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

Chery Philippines has reached a new high for June as the Chinese automaker has surpassed its highest monthly record of 323 units sold, established in May 2023. Despite total industry sales decreasing by 5% from May, the automaker avoided the downturn and grew by 18%, securing the 10th spot in total sales rankings for June. Chery Tiggo 5x leading the charge Leading the brand’s sales success was the Chery Tiggo 5x; note that this is not yet even the pro hybrid variant, which is set to officially l

From Audi to Weltmeister, it seems that every major carmaker is offering a battery-electric vehicle (EV) in the Philippines. Of course, these companies are taking advantage of the zero duties on imported EVs and parts, which has led to huge price drops for many EV models like the Nissan LEAF. There’s also Republic Act 11697 or the “Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act,” which not only offers non-financial incentives for EV owners, but also provides a roadmap for infrastructure like charging

Chery Philippines recently released a teaser photo on its official Facebook page showcasing another electric vehicle set to join its local lineup at the 2023 Manila International Auto Show. Based on the teaser photo, the upcoming vehicle could be a new variant of the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, thanks to the appearance of the number seven. It also comes with the tagline, “Revive your passion for the environment,” emphasizing the letters E and V, which point to the vehicle being an electric vehicle (EV).

The Toyota Camry has been around for 40 years now, catering to the needs of upper-class people, and providing premium comfort, performance, safety, and tech features. But 2022 has gotten better for the Camry as it is now powered with a hybrid system that focuses on fuel economy, regeneration, and sustainability. Its Japanese automaker Toyota is looking forward to a more promising performance from the Camry this year. Price and Colors Unlike before, the 2022 Toyota Camry is now only available in