Fit check for my EV-era
Changan may not be the first name in EVs, but their new Nevo line looks to change that with competitive electric vehicles and powerful range-extended electric vehicles (REEVs) sitting at a price point undercutting the market leader-BYD, obviously-and offering
by Niky Tamayo
It’s only available as a range-extended EV at the moment
The Changan Nevo Hunter K50 was one of the first electrified pickup trucks to hit the Philippine market, debuting with range-extended electric powertrain in April earlier this year. It went right up against the BYD Shark 6 DMO-which launched just
by Billy Caluag
The BYD Seal 5 DM-i has more competition
Changan Philippines had added a plug-in hybrid sedan to its lineup-introducing the Nevo A05. Priced at P1.195 million, it's expected to go head-to-head with the BYD Seal 5 DM-i and the incoming Toyota Ativ HEV.
by Billy Caluag
Expect to see more white Changan EVs driving around Metro Manila
Inchcape Philippines, the local distributor of Changan, has inked a deal with the EV Taxi Corporation (EVTC) to supply Grab Philippines' first fully electric taxi fleet.The Changan Eado EV460 will headline the launch of GrabTaxi Electric, and introduce a sustainable, affordable
Don’t be surprised if you see Donny cruising in a Changan Nevo Hunter K50
Donny Pangilinan has officially signed on as Changan's first official brand ambassador. Inchcape Philippines and Changan first signaled this partnership at the Manila International Auto Show earlier this year, and Donny recently paid a visit to the Chinese brand's flagship
by Billy Caluag
How about them China-made Mazdas?
Mazda and Changan have unveiled their latest collaboration for the Chinese market: the Mazda EZ-6 Sports Edition. The EZ-6, also known as the Mazda 6e in European markets, was originally touted as a luxury sedan with two powertrain options: an
by Billy Caluag
Will this be your first hybrid vehicle?
Changan Philippines has unveiled its new PHEV crossover, the Nevo Q05, at the 2025 Manila International Auto Show.To celebrate its launch, the brand is slicing as much as P65,000 off sticker prices. With those discounts, prices for the Changan Nevo
*Introductory prices available this weekend
Contrary to what many of you might think, Changan was actually the first brand to bring in a electrified pickup in our market, albeit just a preview. The Chinese carmaker showcased what was then called the Hunter REEV at the 2024 Philippine
This merger would create the biggest automotive company in China
Just days before the Honda-Nissan merger officially fell through, reports from China hinted at another merger between Chinese automotive giants Dongfeng and Changan. While these two brands are still developing in the Philippines, back in their home market, Dongfeng and Changan
by Billy Caluag
Built to blend in
With the influx of Chinese automakers coming to the Philippines, all these newcomers are hell-bent on finding ways to stand out from the crowd. Whether it's through design, tech, or electrification, China wants a good chunk of the Philippine market.
Will a gas-electric pickup work in PH?
In the local setting, the pickup truck market is dominated by diesel power. It's the default engine in the midsize class, with the last gas-fed model being the previous-generation Toyota Hilux.Now, there's Changan trying its luck with
It’s a packed show, for sure
The Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) is finally back and this year's running comes out swinging. Opening its doors on October 24, there's a whole deluge of new cars and concepts that will be displayed at the World Trade Center
This is the largest Changan facility in the country
Changan Auto recently inaugurated its flagship showroom in the Philippines along C5 road in Pasig. The facility has a total area of 4,373 square meters, the largest of any Changan location in the country.In our market Changan is distributed by
The subcompact crossover bargain of the year?
It's interesting how one no longer has to spend over a million pesos to get an SUV, more specifically, a crossover these days. It wasn't that long ago when anything with high ground clearance meant you had to shell out
It's a hefty discount, too
For those in the market for a subcompact crossover for under a million pesos, Changan might have something for you. For a limited time only, both variants of the Changan CS35 Plus can be yours for under P1,000,000.The Changan
Will they or won’t they?
By the time you're reading this, Changan Philippines has just introduced the CS15 subcompact crossover. We've taken a look around it and reckon it's a promising product in the highly competitive segment.However, it seems that the brand is
Tempting price, indeed
The budget crossover segment is awash with a wide variety of choices. After all, who wouldn't want extra ground clearance for less than a million pesos? With the market preferring higher riding vehicles, today's car buyers are spoiled for choice.
An interesting diesel alternative
When you think about it, Nissan's e-Power tech makes a whole lot of sense. One can run solely on electric power with the engine's sole purpose being a generator to recharge the batteries. It's not exactly zero emissions,
Of course it's a subcompact crossover
It's March and the heat is literally on. For those of us covering the automotive industry, this means motor show season is upon us. This month we'll be covering the Bangkok International Motor Show, and next month the Manila International
by Dinzo Tabamo
The same company in charge of Mercedes-Benz in the local market
Chinese car brand Changan has a new distributor in the Philippines: From August 2023, Inchcape Philippines will operate the distributorship across all Changan dealerships and sales outlets in the country.Inchcape Philippines is a joint venture between British company Inchcape and CATS
