Turbodiesel sport-utility vehicles (SUVs) like Mitsubishi Montero Sport and the Toyota Fortuner may rule Philippine roads, but this country will always have a soft spot for American iron. Since the late-1990s, V8-powered Leviathans like the Ford Expedition and the Chevrolet Suburban have maintained a small yet commanding presence in our streets, guzzling unleaded like there was no tomorrow. But Ford decided to shoehorn a turbocharged V6 into the Expedition to accommodate the demand for better fu

Imagine being a car club that is so well-known that a carmaker produces special-edition models to commemorate your silver anniversary. Miata Club Philippines (MCP), which is the oldest single-make car club in the country, got just that during the official turnover of the first batch of the Mazda MX-5 MCP 25th Anniversary Edition on October 2022. Mazda Philippines president Steven Tan led the ceremony of eight units at the brand's Center of Excellence facility in Cabuyao, Laguna. "It is truly hea

What do you look for in a vehicle? Does it have to be aesthetically pleasing inside and outside? Maybe you are after your and your loved ones' safety? Or are you after a vehicle's stunning road performance, and you always have to drive a car that is always on top of its game? Your reasons for choosing a particular car over another come from your priorities. There are usually two schools of thought regarding finding the right car. Car enthusiasts don't settle for less; they typically look for a v

Mitsubishi's obsession with retaining the L300 brand every year is akin to Filipinos' obsession with Voltes V. It's long-standing, occasionally feel-good, sometimes head-scratching, and full of nostalgia. Most local folks feel the same about the Japanese diamond star nameplate. However, the spartan sturdiness of the all-purpose hauler made it a hit (especially in the provinces), so why mess around with a swinging act? The L300 platform can be configured depending on business needs. A ladder fram

Several factors contribute to our decision-making, especially if it involves a large amount of money. Is it worth its price? Does it have what I need, or it just answers "yes" to my wants? Whether we are after our wants or our needs, the endpoint is that it has to supply to our satisfaction. Whenever we buy a piece of clothing, we consider the material used for it. Sometimes, we also think about who made it and how it was made. Of course, we see if it does fit well and if it does look good on us

Have you ever wondered what's so special about the Jeep Wrangler? Aside from its iconic legacy and style language, it is still one of the most sought-after off-road vehicles. Its popularity is on the same level as the Mini Cooper and is more popular than the Chevrolet Camaro. But if it is that popular, why do you seldom see it on the road? Is it because its popularity doesn't mean that people love it? I don't think so, as numerous people are dreaming of having a Jeep Wrangler. I said "dream", be