The hybrid sedan gets its recognition
We try out the revived coupe and the prototype sedan
Honda couldn't have chosen a better name for the latest Prelude.According to company director, president, and representative officer Toshihiro Mibe, the coupe was already deep in development when they began thinking of what to call it. "It was beyond anyone'
They will be the core of the carmaker’s business until 2030
No, Honda isn't turning its back on fully electric vehicles. In a roundtable discussion with automotive media, Toshihiro Mibe, the Japanese carmaker's director, president, and representative executive officer, stressed that they still see EVs as the "optimal solution toward carbon
Various deals and discounts on other variants and models are also available
If you're eyeing a brand-new vehicle anytime soon, you might want to check out Honda Cars Philippines' offerings for the month of September. The Japanese carmaker has deals and discounts across the lineup.Headlining the promo is the Honda BR-
If you’ve been eyeing this for a while, now’s the time to get one
Every so often, an automotive brand launches a model that truly shakes up the market. For Honda Cars Philippines (HCPI), it was the Honda Civic Type R. From the fifth-generation FK8 to the sixth-generation FL5, the Japanese carmaker made waves
The latest member of the old-school club
Sometimes, we're in denial that a good chunk of the 2000s has been 20 years ago. Yes, that means cars that debuted in 2005 are now officially part of the old-school club. Feeling old yet, millennials?The latest car to
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
The hot-hatch icon is being discontinued in Europe and the UK
Bad news! After just three years on sale, the FL5-generation Honda Civic Type R-the hot-hatch GOAT-is being killed off in the UK and Europe. Good news! It's going out in a blaze of turbocharged, bewinged, Championship White
Second Fiddle. Still a Star
Once upon a time, the Honda Civic RS Turbo was the big dog. The first Civic RS Turbo, the FC, was Top Gear Philippines' Car of the Year back in 2016, and then it was followed by the FK-'F***ing Kwik'-
by Niky Tamayo
Honda doubles down further on hybrids
Honda is readjusting its electrification targets. Given the general slowdown of EV sales, the Japanese automaker is reallocating its efforts to further enhance its hybrid portfolio. It's not that Honda isn't doing enough as the company is one of the
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
We recently drove this and the hybrid Civic and CR-V to Baguio City
The third-generation HR-V has been a steady performer for Honda Cars Philippines ever since it arrived in our market. The subcompact crossover has proven to be a practical choice for Filipino car buyers, be it the turbo and non-turbo
We’ve finally taken it out for a proper review
Top Gear Philippines recently got its hands on the all-new Honda Civic RS e:HEV-you can check out the full review by clicking these blue words. But if you're not one to read or you want a more visual
For the boy racer no more
The Honda Civic gained popularity over the years as the ultimate car for the boy racer. It was an excellent platform for tuning and modifications, and as such, it continued dominating the local car scene for years.To this day, we still
2025 marks the Civic’s fourth win of the award
The Honda Civic e:HEV continues to win the hearts of many, recently adding the 2025 North American Car of the Year to its list of accolades. The title was bestowed at the North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the
by Billy Caluag
Hint: The new Civic is far from compact
The Honda Civic has come a long way since the hugely popular '90s-era EG and EK models.The current FE generation is more mature and upmarket than its boy-racer predecessors; it has also grown significantly over the earlier iterations. This
And yes, the ‘new millennium’ was that long ago
For the non-gen-Z members of the Top Gear Philippines team, the year 2000 doesn't sound that long ago. But then our aching backs, receding hairlines, and vitamins and supplements reminded us that 25 years have passed since the new
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
This was the golden era of compact sedans
One can say that the '90s was a great time for cars. Perhaps it's the mix of analog and digital technology coming together, or pure nostalgia, it was the decade that produced some of the most memorable and iconic cars today.
Long live the sedan
Picture this: You're in the market for a new car and you have about P2 million to spare. Chances are, you've defaulted straight to an SUV or a crossover. We can't blame you. Ground clearance isn't just a
This marks Honda’s 39th dealership in the Philippines
Honda Cars Philippines (HCPI) has just opened its newest dealership in Bacoor, Cavite and the 3,000sqm space was built with a new design philosophy that celebrates trust between the corporation and the customer.This Bacoor facility makes for HCPI's 39th
by Billy Caluag
