The statement comes amid speculation about the brand’s EVIS participation
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines has once again reaffirmed its commitment to the Electric Vehicle Investment Strategy (EVIS) Program. This comes amid reports that the Japanese carmaker's participation has become uncertain.Earlier this week, the Manila Bulletin quoted the company's president and
by Billy Caluag
The X3 stickers for a smidge under P4-M and the X5 a hair below P5.3-M
BMW Philippines recently introduced new variants of the X3 and the X5: the X3 20 xDrive xLine and the X5 xDrive40i xLine. While the existing lineups of both SUVs have plug-in hybrid powertrains, these new additions feature self-charging hybrid setups.
by Angelo Nieto
A properly rugged look that’s just begging to kick up some dirt
The Toyota RAV4 Adventure is a pretty tough-looking compact crossover as is. While the Limited variant goes for a sleeker look, the base trim proudly wears its off-road aspirations on its sleeve. But what if you turn up that overlanding
by Angelo Nieto
Plus points for brevity?
It's official, folks: Honda's next-generation hybrid system will debut in 2027, and it will be used by up to 15 models until 2030. The Japanese carmaker also announced that its new hybrid technology will go by 'Honda Hybrid.'You
by Billy Caluag
Better late than never?
Suzuki has just unveiled its new Technology Strategy, which will gradually unfold over the next 10 years. While the strategy primarily focuses on increased vehicle production, it will also develop new electrified powertrains.These include a series hybrid-yes, a full HEV-
by Billy Caluag
It’s the first BYD in a while to miss out on the five-star safety rating
We've gotten so used to seeing five-star safety ratings from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) that anything less seems to be subpar. In the case of the BYD Sealion 5, which recently got three stars, it's even
It finally gets a much-needed hybrid setup, but is it a good one?
Having a hybrid in the stable is a must for all carmakers in 2026. Best believe car buyers will start looking elsewhere as soon as they realize there isn't any electrified option in a certain brand's lineup.Luckily for Subaru,
Does the market have room for BEVs that run on gasoline?
Nissan Philippines president Yoshinori Kanazawa opened the briefing to our media drive with a surprisingly frank statement: "Our e-Power technology...well, it's quite hard to explain."Honestly, I get it. On paper, the premise is simple: it's a hybrid
by Angelo Nieto
Could the rumored Avancier be debuting soon?
In May 2026, Honda announced that its next-generation hybrid platform would be launched in 2027. However, the brand did not share which models would be the first to utilize the new architecture. While two prototypes were presented at the event, they
by Billy Caluag
Would you want to see this enter the Philippines?
The hybrid Subaru Crosstrek e-Boxer has just been updated with a more powerful engine in Japan. It now sports a 2.5-liter four-cylinder, which is the same mill found in the larger Forester e-Boxer.However, the Crosstrek still
by Billy Caluag
A lot of pros and cons here
At first glance, the Jetour X70 Lightning i-DM has all the makings of a top-of-the-pack hybrid offering: A decent city-friendly 110km of pure EV range, good size, modern styling, and two fold-down seats in the third
by Drei Laurel
It is scheduled to debut in Japan in October
After debuting in the Philippines, the hybrid Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is set to launch in its home market of Japan on October 1, 2026. There, buyers will be able to choose between two variants: the ZX, which we get locally, and
by Billy Caluag
Just in time, or a little too late?
Here's a fun fact: We shot our five-pack hybrid crossover episode of The Big Test on the same day the Kia Sportage Turbo Hybrid was released in the Philippine market. Now, that was purely coincidental, and the shoot was already
by Billy Caluag
Different powertrain, same badge, same satisfaction
When Toyota Motor Philippines introduced the first hybrid electric vehicle in the country back in 2009, it was all alone in the electrified category. There were still a lot of customer questions about the technology, and many took the safe route and
Along with a very honorable mention
In July, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines shared that local xEV sales are up 132.7% year-on-year. Interestingly, this figure stands against lower overall vehicle sales in the country for the first half of 2026.For the
by Billy Caluag
That marks a 99% year-on-year increase for BYD Cars Philippines
BYD Cars Philippines announced that it has sold 28,399 units from January to August 2026. This officially marks a 99% year-on-year improvement in local sales-in 2025, the Chinese carmaker sold 26,122 units for the whole year.This
Hail to the king, baby
By the time you read this, you may have watched our five-way hybrid crossover comparison. Or maybe not. If you don't feel like reading the next thousand and a half words, I suggest you watch that instead, as it pits
by Niky Tamayo
What do you mean the cabin can change fragrances?
Lexus has just given its NX a major refresh for 2027 and is set to launch the luxury compact crossover in global markets by the end of this year. So far, the new NX showcases revised styling, an interior revamp, and performance
by Lije Martin
Same same, but different
The new Nissan Kicks e-Power has officially landed in the Philippines. This subcompact crossover had quite the odyssey to our local market, first making its regional debut in Bangkok.A couple of months later, Nissan previewed it at the 2026 Philippine
by Billy Caluag
