Well, that’s a surprise
by Billy Caluag
With the right vehicle and reliable charging infrastructure, it’s easier to go electric
BYD has emerged as one of the most diversified carmakers today. Locally, BYD Cars Philippines and ACMobility have built a rapidly expanding ecosystem for sustainable mobility, while globally, the brand has established itself as the leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles.There
We revisit the Seagull to see if it’s still competitive two years down the line
Affordable electric vehicles from China have become a dime a dozen. Everywhere you look in the market, it seems as if there's always something electrified, no matter the segment.It's in this space where BYD Cars Philippines has dominated in
The new fleet is expected to lessen operational costs and improve efficiency
BYD Cars Philippines, together with dealer partner Sealectric, has deployed 20 Sealion 5 DM-i units to the taxi company Highland Transport Service Cooperative (HTSC) in La Trinidad, Benguet. The initiative marks the country's first Sealion 5 taxi fleet and a
by Lije Martin
With a whopping 523hp and 690Nm
During the 2026 Manila International Auto Show, a lot of you showed interest in the BYD Sealion 7. Today, we're glad to say that the wait is finally over. The fully electric SUV has officially launched in the Philippines with a
by Lije Martin
We also compare the new PHEV Frontier to the upcoming 2026 Toyota Hilux
A new Nissan pickup is heading our way, and it's probably not the one you were expecting. Meet the all-new Frontier Pro PHEV pickup, developed in China by Zhengzhou Nissan (ZNA). For this comparo we'll be pitting the new
There will be exclusive offers available on-site
The BYD Sealion 7 is officially launching in the Philippines on May 28. The fully electric SUV will be presented at the BYD Tech Tour in Glorietta 4, Makati. Apart from seeing it in the metal, you can also take it out
by Lije Martin
We pit one of the latest plug-in hybrid crossovers against the segment leader
Interest in electrified vehicles has been growing, especially in recent weeks, and more manufacturers want a piece of the pie currently dominated by BYD Cars Philippines. One of the latest entries in our market is the Geely EX5 EM-i, and yes,
BYD Cars Philippines just completed a record-setting 22-day electrified road trip
BYD has captured the Philippine market with its New Energy Vehicles (NEVs). The brand's lineup comprises a wide range of plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles that cater to all types of Filipino car buyers.Now that it's established
Another new BYD EV is on its way
The 2026 Manila International Auto Show is in full swing, and one of the first showcases of the day is the BYD Atto 2. After almost a year of speculation, this electric crossover has finally landed on Philippine soil, appearing alongside the
You can check out this upcoming EV at the show
As this fuel crisis carries on, more and more people are jumping on the electric bandwagon. If you're one of those people, then naturally, you'll look to brands like BYD for your EV purchase.If that's the case, then
Each of these costs well under P1 million
If fuel prices have got you pinching your pennies, then it might be time to start thinking about electric vehicles. There are several options in our local market, and many of them come in at well under P1 million.Over the last
by Billy Caluag
It’ll be part of a new campaign called ‘Drive Electric. Love Pinas.’
In an effort to make traveling with electric vehicles across the Philippines easier, BYD Cars Philippines and ACMobility have partnered with the Department of Tourism to launch the 'Drive Electric. Love Pinas.' campaign.The initiative will see more EV infrastructure built in
by Lije Martin
The Urban Cruiser is scheduled to make its local debut later this year
Toyota recently revealed its range of upcoming 2026 models, which includes the Toyota Urban Cruiser BEV. Unlike the bZ4X, the Japanese carmaker's new electric vehicle entry will be a smaller, more affordable model. For this comparison, we'll be pitting it
It can also be spec’d with rear-wheel drive and 309hp
We've been talking about the updated BYD Atto 3 for quite some time, and now it's finally been unveiled. Only in Europe at the moment, yes, but there are a few reasons to get excited about it if you're
The race is scheduled for March 2026
BYD Cars Philippines and Sunrise Events have formally launched their partnership for the upcoming BYD Ironman 70.3 in Davao City. The triathlon is scheduled for March 22, 2026, and will host several active celebrities and accomplished athletes.Together with ACMobility, BYD
It’s looking to be a loaded year
Welcome to the newest season of the Top Gear Philippines Magazine Podcast! In this, the first episode of the season (and of 2026), Carlo, Billy, and Leandre talk about what they expect will happen with the movers and shakers in 2026.With
This makes BYD the number three car company in terms of sales
A Chinese car brand has finally entered the top five of Philippine car sales rankings. Well, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers in the Philippines has not officially released sales for 2025 yet. But based on the last numbers we have from October,
by Dinzo Tabamo
One’s fully electric, the other is a range-extended hybrid
BYD Cars Philippines and ACMobility released car after car in 2025. With 13 models on offer, and a myriad of variants between them, it is almost silly to ask, "What's next?"Well, it looks like the Department of Energy has some
by Billy Caluag
But the Chinese brands are putting up a fight
If you're a car spotter like us, you might have been noticing many unfamiliar badges on the road in recent years. And more often than not, they're from Chinese car brands. But now you also see a lot of familiar
by Dinzo Tabamo
Is there a BYD near you?
BYD Cars Philippines has been rapidly expanding its dealership network over the past few years. Currently, the Chinese carmaker has 64 official facilities in its network, and it isn't stopping anytime soon.Together with its official distributor, ACMobility, BYD aims to
