Here are our first impressions
Mazda has a plug-in hybrid now
Mazda Philippines has been busy as of late. Fresh off the launch of the new CX-5, the brand has now unveiled the latest addition to its growing lineup, and it's its first-ever plug-in hybrid: the all-new Mazda
It comes with both a metal bracelet and a cowhide leather strap
Mazda and Seiko have collaborated once again to bring motorists a sleek chronograph watch. The Mazda Chronograph is the automotive brand's third collaboration with Seiko, following the Mazda Spirit Racing Chronographs released in 2024 and 2025. Unlike the first two releases,
by Lije Martin
The brand knows what’s truly important
Whenever people tell me I have the coolest job in the world, my standard response is that it's not always what it seems. But that's not something I'd say today.At this moment, my ears are shattered, but my
Twenty-five units are arriving in December
Steven Tan, president and CEO of Mazda Philippines, has made it a tradition that new color availability for the Mazda MX-5 in the Philippines will first be announced to members of the Miata Club of the Philippines (MCP). And so it
Is it really always the answer?
Bringing a car to the track comes with a lot of superlatives and cliche sayings: "The best way to know your car," "findings one's limits," "the essence of performance," and so on. But needless to say, for those who have not
It’s a golden era for crossovers
If you're in a hurry, and you just want to know if the 2026 Mazda CX-5 lives up to the hype, yes it mostly does. It's an all-new model and it brings new technology and features to the
by Dinzo Tabamo
Honoring some outstanding dining experiences in Metro Manila and Cebu
Mazda Philippines has formally announced its role as the Official Automotive Partner of the Michelin Guide Manila and Environs - Cebu 2027 ceremony. Taking place this October, the prestigious culinary award is returning after its inaugural selection last year to once again honor
by Angelo Nieto
The lucky buyers will be determined by a lottery at the 2026 Mazda Fan Festa
If you've been waiting over the past 10 years to buy a yellow ND-generation Mazda MX-5, the wait is over-but you will need luck on your side.As the headline conveniently mentions, only six Miatas will be offered
Amid the competition, a showcase of engineering and community
It was a race to remember. On this third leg, held at the Batangas Racing Circuit (BRC), the competitive MCP Miata Cup and the MSCC Miata Spec Series continued their respective tournaments.It is certainly a sight to behold, as humble two-
It could come in two variants
The Mazda CX-80 PHEV has recently appeared on the Department of Energy's list of recognized EVs with homologation papers. The midsize crossover SUV is listed with two variants-Exclusive and Premium-both with all-wheel-drive configurations. After Mazda Philippines'
by Lije Martin
The funds go to Northern Rescue and help support air ambulance operations
Northern Rescue, a New Zealand-based rescue helicopter organization, is holding its 2026 JDM Lottery featuring a fully built 1986 Mazda RX-7 (FC) Series 4. One ticket costs $100 (P3,690), with a total limit of 4,000 entries before the
by Lije Martin
It’s Mazda’s first Philippine dealership to adopt the ‘Japanese Premium’ concept
Mazda C5 Pasig begins a new chapter as Bermaz Auto Asia takes over its management and operations. It was previously under Inchcape Philippines, whose dealership contract ended on July 31, 2026.Bermaz Auto Asia is an associated company of Bermaz Auto Philippines,
The legacy Japanese hybrid compact SUV showdown
The resurgence of the legacy Japanese brands in the compact SUV segment continues. Mazda Philippines has finally launched the new-generation CX-5. For this spec-sheet brawl, we've selected electrified models priced closest to Mazda's new compact SUV, so
Surprisingly, we are the second-largest market for the MX-5, next only to Japan
We love the Miata. Who doesn't? The Mazda MX-5 is one of the most endearing automobiles ever built, and across its generations, it has amassed a cult following across the world.But to see the love for the Miata, you
We expect it sometime in 2027
The all-new Mazda CX-5 recently launched in the Philippines to the tune of P2.495 million. Notably, that price is quite competitive given Mazda's position in the market and the costs of other premium hybrid compact crossovers with AWD
by Billy Caluag
Could we be next?
The Mazda 6e has just made another local debut in Southeast Asia with an official release in Singapore. Following launches in Thailand and Indonesia, Singapore becomes the third country in the region to receive the fully electric midsize sedan. What can we
by Lije Martin
Zero-interest plans are available at launch
The compact SUV market has gotten busy in the past year, with one big introduction after the other. Now, it's Mazda's turn to bring in its segment competitor: the next-generation CX-5.The all-new Mazda CX-5 debuts
Coinciding with the soft launch of the Mazda Paddock
The Mazda Fan Festa returned to Clark International Speedway last Saturday, July 18, for its second leg to celebrate the brand's motorsport heritage. With plenty of experiences both on and off the track, it was a full day of motoring fun
The Iconic SP, the Miata, or perhaps... even both?
Last week, automotive media outlet CarBuzz discovered a pair of patents filed by Mazda depicting the body structure of a new, unnamed vehicle. Explicitly described as a rear-wheel-drive sports car in the documentation, its proportions do match the Iconic SP
by Angelo Nieto
It beats the previous-gen model’s score by 12.25% across four categories
The 2026 Mazda CX-5 has received a five-star rating from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) with an average score of 90.25% across all four safety categories. This is a significantly higher score than the second-generation CX-
by Lije Martin
