Recent rumblings in the automotive industry talk about Chinese brands changing management hands. And from what we've heard, there will be a few. But why do the principals feel the sudden need to come in lock, stock, and barrel to take over the Filipino-run local distributorships? Haven't they done enough to promote the brand? Did the distributors fall short of sales targets? Or have the distributors failed in the perception game despite the uptick in Chinese-made cars' build, tech and quality in

The sweltering heat, the almost-blinding sunlight – it really must be the summer season. While most would run off to the beach or to a nice resort with a swimming pool, some people just want to steer clear of the swimwear and listen to great music live. That’s why Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is hosting a three-day event that includes renowned OPM acts and the chance to get behind the wheel of the updated Isuzu mu-X and the Isuzu D-MAX. IPC announced in a press statement that it is holdin

As October comes to a close, you might be thinking whether or not it's the right time to buy a brand-new Toyota. If you're not yet sure, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) may have a promo that could "make you smile." The carmaker announced in an October 2022 press statement that its "More Shared Miles, More Shared Smiles" campaign is ongoing until Oct. 31, 2022. Various payment schemes TMP offers three payment options for new-car buyers: Pay Light – 50-percent downpayment, 60 months to pay Pay Low

Long before its recent launch, the 2022 Subaru WRX was much awaited by car enthusiasts, especially race car drivers, who were looking forward to a better and bolder sport compact car. The WRX draws its inspiration from when Subaru joined and won the World Rallying Championship manufacturer's trophies from 1995 to 1997, along with the driver's championships in 1995, 2001, and 2003. Indeed, it has several attributes that make it one of the most sought-after high-performance cars. Its specification

Deciding on what car model to buy this 2022 is tough as several car models are competent enough to be the best in their respective classes. In the mid-size crossover SUV class, one that stands out is the Kia Sorento. This Korean-made vehicle has a futuristic approach from its exterior to its performance. And to know what are its pros and cons, listed below might help you decide if this crossover SUV is the one you're looking for. Pros Its exterior design language is fascinating. The design langu

As there are several SUV models present in the market today, it doesn’t get easier to pick the best for us. Each has its strengths over other SUVs. They have the unique characteristics that make them stand out among the rest. In the same manner, they also have their weaknesses and flaws that make them less valuable or less capable than their rivals in the same class. Choosing your car doesn’t mean that it has to be acceptable to others that influence you. It also doesn’t have to be aligned to wh