Remember, Toyota is running two teams...to pit this against the GR Yaris
by Greg Potts
It’s the first Rookie Racing Garage outside Japan, and it opens on December 16
Earlier today, Toyota Motor Philippines president Masando Hashimoto and chairman Alfred Ty shared more information on the soon-to-open Rookie Racing Garage Manila. The car culture and motorsport hub was first announced to the public last month at the finale of
by Angelo Nieto
See the LBX, RX500h, and IS300h this weekend at Clark International Speedway
After being postponed last month due to unfavorable conditions, the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup season finale is finally taking to the circuit this weekend. However, it won't just be Toyotas making an appearance at Clark International Speedway this Saturday-Lexus
by Angelo Nieto
Here’s a sneak peek at its upcoming track
Not satisfied with having several grands prix in highly questionable parts of the world, Formula 1 has said 'hold my Amnesty International report' and announced a new African Grand Prix in...Rwanda. Because, of course.Expected to join the calendar 'in the
by Joe Holding
The Blue Oval will also be racing with a new car starting from 2029
Ford has officially announced its return to the World Rally Championship starting from the 2028 season. Currently serving as a sponsor to longtime partner team M-Sport, the cooperation will transition into a full works team operation with direct involvement from the
by Angelo Nieto
Ducati bags the Manufacturers’ World Championship for the fifth straight year
Another day, another trophy added to Ducati's cabinet. The Italian motorcycle brand has been dominating motorsports in recent years, and now it's added the title of 2026 World Superbike Champions to its growing list of achievements.Ducati secured the win
Regulations are also targeting a 50kg weight decrease for the new power units
A report from Autosport.com has revealed the initial direction for Formula 1's next engine regulation, currently being pushed for the 2030 season. Current discussions indicate the use of 3.0-liter turbohybrid V8 engines-a sizeable displacement increase over the
by Angelo Nieto
This challenge was simply lovely
The Max vs 100 karting challenge took place yesterday, September 16th, and in case you missed it, the playful competition pitted four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen against 100 go-karters made up of Red Bull athletes, gamers, social media creators,
by Lije Martin
Priced at around P157,000, but no word if this is making its way outside Japan
Toyota has officially announced detailed specifications on the GR Kart, an entry-level racing kart reported to be in development earlier in the year. The automaker's goal with the kart is to leverage its experience with building cars to provide a
by Angelo Nieto
Some of us are feeling very old right now
Robin Raikkonen, the son of Formula 1 champion Kimi Raikkonen, has been selected to join Red Bull Racing's driver development program. As part of the Red Bull Junior Team, the young Finn will join other young drivers training to maximize their
by Lije Martin
Bad weather has made the event unfeasible for the original schedule
Toyota Motor Philippines has confirmed that the fourth and final leg of the 2026 Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup has been postponed. The race was originally set to take place this weekend, September 12 at the Clark International Speedway.The event was
by Angelo Nieto
This comes after the decision to bump up the use of combustion power
You read that right: Formula 1 races next season are set to be shorter because the sport has gotten itself into such a twist over its current engine regulations. Awkward.You'll remember that after the first few grands prix of 2026,
by Joe Holding
The Formula 1 circus is harsh, but fair
For so long, George Russell has been the patient one, the driver willing to wait his turn. The Mercedes protégé who spent three years proving himself at Williams before finally earning his place at the Silver Arrows. The man who then
Almost 20 years now since the CCGT was so close to racing in GT1
This is the new Koenigsegg CCGT1, and trying to comprehend the conflicting messages might fry your brain quicker than attempting to work out exactly how CvK's nine-speed manual 'box operates.It is a road car. With ten times the power
by Vijay Pattni
Ferrari and McLaren team colors get remixed with traditional designs motifs
The 2026 Singapore Grand Prix is coming up in just a few weeks, and Puma is gearing up for it with a collection of team jerseys exclusive for Southeast Asia. These kits feature Scuderia Ferrari and McLaren, both of which Puma serves
by Angelo Nieto
It will also be using the new biofuels
The third leg of the 2026 Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup will commence at the Batangas Racing Circuit in Rosario, Batangas, on August 15. The race weekend will showcase the Tamaraw One-Make Race (OMR), Vios OMR, and their respective biofuel mixtures.
by Lije Martin
Yes, it’s become a titan in modern pop culture, but it hasn’t lost its way
There was a time when Formula 1 felt like a Mayfair men-only members' club. It was as intriguing as it was alienating. The paddock was full of engineers, cigarette smoke, team principals deep in thought while holding clipboards, and drivers who
Coinciding with the soft launch of the Mazda Paddock
The Mazda Fan Festa returned to Clark International Speedway last Saturday, July 18, for its second leg to celebrate the brand's motorsport heritage. With plenty of experiences both on and off the track, it was a full day of motoring fun
Yee-haw! Ford’s bringing the thunder
Hurrah! Sounds like Cadillac and Aston Martin might have some competition in the 'best-sounding hypercar' stakes at Le Mans next year, because we've just heard Ford's new naturally aspirated V8 fire up in situ for the first time.Go
by Greg Potts
Toyota calls its series a rolling laboratory
After a successful first event at the Riverpark Street Course in Cavite back in March, the latest round of the 2026 Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup brought racers and teams to Clark International Speedway in Pampanga on June 11 for a Saturday
The Japanese giant is still serious about making hydrogen power happen
Earlier this week, we covered Toyota's hesitance to bring a PHEV Hilux to the market. The Japanese carmaker claimed that it's in no hurry to break into the plug-in pickup segment just yet, preferring to further develop its technology
by Angelo Nieto
