Disclosure: GWM Philippines kindly lent me a 2023 Haval Jolion Supreme HEV for eight days. It arrived with loaded RFID cards and a Shell fuel card. AutoFun Philippines paid for a carwash. When I was a kid, I swore by one specific brand of orange juice (which I shall not name, but it’s a brand that’s beloved by many). I simply could not have a meal without this overly sugary beverage that greatly contributed to my, shall we say, “portly” physique in grade school. And it had so many artificial ing

Chery Auto Philippines previewed two new electric vehicles (EV) and a new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) at the 2023 Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS). While no official prices were revealed at the event, the automaker mentioned a few key features that might entice interested customers to make a reservation once they officially launch. The automotive brand is going green and addressing the increasing demand for cleaner vehicles that don't rely on fossil fuels as gas and diesel pr

Here's a bit of exciting news that should rattle the likes of the Mazda MX-5, the Toyota GR 86, and even the Nissan Z. The MG Cyberster Battery Electric Vehicle roadster was revealed to global dealers today with SAIC Motor Philippines sending a delegation of the brand's top dealerships to the event. According to a source from SAIC Motor Philippines who attended the event, the MG Cyberster will be released in the Philippines in 2024. Our source was also quoted as saying the MG Cyberster will be p

Hyundai Motor Philippines adds another dealership to its growing nationwide network as it breaks ground on its new Cebu facility. Last August 11, 2023, the city of Talisay welcomed HMPH executives, including President Mr. Dong Wook Lee and Managing Director Mr. Cecil Capacete, as well as Gateway Group’s Executive Vice President Mr. Michael Goho, Corporate Secretary Ms. Estrella Goho, and Hyundai Brand Head, Mr. Glenn Teves. Why Cebu? Cebu is the central hub for the Visayas for commerce, educatio

Nissan has started making waves locally by introducing the Kicks e-POWER, an electric crossover with a gasoline generator. The Japanese carmaker is set to go further in the electric revolution by debuting a concept electric vehicle (EV) on its official YouTube channel on Feb. 2, 2023. “Join us on February 2 to see what happens when virtual becomes physical,” the company said in the livestream description. “Discover how our latest concept car takes zero-emissions mobility to the max!” The placeho

If you’re a regular at the annual Manila International Auto Show, you will have heard of Russ Swift. He has become the darling of motor shows worldwide because of his incredible precision driving showcases. Even with ordinary cars, he can execute flawless reverse J-turns, drive up on two wheels, and, his signature stunt, parallel park in the tightest spaces. This weekend, you can witness the legendary autotester in action at the second Subaru Advanced Technology Drive on Oct. 7-9, 2022 at the Ga