterior design allows for smooth mobility, less drag from