Power Wheels Magazine A Notch Above

TMP Foundation, the social and humanitarian arm of Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) celebrated its 35th Anniversary with the launch of their health care initiative and the introduction of their fifth advocacy pillar. Since 1990, the foundation has carried out the carmaker’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities and initiatives through its four established pillars of Community, Education, Environment, and Health. ...

BYD is short for BYD Auto Company, Ltd. of China, a car brand that manufactures battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), which are now collectively known as New Energy Vehicles (NEVs). BYD is also the abbreviation of the phrase “Build Your Dreams”, which is the foundation of the car brand’s visual identity. From 2020 to 2024, BYD ...

At Market! Market! on July 11, 2025, Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) launched their latest motorcycle that’s designed to break norms, turn heads and cruise through life with confidence. Before unveiling the new Honda model, the questions, “WANNAVi Classic?”, “WANNAVi Free?”, “WANNAVi Bold?”, and “WANNAVi Cool?” were repeatedly asked around the venue. Of course, the attending motorcycle media, content creators, accessory ...

To showcase the advanced technology, driving capabilities and standout features of the New GWM Cannon midsize pickup truck, GWM Philippines held a dynamic test drive event at the R33 Drift Track in San Simon, Pampanga on July 10, 2025. Participating motoring media and content creators were able to experience the Cannon under various simulated real-world driving conditions, which were designed ...

Launched in 1958, Hongqi, which means “red flag” in Chinese, is the oldest automotive brand in China. The original Hongqi cars were luxury vehicles that were reserved for the use of foreign dignitaries, high-ranking government officials, and the ruling party elite. Their very first model was the Hongqi CA72, a full-sized sedan based on a 1955 Chrysler and equipped with ...

The next generation MG ZS compact SUV was unveiled on July 3, 2025 by MG Motor Philippines, the official MG distributor in the country. The all-new ZS “steps up” in style, space and technology as it embodies MG’s new global design identity, incorporating the signature “Connected Hunter Eyes” LED headlamps, aggressive fascia and sculpted body. MG claims that every detail ...

Ford Philippines is bringing back its much-anticipated Ford Truck Month this July, where customers can enjoy a wide array of special deals on the Ford Ranger midsize pick-up truck, including all-in low downpayment offers, low monthly fees, cash discounts, and free service offers. On top of these deals, customers can also take advantage of a “No Price Increase” offer across most ...

The Filipino’s love affair with sport utility vehicles (SUVs) actually and truly started when Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) launched their Mitsubishi Pajero 5-door high-roof wagon more around 40 years ago. It was the middle of the “go-go” 1980s when businesses were making a fortune and large vehicles were the ultimate status symbol. Movie stars, celebrities, and popular athletes, such ...

A short history of the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) and its ambitious and exciting plans for the future. On August 1, 2009, Nissan unveiled the LEAF as the first mass market zero-emission electric vehicle (EV) in the world. Nissan chose the model name “LEAF” as a backronym that means “Leading Environment-friendly Affordable Family car”. By sheer coincidence, ...

IRS Eastern, Inc., the leading truck and trailer refrigeration company in the Philippines and the exclusive distributor of Carrier truck refrigeration equipment, debuted the Carrier Pulsor 6 eCool new energy vehicle (NEV) refrigerated truck on June 17, 2025 at ballroom of the Park Inn by Radisson in the SM City North EDSA complex. Refrigerating a CIMC polyurethane insulated box mounted ...