A quick visit to the official website of Toyota Motor Philippines reveals something strange about the Toyota Corolla Altis. While its variants have been slimmed down to just three models, the GR-S, GR-S CVT, and the E CVT, the engine displacement has been changed. Previously, the sedan was only available with a 1.8-liter hybrid system or a 1.6-liter naturally aspirated engine for the other variants. However, that may change soon as the brand’s website reveals that all the non-hybrid models will

Kia is on fire when it comes to its collecting accolades as the brand’s American division has set a record for the highest number of awards ever earned in a single year by a brand in the J.D. Power 2023 Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) study. The South Korean automaker had seven models ranked number one in their segments - the most awarded to a single manufacturer in the APEAL study’s 28-year history. The accolades don’t stop there, as these awards come on the heels of Kia t

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 Electrified Streamliner matches its older sibling, the IONIQ 5's, winning ways as it takes the World Car of the Year, World Electric Vehicle of the Year, and World Car Design of the Year titles at the World Car Awards 2023. This year’s trophy haul matches what the IONIQ 5 won last year at the World Car Awards. The WCA’s international jury of 100 automotive journalists from 32 countries voted in favor of the IONIQ 6 for its “unique aerodynamic design and outstanding all-electr

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

Hybrid Electric Vehicles are picking up in numbers and availability in the Philippines. With their obvious fuel efficiency advantage, and the lack of a Battery EV charging infrastructure at the moment, do you see yourself driving a Hybrid? Intro to Hybrid Cars What's a Hybrid Car? What are the Key Components of a Hybrid Car's Powertrain? Types of Hybrid Systems Pros and Cons of Owning A Hybrid Car Hybrid Cars in the Philippines Toyota Prius Toyota Camry Hybrid Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8V Hybrid To

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