The R35 Nissan GT-R has been around since I was in first-year high school. Despite having its “Sweet 16” on December 2023, the latest iteration of this iconic Japanese supercar still has what it takes to stick it to the likes of what Europe has to offer. Indeed, the R35’s long-time rival has been the Porsche 911 Turbo, which has been revamped over three generations (997, 991 and the current 992). But the latest scoop from Japanese car magazine BestCarWeb may see a completely new rival for the ne

Italian car brands have been well-known in the Philippines for long occupying the zenith of automotive aspiration. Even the biggest ignoramus will perk up when he or she hears words like Ferrari, Maserati and Lamborghini. These brands not only produce some of the fastest supercars and hypercars on Earth, but also represent a lifestyle brimming with the trappings of immense wealth and cosmopolitan sophistication. But when supercar owners need a more practical car that remains eye-wateringly brisk

PGA Cars may be renowned for high-performance brands like Porsche, Lamborghini and Bentley, but it also has a bevy of luxurious battery-electric vehicles (EV). And out of the 300 or so EVs that the company has sold in the last two years, over 200 are from Audi’s e-tron range. It has even reached the point that Audi’s EV models are outselling its internal-combustion engine (ICE) cars. “Some of our clients are more into the conservation of the environment, so they're more into sustainability,” sai

Changan Philippines offers transportation network vehicle service providers something interesting with the Changan Alsvin 1.4 MT. The sedan could be your next partner in profit as it provides you with a versatile platform for your taxi needs. The taxi version of the Changan Alsvin debuted early in July at the Biyahenyong Aasenso Showcase, where the public got to appreciate the sedan and its many features that make for a safe and comfortable city ride. A host of standard features for both the dri

Over the past decade, an oft-repeated but rarely turned into concrete action posit of the local auto industry was a need to shift to electric and hybrid cars. The 2022 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) showed attendees that the shift above wasn't just idle chat. Pure battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrid vehicles (HEVs) were highlights of more than one automaker at PIMS. For example, Kia's EV6 full-electric compact crossover sport utility vehicle (SUV) was front and center at the

In celebration of World EV Day, we would like to share a brief experience driving one of the more popular EVs from a mainstream manufacturer. The Kia e-Niro is a crossover that shares its platform and electric drivetrain with the Hyundai Kona. As you can see, it looks like a raised hatchback, but its extra height lets you be more versatile and agile on the road. We drove it in Brunei Darussalam, where there is little traffic on city roads and highways. Kia Brunei is not yet selling EVs, and like