The recent “Undas” week gave us all the chance to reflect not only about those who have left us, but also about our own lives. For those who stayed in Metro Manila, it has been a pleasant mix of clear roads, good weather and occasional rain showers. And for those who drove out of town, it was a chance to spend up to a week away from the hustle and bustle of city life. It really makes you wonder about what the Philippines would be like if economic development were spread all throughout the archip

The next-generation Ford Territory is relatively new to the global market, debuting in China in May of 2022 under the Ford Equator Sport nameplate. Soon after, the Territory launched in other markets, slowly making the crossover a hit. While the next-generation Ford Territory initially did not come with crash test results, things have changed as the China New Car Assessment Program (C-NCAP) tested the new vehicle and gave it a 5-star rating. Safety should be a top priority when buying a vehicle,

For many, Metro Manila’s increasing pace to "Carmageddon hell" means that relocating or moving permanently outside the capital is proving to be a better and much more refreshing solution. That can mean settling in an urban center, not within Metro Manila, and retaining your work orientation there. That can also mean putting up your own farm and being self-sustainable by growing the food needed for personal consumption. The latter option has been a go-to choice for many an urbanite. And putting u

Get the chance to check out the latest Geely models while you’re shopping in Pasig City. Sojitz G Auto Philippines Corporation (SGAP), the official importer and distributor of Geely in the Philippines, said in a February 2023 press statement that it opened an in-mall dealership at Ayala Malls the 30th. This is the second in-mall showroom that the Chinese car brand has set up, following the opening of the SM Taytay branch in Rizal in 2022. The company said the Ayala Malls dealer will be managed b

Instead of making a Nitpicker’s Guide, I’ll just tell you about the three things I like, and probably don’t, about the Corolla Altis. (Images from Toyota PH) The Toyota Corolla Altis is one of the iconic cars from Toyota that has made a huge impact in the Philippines as Corolla and as Altis. As the middle child of the Vios and the Camry, the Altis offers both the versatility and class of the two siblings. The Corolla Altis offers more than a mid-range option in the sedan market, and even if peop

Undeniably, crossovers have been the most popular car type in the past years. And Hyundai Motor Company can testify to that, as their Hyundai Tucson was named the company’s best-selling car model for several years. In 2021, Tucson sold 150,000 units in the U.S. alone, breaking its record since the model was first introduced back in 2004. Hyundai Tucson has several edges over its rival of the same class in the market. Firstly, it is a crossover vehicle, which gives it a large market. Secondly, it