The Toyota Alphard has been a surprise hit in the Philippines. Even though it’s a gasoline-powered minivan, it’s boxy yet stately styling, combined with its vast and luxurious cabin, meant it was a hit for everyone from politicians to high-roller gamblers. Indeed, no five-star casino in Metro Manila is complete without its own fleet of black or white Alphards. Given its success, Toyota decided to make subtle but significant changes to the all-new Alphard and its sportier sibling, the Vellfire. T

The styling looks familiar, right? The Weiao BOMA EV, China's latest mini electric vehicle (EV), was launched recently and features an exterior design similar to a certain Toyota luxury van. It has three variants, each offering something unique to the model lineup. Weiao is a new EV brand under the Hongri Electric Vehicle Group, with BOMA EV being manufactured by ZX Auto. ZX Auto is a long-time player in the Chinese automotive market, specializing in building passenger cars, commercial vehicles

In 2019, a viral video of the Japanese Emperor's convoy stopping to give right of way to an ambulance made the rounds in automotive media. Many claimed that the amusing scene would only happen in Japan. How preposterous to expect the highest dignitary in the land to give way to an ambulance carrying one insignificant commoner, right? Well, right, but also wrong. It’s true that, in many countries, heads of state and dignitaries take precedence on the road for security reasons. But seeing that doe

If you own a Lexus that is due anytime soon for Periodic Maintenance Service or PMS, Lexus Manila is inviting you to bring your car over to its dealership in Bonifacio Global City, and five other Lexus Accredited Toyota dealerships across the country, to take advantage of The Lexus Car Maintenance Weekend. From August 18 to 20, 2022, Lexus-trained technicians and service personnel will be on-hand to provide expert care and servicing to your car. Using only genuine parts and lubricants, PMS by Le

(Images from Toyota PH) The Toyota Alphard is luxury defined. It is one of the most expensive Toyotas you can buy in the country, and for good measure. The looks, the comfort, safety and security, and the luxury as defined in little things such as wood and leather trimmings, and the huge things like how spacious the passenger cabin is. Under the hood, the Alphard shows its luxurious side, showing how incoherent gas prices are as long as you can reach your destination in a comfortable and luxurio

No doubt about it, the family car can be likened to one magic carpet ride transporting a bunch load of people from point A to B in a matter of seconds. While this metaphor sounds greatly exaggerated, it’s a known fact, however, that family or commercial vehicles (CV) truly do a wonderful job not only of hauling up families on long trips but they can also become reliable work fleets for storing up supplies or other loads as well. So far, Toyota, KIA, Ford, Suzuki, and Honda are the big-name car g