We’re more than halfway through the year and powerful rain showers are hitting the country. Although cars have long been built to take on wet weather, decades of technological advancements have helped make driving in the rain almost as easy as driving in the dry. Ford Philippines announced in a June 2023 press statement that its latest Ranger pick-up and Everest sport-utility vehicle come with various features to handle everything from strong downpours to deep floods. Here’s a look at what they

Sojitz G Auto Philippines Corporation, the official distributor of Geely in the Philippines, further expands its dealership network by opening its 36th facility. The automaker has opened a new dealership in Rosario, La Union, officially marking the brand's presence in the province. It is also the company's first new dealer in 2023. The new facility will also reinforce Geely’s presence in the Ilocos region in addition to Geely Dagupan. Geely La Union sits on a 1,327-square-meter outlet that can f

After a few teasers posted on its Facebook account, Volkswagen Philippines finally revealed the latest addition to its local lineup. And it's not a new model. Confirming what we saw displayed at the brand's BGC showroom last week, Volkswagen Philippines introduces three new colors to its popular T-Cross subcompact crossover nameplate. But fret not, if you've been eyeing this gem of a ride for a while and you like the "individualistic vibe" the T-Cross projects, then Volkswagen Philippines says t

For those who deny that the electric revolution is real – the numbers don’t lie. U.S. cleantech publication CleanTechnica reported on February 2023 that 10,091,164 plug-in electric vehicles (EV), which include battery EVs and plug-in hybrid EVs, were registered worldwide in 2022. This figure is 55 percent higher than the 6,495,388 cars registered in 2021. It is also the first time that global plug-in EV sales breached the 10-million mark. Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines president

(Image from Honda PH) The Honda Civic is not an SUV. It is a sedan, and to some, not even a full sized one. So, to the question of practicality and spaciousness of the Honda Civic, it seems like a no brainer, but it is a relevant question. It is relevant because a car that is as wonderful as the Honda Civic can be a real temptation to someone who is already thinking of buying an SUV. Now, this is a NOT a no brainer. But what about space and practicality while having the best same things on a Civ

When it comes to pick-up trucks, practically everyone’s answer is the Toyota Hilux, thanks to a solid reputation for reliability and durability it built over the years. But what about other options like the Mitsubishi Strada and Ford Ranger? Are the other trucks worth your hard-earned money? Toyota Hilux – the de-facto option for many, for a good reason For all intends and purposes, the Toyota Hilux fulfills its duty as a workhorse really well. In the event that the Hilux needs to be serviced or