Is MG Philippines cooking up something special?
by Billy Caluag
The plug-in hybrid SUV could be getting more styling options this year
The Jetour T1 Lightning i-DM may be getting a new option in 2026, as the Land Transportation Office recently granted homologation papers for the 'Executive' and 'Panther' variants of the plug-in hybrid SUV.Jetour Auto Philippines previously debuted the T1
by Billy Caluag
Jetour’s most complete product yet
Electrified SUVs are having a moment in 2026. Over the past few months, we've seen Toyota debut two fully electric crossovers, while Geely looks to make its local comeback with both hybrid and battery-powered options. And given the current fuel
by Billy Caluag
How would you customize this SUV?
The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ will be launched in our market sometime this year, but before that, it made its regional debut at the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS) last week. Over there, it will start at 1,269,000 Thai
Geely is ready to shake up the market with a new plug-in hybrid
Geely reintroduced itself in the Philippines with a bang before the pandemic hit, and over the years, it has established itself as one of the Chinese carmakers to look out for.The years that came after, however, weren't the best for
How does Toyota’s new AWD hybrid compact SUV stack up against its rivals?
With the introduction of the all-new RAV4 in the local market, Toyota Motor Philippines finally joins Subaru and Honda in offering an all-wheel-drive hybrid compact SUV. For this high-riding electrified spec-sheet brawl, we'll be pitting the
The Department of Energy recently added it to the list of recognized EVs
The electrified Nissan X-Trail e-Power has just been added to the Department of Energy's list of recognized electric vehicles. This signals a prospective Philippine launch in the near future, but that's something we've been expecting for almost
by Billy Caluag
It will be built in and shipped from Thailand
The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ has officially launched in Thailand at the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show, signaling that it will debut in the Philippines sooner rather than later. Its local release was confirmed by Toyota Motor Philippines in January, and FJ
by Billy Caluag
Would you want to see this in the Philippines?
The MG S9 has just been unveiled, and it will serve as the brand's first seven-seater SUV. Packing a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the S9 is positioned as a versatile family car, with up to 100km of purely electric driving.
by Billy Caluag
It’s the second-highest trim on offer
The new Hyundai Creta is one of the most interesting options in the highly competitive subcompact crossover segment. Its starting price of P1.134 million could be enough to hook car buyers, with three higher variants for them to consider.However, the
by Billy Caluag
Is it time for the X-Trail to return to the Philippines?
The Nissan X-Trail officially turns 25 years old. If your knees crack while bending, then you'll remember the first-generation X-Trail from the early and mid-2000s. They were spec'd with either a 2.0-liter or 2.
by Lije Martin
Hyundai’s all-new EV is set to reach markets outside of China
After debuting in China in November 2025, the all-new Hyundai Elexio is now headed for Australia. This comes as the latest product and export from Beijing Hyundai, the Korean carmaker's China-based manufacturing plant.Ahead of its launch Down Under,
by Billy Caluag
It was only a matter of time
We've already spotted the all-new Toyota RAV4 here on local shores, so we knew it was only a matter of time before Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) made the announcement. Well, the announcement has come.In a social media post, Toyota
More photos this time
Toyota Motor Philippines started off the week with a bang by sharing photos of the all-new Toyota RAV4 with us members of the media. After rumors and eventually confirmation that the next-gen model is on its way, the carmaker has
Maybe this time, they’re finally launching it?
It might seem like you've read this before, and if you feel like it, then you probably already have: Nissan Philippines has previewed the next-generation X-Trail.This isn't the first time we're seeing the new X-Trail
It led the eco run for plug-in hybrids
In a 155km fuel economy run organized by the Department of Energy, the Chery Tiggo rEV Luxury Edition led all plug-in hybrid vehicles by returning an impressive 84.28km/Lge. The entire run saw over 70 vehicles participating, with combustion-engined,
Right from the Department of Energy
In 2023, when Honda Cars Philippines launched the hybrid CR-V RS e:HEV, it became the Japanese brand's de facto flagbearing vehicle-notwithstanding the Civic Type R, of course. And to this day, it is still Honda's most expensive
by Billy Caluag
Premium plug-in hybrid SUV packed with safety features
There is a growing impression that Chinese automakers have leveled up. They have partnered with legacy car brands so that these major marques can roll out electrified hybrid or full battery EV models. The resulting bilateral technology transfer has benefited car buyers
A strong start from Ford’s first hybrid vehicle
The Ford Territory Hybrid has officially sold a total of 1,099 units, as of November 30, 2025-or just three months after its debut in August.Ford Philippines confirmed that more than 75% of units sold were the range-topping Territory
by Billy Caluag
The hybrid Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 have more competition
MG Philippines has bolstered its lineup and thrown its name in the compact crossover sweepstakes with the new HS Hybrid+. With an introductory price of P1,388,888, MG's latest offering is poised as a more valuable alternative to the likes
by Billy Caluag
State of change
Since I last drove the original hybrid BYD Tang, we've had two presidents, a pandemic, a changing of the guard at BYD Philippines, and a virtual explosion of hybrid and electric vehicle sales in this country. Where that old Tang featured
by Niky Tamayo
