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

Geely has officially started producing its new 1.5-liter 4-cylinder hybrid gasoline engine that boasts 44.26% thermal efficiency. Thermal efficiency is the energy an engine can extract from its fuel source. A regular internal combustion engine (ICE) has about 20% to 30% thermal efficiency, though some automakers such as Hyundai, Toyota, and GAC motors have registered higher figures well into the 40% range. For comparison, a current Formula 1 power unit registers 52% efficiency while a battery el

A new contender in the local market gets popular with its affordability, style, and offerings – the 2022 Changan CS35 Plus. This Chinese-made subcompact sedan is proving to the Philippine automotive market that it has what it takes to compete with the most trusted and award-winning automobiles in our time. To have an insight into what's behind the 2022 CS35 Plus, a list of its pros and cons is below. Pros It comes with a modernly stylish exterior profile I think that we should get used to the fa

When deciding what vehicle to get, we consider different factors. We also check what most car buyers look for and see if the trend suits you. In our present time, the choice of automobile is trending towards subcompact crossover SUVs. It has become one of the most in-demand car segments in the past few years. Following the trend, car manufacturers are eager to introduce new subcompact crossovers in the market now and then, and American automaker Chevrolet is no exception. In late 2021, Chevy int

Undeniably, crossovers have been the most popular car type in the past years. And Hyundai Motor Company can testify to that, as their Hyundai Tucson was named the company’s best-selling car model for several years. In 2021, Tucson sold 150,000 units in the U.S. alone, breaking its record since the model was first introduced back in 2004. Hyundai Tucson has several edges over its rival of the same class in the market. Firstly, it is a crossover vehicle, which gives it a large market. Secondly, it

Since its first launch back in 2017, Hyundai Kona has received numerous accolades in its class, including the 2022 Best Subcompact SUV for the Money award. If you are looking for a subcompact SUV, the Kona might be a perfect choice for you. Although there are advantages and disadvantages to every car model, you should dig deeper to know if a vehicle model fits your lifestyle and needs. To know whether the Hyundai Kona is worth spending your hard-earned money on, check out some of its pros and co