Some inspiration from Japan’s aftermarket scene
by Lije Martin
Proceeds will go to ROWW, a non-profit organization founded by Paul Walker
The Toyota GR Supra officially ended production in March of this year with a Final Edition as an appropriate sendoff. With that, the Japanese car manufacturer announced that the last unit from the assembly line will be auctioned, with proceeds going to
by Lije Martin
Priced at around P157,000, but no word if this is making its way outside Japan
Toyota has officially announced detailed specifications on the GR Kart, an entry-level racing kart reported to be in development earlier in the year. The automaker's goal with the kart is to leverage its experience with building cars to provide a
by Angelo Nieto
Included with purchases of select sushi sets
Fans of sushi and motorsport are in for a treat-conveyor sushi restaurant chain Sushiro is teaming up with Toyota for a Gazoo Racing-themed collab. The brands say they aim to create memorable experiences "by combining the joy of dining together
by Angelo Nieto
But it won’t be for everyone
After much uncertainty brought about by the fuel crisis, the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup is back. There is now a renewed push for biofuels; the Vios and Tamaraw race cars are running on fuel formulated with special blends of coconut oil
by Dinzo Tabamo
The Japanese giant is still serious about making hydrogen power happen
Earlier this week, we covered Toyota's hesitance to bring a PHEV Hilux to the market. The Japanese carmaker claimed that it's in no hurry to break into the plug-in pickup segment just yet, preferring to further develop its technology
by Angelo Nieto
The next leg will be held at Clark International Speedway
The Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Philippine Cup is officially returning to the track on July 9 to 11, at the Clark International Speedway in Angeles, Pampanga. This time, the race weekend will also act as a 'rolling laboratory' to test out alternative
Toyota wants to promote motorsports among the Japanese youth with these GR Karts
A report from Nikkei Asia has confirmed that Toyota will begin building and selling go-karts later this year. Production will take place at the carmaker's plant in Aichi, Japan, after which, the karts will be sold under the Gazoo Racing
by Billy Caluag
Or worse, flip them
The Toyota GR GT is set to launch in 2027, with the US being one of its first markets outside of Japan. But before customers can get their hands on the Gazoo Racing supercar, Toyota wants to make sure they're actually
by Lije Martin
How this is a car from my childhood
The Toyota GR Corolla is a very special car for me, but not for the reasons you might think. When I was a kid in the '90s, my dad would wake me up in the middle of the night to watch a
No GR-S variant? No problem
The ninth-generation Toyota Hilux has officially launched in Japan and is available in two diesel-powered 4x4-equipped variants-the Z and the Z Adventure. While a GR-S version for the new Hilux has not been confirmed, customers can still
by Lije Martin
Also, more on what to expect from Toyota at the show next week
Acclaimed indie folk-pop act Ben&Ben will be performing at the Toyota Motor Philippines booth at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show on June 5. The band was previously announced as ambassadors for the Toyota Choice campaign, which will also serve
by Angelo Nieto
The new die-cast model toy drops on April 10
Attention all die-cast fans: Toyota, McDonald's, and Tomica are teaming up once again for a new Happy Meal toy campaign in Japan. This time, the spotlight is on the GR GT in its full GT3 getup.The Tomica model of
by Angelo Nieto
And what if we said bigger numbers are the bigger issue in modern performance?
The world appears to love the new Toyota GR GT. I love it, too-a front-engine, rear-drive, twin-turbocharged V8-powered supercar that channels the Lexus LFA and calls to mind the fabulous Mercedes-AMG SLS Black Series. As I
Turning lessons learned on the track into updates for the factory spec
Toyota Gazoo Racing has just revealed a refresh for the Toyota GR Yaris dubbed Type 26. This update focuses on incorporating feedback from pro drivers to further refine the rally-bred hot hatch.One of the highlights? Not a power bump or
by Angelo Nieto
It also adds a hefty safety update
The Toyota Raize has received a new GR Sport variant in Indonesia, which includes the typical Gazoo Racing-themed accessories and a more premium interior. However, the Japanese carmaker also upgraded the driving-assistance features on the Raize to a more comprehensive
by Billy Caluag
Another track-ready hot hatch honed by the boss himself
Akio Toyoda-a.k.a. 'Morizo'-really enjoyed himself behind the wheel of a specially-equipped Toyota GR Yaris at the Nurburgring last year, where he completed more than his allotted laps of the Green Hell in the 24hr race. He came
by Vijay Pattni
Taking Toyota’s newest hot hatch for a run through Clark
Leandre: Why, yes we did, and at the Clark International Speedway at that. We had barely a lap behind the wheel, though, and then another as a passenger.For safety reasons, Toyota Motor Philippines had us do just one lap per driver.
by Sharleen Banzon
and Leandre Grecia
Is this an official release or a special exhibition?
The Toyota GR Corolla is set to appear at the Clark International Speedway for GR Track Day, taking place on December 17, 2025. This will mark the GR Corolla's first local appearance, and while there's no official confirmation of its
by Billy Caluag
The Indonesians get a bigger engine, too
The Toyota Wigo is a good set for first wheels for, well, just about everyone. It's affordable, easy to drive, great on fuel, and practical enough for most folks. What it isn't is a performance car. Not with that 1.
The next-generation Tamaraw has already raced in Thailand
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) hinted at the possibility of racing the all-new Tamaraw at the next Toyota Gazoo Racing (GR) Philippine Cup. If Toyota's beloved utility vehicle could prove itself to be a capable race car, then it would only
by Billy Caluag
