Articles about Japanese Cars

It actually looks great

Wow. Who'd have thought cork, of all things, would look this good inside a car's cabin? Mazda did, and the results are very impressive.The Japanese carmaker utilized cork harvested from fallen trees to spruce up the MX-30's

Here’s how

How many days has it been now? Don't worry, we don't blame you if you haven't been keeping track. We feel exactly the same way.Chances are, this enhanced quarantine period is pushing your patience to its limit. Maybe

This or the newly-introduced Xpander Cross?

Early 2020 saw Mitsubishi Motors Philippines (MMPC) shake up its Xpander lineup with the introduction of the Xpander Cross. The new addition isn't just a more rugged, higher-riding version of the hot-selling seven-seater-it's the Xpander stable'

The brand just turned a century old

Looms. Suzuki started out manufacturing looms. Just like many other carmakers, the Japanese brand first made a name for itself producing something other than, well, cars.The Suzuki Loom Manufacturing Company was founded by Michio Suzuki on March 15, 1920-meaning, yes,

Are these worth the ultra-budget price tag?

By now you've heard that the Suzuki S-Presso comes with an ultra-affordable P518,000 price tag. That's all well and good, but the question as to whether the cost would be worth it remained unanswered on account of

For those who thought the ‘standard’ one was too tame

Tough, practical, and ready to take on Metro Manila's pockmarked roads-these are traits that Mitsubishi Motors Philippines (MMPC) would have you believe come with the Xpander Cross's package. Well, we've seen it in the metal and are happy

A true off-roader

Early last year, Isuzu Philippines piqued the interest of pickup lovers by introducing the D-Max's Boondock variant.The D-Max Boondock, with 265/70 Yokohama Geolandar all-terrain tires, 18-inch black alloy wheels, 247mm of ground clearance, performance shock

How much is a tougher look worth to you?

It appears Mitsubishi Motors Philippines isn't done with the Strada just yet. The Japanese car manufacturer has brought in another variant of its popular pickup truck just a week after launching the new Strada GL.This is the 2020 Mitsubishi Strada

The brand is cleaning up its act

Isuzu has announced that it will completely clean up its act, eliminating greenhouse gas emissions from both its products and operations by the year 2050.While the carmaker stops short of saying it will discontinue diesel offerings, unless by some miracle it

Still looking into buying this MPV?

It looks like Suzuki Philippines isn't taking a laid-back approach to pushing the Ertiga in our market, despite the MPV's initial success.The Japanese car manufacturer has just given its popular seven-seater an upgrade for 2020, equipping the

But why?

Tough luck for prospective Jimny owners. Suzuki Philippines has just raised the prices of its immensely popular mini SUV, and the jump in cost is a considerable one.The base Jimny 1.5 GL MT variant has gone up to P1,055,

Looking to finally own a vehicle?

Now this is what we call affordable. Suzuki Philippines has finally revealed the starting price of the upcoming S-Presso, and at just P518,000, the new model is an extremely enticing proposition for individuals making the jump into vehicle ownership.Only

This will take on the likes of the Toyota Rush and the Honda BR-V

If you've been looking forward to the Suzuki XL7's local arrival, we have some good news for you: The Japanese car manufacturer has already revealed the price of its brand-new subcompact SUV, which is set to take on the

They still pack a lot of power

Some fans of the Ford Mustang believe that it isn't a 'real' Mustang if it doesn't have a V8 engine, referring to the four-cylinder EcoBoost version Ford has in its lineup. Scotty Kilmer thinks this isn't the case,

Are these heading to dealerships as we speak?

It's almost March 2020. Do you know what that means? If you've been following the news, then you're aware it's the month Suzuki Philippines will be bringing in the XL7 subcompact SUV and S-Presso mini SUV.While

Do you think these upgrades push the Xpander ahead of the competition?

It seems like only yesterday that the Philippines was gearing up for the Mitsubishi Xpander's arrival-now, other markets are already giving the hugely popular seven-seater an update.In Indonesia, the Japanese car manufacturer has upgraded this hot-selling MPV

Including ProPilot, forward-collision warning, and Nissan’s Zero Gravity seats

Small they may be, but kei cars are a big deal in the Japanese automotive industry-in 2019, the country's best-selling vehicle came from this segment. No surprises there considering how sensible and economical these runabouts are, though some of

Owners rejoice!

Honda is about to make S2000 owners the world over jump for joy.The Japanese car manufacturer recently put up a website not-so-conspicuously named the 'S2000 Parts Catalog,' which is set to go fully live in June this year. We

It will be launched locally in March

Earlier this month, we reported that the XL7-Suzuki's new mini-SUV based on its hot-selling MPV, the Ertiga-will be arriving in March. It's a smart move considering our country's passion for ground clearance and seven seats.

In case the Toyota Alphard won’t cut it

If you've ever visited a Toyota showroom to check out the Alphard and thought "this won't do," you'll be happy to know Lexus will soon be offering an alternative-and a much pricier, much more lavish, and much more