From left: GAC Brand Ambassador, Dingdong Dantes; Wang Shunsheng, Vice President of GAC International; Rafael Sainz, COO of Astara; and Luis Torres, Astara Philippines Country Manager, stand proudly beside the newly previewed GAC M8 PHEV at the 2025 Manila International Auto Show. GAC Motor...
Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) had quite the surprise at the 20th Manila International Auto Show. In front of an excited crowd, it officially revealed the all-new Elantra during the This launch serves as the comeback of one the brand’s iconic nameplates. Leading Hyundai’s Opening Day...
From left: Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) president Masando Hashimoto and DENR secretary, Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga. The Toyota Tamaraw will play a crucial role in protecting the noble animal it is named after. Toyota Motor Philippines Foundation (TMPF), the social and humanitarian arm...
Astara-led GAC Motor recently hosted its first luncheon with leading bank partners at the Karrera Showroom in Alabang. Attended by valued executives of partner banks nationwide, this event focused on strengthening business relationships with banks, celebrating 2024 achievements, sharing 2025...
With the rise in popularity of motorsports thanks to cultural phenomenon like Netflix’s “Drive to Survive,” the “Gran Turismo” movie, and the upcoming “F1” movie of Brad Pitt, many young drivers may be considering motorsports as a viable career. But where can they start? Why not the...
For many young car enthusiast buyers, the choice for a new cars typically revolves around a few storied Japanese brands. This is because these long-time models have built up a following over the years and boast of a selection of parts and accessories for every conceivable corner of the...
For some years, there have been a few favorites when it comes to luxury vans. Even without naming names, many of you can already guess which ones they are. Granted, they’re great cars, but with many rediscovering their benefits over large SUVs, the long lines for these models may put a few buyers...
The roar of engines will echo again around the Clark International Speedway as Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) brings back the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup (TGR Philippine Cup) for its 11th season. Previously known as the TGR Vios Cup, the 2025 season returns with an earlier race calendar,...
A Toyota Tamaraw with aftermarket accessories fitted. Actual model may differ from photo above. The Toyota Tamaraw is already making an impact in the mobility sector with large, medium, and even small enterprises taking notice of the versatile truck. When it was launched earlier this year , the...
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has officially launched the new GR Yaris, now available with both a six-speed manual transmission and an eight-speed Direct Automatic Transmission, and retail sales began last March 6. The announcement reinforces Toyota’s philosophy of using motorsports to develop...
Driving the Toyota Zenix Hybrid is a delightful experience. It’s a car whose features have been carefully mated together, you just have to sit down and drive – and feel safe. It’s very well-balanced with the 2.0-liter 16-valve, four-cylinder gas engine sitting low under the bonnet which...
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has launched a new extended warranty program for its vehicles. The Toyota 5-Year Warranty will be available for all Toyota vehicles sold from January 1, 2025 onwards, extending the current standard warranty coverage. Previously, Toyota vehicles were covered by a...
