The segment is growing, but can Nissan take it to new heights?
by Billy Caluag
Existing promos can bring down the price by up to P60,000
When the Geely EX5 EM-i's arrival was confirmed earlier this year, we said it would need to be priced just right to challenge the BYD Sealion 6 in the electrified compact crossover class. Well, Geely Philippines has now announced the
Jetour’s latest flagship
Chinese carmaker Jetour has grown significantly from the novelty of the adorable Ice Cream EV. One of the brand's most popular and recognizable nameplates now seems to be the T2, a big and boxy SUV with seven variants on offer.Its
by Billy Caluag
A base-spec Advance and a higher-end Premium trim, to be specific
After debuting in the Philippines, Chinese carmaker Denza has yet to launch its first vehicle. However, thanks to recently published homologation papers from the Land Transportation Office, we now have a good idea of what the brand's first release could be.
by Billy Caluag
Another hybrid joins the local BMW lineup
BMW Philippines continues to expand its hybrid lineup. After bringing in the plug-in hybrid X3 and X5 models, the carmaker has now launched the PHEV version of its smallest SUV, the X1.The-take a deep breath-new BMW X1 xDrive25e
It’s a near-exact copy-paste job in all aspects
We've already told you that the upcoming Toyota Urban Cruiser is a rebadged Suzuki e-Vitara, which should be headed to our market, too. Well, here's another case of badge swapping between the two Japanese carmakers: This is the second-
Well, that was unexpected
After reviving the Captiva as a new MPV a while back, Chevrolet Philippines has breathed new life into the nameplate once more as it launches the Captiva EV and Captiva PHEV.The carmaker did a fast one on us, folks. These two
Not a bad deal
The plug-in hybrid versions of the Volvo XC90 T8 and XC60 T8 SUVs are currently on offer with hefty P500,000 discounts. It's not every day we see great deals on flagship models, but Volvo Cars Philippines and its official
It will have to be priced just right to sway Sealion 6 buyers
The EX5 has been part of Geely's local lineup since mid-2025, but only in fully-electric form. Now, however, the Chinese carmaker has announced that a new plug-in hybrid version will be available on our market within the first
It led the eco run for plug-in hybrids
In a 155km fuel economy run organized by the Department of Energy, the Chery Tiggo rEV Luxury Edition led all plug-in hybrid vehicles by returning an impressive 84.28km/Lge. The entire run saw over 70 vehicles participating, with combustion-engined,
Premium plug-in hybrid SUV packed with safety features
There is a growing impression that Chinese automakers have leveled up. They have partnered with legacy car brands so that these major marques can roll out electrified hybrid or full battery EV models. The resulting bilateral technology transfer has benefited car buyers
This SUV packs a heavy, guilt-free punch
The Jetour T2 Lightning i-DM is an instant eye-catcher. During the day, the SUV stands out with a tall, boxy frame, supported by chunky all-terrain tires and pops of neon green. After the sun goes down, the daytime running
It's a pick-up, Jim, but not as we know it
Over the past few years, BYD has utterly upended the global automotive market, catapulting into the global-and local-top 10 brands in terms of sales in seemingly no time at all. BYD has gotten so big locally that Toyota now offers
by Niky Tamayo
That makes three 7-Series options in the Philippines
BMW Philippines has added another plug-in hybrid to its lineup by way of the new 750e xDrive. This also marks the third 7-Series on offer in the country, following the fully electric i7 and the combustion-engined 735i.Interestingly, this
by Billy Caluag
But that will be in the distant future
At the launch of the ninth-generation Toyota Hilux, the Japanese carmaker unveiled the pickup with a traditional turbodiesel option and a surprising fully electric powerplant. Oddly, there was no self-charging or plug-in hybrid configuration, but Toyota has not completely
by Billy Caluag
State of change
Since I last drove the original hybrid BYD Tang, we've had two presidents, a pandemic, a changing of the guard at BYD Philippines, and a virtual explosion of hybrid and electric vehicle sales in this country. Where that old Tang featured
by Niky Tamayo
Would you want to see this in the Philippines?
The Toyota booth at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show is filled with jaw-dropping and exciting concepts, but here is something a little more down to earth. On the show floor is the plug-in hybrid version of the 2026 Toyota RAV4.
by Billy Caluag
Revealed alongside the new Teana
Just earlier this week, we noted how busy Nissan has been despite the carmaker's recent struggles. Now, just days after confirming the imminent launch of the Navara in Australia, it has unveiled two new models in China courtesy of its joint
We're seeing more of these nowadays
A range extender (REX) is a simpler form of plug-in hybrid. The engine can't power the wheels, but drives a generator that sends its electricity to the battery, or to the drive motor if it's needed there. Mostly you
by Paul Horrell
The BYD Seal 5 DM-i has more competition
Changan Philippines had added a plug-in hybrid sedan to its lineup-introducing the Nevo A05. Priced at P1.195 million, it's expected to go head-to-head with the BYD Seal 5 DM-i and the incoming Toyota Ativ HEV.
by Billy Caluag
Per reports from Japan
Perhaps it was inevitable, but the Toyota Land Cruiser isn't immune from electrification. A few months ago, the hybrid version made its world premiere in the Middle East, using the same system as the Lexus LX700h. But it seems that the
