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by Kara Santos
Catcalling is not a compliment
Ever been harassed, catcalled, or groped while riding public transport? There's a law that protects you from that. While you could air your sentiments on social media, aggrieved passengers can now report incidents of sexual harassment to the "Bawal Bastos" hotline
by Kara Santos
For those who want to get into the wonderful world of two-wheels
So you want to learn to drive a motorcycle. Learning to ride is a great first step to achieving freedom and mobility in congested cities. But before you start shopping for a new motorcycle and planning your epic long rides around the
by Kara Santos
Big bikes under P500,000
There comes a point in every rider's life when they would like to experience the freedom of speeding through traffic-free expressways rather than having to suffer through the badly maintained service roads next to delivery trucks and jeepneys.Unfortunately, the
by Kara Santos
What do women really want in a bike?
While the motorcycle market is still very much male-dominated, more women are now riding in the Philippines. Whether it's just for practicality given the country's broken public transportation system or traveling to experience a sense of joy and freedom
by Kara Santos
There’s a law that covers that
Motorcycle usage in the Philippines continues to increase. Not only do motorcycles offer more convenient and economical transport to Filipinos, but in many cases, they are the most direct option for commuters given the mess that is Manila's public transportation system.
by Kara Santos
For those looking to learn how to use Angkas, JoyRide, or MoveIt
Let's face it. Traffic in Metro Manila sucks. Driving a car around the city these days means potentially being stuck for hours on the road and having to fight for ultra-rare parking spaces. If you're only a single passenger,
by Kara Santos
A good alternative to NAIA
Given the traffic in the metro, taking flights to and from the Clark International Airport is becoming a viable alternative to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. While this airport is located in Pampanga, it provides a good option for those based in
by Kara Santos
For your trips in 2023 and beyond
Have you been bitten by the travel bug recently? You're not alone. Fillipinos are eager to travel out of the country once again in the post-pandemic era, with seven out of 10 Filipinos planning trips abroad at least once in
by Kara Santos
Here’s everything you need to know
Ever taken a hop-on hop-off (HOHO) bus when traveling around other countries like London, New York, Madrid, or Singapore? These fun, sightseeing buses let passengers easily make their own itineraries and visit top tourist destinations around a certain area, without
by Kara Santos
Drunk driving accounts for 25% of the total road crashes in the Philippines
We all know that we shouldn't drink and drive, but with all the social gatherings resuming and 'ber months fast approaching, alcohol is an inevitable part of events and parties.Unfortunately, along with speeding, texting while driving, and human error, drunk
by Kara Santos
We know it can get confusing at times
Unless you're really a car nut or you happen to work in the automotive industry, just planning to buy a new set of wheels can be really confusing with all the acronyms and automotive jargon being thrown around. What the heck
by Kara Santos
Here’s a detailed explainer
For years, when traveling by car, small children usually just sat on a parent's or sibling's lap. But with the increasing number of road accidents worldwide, that's just not going to cut it these days. To ensure safety among
by Kara Santos
Decoding the driver’s license in the Philippines
The lack of convenient public transport systems around Metro Manila is only encouraging more people to turn to private cars and motorcycles for mobility in the city. With return-to-office orders and the resumption of events around the metro, residents need
by Kara Santos
The next-generation hatch has finally arrived
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is really picking up the pace with its launches. Fresh off the reveal of the Zenix last month, it's now back with another new introduction: the all-new Toyota Wigo.The next-generation model now comes with
This new Almera could help sustain interest in subcompact sedans
Honda‘s tiny hatch gets timely updates
Alongside the updated City, Honda Cars Philippines also pulled the covers off the new Brio for the 2024 model year. First unveiled in Indonesia, Honda's most affordable model gets a fresher look, along with a few feature upgrades along the way.
For those curious about Nissan’s new subcompact sedan
Nissan Philippines (NPI) is starting off the second half of 2023 on a high note as it introduces the facelifted Almera. Shortly after its arrival in ASEAN, the subcompact sedan now makes its debut in our market bearing new looks and added
The Trax nameplate is back—this time as a compact crossover
In honor of its American roots, Chevrolet Philippines is celebrating 4th of July this year with the launch of an all-new model: the 2024 Chevrolet Trax. Yes, the Trax nameplate is back as a compact crossover, slotting above the Tracker and
GAC’s answer to the Toyota Raize and Honda HR-V
As you may have already heard, GAC Motor Philippines has officially launched the new GS3 Emzoom. This is the Chinese carmaker's answer to popular subcompact crossovers like the Toyota Raize, Honda HR-V, Kia Stonic, and MG ZS.This new five-
The Innova’s successor is here
All eyes are now on Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), as the carmaker has now launched the official successor to the ever-popular Innova: the all-new Zenix.At its core, it's still the Innova that Filipinos have grown to love-heck,
