Hybrids may be quite popular in other countries in the world, but in the Philippines, they have yet to win over discerning customers. Despite offering benefits like reduced fuel consumption and lower emissions, many buyers are still hesitant to give them a try. It’s likely because there’s still...
Same Corolla you love, but this does 20+ km/L Written by Eric Tipan It gets 20 kilometer per liter (km/L) even in Power mode, when the engine was roaring as it easily cruised to maintain 100 km/h on the SLEX. But more on the actual performance later. Sharp looks The Corolla looks absolutely sharp....
Injected with the Gazoo Racing spirit Toyota is making the Vios much more exciting this year with the introduction of the new Vios GR-S. This new sporty variant of Toyota’s top-selling sedan adds exciting improvements to the vehicle, developed by Toyota’s Gazoo Racing. GR-S, which stands for...
Text and photos by Eric Tipan 2021 Toyota Innova 2.8 E AT The much-awaited update of the second-generation Toyota Innova is finally here and while you’ve seen versions launched in other ASEAN countries online, ours isn’t the same. Here is what the Pinoy buyers are getting. It’s the grille...
Locally-made and close to Filipino hearts 2021 Toyota Innova E AT Toyota gives Filipinos more reason to buy local with the arrival of the 2021 Innova. As one of Toyota Motor Philippines’s (TMP) locally manufactured vehicles, the Innova has endeared itself to Filipino buyers, being the preferred...
TOKYO, Feb 10, 2021 (AFP) - Toyota said Wednesday that net profit soared 50 percent in the third quarter and upgraded its full-year forecasts as the global auto industry gradually recovers from the coronavirus pandemic. The world's top carmaker said it made 838.7 billion yen ($8.0 billion) in...
Toyota wants to ensure that customers all over the Philippines get a high quality vehicle, regardless of the distance from Toyota’s main operating facility in Santa Rosa, Laguna. In pursuit of this, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) will start operations of P4.5-billion Batangas Vehicle Logistics...
Automotive leader Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has urged Filipinos to patronize locally produced vehicles as it supports government efforts to promote local car production even turning bullish with 30 percent recovery growth on sales and the operation of its P4.5-billion new logistics hub...
Cross my heart Text and photos by Eric Tipan As of late last year, the LTO said there are over 1.3 million private vehicles in the Philippines, and that’s not even counting the ones that aren’t registered yet, or weren’t able to because of COVID-19. Out of that lot, the DTI says only a measly...
The car shopping season need not be limited to the holidays. This January, we’ve compiled a list of deals and promos from your favorite car brands in order to get the most bang for your buck. The offers vary from discounts, low down payment plans, freebies, and even one-day sales. Toyota Toyota...
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) Japan, which local subsidiary Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) imports 39 completely built up (CBU) models, said the Philippines’ imposition of safeguard measures on imported CBU passenger cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs) will not lead to increased...
One last surprise for 2020 Toyota continues to offer motorists treats this 2020 with a much-needed update to the Yaris hatchback. Aimed at loyal fans of the hatchback or the casual customer, the new Yaris is designed to be a versatile and fun vehicle. For 2021, the new Yaris makes a lasting first...
