Disclosure: Nissan Philippines kindly lent me a 2023 Nissan Kicks e-POWER VL for seven days. It was delivered with a full tank of fuel and loaded RFID cars. AutoFun Philippines paid for a carwash. Prudence is a virtue that seems to be going the way of the dodo. With social media constantly bombarding us on how we should live (largely from so-called “influencers,” many of whom are able to do what they do because they are “stealth endorsers” who get freebies and perks), thinking things through can

Sunday morning – chill out at home, do some errands and prepare for our Monday shoot. Well, that was supposed to be the plan. Instead, I’m facing a red velvet cupcake, feeling the fresh daytime breeze brush against my face. The petite pastry is one of the best-sellers at Naro, which is located on the Binmaley Baywalk in Pangasinan. Its rich buttercream complements the crumbly, auburn dough. “In Pangasinense, naro ta ka means ‘I love you,’” said my dear friend and Pangasinan native Zeb Jimenez. T

Suzuki Auto Philippines has officially launched the 2023 Suzuki S-Presso with a new Auto Gear Shift (AGS) transmission. The new variant answers the call of its fans and car buyers for a clutchless version of the small hatchback. However, when the Japanese automaker released the automatic S-Presso, it also released the Suzuki Celerio. The latter has the same power output and, most importantly, an automatic variant already available, albeit at a higher price point. So the question now is, is the S

Ford Philippines recently celebrated its 25th anniversary this 2022, and it’s letting its customers share in the festivities. In a November 2022 press statement, the carmaker announced that it will raffle off 25 prizes to people who buy a brand-new Ford Everest, Ranger, Territory, or Mustang from November 17 to December 31, 2022. Ford Philippines said customers who buy a qualified Ford vehicle during the promo period will earn one raffle entry. This doesn’t include the Ranger Wildtrak 4x2 and 4x

Kia Philippines introduces electric mobility with a special preview of its highly anticipated its first dedicated electric vehicle, the Kia EV6 at the 8th Philippine International Motors Show. And according to Kia, it will be priced below Php 4 million when it starts sales next year. As a special preview of Kia’s solution to achieving sustainability, the Kia EV6 is an all-electric crossover SUV that offers long-range (550+km), zero-emissions power, 800V ultra-fast charging, and distinct styling.

When we see a good-looking car on the road, a head-turner that seems splendid, we may think that it doesn’t come with flaws. We are attracted to the physical looks of the car to the extent of forgetting that, just like any vehicle, it comes with disadvantages. The Honda HR-V is undeniably a good-looking car ever since, especially now. But does its gorgeous exterior a manifestation of its totality? Pros It has evolved into a more gorgeous-looking car. Throughout the years, Honda HR-V has always b