The Hyundai Stargazer is undoubtedly one of the most eye-catching multi-purpose vehicles (MPV) on sale today. Launched in the Philippines on November 2022, its futuristic styling and crisp, seven-seat interior make it a prime candidate to be one of Hyundai Motor Philippines’ best-sellers. But for those who want a Stargazer with a more off-road appearance, there’s always the Stargazer X that’s launching on Aug. 10, 2023 at the GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show. And even before the offici

The affordable 7-seater segment in the Philippines is still going strong, with multiple entries available to answer the call of families looking for a vehicle that can meet their needs while on a budget. The likes of the Mitsubishi Xpander, Toyota Veloz, and Honda BR-V all fit in this segment, all vying for a spot in the very lucrative market. That said, we will look at the Mitsubishi Xpander and figure out why it's still a family and fan favorite and why many still buy the affordable 7-seater.

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At some point or another, during your elementary and high school days, there was one student who always got a big chunk of the achievement awards. In a similar vein (albeit in the Philippine auto industry setting), that student is Toyota Motor Philippines. According to information gleaned from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI), which is the largest automotive group in the country, Toyota once again dominated in 2022 by having eight of the top 10 models and nine o

According to one reputable automotive website, Vehq.com, diesel-engine powered vehicles cost more to maintain in the long run, than your typical gasoline-fueled car because the former requires more routine periodic maintenance in addition to having to pay for expensive parts in cases where malfunctioning car parts need to be replaced. Be that as it may, however, this puff of news comes as soothing as a breath of otherwise, fresh mountain air, especially to would-be car owners of one Ford Territo

Filipinos looking for an affordable small SUV do consider the Toyota Rush among their prospect purchases. A budget-friendly vehicle by Toyota Motor Company priced from Php983,000 to Php1,100,000 for its three variants available in the Philippine automobile market. With that price range, you might say that you truly get your money’s worth, considering that the Rush is an SUV type of vehicle. This affordable SUV from Toyota may seem to save you a lot as compared to its competitors in the market. B