There’s no doubt that hybrids and full EVs are fast becoming a viable option for new car buyers in 2026. The recently released 2025 sales report from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) notes that hybrids and EVs accounted for 12 percent of total sales or almost...
No doubt, many car buyers are putting efficiency among the top qualities they look for in their next car. To be fair, car brands have likely boasted about their efficiency with various consumption figures printed on the vehicles’ brochures. To help consumers make more informed choices, the...
This latest version of the X70 may not look it, but it is packed with one of the most advanced propulsion systems in the world. And despite its rather pedestrian design, its unique Jade Green exterior says to onlookers that it is more high-tech than the Journey, Travel, Sport, and Plus grades,...
Does a pickup really need ladder frame underpinnings? How about a diesel engine? Does the lack of either of these make it any less a pickup? Moreover, can it actually perform better without them? To answer these questions, we attended t he Radar RD6’s first dedicated media drive at the R33...
The product lineup of Omoda and Jaecoo in the Philippines is just a small slice of their larger stable of vehicles in China. To give Filipinos a better idea of what these two brands have to offer, Omoda and Jaecoo Philippines recently invited us to Wuhu, China to learn more about them. As a follow...
When my editor asked me to review this Tiggo, I wasn 't expecting much. The rEV model name tells me it 's a hybrid, but with Chinese marques, electrified vehicles are a dime a dozen. I realized how different this vehicle was when I saw it for the first time. Don 't get me wrong. The...
Shenzhen is quiet. Not in the way you 'd expect from a city of around 18 million people. The streets hum with activity, but there 's something missing. It took me a few hours to realize what it was: engine noise. When nearly every vehicle on the road runs on electricity, the absence of...
United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI) showcased its range of electric and hybrid vehicles at the 13th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS), demonstrating how the group’s brands are adapting to the country’s transition toward cleaner transport. Held from October 23 to 25, 2025, at the...
Aiming to prove that performance and safety can in fact coexist in a thrilling way, Volvo Cars Philippines, distributed by Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), made its presence felt at the Clark International Festival of Speed (CIFOS) held from October 17 to 19, 2025. Volvo brought a showcase...
Jetour Auto Philippines has officially launched the T1 Lightning i-DM, a new plug-in hybrid SUV that expands the brand’s lineup in the local market. The launch took place at The Cove in Okada Manila, attracting executives, dealer principals, bank partners, and media representatives. The event...
The 13th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) has opened its doors, staged at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City until October 25, 2025. Organized by the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP), the summit aims to put to the spotlight on sustainable mobility and push for...
Radar hopes to usher in a new era for pickups in the country by electrifying them. The new brand is owned by the Geely Auto Group and specializes in building mid‑size electric and plug‑in hybrid pickups. With its unique take on building pickups, Radar hopes to introduce technology, efficiency,...
