The EV segment is heating up (not literally, we hope)
by Angelo Nieto
*That’s with a battery subscription
VinFast Philippines has expanded its lineup with the all-new VF MPV 7. As its name suggests, this fully electric offering is a multi-purpose vehicle, capable of seating seven passengers and accommodating up to 1,240 liters of cargo.Underneath the
by Billy Caluag
A handy list for EV users in QC
More and more Filipinos are considering switching to electric vehicles or hybrids to navigate the city. These cars are seen as a sustainable way to navigate the traffic-choked metro and as a practical solution amid fluctuating gas prices. Green public transport,
by Kara Santos
It’s not called the “pinnacle of Range Rover luxury” for nothing
Welcome to the summit of Mount Range Rover. At this heady height, you will find the Range Rover SV Ultra, a car its maker claims is no less than the "pinnacle of Range Rover luxury."It's the toppiest, highest-spec, ahem,
by Vijay Pattni
So should quattro be spelled QUATTRO?
Remember when Audi-sorry, AUDI-was shouting about its E5 SPORTBACK for China last year? Well, it's time to warm up those vocal cords again, because the caps-lock brand is back with the new AUDI E7X.As you can see,
by Greg Potts
It’s obviously a Polo, even if you peeled all the badges off
It's a Polo. Recognizably, even if you peeled off all the badges, a Polo. That's what's important about the new Volkswagen ID. Polo. This is an all-new electric supermini, but VW hasn't made it a streamlined future-
by Ollie Kew
The city BEV face-off
Vietnamese carmaker VinFast has swiftly climbed up the electrified ladder and is now a major player in the Philippine market. One of its most popular models is the VinFast VF5, its most affordable five-seater model in the country. For this spec-
This includes 14 EVs and 13 hybrids
Kia just announced its four-year roadmap at the 2026 CEO Investor Day in Seoul, South Korea. The carmaker laid out plans to expand its EV lineup to 14 vehicles and its HEV lineup to 13 models by 2030. In total, Kia
by Lije Martin
It has 225km of electric-only range and a combined range of 1,730km
The Geely Galaxy M7 has officially launched in China, and in just 12 hours, it already received over 10,000 orders. That might be partially due to the limited-time starting price of CNY109,800 (around P987k).The Galaxy M7 has four
by Lije Martin
And a LiDAR system, too
BYD unveiled the latest iteration of the subcompact Seagull at Auto China 2026. While the aesthetic changes are subtle, the Chinese carmaker has given its electric hatch a much bigger battery, and therefore, a much longer driving range.More specifically, the battery
by Billy Caluag
It’s just been given a facelift, and it looks gorgeous both inside and out
Hyundai Motor Philippines has built quite the impressive electrified lineup here in our market. It already has the EVs like the Ioniq 5, 6, and 9, and hybrids such as the Elantra, Kona, and Palisade. That said, with Filipino car buyers starting
This isn’t your typical minivan
In addition to unveiling the Sealion 08, Seal 08, and Atto 3, BYD has also showcased its Ocean-V concept car at Auto China 2026. The Ocean-V is an electric MPV with bold styling and a high ground clearance.Design-wise,
by Lije Martin
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
Based on the DOE papers, the electric sedan will have 494km of range
According to the Department of Energy's list of recognized EVs, the 2026 Lexus ES is confirmed to launch in the Philippines. Interestingly, it looks like the BEV version of the luxury sedan will arrive before the hybrid does.The newest-generation
by Lije Martin
Also known in China as ‘City Hunter’
Premium off-road SUVs have something of an identity crisis. While they're built to take on rough terrain on the trail, most of them will spend their liftimes cruising on tarmac in urban environments.Billed as a 'high-profile SUV,' BAIC'
by Angelo Nieto
Unused credits can be saved for your next charging session
ChargePlus, ACMobility's rebranded charging program, now offers credits with no expiry that EV owners can use to pay for charging sessions at ACMobility charging hubs. The program also includes tiered discounts and other benefits.The rebrand is based on ACMobility's
by Lije Martin
Driving electric in Makati? Save this for reference
More Filipinos are shifting to electric or hybrid vehicles for daily city driving. Even before the fuel crisis, electric vehicles recorded "significant traction," accounting for 6% of the total car sales in the first eight months of 2025. As reported by Inquirer,
by Kara Santos
That’s 150km more than the PH-spec Atto 3
The next-generation BYD Atto 3 has been unveiled at Auto China 2026. Now sporting a more executive look, the fully electric compact crossover has also been outfitted with a more efficient electric powertrain, which can deliver up to 630km in driving
by Billy Caluag
But can it command the attention of 4x4 buyers?
The BAIC B81 has been unveiled at Auto China 2026, and, as indicated by the 'B' in its name, it is yet another rugged electric SUV with road presence, suitable for everyday city driving yet capable* of off-road adventures-with an
These can recharge hundreds of kilometers of range in just a few minutes
We start with Mercedes' flagship limo, but in truth, we could have included any number of Audis, Porsches, Polestars, or Lotuses here-a charge speed of 350kW seems to be the going norm for premium manufacturers these days. The EQS takes it
The plug-in hybrid version, meanwhile, gets 400km of electric range
BYD has just unveiled the new Sealion 08 at Auto China 2026. The Sealion 08-not to be confused with the Sealion 8-is a flagship full-size SUV that's expected to come in both fully electric and plug-in hybrid
by Lije Martin
