This one’s longer than the Dolphin
by Billy Caluag
It’s a simple celebration for the iconic hatchback
The Honda Fit-or the Honda Jazz as it was known in the Philippines-is celebrating its 25th anniversary with subtle styling updates across its many variants. Sadly, we'll be appreciating the new looks from afar as the subcompact hatchback was
by Billy Caluag
We need a longer version
Do you know what most car commercials lack these days? That's right-good old manga-style racing with explosions, giant magma monsters, hot flying rocks, and background hype music. Luckily, Honda Thailand knows how to keep it simple.This is the
by Lije Martin
Get up to P70,000 off this EV ’til the end of the month
GAC launched the Aion UT back in May this year as its entry in the electric subcompact hatchback space. Designed by the Chinese brand's Milan Design Center and equipped with around 400km of NEDC range, it entered the market with a
by Angelo Nieto
Geely’s newest electric hatchback starts at well under P1 million
Geely Philippines wants a piece of the fully electric hatchback pie, and here is its contender: the Geely EX2. This hatch has been teased and previewed several times before, but as of June 23, it has been officially released to the public.
by Billy Caluag
It will be joined by a Euro-made baby Bronco
Ford has been taking a long, hard look at itself in the mirror, and it has clearly decided that perhaps killing off the little Fiesta wasn't such a good idea. Who'd have thunk it?Anyway, we only know this because
by Greg Potts
It’s obviously a Polo, even if you peeled all the badges off
It's a Polo. Recognizably, even if you peeled off all the badges, a Polo. That's what's important about the new Volkswagen ID. Polo. This is an all-new electric supermini, but VW hasn't made it a streamlined future-
by Ollie Kew
And a LiDAR system, too
BYD unveiled the latest iteration of the subcompact Seagull at Auto China 2026. While the aesthetic changes are subtle, the Chinese carmaker has given its electric hatch a much bigger battery, and therefore, a much longer driving range.More specifically, the battery
by Billy Caluag
Each of these costs well under P1 million
If fuel prices have got you pinching your pennies, then it might be time to start thinking about electric vehicles. There are several options in our local market, and many of them come in at well under P1 million.Over the last
by Billy Caluag
We’re so jealous
Honda offices in China have just revealed the latest iteration of the Honda Fit-or the Jazz, as it was known in the Philippines. It has been about five years since the beloved hatchback exited our local market, and we continue to
by Billy Caluag
A budget pocket rocket
Ever since MG Philippines brought in the 3 last year, I've been very curious about the hatchback. Not only is the baseline price low, but the top-of-the-line hybrid was a seriously good proposition.Fast-forward a bit to
Because VW needs to play catch-up in the EV game
It's no secret that Volkswagen literally means 'the people's car.' It's the world's second-largest automaker, mainly because it owns a good chunk of all the European brands out there. That said, the company has been struggling in
Are you one of the 10 million owners?
The Suzuki Swift has been a huge hit ever since it was re-introduced in 2004. It's a popular choice over in hatchback-loving Europe, and has been doing a lot of lifting over in India. The Swift has also become
It’s been given a major facelift in Japan
Remember the Toyota Prius C? If not, then we totally understand. It's the kind of car that would probably make you say "Wait, they sold those here?"And, indeed, Toyota Motor Philippines did. The Prius C was offered here from 2012
Aimed at the entry-level EV market
So far, it's the Chinese automakers that have a hold on the subcompact EV market in Southeast Asia. Notable examples include the BYD Seagull and the host of even smaller two-door EVs. Of course, legacy automakers aren't taking this
Complete with baby-related items
For a small country, we love our big cars. Perhaps it's the influence of the Americans from back in the day, or probably the mindset of 'more seats=better.' But the reality is, we drive alone for most of the time,
A collector’s item now, for sure
Japan is, perhaps, the home of the limited edition. Whether it's for food, toys, and even cars, the country has always found a way to spruce up products. One such example was the Mitsubishi Mirage Hello Kitty Edition.Mind you, Hello
Are you in the market for a subcompact EV?
After making noise back in April and May by opening reservations for its upcoming EVs, JMC Philippines has finally brought out its maiden lineup of electric offerings. We wrote about them previously as the JMEV 2 and JMEV 3, but they're
by Billy Caluag
Because hybrids should come in all shapes and sizes
The little Toyota Aygo X a big facelift, introducing hybrid technology and a 'GR Sport' trim level for the first time. Meet the car that wants to be a GR Yaris when it grows up. In looks if not in performance.Because
Even the base motor is more powerful than ours
The BYD Seagull has become one of our favorite electric city cars out there. It's a low-price EV that doesn't feel cheap, and it's wonderfully zippy around the town. Heck, it can even do a drive outside the
This humble model has over 40 years of history
Take a good, long look at the new Nissan Micra's pristinely molded flanks and immaculate wheels while you can. Everyone's favorite learner car has returned as an electrified hatchback, ready to be silently dinged into oblivion by an entirely new
by Vijay Pattni
