Nissan Philippines recently invited us to test the 2024 Nissan GT-R and the all-new 2024 Nissan Z at the Clark International Speedway (CIS). It's their two newest sports cars to enter the Philippine market. But aside from the usual rack test, the Japanese automaker also had a racing simulator available for us to get familiar with virtual versions of their vehicles before we took them out on the track. Think of it like the Gran Turismo movie, where Jann Mardenborough became a pro racing driver be

If you’ve ever been a motor racing fan, especially of the circuit variety, then spending two hours and fifteen minutes watching the Gran Turismo movie would be a no-brainer. It is the story of Jann Mardenborough, a former Nissan factory driver who started his racing career not from go-karts, as most professional drivers have until the late ‘90s, but from playing the Gran Turismo video game. Oh, sorry, driving simulator. I met the guy at the Nissan 360 event at Fuji Speedway back in 2015. He was

Isuzu’s dealership in the Davao Region celebrated a major milestone on March 2023. Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) said in a press statement that Isuzu Tagum celebrated its second anniversary by holding a mini truck fest on March 17 to 19, 2023. The dealer is managed by Image Motors Davao del Norte Inc. and has a spacious showroom and an expansive service center that can simultaneously accommodate up to nine light-commercial vehicles and four trucks. The Isuzu Traviz and trucks, ranging from

Not all lightweight sportscars are as small and nimble as a Mazda MX-5 Miata. Some are just more refined and purpose-driven versions of the real deal. Porsche has announced that it will add another illustrious variant to its 911 family - the 911 Carrera T. The letter "T" stands for touring and describes models that offer a pure driving experience. How pure? Check this out. Lightweight rules The new 911 Carrera T slots in between the 911 Carrera and the 911 Carrera S. The standard 911 T sports a

Ever wanted the ultimate Porsche 911 for the track, but don’t want to shell out for a full-blown grand touring race car? The all-new 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS may just be what you’re looking for. Style-wise, the GT3 RS carries over many design cues from the 992 GT3, such as the round headlights, the full-length taillights and the large rear wing. But with the RS, you get huge cooling vents on the front lid, the fenders and air intakes on the rear fenders, much like in the 911 Turbo. In addition, i

Some factors hold us back from pursuing something. Especially if that factor is a purchase price of almost nine million pesos. But car enthusiasts and motorsport lovers are oftentimes deadset whenever they have a particular sports car model in mind. Especially for those who are financially capable, to begin with. And one of the most sought-after sports cars and grand tourers of all time – the Nissan GT-R – is still a top choice among track addicts. But why? Legacy Every car enthusiast knows abou