A primer for the outdoors Written by Neil Pagulayan Tired of being locked indoors? Maybe it’s time to go car camping. The popularity of the mid-sized SUV and pickup amid the COVID pandemic has helped boost the popularity of an age-old recreational activity, camping. Camping is has inextricably...
Leveling up choice Those that find purchasing a vehicle, with all the confusing trim levels and variants, daunting may find something to like with Chery. Earlier this week, the brand marked its first year in the Philippine with the launch of its newest model, the Tiggo 7 Pro. With a naming...
Still a top choice It’s not easy choosing an SUV these days, what with the dizzying number of choices. There are so many segments and sizes to choose from, with many models beginning to blur the lines in between. No doubt, besides the usual truck-based seven-seater SUVs, another...
From left: Atty. Alberto B. Arcilla, President and CEO of MG Philippines, with Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Rabiya Mateo and her brand new MG ZS Alpha Crossover SUV. The first-ever Miss Universe Philippines 2020, Rabiya Mateo, will be rolling around in style onboard her brand new MG ZS Alpha...
Call this one, Montero Smart Text and photos by Eric Tipan The Montero Sport is a spin-off model of the famed Pajero nameplate, which explains why it’s as prodigious as its namesake when it goes off-roading. These days though, that really isn’t the main reason people continue to buy it. As...
Since arriving in the local automotive market in June of 2019, Maxus has introduced Filipino motorists, entrepreneurs, and their families to a line of world-class vehicles that have gone to the “Max” in terms of its design, functionality, performance, comfort, and safety. It’s all about Maxus...
The compact SUV with a bold statement Text and photos by Neil Pagulayan Being one of the most popular car segments these days, compact crossover SUVs are practically everywhere on the road. To stand out from the crowd while still offering the best features of the segment, Kia has the standout...
Trim and equipment may differ from pictured model. Toyota is adding more value to its popular entry-level SUV, the Rush. As part of its 2021 update, the refreshed Rush line-up now offers three rows of seats in the Rush E grade. With this update, all Rush variants now come as seven-seater SUVs. One...
Going beyond expectations Text and photos by Eric Tipan Unlike most nameplates, the word Azkarra doesn’t actually mean anything. Should you have trouble remembering, one minute inside this SUV should be enough to leave a favorable imprint. This total newcomer has wowed the market in all aspects....
Willie Revillame "Tutok to Win" host Willie Revillame continued to send financial help to those affected by the typhoon as he sold another luxury car and gave P5 million for Marikina City and the Municipality of Rodriguez (formerly known as Montalban) On Thursday, Nov. 19, upon completing his...
The disruptor SUV of 2020 Written by Neil Pagulayan Geely is steadily growing its vehicle lineup one SUV at a time. Following several weeks of teasing, the covers have finally come off its newest member, the Okavango. Named after UNESCO’s 1,000th World Heritage Site, which was also declared one...
Geely Okavango SUV Geely Philippines will be expanding their lineup with yet another SUV. Hinted by its distributor, Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP) as being “Wonderfully Distinct,” the new 7-seater crossover will soon make its mark in this competitive segment of the Philippine automotive...