The Toyota GAZOO Racing (TGR) Vios Cup is holding its final leg of the season on Nov. 11, 2023 at the Clark International Speedway. Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) said in a November 2023 press statement that the highlight of the day would be the first-ever Grand Prix, which is a one-and-a-half-hour endurance race where drivers are ranked according to who finishes the most number of laps. Unlike sprint races, which are focused on staying ahead of the pack in 10 to 12 laps, endurance racing is a t

Revving up the excitement in the Philippine sports landscape is none other than the roaring world of motorsports. From heart-pounding races to nail-biting competitions of speed and precision, Filipino drivers are leaving their mark on racetracks all over the country. Leading the charge in fueling this growing momentum is Petron Corporation. According to the oil company, its Petron Motorsports program's unwavering presence and sponsorship of racing venues is making a significant impact in support

Safety is one of the key categories you must look out for when buying a car. It is the one aspect of a vehicle that you shouldn’t skip out on, and you need to prioritize not only for yourself but for the safety of your passengers. We have created a quick list of vehicles under the ₱1 million price with high safety ratings from the ASEAN NCAP. Note that to make it onto this list, the cars must have, at minimum, a 3-star crash safety. The list also includes vehicles from other markets similar in s

The updated Nissan Almera subcompact sedan was launched in Thailand on May 11, 2023. It is slated to debut in the Philippines on June 2023, although final specifications have not yet been announced. The Almera is available in four variants for the Thai market. The pre-facelift Almera was a good car, but didn’t quite have enough to take on the best-selling subcompact in the Philippines, the venerable Toyota Vios. But with new styling and more safety tech, does the latest Almera now have a chance?

The Honda City is arguably one of the best competitors from its segment after the Toyota Vios. Now, as new competitors emerge like the Geely Emgrand, the City shows its dominance with the coming of a new generation from 2021. The all-new Honda City shows class with its looks, power and fuel efficiency with its engine, and all the cool stuff Honda always bring to the table. The Honda City, like the Civic, has three main variants – the S, the V, and the RS. The S being the base model has a manual

The 2020 Toyota Vios facelift has strong competition from not just B-segment sedan rivals like the Honda City and Nissan Almera. If you’re convinced about buying a sedan - which is completely understandable for reasons explained here - and you’re eyeing on the Toyota Vios facelift, here are its pros and cons. Pros Great value-for-money Most comfortable in class Competent handling Cons Lacks telescopic adjustment Not as fuel-efficient as rivals Slowest in class Pros – Great value-for-money The To