Do you remember the Kia Carens?
by Billy Caluag
What does this mean for its pending Philippine launch?
The all-new Kia Seltos has officially entered Southeast Asia after debuting at the 2026 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show-but there is a catch.Kia launched its second-generation Seltos with no hybrid option and a smaller 1.5-liter naturally
by Billy Caluag
Another OG compact crossover nameplate returns to the market
After a lengthy absence, the Kia Sportage returns to the local market as an electrified model. This is the facelifted version of the fifth-gen model that was first unveiled in 2021, and while it's not exactly the freshest crossover in
It was one of the first locally available EVs, but how does it fare in 2026?
It seems a crisis is an effective way to speed up tech adoption. During the pandemic, we saw this with cashless payments, online shopping, and systems for distance learning and remote work. With the seemingly never-ending fuel crisis, it's electrified
Could this be Kia’s next local launch after the Sportage?
The Kia EV3 is set for a Philippine launch, though the timing remains unclear. While its local arrival was confirmed at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show in June, Kia hasn't given any new updates since, as it's currently focused
by Billy Caluag
Interest checks are now open for the compact SUV
Over the weekend, Kia Philippines officially announced that the all-new Sportage Turbo Hybrid will make its debut on July 24, 2026. The brand also opened a pre-registration form to give eager buyers special notifications and early access.Previous reports suggested
by Billy Caluag
Hyundai’s EV gets a hotter look, with no performance changes
Hyundai has recently released an N Line version of its fully electric Ioniq 5 crossover, and you can color us interested. While it isn't an update to the hotter Ioniq 5 N, this new model instead marries sensible performance with sportier
by Billy Caluag
Along with savings up to P350,000 for the Staria and Stargazer
Hyundai Motor Philippines is opening July with a series of promotions on its most popular people haulers. Until the end of the month, interested buyers can pick up a brand-new Hyundai Santa Fe, Staria, or Stargazer with savings up to P1
Even the steering wheel was modeled after a game controller
Kia has showcased the Vision Meta Turismo at the 2026 Busan International Mobility Show (BIMOS). The concept grand tourer features a futuristic design with winglet-style headlights and a technology-rich cabin. Its main highlight is how it "transforms time on the
by Lije Martin
Visual artist Kelsonik has created quite the fever dream
The all-new Hyundai Elantra is set to go on sale in South Korea later this year, sporting an overhauled design and a larger form factor. Its new look has a much more industrial feel, and that probably inspired CGI artist Nikita
by Billy Caluag
You name it, the PV5 can probably do it
As we wait for the Kia PV5 to hit our shores, the Korean carmaker has been gradually showing off just how versatile its fully electric van can be. At the 2026 Busan International Motor Show, three additional variants were unveiled; moreover, a
by Billy Caluag
The Sonet has carved a niche for itself in the local market
The Kia Sonet has become a bit of a standout in the subcompact-crossover segment, steadily becoming one of the Korean brand's bestsellers and a strong overall performer in its class. Since its local debut two years ago, a community has
by Angelo Nieto
Would you like to see all three variants launched here?
Kia has unveiled three new variants of its fully electric PV5 multipurpose van at the 2026 Busan International Mobility Show (BIMOS). The expanded lineup is part of the Korean manufacturer's Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) strategy, which integrates multiple body types and
by Lije Martin
What do you think of the new look?
The future is here for the Hyundai Elantra-or the Avante, as it goes by in the Korean market. The eighth generation of the compact sedan was revealed last week at the 2026 Busan International Mobility Show, and it's a vastly
by Angelo Nieto
Here’s what you get from this P3.98-M package
Hyundai continues to electrify its lineup, and one of the latest models to get that treatment is the all-new Hyundai Palisade. The Korean brand's full-size SUV is now a hybrid, and it comes in a very competitive P3.98-
A special cosmetic package sends off the hot hatch in Australia
After a solid five-year run, Hyundai is sending off the i20N with a final limited run called the 'Shadow Edition.' This swan song for the Korean hot hatch is a limited run of just 100 numbered units, exclusively available in Australia.
by Angelo Nieto
According to the DOE’s list of recognizes EVs
The Kia Sportage is staging a Philippine market comeback soon as a turbo-hybrid entry in the compact SUV space. But how much longer will the wait be until we see it in dealerships and on the road? It's hard to
by Angelo Nieto
Is this finally it?
We've known about the Hyundai Staria's hybrid version for over two years now, but it has consistently evaded a Philippine release. After appearing on the respective databases of the Land Transportation Office and the Department of Energy in 2025, the
by Billy Caluag
How much do you think it should be priced?
Fifth-generation Kia Sportage? Yes, it is-as we've confirmed, it's making a comeback to the Philippine market. And if Nissan finally follows through on all its hints to bring back the X-Trail, that'll be two OG nameplates
It’s been thoroughly overhauled, but it’s up against some tough competition
Yes-not just in appearance, but in everything else you can't see. The second-generation Kia Seltos now looks much more in line with its stablemates, and that strong brand identity will make it easily identifiable as it expands its presence
It’s a long-overdue comeback
The Kia Sportage has been absent in the Philippines for some years now, but that's about to change: Kia Philippines has confirmed via social media teasers that the compact crossover is set to be launched in the local market very soon.
