Electric vehicles (EVs) are slowly becoming mainstream in the Philippine market as more and more brands are bringing in their own examples. Following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s executive order, EVs have become easier to import thanks to zero duties that make these vehicles more affordable to prospective car buyers. Republic Act 11697 or the "Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act" also provides non-fiscal incentives for EV buyers, along with spurring investment into EV infrastructure, w

The 2023 Ford Territory is set to launch in the Philippines at the 2023 Manila International Auto Show this coming April. In its latest iteration, the next-generation crossover brings brand-new looks, slightly larger dimensions and more power. For context, the current version of the 1.5-liter, twin-cam, 16-valve, inline-4 EcoBoost gasoline engine in the Territory makes 143 PS and 225 Nm of torque. The 2023 version of the motor now produces 160 PS and 248 Nm of torque. This represents a 17 PS and

If the January 2023 global debut of the five-door Suzuki Jimny sport-utility vehicle (SUV) was a pleasant surprise, then prepare for a “shocker” with this new variant. Our friends at sister publication WapCar Malaysia reported that Suzuki is planning to roll out an electric-vehicle (EV) version of the Jimny by 2024. According to a presentation by the company, the small SUV will be one of five battery EVs that it will introduce in Europe by next year. The Jimny is currently offered with two gasol

MG Philippines has expanded its nationwide dealer network with a new showroom in Cebu Province. The Chinese carmaker said in a November 2022 press statement that MG Cebu South is now open for business in the Plaza Margarita commercial complex, located in the town of Minglanilla. The 210-square-meter dealership is located near Cebu South Road and can accommodate three display units. It also has a service bay for pre-scheduled repairs and maintenance. “The Covenant Car Company, Inc. and MG continu

Suzuki Philippines made waves at the 8th Philippine International Motor Show last September 2022 with the unveiling of its Ertiga Hybrid. It is the first compact, seven-seat multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) in the country with a hybrid powertrain. The carmaker has yet to disclose the date of the model's local release. However, if you want to know what it's like on the road, our friend Prasetyo from AutoFun Indonesia got a chance to drive the Ertiga Hybrid following its launch there on June 2022. Here

The recent Covid-19 lockdowns became the impetus for some companies to innovate and find creative ways to sell and promote their wares without face-to-face contact. The Covenant Car Company, Inc., the distributor of MG in the Philippines, first explored its collaboration with online retail giant Shopee at last year's 11.11 Sale event. And if there was an online event that would draw in crowds, it’s during those mega-sales promos when the day and month numbers coincide. Doing so gave MG Philippin