Here’s a proper look
We take a closer look at the now hybrid-only range
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has once again shaken up the subcompact crossover segment with the launch of the facelifted Toyota Corolla Cross. It's been just a few years since the hybrid's arrival, and it's already gotten a makeover.For
This thing looks pretty good
Been waiting for Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) to launch its new-look hybrid crossover? Wait no further, as the facelifted Toyota Corolla Cross has officially landed in our market.The updated Corolla Cross gets a front-fascia makeover, with less chrome, new
Now this is a hard one
A reader recently reached out to us to ask for car-shopping advice. Kel Mojica, a seafarer, says he is torn between the Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLS Black Series 2WD AT and a Toyota Fortuner 2.8 Q 4x2 AT. Out of
It will be displayed at SM Aura from April 12 to 14
Have you been waiting for the facelifted 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross to be launched in the country? We can now confirm that it's local debut is happening this week, and in case you'll be in Taguig City on Friday, April
Not in the Philippines, and definitely not at Top Gear PH
One of our videos kinda went a little viral last week: the walkaround of the Toyota Tamaraw campervan we saw at the 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show.It was pretty cool knowing that there are already a lot of eyes on the
Toyota's got your back
From March 28 until 31, Toyota Motor Philippines, together with its select dealerships across the country is offering free emergency roadside assistance. Toyota's certified service advisors and technicians will be available to assist motorists from 8:00 am to 5:00
You’ll have to pay a 50% down payment, though
March flew by fast, and now we're almost at the end of the first quarter of the year (already, yes). Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), however, seems to be having a last-minute promo to end Q1.For the remainder of March,
It’s expected to get an all-hybrid lineup for 2024
It looks like it's not just the all-new Tamaraw that Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is prepping for as of late. A source has just shared with us that the carmaker is also gearing up for the launch of the facelifted
Toyota could be axing select models to make way for its new workhorse
We've been hearing a lot about the all-new Toyota Tamaraw over the past couple of weeks since these sightings were posted. Just a few days ago, we received word on possible engine options for the next-generation utility vehicle. Now,
Interesting...
The next-generation Tamaraw has gotten the rumor mill going since it was spotted on Philippine soil earlier this week. Now, we've just received word from a trusted source about more of Toyota's plans for its upcoming new model.There
Straight from the factory, too
We don't get to talk about ambulances and patient transport vehicles (PTVs) that much on Top Gear Philippines. Then again, maybe we should give more attention to these hardworking vehicles. After all, the jobs that these vehicles do are extremely vital
by Anton Andres
Is a launch coming soon?
Back in August 2023, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) during its 35th anniversary celebration made a huge announcement: that the all-new Tamaraw would not only be sold in the Philippines but also be assembled here.Shortly thereafter, the Toyota Hilux Champ made
The mid-spec model gets its big brother's look
The current generation Toyota Hilux isn't exactly the youngest pickup in the market today. It made its world premiere in 2015 with successive facelifts and technical updates over the last nine years.Despite its age, the Hilux is still a strong
by Anton Andres
It's no penalty box anymore
The old Toyota Wigo can best be described as, well, transport. It won't wow you in any way, and quite frankly, was way too long in the tooth before the all-new model arrived in 2023. Yes, it was cheap, but
by Anton Andres
Some sweet deals going on here
Toyota is a brand that doesn't run out of customers, but that doesn't stop them from making ways to make buying one easier. This February, the country's biggest automaker launches the Find Your Perfect Match promo to sweeten the
We test two of the market’s biggest hybrids
Leandre: These days, hybrids are starting to become all the rage. Thanks to Toyota, specifically, there's now an electrified offering for almost every popular segment in the market.The carmaker isn't going unrivaled in this regard, however, especially with the
by Anton Andres
and Leandre Grecia
Interesting choices here
A reader (who wishes to remain anonymous) recently sent me a message on Facebook, and he had a rather interesting inquiry about his upcoming purchase. Here's how it goes: "Hi Leandre, just checking your input. We're considering buying a hybrid
Hybrid for the masses
As the biggest automotive manufacturer in the world, Toyota sells everything, everywhere, all at once. Which can be a challenging task. Between chasing new markets and funding fuel cell, lithium and solid state battery research, the brand's resources are stretched thin.
by Niky Tamayo
We all know which models did the heavy lifting
It was nine years ago when Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) first breached the 100,000 sales mark. Not even a decade later, that number has doubled. The exact figure is 200,031 units. You can almost feel the collective effort of TMP'
by Dinzo Tabamo
Says Toyota Motor Philippines
In case you haven't heard, Toyota is in a bit of a jam right now. Aside from the prior troubles with its affiliate, Daihatsu, there's also the matter of certification for some of its diesel engines.The engines involved in
