The R35 Nissan GT-R has been around since I was in first-year high school. Despite having its “Sweet 16” on December 2023, the latest iteration of this iconic Japanese supercar still has what it takes to stick it to the likes of what Europe has to offer. Indeed, the R35’s long-time rival has been the Porsche 911 Turbo, which has been revamped over three generations (997, 991 and the current 992). But the latest scoop from Japanese car magazine BestCarWeb may see a completely new rival for the ne

When Nissan Philippines launched the Nissan LEAF, it wanted to showcase the power to clean mobility to the local market. It is a popular electric vehicle (EV) in other markets as the Nissan LEAF has sold more than 600,000 units worldwide, based on figures from mid-2022, since the model launch in late 2010. However, in 2023 it's now facing strong competition from the likes of the South Koreans and the Chinese, who are bringing more affordable and technologically advanced vehicles to the local mar

When you're a global superstar like BLACKPINK's Jennie, you can have pretty much anything you want. And when the Korean singer and rapper wanted her dream car, Porsche was glad to oblige by helping her create her Taycan 4S Cross Turismo. Called the "Taycan 4S Cross Turismo for Jennie Ruby Jane," the all-electric supersedan was made with the help of the German carmaker's Sonderwunsch customization program. The company said in a press statement that members of the Sonderwunsch team at Porsche Excl

Over the past decade, an oft-repeated but rarely turned into concrete action posit of the local auto industry was a need to shift to electric and hybrid cars. The 2022 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) showed attendees that the shift above wasn't just idle chat. Pure battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrid vehicles (HEVs) were highlights of more than one automaker at PIMS. For example, Kia's EV6 full-electric compact crossover sport utility vehicle (SUV) was front and center at the

On average, an internal combustion engine emits 5.4 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year, relatively higher than an electric vehicle - which only emits two metric tons per annum. That is why automotive manufacturers are developing ways how to ease this dilemma. And with the uncontrollable oil price hikes, people are exploring alternatives. With the evolution of technology over the years, electric-powered vehicles have become competent and viable mobility solutions. The second-generation Nissan

Hats off as Nissan worked immensely hard to provide one of the most advanced automobiles available in our local automotive market today. As transportation is not only eyeing but living in the fully-electric vehicle innovation today, we are dragged to embrace the advancement as well, for ourselves and the environment. The 2022 Nissan Leaf is the frontline in the country in providing a commercially- available fully-electric vehicle. What's beyond its innovation? Pros It has a modern yet aggressive