Same same, but different
by Billy Caluag
That Moonstone interior trim is our pick
The all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power has officially launched on our shores. The subcompact crossover comes in three variants, priced as follows:If you're familiar with the old Kicks, the first thing you'll notice with the 2027 model is
by Lije Martin
The LTO homologation papers are out
The 2027 Nissan Navara Pro PHEV has officially received homologation papers from the Land Transportation Office. The midsize pickup was previewed at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show, and with the recently acquired documents, it moves one step closer to being launched
by Lije Martin
Our biggest ‘Big Test’ to date
Over the years, we've shot episode after episode of The Big Test-some bigger than the others. Our latest one, however, is the biggest to date.In this latest comparo, we've done a full-on five-way featuring the compact-
It will officially debut at the Glorietta Palm Drive Activity Center
It's official, folks: After an initial appearance at the Philippine International Motor Show earlier this year, the new Nissan Kicks e-Power will finally make its local debut on August 28.The stage will be set at the Glorietta Palm Drive
by Billy Caluag
A little too late, or just in the nick of time?
The Nissan X-Trail has finally been electrified. It would've been such a good headline for a local news story had it arrived maybe just a few years earlier. But it's 2026, and it's only now that this SUV
Will you be picking one up?
Nissan Philippines has officially opened the reservation books for the new 2027 Nissan Kicks e-Power. With that, the Japanese carmaker has also shared some additional visuals and preliminary details.Full specifications for the Philippine-bound units, however, have yet to be
by Billy Caluag
Here’s something for customers and fans to look forward to
Nissan Philippines (NPI) is reinforcing its commitment to delivering expert care and quality service during the rainy season with its Change Oil Promo. The announcement coincides with the launch of Nissan Wear, the brand's official lifestyle merchandise collection.The promotion applies
by Lije Martin
The two previously worked together back in February for Nissan Festival
Nissan recently reunited with Filipino artist Quiccs Maiquez for another reimagining of the Japanese brand's models. This time, the renowned designer transformed Nissan's 2026 Philippine International Motor Show lineup in the image of his iconic TEQ63 art toys."Each vehicle
by Angelo Nieto
The differences run deeper than the styling
Nissan just launched an all-new Kicks in Japan earlier this week, but sharp-eyed readers will notice that this is the same one the American market got back in 2024. This launch for Nissan's home market coincides with the appearance
by Angelo Nieto
This marks the carmaker’s 44th dealership in the country
Nissan has officially opened its dealership in Santa Rosa, Laguna. Operated by SynergyAuto Ventures Corporation (SVC), Nissan Sta. Rosa marks the automaker's 44th dealership in the country and SVC's sixth Nissan dealership under its network.The new establishment was built
by Lije Martin
And we don’t mean e-Power
Nissan Philippines has revitalized two classic nameplates at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show. On the left side of its stage stands the all-new Primera midsize sedan, while an entirely different Navara pickup can be found on the other end.The
It joins the brand’s hefty new lineup
After unveiling the all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power in Thailand during the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show, the series hybrid finally makes its way to the Philippines for a preview. It inches closer to being available for consumers, along with the
by Lije Martin
Nissan Philippines has finally launched the X-Trail
After years of speculation, Nissan Philippines has finally brought back the X-Trail. The crossover made its formal return at the 10th Philippine International Motor Show, debuting with a hybrid e-Power system and a P2.29 million price tag.That single
by Billy Caluag
An HEV, PHEV, and BEV—Nissan has a bet for each one
Nissan Philippines made a bold announcement today confirming its lineup of models on display at the upcoming 2026 Philippine International Motor Show. In a manga-inspired key visual, the four models will be the X-Trail e-Power, the Kicks e-Power,
by Angelo Nieto
The revived nameplate could be the local name for the Chinese N7
A new Nissan model has been discovered on the Department of Energy's list of recognized electric vehicles, going by the name of Primera. The revival of the large sedan's nameplate is intriguing enough, but the story runs deeper as it'
by Angelo Nieto
Jetour is the top PHEV brand while Toyota dominates HEV sales
The first quarter of the year has concluded, and after a busy first three months, the numbers from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) are out. There are more than a few things to point out for this Q1
The fully electric crossover has just been unveiled to the world
Yes, the NX8 is yet another product from the Dongfeng-Nissan partnership, but it might be the most important one to date-for the Philippines, at least. You see, fully electric crossovers seem to be having a moment in our country.Tesla
by Billy Caluag
The Philippines will still get three to four car launches per year
When Nissan Philippines (NPI) announced the sudden change in presidency, the question on our minds was, 'what will happen to the multiple car launches from 2026 to 2028?' Well, we now have an answer. But first, a little background on the situation.
by Lije Martin
The Department of Energy recently added it to the list of recognized EVs
The electrified Nissan X-Trail e-Power has just been added to the Department of Energy's list of recognized electric vehicles. This signals a prospective Philippine launch in the near future, but that's something we've been expecting for almost
by Billy Caluag
It's all-new and familiar at the same time
Not quite, this is the all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power for the ASEAN market. I specify ASEAN because Nissan also launched a new Kicks in 2024 for the American market, which is different. This one was launched in Thailand at the
by Lije Martin
