As I write this, a great haze has blanketed the whole of Metro Manila and various parts of Luzon. That’s because Taal Volcano is once again spewing noxious ash clouds, similar to what it did in 2020 before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and vehicle emissions according to PAGASA. Although a worldwide virus outbreak seems unlikely, it’s best to stay indoors and wear a strong N95 mask to keep your lungs safe. And while you’re cooped up, you can read through the five favorite stories for Septem

GAC Philippines has reached another significant milestone in the Philippines, surpassing 1,000 units in total retail sales for 2023 - a record achievement for the automaker since being under the global mobility company Astara. GAC Motor achieved year-to-date retail sales of 1,017 units as of August. The figures are likewise reflected on the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) database. The 1000+ sales is evidence of the brand’s growing popularity in the country. T

The R35 Nissan GT-R is a bit of a miracle in the automotive world – it’s been around for over 15 years. First introduced in 2007, the GT-R was the long-awaited replacement to the legendary R34 Skyline GT-R that had stopped production in 2002. In an industry where new cars tend to pop up every five years, the R35’s incredible longevity is perhaps a testament to its enduring design and performance. In fact, the 2024 Nissan GT-R now cranks out 565 PS and can do 0 to 100 km/h in under 3 seconds – to

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has announced that by 2030, it will be selling mainly Hybrid, Plug-in, and Battery Electric Vehicles. According to its Fiscal Year 2023-2025 Mid-Term Business Plan published in March 2023, the Japanese automaker has said that from 2025 onwards, it will start selling a diverse lineup of ICE and EV-powered models. From 2030 onwards, EVs will form the majority of its portfolio. It has also identified electrification as one of its core technologies in its vision to repo

Buying an electrified vehicle is going to be a whole lot easier, at least in Indonesia. Our friends from AutoFun Indonesia reported that the Indonesian government is finalizing a host of financial incentives for people looking to buy a hybrid-electric or fully electric vehicle (EV). As of press time, an estimated 80 million rupiah (₱283,000) discount may be given to full EV buyers, while hybrid owners may get 40 million (₱141,000) rupiah off. However, these will only be offered to models that ar

2022 World Car of the Year winner, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is now in the Philippines. A preview of the highly anticipated EV is on display at the 8th PIMS at World Trade Center, Pasay City. And Hyundai Motor Philippines is hinting at a price range of between Php 3.1 to 3.6 million pesos depending on the range. Now operating under new management, Hyundai Motors Philippines Inc. (HMPH) has officially joined the prestigious Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI). Along wit