Chery will use this framework as it expands into more markets
by Billy Caluag
Only 70 units will be produced, at roughly P190,000 each
Move over, Herman Miller and Haworth-Toyota is breaking into the high-end office furniture scene with its own offering: a desk chair modeled after the Toyota Crown's driver seat. Development was led by Toyota's automotive interiors subsidiary Toyota Boshoku,
by Angelo Nieto
This is massive
The 2026 Manila International Auto Show, coverage issues aside, was a big one. We're starting to feel the true shift in buyer preference, as hybrid and electrified models are now top-of-mind for consumers.With this, we now look towards
Along with a couple of cool colors, too
The Toyota Yaris Cross has gotten a refresh in Europe. For starters, the subcompact crossover dons a new grille, featuring a wider honeycomb pattern. Coupled with thicker headlights, it now wears a more expressive, bug-looking face.Personally, I prefer the previous (
by Billy Caluag
It will be built using the Isuzu Elf EV platform
Toyota and Isuzu are teaming up with their eyes set on electrifying commercial vehicles. But not just any electrification, as the two Japanese automotive manufacturers are collaborating to develop a light-duty fuel-cell electric truck-the first to be mass-produced
by Lije Martin
Straight cash payments come with a P120,000 discount on the hybrid sedan
Not to be outdone by its competitors rolling out promos on their electrified offerings this month, Toyota Motor Philippines is out with its own set of deals and discounts-a lot of them on the brand's popular hybrid models.Headlining the
Grab’s Eco-Drive initiative offers fuel savings and flexible daily installments
Expect to see more hybrid or fully electric Grab cars waiting at your pick-up points soon. Grab has launched its Eco-Drive Initiative, a coalition with financial institutions and automotive partners to give driver-partners fast and affordable access to EVs.
by Lije Martin
If you already have an AE86 unit, Tom’s will restore it for at least P4.98-M
Tom's has been cooking up an AE86 restoration project, and it is too cool not to share. The company's 'Heritage' division will be cranking out fully revived Toyota AE86 Corolla Levin models, which will then go on sale in Japan.
by Billy Caluag
T-OPT has already established itself in Thailand and Indonesia
T-OPT, an aftermarket brand for auto parts, has set up shop at the 2026 Manila International Auto Show, signaling its entry into the Philippine market. It has already established itself across Southeast Asia, offering its products to owners of aging Toyota
It features four iconic models from the Japanese carmaker
Retro car fans, ready your wallets. Uniqlo has just launched its Toyota UT collection to celebrate automotive history in a collaboration with the Japanese carmaker.The iconic models featured in the collection include the H10-generation Hiace delivery van, the E10-generation
by Lije Martin
Toyota is the third Japanese carmaker to usher US imports in recent times
Toyota has officially announced that it will be importing the American-made Tundra and Highlander to Japan later this year. With a new full-size pickup and three-row SUV on hand, Toyota said that it will aim to satisfy the diverse
by Billy Caluag
The new die-cast model toy drops on April 10
Attention all die-cast fans: Toyota, McDonald's, and Tomica are teaming up once again for a new Happy Meal toy campaign in Japan. This time, the spotlight is on the GR GT in its full GT3 getup.The Tomica model of
by Angelo Nieto
A “solid-gold high spot for one of the world’s most important car companies”
In May 2001, in a quiet corner of Toyota Motor Corporation's engineering department, the project head of a proposed sports car, Haruhiko Tanahashi, wrote the internal briefing document to explain his car's aims to the top management. So it had
by Paul Horrell
It has turned into a cult classic
Oh yes, this is a car that's steeped in narrative, some of which is fable. At the time of launch, it wasn't actually seen as very important, at least not in the UK.Some context. Back then, 1985, most of
by Paul Horrell
This bus skips the field trip to set some track times
In an unprecedented announcement, Toyota has revealed its latest, and perhaps wackiest creation: the GR Coaster. That's right, the 29-seater minibus now comes in a track-ready trim with upgraded specs for turning any field trip into a time attack
by Angelo Nieto
How would you customize this SUV?
The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ will be launched in our market sometime this year, but before that, it made its regional debut at the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS) last week. Over there, it will start at 1,269,000 Thai
How does Toyota’s new AWD hybrid compact SUV stack up against its rivals?
With the introduction of the all-new RAV4 in the local market, Toyota Motor Philippines finally joins Subaru and Honda in offering an all-wheel-drive hybrid compact SUV. For this high-riding electrified spec-sheet brawl, we'll be pitting the
This suggests the PH launch could be imminent
The all-electric Toyota Hilux inches closer to the Philippines as the Department of Energy has just added it to its list of recognized electric vehicles. The new pickup was confirmed for a local launch in January 2026, and since then, Toyota
by Billy Caluag
And what if we said bigger numbers are the bigger issue in modern performance?
The world appears to love the new Toyota GR GT. I love it, too-a front-engine, rear-drive, twin-turbocharged V8-powered supercar that channels the Lexus LFA and calls to mind the fabulous Mercedes-AMG SLS Black Series. As I
Let's do the math first before your impulse decides for you
Panic buying. Two weeks ago, I mentioned the possibility of replacing the wife's eight-and-a-half year old Toyota Fortuner with something newer and more fuel efficient. This idea came to mind at a time that we were about to
It follows the AAP’s initiative to suspend motorsport-related permits
In light of the ongoing fuel crisis caused by conflict in the Middle East, Toyota Motor Philippines has announced that it will be putting the 2026 Toyota GR Philippine Cup on hold until further notice. This follows the Automobile Association Philippines' initiative
by Lije Martin
