Jacob Oliva
Content Team Lead / Senior Car Reviewer
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New car sales soar in Southeast Asia; PH figures plummet / News
Malaysia had the strongest market in the region.
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Report: Next-gen Subaru Legacy will be turbocharged / News
The midsize sedan is hopping on to the turbo bandwagon.
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Here’s your once-in-a-lifetime chance to design a Lexus / News
Submission of entries is open until October.
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Mazda aims to improve engines in collaboration with Saudi Aramco, AIST / News
Because the company believes that it is no longer sufficient to focus solely on the vehicle.
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BYD to start construction of Monorail in Bataan and we have questions / News
This is a great addition to our current public transport system, right?
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We want the VW Arteon and these photos will tell you why / News
Isn’t it such a beaut?
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Ford has built 10-million Mustangs since 1964 / News
The first serialized Mustang has the same color as the 10-millionth model.
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MMDA to test ban on solo-occupied vehicles from EDSA next week / News
Brace yourselves, HOV traffic scheme is coming.
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Philippine Red Cross receives Foton TransVan HR Ambulance / News
As donated by Foton Motor Philippines, Inc.
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Just how much money does Ferrari make per vehicle sold? / News
A study found out the profitability of luxury brands in the first half of 2018.
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2018 Toyota Hilux Conquest 2.8 G 4x4 AT Review / Review
Tim Gunn would approve this makeover.
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Subaru debuts Philippine-bound 2019 Forester without turbo / News
It now sits on the all-new Subaru Global Platform.
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Goodyear launches Assurance TripleMax 2 just in time for rainy days / News
For better grip and braking distance on wet roads.
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Toyota and Isuzu cut ties due to diesel downfall / News
And the plot thickens.
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Should you go for Manual or Automatic transmission? – Editor Speaks / Featured Article
Convenience versus control. Take your pick. But since you're asking, here's our vote.
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Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi outsold Toyota and Volkswagen in H1 2018 / News
Mitsubishi continues to stay strong in Southeast Asia.
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Future Hyundai cars will be sexier than Alfa Romeos / News
The “family look” will no longer be part of Hyundai’s lineup.
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2019 Honda Brio debuts with RS variant and it looks adorable / News
Watch the bonus TV commercial embedded here.
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2017 Honda BR-V S CVT Modulo Review / Review
It gets two new and very close competitors in its segment, but it won’t be shaken easily.
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Ford PH confirms arrival of Ranger Raptor within two months / News
Of course, reservation lanes are now open.
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Here’s when you’ll get your hands on 2018 Honda Civic Type R / News
The highly-coveted red badge is worth waiting for, especially with its 2018 price tag.
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SsangYong PH adds new Tivoli variant, refreshes Tivoli XLV / News
That two-tone exterior of the Tivoli still pulls our heartstrings.
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Mazda MX-5 RF is safer and more powerful for 2019 / News
The hardtop Miata gets even better for its updated version.
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Nissan PH opens two new cool-looking dealerships in Taytay and CamSur / News
Vehicle-buyers from Rizal province and the Bicol region are spoilt for choices.
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Nissan Rear Door Alert won’t let you leave anyone inside the car / News
Developed by two engineers who happen to be mothers as well.
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SsangYong Rodius MPV gets much-needed facelift for 2019 / News
It now looks in-line with the rest of the SsangYong range. Hooray.
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You can now purchase the 2019 Santa Fe at local Hyundai dealerships / News
You’ll soon see the fresh version of Hyundai’s midsize crossover on local roads.
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Review: 2018 Subaru Outback 3.6R-S CVT with EyeSight / Review
A sleeper car that stands by its hefty price tag.
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2019 Porsche Macan debuts with new face and bagful of LEDs / News
The luxury compact SUV gets more attractive this year.
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FCA and Ferrari CEO Sergio Marchionne dies at age 66 / News
The automotive honcho suffered stroke during recent surgery, from which he didn't recover.
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2019 Mercedes A-Class has the lowest drag in a production vehicle / News
This is how you improve perfection.
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2019 Toyota 86 TRD Special Edition unveiled with no power bump / News
If you’re looking for more power from Toyota’s 2+2 sports coupe, this is not the article you need to read.
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What are the best cars for flood-prone areas? / Featured Article
If you must, and you have absolutely no choice, here are the cars that can safely go through floods.
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Toyota PH launches 2019 Vios with all-new Prime variant / News
The brand’s best-selling subcompact sedan gets a new, pumped-up look.
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Been waiting for your license plate? Check its availability online / News
It will also tell you exactly where to get it.
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2018 Ford Mustang 5.0 V8 GT Premium AT Convertible Review / Review
It isn’t an icon for nothing, but wait until it takes its top off.
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6 reasons why Volkswagen Lavida is a solid China-made German sedan / Featured Article
Timeless, packed with features, and more.
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Review: 2018 Honda Odyssey 2.4 EX-V Navi CVT / Review
Like the lore that it came from, it’s one epic voyage with this luxury MPV.
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Where is the Philippines now when it comes to electric mobility? / Featured Article
Albeit snail-paced, we’re making progress towards vehicle electrification.
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Editor Speaks: Should we cease using Diesel? / Featured Article
The world has started to turn its back to the production of diesel-powered cars. Are Filipinos ready to embrace the shift?
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Review: 2018 Toyota Yaris 1.5 S CVT / Review
A refreshing facelift inside and out – the Toyota Yaris is a subcompact hatchback that’s worthy to be on your shopping list.
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6 Reasons why Subaru EyeSight is your best bud in heavy traffic / Featured Article
An extra set of eyes on the road is always a good thing.
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Review: 2018 Honda Civic Type R 2.0 MT Turbo / Review
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) made a great decision in bringing in the Civic Type R locally.
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What to expect from Suzuki PH’s launch of Dzire and Swift / Featured Article
Here’s our forecast of the company’s grand event tonight.
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Editor Speaks: Why KSA’s lift on women driving ban is important / Featured Article
The conservative kingdom officially gives women the right to be in the driver’s seat.
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Review: 2018 Honda City E CVT / Review
The range-topping Honda City brings a lot to the table considering its price, but the base CVT variant offers value that makes it a perfect first car.
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Toyota Century debuts with major redesign after 21 years / News
Toyota Motor Corporation reveals the anticipated redesign of the Century – the executive limo that commemorates Sakichi Toyoda’s centennial birthday.
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Honda facelifts HR-V in Thailand; gets RS, emergency braking, and more / News
It’s only a matter of time until we get the facelift model here. Or will it?
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Isuzu PH commences PUVMP with 15 Class 2 ‘Modern Jeepneys’ / News
All units are covered by a 3-year warranty or 150,000 km, whichever comes first.
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Will Suzuki Philippines bring the 2019 Jimny here? / Featured Article
It’s a fruitful year for the company, and all other signs are here.