Toyota wants to make electrification fun as the Japanese automaker has announced that it plans to reveal a performance electric vehicle (EV) soon with a virtual manual transmission option. The brand has also revealed plans to create regular EVs with the stick shift transmission that would mimic the feel and action of an actual manual by 2026. The announcement comes from Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda who revealed before last week’s 100th anniversary 24 Hours of Le Mans that the Gazoo Racing sub-bra

After its appearance at the 2023 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), GAC Philippines has announced the new retail price for the 2023 GAC Emkoo to celebrate its 5th anniversary in the country. Effective May 24, the GAC Emkoo will now be priced at ₱1,498,000 for the top-of-the-line GL variant and ₱1,298,000 for the GE variant. The new pricing also applies to those customers who reserved a unit in April when it was launched at MIAS. For context, these were the original launch prices for the new

The Ford Ranger on the T6 platform has been around since 2011, when it was first introduced into the global market. The T6 platform is also the basis for the first generation of the Ranger Raptor, albeit with modifications to the suspension and chassis to handle tough off-roading duties. So, the T6 platform got us thinking, how has it lasted so long, especially now that it's still being used in the next-generation Ford Ranger and Ford Ranger Raptor? A brief history of the T6 platform The T6 plat

If you like the looks of the Honda HR-V crossover, but want a fully electric powertrain, this might be what you’re looking for. Our sister publication WapCar Malaysia reported that a Honda e:NS1 prototype has been spotted at a charging station, based on spyshots from Thai publication Headlightmag.com. “Though it may just be there for initial tests, there are signs that point for this EV SUV to be launched in the ASEAN region in the near future,” said WapCar Senior Writer Sanjay. In addition, Hon

Some factors hold us back from pursuing something. Especially if that factor is a purchase price of almost nine million pesos. But car enthusiasts and motorsport lovers are oftentimes deadset whenever they have a particular sports car model in mind. Especially for those who are financially capable, to begin with. And one of the most sought-after sports cars and grand tourers of all time – the Nissan GT-R – is still a top choice among track addicts. But why? Legacy Every car enthusiast knows abou

Just like how we have different perspectives in life and in certain circumstances, we also have different preferences when it comes to gauging the performance output of vehicles. A particular characteristic of a particular vehicle might be interesting for you, but not for me. You may find something special about a certain car model, but I do not, and vice versa. Certainly, we appreciate differences, and we value them differently. But despite that, we still seek others' advice most of the time, e