Toyota Motor Philippines has added a new variant to its venerable Toyota Innova. A quick look at the brand’s official website reveals that the new model is called the Innova XE. It sits just below the Innova E model in terms of pricing and specifications. On the outside, the new XE variant looks similar to the J model as it ditches the 16-inch alloy wheels from the E variant and replaces them with steel wheels with plastic covers. However, despite the shift to steel wheels, the tire sizing remai

Toyota’s plans to slowly electrify its model lineup are coming together with more information about the possible specifications for the upcoming Toyota Fortuner hybrid being released. Reports have indicated that the Fortuner hybrid will still use its 2.8-liter turbodiesel engine, but will be combined with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. It won't be considered a full-hybrid vehicle, unlike the Toyota Corolla Cross and Toyota Yaris Cross. Note that Toyota has not yet released any official specificat

The All-new 2024 Mitsubishi Triton has been unveiled in Thailand, revealing a complete pickup truck inside and out with new features and more power under the hood. Something interesting to note is that Thailand is the first country to sell the new pickup truck, with other markets to follow soon. The reveal of the new Triton comes after months of speculation and teasers, especially with the Mitsubishi XRT Concept car, which was the basis for the styling of the all-new pickup. The new pickup truck

The Toyota Zenix (not Innova Zenix) is one of the most highly anticipated new cars in the Philippines. It rides on an all-new, front-wheel-drive platform and features both hybrid and non-hybrid variants. The Zenix will also be sold locally alongside the previous-generation turbodiesel Innova. Toyota Motor Philippines announced in a June 22, 2023 Facebook post that customers can inquire about the Zenix at all its dealers nationwide starting the same date. This information was shared by other medi

The Toyota Hilux has been one of those popularly reliable workhorses in the US that gets the job done in any form of weather with an awesome pulling power that supports 3500kg of the cargo load. While two optionally superb diesel engines make the said burden worthwhile as a 2.4-liter unit that is heavily borrowed from the Innova Crysta produces 150 Ps and 360 Nm of torque that comes chained and to a 6-speed torque converter or 5-speed manual gearbox also sending power to the rear wheels. Moreove

When it comes to pick-up trucks, practically everyone’s answer is the Toyota Hilux, thanks to a solid reputation for reliability and durability it built over the years. But what about other options like the Mitsubishi Strada and Ford Ranger? Are the other trucks worth your hard-earned money? Toyota Hilux – the de-facto option for many, for a good reason For all intends and purposes, the Toyota Hilux fulfills its duty as a workhorse really well. In the event that the Hilux needs to be serviced or