A quick visit to the official website of Toyota Motor Philippines reveals something strange about the Toyota Corolla Altis. While its variants have been slimmed down to just three models, the GR-S, GR-S CVT, and the E CVT, the engine displacement has been changed. Previously, the sedan was only available with a 1.8-liter hybrid system or a 1.6-liter naturally aspirated engine for the other variants. However, that may change soon as the brand’s website reveals that all the non-hybrid models will

Chery Auto Philippines previewed two new electric vehicles (EV) and a new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) at the 2023 Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS). While no official prices were revealed at the event, the automaker mentioned a few key features that might entice interested customers to make a reservation once they officially launch. The automotive brand is going green and addressing the increasing demand for cleaner vehicles that don't rely on fossil fuels as gas and diesel pr

Local automakers got a big shot in the arm after the Philippine government extended the timeframe of its ₱27-billion program to boost domestic car manufacturing. The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) announced in a May 2023 press statement that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved a five-year extension to the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) Program. PSAC is composed of business leaders and experts across six main sectoral groups: Agriculture, Digital Infrastructur

As the average Filipino family grows, the need for a car that can fit them all grows as well. In the past, the minimum requirement was five - dad, mom, two kids, and maybe a grandparent or the househelp. Today, the average Filipino buyer needs to consider at least six seats when buying a vehicle - dad, mom, at least two kids, the nanny, and possibly both grandparents. Not only that but because of the modern family's versatility in income - possibly from both a steady job and a family business -

With the vastly soaring fuel prices all over the globe today, dragging around a high-consuming car would just cause a lot of a burden, instead of easing yourself by the idea of having your means of transportation. That is why fuel economy plays a vital role in deciding what vehicle you should get, as you want your next vehicle to help you and not burden you. Although of course, some highly capable individuals don't mind how their car burns fuel easily. But in most cases and most people, it matte

To compete in the demanding subcompact crossover category, Toyota has introduced the Raize in the Philippine market this 2022. As expected, Toyota didn’t disappoint the Filipino market as the Raize comes full-packed with advanced features and decent styling at a budget-friendly price. Its name was dragged all over the country as it has been one of the hottest car models of the year. Prices and Colors The all-new Toyota Raize is available in four variants in the Philippine automotive market. The