It will be manufactured alongside the Triton at Mitsubishi’s Thai plant
It’s powered by Isuzu’s famed RZ4E engine
The Isuzu D-Max has been one of the biggest mainstays of the automotive industry over the years. A few months back at the Philippine International Motor Show, the pickup got a subtle facelift to go along with a few interior updates.
Plus a minor facelift for the MU-X
Isuzu has refreshed its lineup in Thailand for the 2027 model year by introducing a new engine-the 2.2 Ddi Maxforce bi-turbo. As the name suggests, Isuzu has iterated on the original 2.2 Ddi Maxforce it introduced back in
by Angelo Nieto
Or does it merely wear the badge
Electrification has officially caught up with the revered Toyota Hilux. The nameplate has reached legendary status for its toughness, reliability, and unbreakable nature. It wouldn't be the subject of Top Gear's 'Killing a Toyota' challenge if it wasn't.What
by Lije Martin
Initial batches will be exported to Europe and Australia; no word on PH arrival
Toyota's plan to begin production of the hydrogen-powered Hilux in Thailand is gaining traction. As reported by Nikkei Asia, Toyota recently received approval for incentives related to its 1.49 billion Thai baht (almost P2.8 billion) investment to build
by Angelo Nieto
Is this the ultimate one-car-garage solution?
This is the Fiat Multiplay, a...play on the Italian company's classic Multipla nameplate that rolls up three different cars into one fun little concept. So, for about the size of a Volvo XC40 or a Nissan Leaf, you get an
by Vijay Pattni
The new name aligns with the brand’s global identity
Local car distributor UAAGI Auto Group has changed the name of Radar Auto Philippines to Riddara Auto Philippines. The rebrand aligns with Radar's global identity, where it's known as Riddara in export markets outside of China. For those who don'
by Lije Martin
A service campaign has been launched, and parts to fix the issue are on the way
BYD Cars Philippines and ACMobility have announced a service campaign for units of the BYD Shark 6, focusing on the pickup's spare tire assembly. A design flaw identified last month could cause the spare tire to detach while driving, posing a
by Angelo Nieto
We want this so bad
Ford has been cooking with the Ranger MS-RT. If this is your first time hearing of the variant, it's basically Ford's limited-edition street truck made in collaboration with specialist brand MS-RT (M-Sport Road Technology). It was
by Lije Martin
The rebadged pickup could enter Southeast Asian markets as early as 2028
Major Japanese newspaper Yomiuri Shimbun reports that Honda will soon begin sourcing units of the Mitsubishi Triton in a bid to fill a gap in its product lineup. The Honda-badged pickup truck could enter the Southeast Asian market as early as
by Angelo Nieto
This is just the warm-up
Remember when Top Gear tried to destroy a Toyota Hilux back in 2003? We submerged it in the sea, hit it repeatedly with a wrecking ball, rammed it through a shed, and dropped a caravan on it before ultimately setting it on
by Lije Martin
The iconic pickup that still conquers its competitors
The 9th-generation Toyota Hilux is not a radical evolution of the model. The simple drivetrain is essentially the same and sits on an updated version of the traditional ladder-frame IMV platform. The renowned heavy duty suspension was modified for a
Imagine folding down the rear of your Navara’s cabin to extend your bed length
What if the entire rear end of your pickup truck's cabin could fold away to extend your bed length? That's the premise of a patent that Nissan recently filed in the United States, as first reported by CarBuzz.As seen
by Angelo Nieto
Should MG bring this to the Philippines?
The MG U9 EV has officially landed in Australia, and it's going to be a trial by fire. In the land of the utes, MG's fully electric pickup does not shy away from its lifestyle branding, as it offers "everyday
by Billy Caluag
The turbodiesel V6 Ranger is here
Ford Philippines recently launched updated versions of the Ranger. The main highlight? A 3.0-liter turbocharged diesel-powered V6. This engine made it into the new Wildtrak and Wildtrak-X variants, with the latter positioned near the top of the lineup
by Lije Martin
See it transform into a food truck, a commercial van, a DJ booth, and more
This coming weekend, the Toyota Tamaraw will be present at several events to showcase a variety of its use cases. The Asian Food Expo (AFEX) and Philippine Building Construction Expo (PHILBEX) Cebu trade shows will both feature the Tamaraw in its traditional
by Angelo Nieto
Now featuring two different flavors of V6 through the Wildtrak and Raptor
Ford's best-selling truck just got a refresh, and fans ought to take note. The Wildtrak and Wildtrak-X variants have returned after a brief hiatus to reinforce the Ford Ranger lineup. These will slot just below the Ranger Raptor, which
by Angelo Nieto
The Ranger Wildtrak also gets a V6 and stickers for P2.469-M
Ford Philippines has officially launched a new Ranger variant. The new Wildtrak-X comes with a 4x4 drivetrain and a V6 turbodiesel engine, and is the current top-spec variant below the Raptor, with a standard retail price of P2,609,000.
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
Down from its original P1.43 million SRP
Diesel vehicles have been hit hard by the global fuel crisis. As pump prices remain volatile, more and more people are looking towards gasoline and hybrid options for their new car purchases. However, for those in the market for a proper workhorse,
The project was made in collaboration with Deakin University
As you may know, fire trucks are designed to transport firefighters, water, and specialized equipment to put out fires, rescue people, and provide medical help. In a busy city, however, their size can be a problem, often moving slower than desired when
by Lije Martin
