The city BEV face-off
We weigh in on the pros and cons, and what’s going to work best for you
For most Filipinos, car ownership is an investment-something achieved through plenty of hard work. So, it shouldn't be a surprise that auto paint protection is a booming industry right now. Who wouldn't want to protect and secure their investment,
by Angelo Nieto
We also compare the new electric Geely to the MG 3 Hybrid+
Electrified vehicles are hot now, and Geely wants a piece of that pie. After its EX5 BEV and EM-I PHEV models, the automaker plans to add its new subcompact EX2 electric hatchback. For this comparo, we'll be pitting the new
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,
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
How does the new Toyota hybrid four-door stack up against BYD’s PHEV sedan?
Toyota fights back-sort of. The BYD Seal 5 DM-i initially owned the sub-P1.2-million electrified sedan segment until the arrival of the all-new Toyota Ativ HEV. While the Ativ isn't a plug-in hybrid, it gives
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
We compare Toyota’s new truck to one of its staunchest rivals
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has confirmed the five new vehicles it will be launching in 2026. This list of upcoming new models includes the new 2026 Hilux. For those curious, the outgoing Hilux was the Japanese brand's third best-selling model
Is the Brit better than the Italian?
The sky is overcast, and being somewhere on a single track road near the bottom of the Lake District's Hardknott Pass at 11pm, that dark is reliably inky, unbothered by even the barest lumen of ambient light pollution. There is no
by Tom Ford
We also compare it to the FJ Cruiser and Corolla Cross
After months of rumors and a single design patent image that gave us a preview of the final design, Toyota finally unveiled its much-anticipated Land Cruiser FJ in Japan on October 21. For this size comparison, we'll be pitting the
How does Hyundai’s updated small MPV size up against its Mitsubishi rival?
Hyundai Motor Philippines finally launched the refreshed version of its popular Stargazer. For this comparo, we'll be pitting the Korean carmaker's updated MPV against the facelifted Mitsubishi Xpander. We'll be using the highest non-crossover trims for both three-
We also compare the new Subie with the next-gen Toyota RAV4
Subaru has finally introduced the new sixth-generation Forester in the Philippines, and it's now exclusively offered as a full hybrid. The good news is that this high-riding Subie retains its Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system.For this comparo, we'
We also compare the small Hyundai crossover with the new Suzuki Fronx
The Hyundai Venue has returned, and it will have to face some new entry-level subcompact crossover rivals that were introduced during its absence in the local market. For this comparo, we'll be pitting the higher-trim Hyundai Venue GLS against
We compare it to the MG ZS Hybrid+ and BYD Sealion 5 DM-i
One of the latest electrified SUVs to land on our shores is the refreshed Ford Territory. In case you missed it, the Blue Oval's latest compact SUV is now only offered as a hybrid in the local market. For this comparo,
How does the new Kona hybrid stack up against the new Yaris Cross variant?
Hyundai recently launched its second-generation Kona in the country. The updated version of the Korean carmaker's quirky, futuristic subcompact SUV is now hybrid-only in the Philippines. For this spec-sheet brawl, we'll be pitting the range-topping Hyundai
We compare BYD and Toyota’s lowest-priced hybrids
BYD is rapidly expanding its Philippine lineup of electrified vehicles. The Chinese carmaker recently introduced its Sealion 5 DM-i, a plug-in hybrid compact SUV. For this comparo we'll be pitting BYD's new compact PHEV SUV to Toyota's
How high above its weight does BYD’s affordable sedan punch?
Oftentimes, we like to think outside of the box. Even if it means doing something our readers and viewers might not like, we do it anyway, if we feel like it's worth trying out.In the latest episodes of The Big
We compare the returning challenger to the country’s favorite subcompact sedan
Thanks to the Land Transportation Office's Memorandum Circular database, we now know that at least two variants of the all-new Hyundai Accent could be headed to the Philippine market soon. For this comparo, we'll be comparing the new Accent
Has the all-new model grown bigger?
After months of spy photos and rumors, the new sixth-generation RAV4 has finally made its global debut. As such, we've gone ahead with another size comparo.Toyota's latest compact SUV now features a bolder design with a stronger stance.
How does the updated Isuzu SUV compare to its popular Toyota rival?
Isuzu Philippines recently unveiled the refreshed 2025 Isuzu MU-X. For this spec-sheet brawl, we'll be pitting the top-spec MU-X 3.0 LS-E against the top-spec version of the Fortuner, the GR-S. Let the battle
Battle of the sporty compact sedans
Hyundai Motor Philippines recently launched the more affordable regular Elantra range at the 2025 Manila International Auto Show. For this spec-sheet brawl we'll be pitting the sporty Hyundai Elantra N Line against the popular Honda Civic RS. Let's see
