It’s still a plush ride, too
We all know the Toyota Alphard as a plush, leather-lined luxury van. For those who want an even more opulent version, there's the Lexus LM to go along with it. But over in Japan, the Alphard is a more mainstream
We’re keeping our fingers crossed
2024 was filled with groundbreaking launches, and we reckon that it'll be more of the same in 2025. Disruptors are keen to shake up the local market even further, while legacy automakers are throwing the gauntlet in tech and electrification.If
It's a 300hp generator
There's a lot to like about the Toyota Alphard. It's plush, comfortable, and spacious, giving its occupants the business class treatment while on the road. However, the latest generation is rather limited in terms of electrified engine choices.At the
What a busy year, it was
Just when we thought 2023 was a huge year for the local automotive landscape, 2024 doubled down on car launches. Seriously, we didn't know how to split ourselves in covering all of them.And yet, we've managed to cover as
TOM'S also turns 50 this year
For those in the know about all things Toyota, TOM'S is a fabled name. It's one of Toyota's authorized tuning shops and has been involved in motorsports since the '70s. This year, TOM'S (Tachi Oiwa Motor Sport) turns
Bought any of these?
In the world of local motoring, one can describe 2023 as the year of revenge launches. It seemed that every month, there was one major launch after another. Not that we're complaining, of course, or else we wouldn't have jobs.
Here’s a closer look at GAC’s luxe people mover
The new GAC offerings in our market feature some eye-catching designs, feature-packed cabins, and attractive price points. Here's another model that could tick all those boxes, and tap into the Alphard-dominated luxe people-mover segment: the GAC M8.
Yours for P4.98-M
The all-new Toyota Alphard was quietly introduced in the Philippines back in August 11. There was no huge launch or a whole lot of fanfare, just a surprise appearance on the website. Still, we're pretty sure that loads of customers
A quiet reveal and a big surprise
Just a day ago, the all-new Toyota Alphard made its ASEAN debut. Little did we know that in about 24 hours, there would be another surprise in store for us. Yes folks, the all-new Alphard is here, and we don'
Only a matter of time
We already know that the Toyota Alphard is coming to the Philippines. After all, it's already been spotted in the Port of Batangas in Bauan recently. So, the question now is this: when is Toyota Motor Philippines launching the luxury van?
The launch could be happening a week after the Yaris Cross is unveiled
The cat's out of the bag-the all-new Toyota Alphard is already in the Philippines. Thanks to some eagle-eyed netizens, we have some confirmation of sorts that the next-generation people-hauler will be launched soon. See, the
Oh look! Another new Toyota!
Are the folks from Toyota taking any breaks? At the rate the company has been launching cars lately, we're inclined to believe that the people over there are running on heaps of caffeine. And just when you thought the Yaris Cross
Shocker? Not really
As many of you may have heard-particularly those of you VIPs, casino owners, and the like-Toyota has finally unveiled the all-new Alphard. Alongside the Vellfire, of course, but that doesn't really concern our market.What only matters here
Right on cue
In case you missed it, Toyota officially launched the all-new Alphard and its sportier twin, the Vellfire, earlier this week. Both models look pretty impressive as is, but there will always be some people for whom less is not more.Right
It's the angrier-looking twin
The Alphard has been a surprise global hit for Toyota since it was introduced over 20 years ago. The (not so) minivan was offered in many flavors, from entry-level to luxurious. Of course, what most of us know is the latter
Ready your bank accounts
If you have your eyes set on Toyota's plush van, ready your bank accounts: The all-new Toyota Alphard has just been revealed, alongside the Vellfire.Trim lines and prices first? These are for the carmaker's home market of Japan,
Meet Lexus’ second-gen ultra-lux van
After a relatively short production cycle of four years, Lexus has introduced the all-new, second-generation of the LM for the 2024 model year. Unveiled during this year's Auto Shanghai, the redesigned luxury van also serves as a preview for
It will premiere at Auto Shanghai 2023
Believe it or not, it has been four years since Lexus introduced the LM luxury van. The Alphard-based Lexus was first introduced in 2019 and eventually made its way to the Philippines in 2021. But after a short production cycle, Lexus
Because why the heck not?
When you think of the Toyota Alphard, the words 'sporty', 'dynamic', and 'exciting' aren't exactly the adjectives that come to mind. No one's ever brought their Alphard on the racetrack to do laps in it, and we can't imagine
It could be revealed in a few months
The Alphard has been a surprise sales hit for Toyota ever since it was introduced here over a decade ago. If anything, the Alphard has practically become the de facto luxury van in the country. It still sells well to this day,
