Owners of hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles were in uproar earlier this week when the head of the Philippine National Police – Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG), Acting HPG Director, Police Colonel Hansel M. Marantan told reporters that owners of hybrid vehicles must “first secure certification...
Chery Auto Philippines has launched the all-new Chery Tiggo rEV Luxury Edition (LE), a seven-seat plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) priced from ₱1,528,000. This latest model builds on the success of the original Tiggo rEV, offering improved performance, technology, and comfort aimed at...
Jetour Auto Philippines has announced a new price for the Jetour X70 Lightning i-DM, setting its starting price at ₱1,498,000. This represents a significant price drop from its original launch price of ₱1,648,000 earlier in 2025. The adjustment reflects the company’s response to growing...
Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the distributor of Volvo cars, gathered a new generation of leaders and trailblazing Filipinas for the second installment of its ‘Voice of Volvo’ thought leadership series, titled "Grace Beyond the Wheel." The event, held on September 3, 2025, at the Maria...
As electric vehicle adoption grows in the Philippines, concerns about charging safety during unpredictable weather remain at the forefront for many owners. With weeks shifting between high temperatures and prolonged rainfall, it is imperative that EV drivers seek reliable information on how to keep...
Just before its official launch last week, Suzuki Philippines invited us to get behind the wheel of their all-new Fronx for a long drive. We were invited to take it on a quick drive out of town, with a little fuel economy challenge to see how economical their latest mild hybrid offering would be...
The Suzuki Fronx may have grabbed the headlines for the past couple of days, yet alongside its launch was another new offering from Suzuki: the XL7 Hybrid Black Edition. This new variant offers customers a fresh and distinctive take on the well-loved hybrid MPV. The Black Edition boasts...
The highly-anticipated BYD Tang DM-i has finally been launched, offering Filipino families the freedom to go farther, drive smarter, and move with more confidence. The Tang DM-i blends the efficiency of BYD’s advanced powertrain with the versatility and presence of a seven-seater SUV. The...
Chery Auto Philippines has introduced the all-new Tiggo Cross Hybrid EV, positioning it as one of the most attainable hybrid subcompact SUVs in the local market. Priced at P1,198,000, the model is now available at Chery dealerships nationwide. The Tiggo Cross Hybrid EV measures around 4.3 meters...
Jetour is about to introduce yet another T2 variant soon, this time, with the coveted Lightning i-DM system. The Jetour T2 Lightning i-DM is the highly-anticipated plug-in hybrid version of the T2. I-DM stands for Intelligent Dual Motor, the powertrain fitted into the T2 Lightning i-DM which allows...
BYD Cars Philippines has just opened reservations for the upcoming Tang DM-i. Following the launch of the BYD Sealion 5 DM-i, the brand is expanding its Super DM-i lineup with its newest flagship SUV. As BYD’s biggest and boldest SUV model yet, it is a seven-seater built to give Filipino families...
A new SUV hopes to raise customers’ expectations of what to expect from a car. The Jaecoo J7 SHS officially debuted in the Philippines recently, packed with Super Hybrid technology, versatility in various driving environments, and innovative in-car tech and features. As the name suggests, the...
