How much is a cleaner engine worth to you?
Not a discussion regarding pickup trucks goes by without mention of Isuzu's mighty workhorse, the D-Max. Practical, able, and with the potential to be very, very efficient (as the results of the 2016 Department of Energy fuel economy run will
by Drei Laurel
Will we see the same here?
It seems like only yesterday when the current-generation Toyota Hilux made its Philippine debut (that was back in 2015), yet here we are speculating over a refresh already.Toyota Thailand just unveiled the Hilux's new "Revo" and "Rocco" variants, giving
by Drei Laurel
Base spec is a letdown
A posh pickup?That's the intention. Pickups are about as 'lifestyle' as it gets, but they tend to lack the niceties that many cash-rich lifestylers actually want these days; the X-Class aims to roll all of it up into
by Tom Ford
Off-road #goals
Texan tuning outfit Hennessey Performance is adhering to a long-held philosophy that more wheels are better. This is because it has added an extra pair of wheels to the rampant Ford Raptor. Along with more power. Obviously.It's called the
Now this is what we call a replica
Utilitarians look at pickup trucks as purebred workhorses, while others (us included) see them as big toys. Toyota must've went ahead and asked "why not both?" in coming up with the Hilux Bruiser-a supersized replica of the legendary Tamiya toy
by Drei Laurel
Meet the Blue Power fam
Isuzu Philippines (IPC) sure knows how to celebrate a major milestone. On its 20th anniversary, the company hosted a formal gala and unveiled 20 vehicles with new engines. Included in the updates are new Euro 4-compliant mills for the D-Max
A true workhorse
You've seen it plying unforgiving deserts, mud-filled rainforests, and bullet-torn war zones (sometimes under not-so-ideal circumstances). As one of the world's best-selling pickups, the Toyota Hilux has seen its fair share of action in just
by Drei Laurel
You can drop by this weekend
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines is taking its MIVEC Clean Diesel Advantage Test Drive tour to Northern and Central Luzon this weekend. The announcement comes following the event's success in Metro Manila and Southern Luzon.From September 16 to 17, the test drive
by Drei Laurel
Budget cargo haulers
For vehicles designed for rugged and practical use, pickups can actually be pretty expensive if you opt for all the available goodies from the dealership. Never mind the fact that most of those extra gadgets and upgrades have very little to do
by Jason Tulio
We asked the Filipino who helped design it
Last month, Mercedes-Benz pulled the covers off its first-ever pickup truck: The X-Class. It looks just like a regular pickup you would use to haul cargo and brave rough terrain, except for the fact that it has that three-
by Jason Tulio
We'd be happy with the 'plain' F-150 Raptor
What does a Ford F-150 Raptor share with a Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor? That's right, besides its name, literally nothing whatsoever. But that hasn't stopped Ford from creating this one-off F-22-themed F-150, which raised $
by Tom Harrison
Get dirty in style
If you're viewing this on a mobile device and can't see the video, please click here.Yes, that is a Mercedes-Benz pickup truck. Your eyes aren't playing tricks on you. After much hype, the German carmaker has finally
by Drei Laurel
Off-road aftermarket done right
Like what you see? That aftermarket dream of a pickup truck you're staring at above is none other than the Valentino Rossi's customized creation, dubbed the 'VR46' Ranger. It's proof that the Doctor's knack for making magic happen
by Drei Laurel
An underrated performer
If you're viewing this on a mobile device and can't see the video, please click here. Quick, name a pickup that's on the market right now. Great, now name another. Okay, so we're willing to put money down
by Jason Tulio
More than meets the eye
Pickups, by nature, are utility vehicles. They're designed to haul s***loads of gear in the bed and look totally badass while doing so. This means that they're not designed for breakneck runs up mountain roads or to clip sharp
by Jason Tulio
It's called 'Project Basecamp'
There are few things more badass than a big 4x4 pickup. Take the Nissan Titan, for example. Its macho looks, rugged tires, and imposing grille combine to make a package that's seemingly indestructible. Hell, even its beer-mug-style side mirrors
by Jason Tulio
A subtle makeover
It's been a while since we last heard anything about Mazda's pickup, the BT-50. It was launched back in 2012, and production of its refreshed version began in Thailand back in 2015. After that? Nada--until its surprise arrival
by Drei Laurel
Another Japanese pickup to consider
If you're viewing this on a mobile device and can't see the video, please click here.The Mazda BT-50 has finally received a makeover. The updated pickup first surfaced way back in 2015, and it was introduced to the
by Drei Laurel
It runs on military-spec rims
Not a single person, except perhaps John Hennessey, has ever looked a Ford Raptor in the headlight and thought "yes, this is excellent. I just wish it was a bit more...extreme." Well, turns out Mr. Hennessey is not alone. Welcome, everyone
by TopGear.com
It's built to withstand the elements
If you're viewing this on a mobile device and can't see the video, please click here.A pickup has always been on my list of must-have vehicles. The juxtaposed image of a small girl (i.e. myself) with a
