GAC Philippines recently invited us to a track day event to test the 2024 GAC Empow to showcase its sporty capabilities. The event was held at the Batangas Racing Circuit (BRC), where we could safely try the sedan. The automaker lined up several tests that covered the car’s handling, acceleration, braking, and traction control system. GAC also let us hot-lap the Empow on the short course layout of BRC. ALSO READ: FULL REVIEW: 2023 GAC Empow GE -- A Honda Civic rival in the making, but with a few

When you’re the number-one automaker in the Philippines and you’re celebrating your 35th anniversary, nothing less than the best will do. In the case of Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), it’s kicking off over three decades of local operations with the Toyota GAZOO Racing Festival, which will be held on Aug. 23 to 24, 2023 at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila. GAZOO Racing (GR) is the Japanese automaker’s motorsports division, producing not only championship-winning racing cars, but also high-perfor

Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH) will be at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Concert Grounds until tomorrow, May 7th, for the 2023 Auto Focus Summer Test Drive Festival. At the event, the South Korean automaker will let visitors get behind the wheel of its entire local lineup of vehicles, including the Creta, Stargazer, Staria, Tucson, and even one of its latest electric vehicles (EV), the IONIQ 5. “Hyundai is thrilled to once again be a part of Auto Focus’ bi-yearly activity, as it enables us to conne

When it comes to power and style, you can never go wrong with the 2022 Jeep Gladiator. The brand's legacy speaks about its products' robustness and agility over the years. Unlike other pickup trucks today, the Jeep Gladiator has a distinct, iconic look and robustness about it that makes it stand out in the market. As enthusiasts would say, "Iba ‘yung Jeep." And we reckon, it will remain in the market even as its competitors change and evolve. It's a Jeep and that means its legacy, power, capabil

It’s very rare to know a person who don’t like the Mini even for once in their life as this Iconic car was featured in several movie and TV shows like Mr. Bean and The Italian Job. Besides its popularity, the Mini was also loved for decades because of its quirky and unique design which makes it distinct among other cars on the road. Priced from Php2,550,000, see if the new-generation Mini is worthy behind its price. Pros The Mini is an iconic car model. A lot of people, especially car enthusiast

Sports cars have always been a dream car statement for youngsters, and a toy for the big guys. Why? Because of its stylish and aggressive-looking exterior finish that draws attention on the road? Or maybe because it has become a life status symbol? One thing is for sure, besides the good looks, sports car aces on performance than the regular car models. Toyota GR Supra The Toyota GR Supra is a high-performance sports coupe successor that has been carrying the line name since 2020. This grand tou