Resurgence is the word that perhaps best characterizes how GAC Motor Philippines is doing nowadays. Ever since multinational automotive distributor Astara took over local operations on December 2022, the Chinese car brand’s image and vehicle lineup have gotten a huge boost amid the surge of new cars from the People’s Republic. GAC Motor Philippines’ improved fortunes are also being helped by the recent appointment of highly respected industry veterans Franz Decloedt and Timmy De Leon, who serve

The Geely Okavango (Specs | News), when it first launched, took the market by storm thanks to its affordable pricing, space, style, and features. It was a good mix of SUV-like looks, MPV-like versatility, and crossover dynamics all rolled into one with its competitive feature set. After all, it was the follow-up model after the Geely Coolray (Specs | News), so the automaker had to come up with something big. The automaker even bumped up the power from the 1.5-liter motor of the Coolray and added

The 2023 Honda CR-V has launched in Thailand, revealing new styling, a host of new features, plus a hybrid system that could change the game for the crossover. The Honda CR-V is now in its sixth generation and is available with two drivetrain options to choose from in the land of smiles. Aside from this, the all-new crossover also has five variants, two being hybrids. New sporty exterior On the outside, the 2023 Honda CR-V receives a sportier look with the brand’s latest design language. It rese

Automotive gadgets like remote start, remote locking, and vehicle tracking have been around for ages. But Ford Philippines has taken it one step further by putting all these convenience and security functions into one smartphone app. The carmaker announced during its 25th-anniversary celebration on November 17, 2022, that it would initially roll out FordPass for the next-generation Ford Ranger and Ford Everest. “FordPass will drive the future of the Ford ownership experience and we’re very excit

With the unveiling of the 2023 Toyota Prius, interest in hybrids has once again been piqued. The Prius has been the Japanese brand's poster child for the last 25 years when it comes to fuel efficiency and environmental sustainability. Meanwhile, the technology honed from four previous generations of the Prius has made it across the Toyota and Lexus lineups further enhancing both brands' green credentials over the years. Nowadays, hybrid cars are becoming more popular, and more affordable, each d

They say that if you don't look back at your car after you've parked it, then you've bought the wrong car. It sounds rather simplistic, but we must admit that there is quite a bit of truth. Here are some head turners on display at the 8th Philippine International Motor Show that would make anyone's garage a wonderful, happy place. Toyota GR 86 Branded with the Gazoo Racing badge that celebrates Toyota's racing spirit, the GR 86 comes in with better steering feedback and sharper handling. It is a