Let’s turn the clock back some five years ago. In 2018, I was 40 pounds lighter and working part-time as a motoring contributor to help me through graduate school. This was also the year that I started my racing career. 2018 was also when the cars in this list were showroom fresh. Even without the “new car smell,” which is actually a combination of chemicals from the manufacturing process, these models still have plenty of life left in them. Indeed, five years is typically the time when most com

At the 2023 Manila International Auto Show, we were all mildly surprised to see the all-new Ford Ranger Raptor at the Ford Philippines stand. Parked with its nose pointing to the sky, the bright-orange pick-up truck towered over the likes of the all-new Ford Territory, with Ford Philippines managing director Mike Breen saying that the Ranger Raptor will be coming to the country soon. The old Ranger Raptor was a huge hit locally for offering the ultimate off-roading package straight out of the sh

When you're a global superstar like BLACKPINK's Jennie, you can have pretty much anything you want. And when the Korean singer and rapper wanted her dream car, Porsche was glad to oblige by helping her create her Taycan 4S Cross Turismo. Called the "Taycan 4S Cross Turismo for Jennie Ruby Jane," the all-electric supersedan was made with the help of the German carmaker's Sonderwunsch customization program. The company said in a press statement that members of the Sonderwunsch team at Porsche Excl

I love going to different places. I love having deep thoughts while on a long drive. I love bringing my family to fun places. I love how efficient it is to have a car instead of taking a public commute. I love having an adventure outside the city. But I can't do all those things thinking that the fuel prices nowadays keep on spiking, especially since it takes getting out of the city to maximize fun. That is why I am doing some rethinking on getting myself a Jeep Gladiator. That pickup truck has

The Four Rings are coming back to the pinnacle of motorsport. Audi has confirmed its participation in Formula One as a constructor starting in the 2026 season. Together with sister brand Porsche, the two Volkswagen Group companies are presumed to compete under different setups. Audi will be a full-blown manufacturer entry, while Porsche will be an engine supplier to Red Bull Racing. Porsche is also said to be in the process of buying a 50% stake in the championship-winning team. Audi is currentl

Three pickup truck models compete fiercely to get the throne of being the best pickup truck internationally – the Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara, and Ford Ranger Raptor. Those three are their respective brand's frontline off-road monster trucks as they come with impeccable strength and road power. But just like any other vehicle model, they also have the differences that make them stand out from the rest. Let us dig deeper into their powertrain attributes to see which among them is the toughest on