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Mini goes for power with new Countryman JCW

The Kaeng Krachan Circuit is Thailand’s second-longest race track and is located in the country’s Phetchaburi province. It’s a favorite location for movie and advertising filming, but for one afternoon in October, it was the site of…

Conquering Luzon with the All-New Ford Everest

In 2015, Ford held the regional launch of the third generation of the Everest in Chiang Rai, Thailand. I was part of the Philippine delegation at that launch and can remember driving not just on paved roads,…

Taking The Ford Ranger to an ATV Ride

Adventure-seekers based in the city need not go far to get their adrenaline fix. If you look hard enough, there are services that offer an escape from the mundanity of everyday life that won’t require a flight,…

Grandia Grandeur

When it comes to utility vans, Filipinos sure do like their Hiace. Toyota’s bestselling commercial van is such a hit here in the Philippines that Toyota Motor Philippines President Satoru Suzuki made sure to highlight it in…

Experiencing the Nissan Patrol From the Back Seat

I love to drive. On long out-of-town trips, I'm almost always the one behind the wheel. But sometimes, I have to admit that it feels good to be a passenger. There's quite a bit of load off…

33 winners of the World Car Awards

The World Car Awards is one of the most prestigious honors any automobile manufacturer can hope to win. First handed out in 2005, the awards are selected by an international group of jurors now comprised of 85…

4 reasons why you should rent a car on your next overseas trip

Most of us from the Philippines who travel overseas rely primarily on public transportation to get around.…

Taming the beast: what’s it like to drive the Ford Expedition

As a full-size SUV, the Ford Expedition is H-U-G-E. I can imagine being a high-flying tycoon or a corporate bigshot, sliding into the second row seat and taking an extended snooze while stuck in rush hour traffic.…

Countryside drive with the BMW 1 Series 118i

Most people used to eating fastfood would no doubt appreciate an upgrade to a nice steak dinner at a fancy, fine dining restaurant.…

Toyota Road Trek 2018: A rush—in more ways than one

Few events in the local motoring calendar inspire as much excitement and anticipation as Toyota Road Trek.…