When the Nissan Kicks e-Power launched, it was a glimpse into the future. Hybrid vehicles weren’t a common sight on our roads at the time, and the thought of an electrified crossover priced close to mainstream gasoline models was just an idea at the time. Today, the electrified landscape has...
The GS8 HEV made its local debut at MIAS 2026, leading a GAC display that also included the GN8 PHEV, HYPTEC HT, AION V, EMKOO Hybrid, M6 Pro, and Emzoom. The E8 HEV was also shown as a preview of another electrified family vehicle set to join the lineup. At the center of the stand was GAC’s new...
Changan used the 2026 Manila International Auto Show to push both its newer gasoline models and its growing electrified range straight into the spotlight. The all-new CS35 Max lead the brand’s activity on the opening day of the annual motorshow. The booth brought together six vehicles from the...
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation said it intends to participate in the Philippine government’s Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy, with local hybrid production in Laguna being planned if its application is approved. The announcement came on April 6 during a meeting in Malacañang between President...
Geely has launched the EX5 EM-i in the Philippines, adding a plug-in hybrid SUV to its local range for buyers who want some of the advantages of electrified driving without going fully electric. Available in Pro and Max variants, it uses a front-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid setup built around a...
ACMobility will offer free charging across its EV charging network from March 27 to 29, 2026, allowing electric vehicle owners to use its public chargers without cost for three days. The offer is open to all EV brands, as long as the vehicle can connect to ACMobility chargers. Supported connectors...
Are rising fuel costs and economic uncertainty now key factors in your next vehicle purchase? Want to make the switch to an electrified vehicle but don 't know where to start? The best place to be may be the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) 2026 that will proceed as scheduled from...
Jetour Auto Philippines Inc. (JAPI) recently launched the T1 compact SUV plug-in-hybrid (PHEV), their latest addition to their electrified line up. Their choice of powertrain for this latest offering is not a surprise, usually, brands would offer the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) options and...
Those looking for more sustainable means of mobility will get a chance to see two of Toyota’s latest models at a nearby mall. Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is bringing the all-new Toyota RAV4 HEV, new Urban Cruiser BEV, and bZ4X BEV at the Alabang Town Center, Muntinlupa City. Teased earlier...
With fuel prices as high as they are, it seems rather timely that Toyota Motor Philippines has now made available the two of the new models that they teased earlier in the year. These two are the new RAV4 HEV and Urban Cruiser EV. Urban Cruiser The Urban Cruiser is Toyota’s smallest pure EV for...
Motorists are understandably worried about the high fuel prices now. With the conflict in the middle east showing no signs of stopping soon, these high fuel prices could be our new normal for a while. Granted, power generation costs may increase too, but not as much as fuel. As such, many...
Some of you will argue that other hybrid models can consistently do 20+ km/l. Yes, but those models only seat five people, and more importantly, are significantly lighter because they do not have a transfer case, center differential, and an extra driveshaft for the all-wheel-drive (AWD) layout....
