Toyota flexes new vehicles, recommits to decarbonization
THE RECENT Japan Mobility Show (JMS) 2025 once again proved how much it is an important showcase of what is and what’s to come in mobility. The biennial show was held once more at the Tokyo Big Sight or Tokyo International Exhibition Center in the Ariaki Minami district of the Tokyo Waterfront City.
Luxe and key
By Kap Maceda Aguila
BYD taps the premium people mover segment with the eMax 9 DM-i
FILIPINOS have a genuine affinity with people movers. As I’ve always maintained, we...
The One with a plug-in hybrid heart
JETOUR AUTO PHILIPPINES’ “next-generation hybrid” sports utility vehicle (SUV) now debuts in the Philippine market. The Jetour T1 Lightning i-DM (or intelligent dual motor) combines a 1.5-liter gasoline engine generating 140hp and 215Nm of torque with an electric motor that adds 150kW of power and 310Nm of torque. Its 26.7kWh battery can charge from 30% to 80% capacity in as little as 30 minutes.
Honda Cars goes North
FOLLOWING ITS recent 35th anniversary, Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) is bringing its vehicle lineup closer to the north of Metro Manila. Until October...
Hyundai Trucks and Buses holds ‘Pasok sa Pasko’ promo
HARIPHIL ASIA RESOURCES, INC. (HARI), official distributor of Hyundai Trucks and Buses in the Philippines, holds its “Pasok sa Pasko” promo designed “to reward...
Fan Festa-stic
By Kap Maceda Aguila
A BRIGHT SUN basks the verdant landscape of Oyama in the Suntō District of the Shizuoka Prefecture with a warm, reassuring glow. However, as we arrive by coach at the Fuji Speedway, the iconic Mt. Fuji after which the circuit is named still hides her majesty behind tufts of clouds. We do not get lucky this time.
Star power-up
HYUNDAI MOTOR PHILIPPINES (HMPH) is trying to sustain its business momentum by launching two newly updated vehicles crucial to the brand’s success here in the country.
Digital swagger
THREE FILIPINOS are out for international glory after emerging as victors in this year’s Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippines eSports GT Championship, a sim racing tournament staged by Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP).
Hongqi E-HS7, E-H7 get five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP
CHANGCHUN, JILIN-HEADQUARTERED auto marque Hongqi recently received five-star safety ratings for its newest flagship electric models, the E-H7 and E-HS7. The models were recognized...
Into Ativ
By Kap Maceda Aguila
Toyota lowers the price of admission to hybrid
THE TALE OF TOYOTA’s take on — and push to — carbon neutrality is well-documented. Toyota Motor...
On the Radar
THE UNITED ASIA Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI) recently added a new brand to its portfolio of mobility offerings: Radar (Riddara in some markets).
Suzuki PHL, DES Strong Motors join Int’l Coastal Cleanup activity
SUZUKI PHILIPPINES, INC. (SPH), through the united efforts of its Marine, Automobile, and Motorcycle divisions, joined the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) Drive 2025 held...
















