Power Wheels Magazine A Notch Above

As he spoke to thank the motoring media participants at end the two-day media drive, Norihide Takei, Director and General Manager of the Automobile Division of Suzuki Philippines Incorporated (SPH), emphasized the three important qualities of vehicles made by Suzuki. “First and foremost, Suzuki cars are compact, which makes them maneuverable, fun and easy to drive, especially around the Philippines. ...

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), the exclusive importer, assembler and distributor of Isuzu pickup trucks, SUVs, and commercial trucks in the country, held its traditional Presidency Turnover Ceremony at the Golden Ballroom of Okada Manila Hotel & Casino in Parañaque City on April 24, 2025. During the event, IPC officers and invited members of motoring press attended to bid a fond ...

In the electrifying realm of clean transportation, luxury automotive icon Hongqi, together with its exclusive Philippine distributor EVOxTerra, is confidently redefining all-electric vehicles with the arrival of its two new groundbreaking models into the Philippine market. The E-H7 and E-HS7 boldly showcase Hongqi’s mastery of sleek, minimalist design. This design language confidently signals Hongqi’s commitment to achieving the perfect harmony ...

Twenty-five years ago, I left my job as Customer Relations Head and National Sales Trainer of Nissan Motor Philippines (NMPI) to work as the Operations Manager of Brightpoint Philippines, the largest mobile phone distributor in the country. A few months into my new day job, I started moonlighting as a writer upon the invitation of a good friend, Manny delos ...

I don’t usually gush about electric vehicles (EVs). Sure, they are chockful of technology, are utterly efficient in converting electrical power into motion, and they operate quite silently. And perhaps, this is where my inner gearhead gets to argue with the engineer in me. After owning and driving muscle cars, sport sedans and SUVs with big V8 engines under their ...

When we first saw the 2025 JAC JS8 Pro after William Uy, the dealer principal of JAC Quezon Avenue, lent it to us for a test drive just a few days after the inauguration of their dealership, we couldn’t immediately tell which category it falls under. It looks like a midsize sport utility vehicle (SUV) but it would be unfair ...

The historic district of Binondo in Manila, which has the distinction of having the oldest Chinatown in the world, now holds another distinction: It is home to BYD Chinatown, the only car dealership of any brand located in that bustling district. Located at Juan Luna Street in front of the Plaza San Lorenzo Ruiz, the new car dealership, which is ...

BYD Cars Philippines, a subsidiary of AC Mobility, officially launched the all-new BYD Shark 6 DMO electrified pickup truck adding to the brand’s cutting-edge lineup of electric vehicles. The Shark 6 DMO, which is available in Advanced and Premium variants, promises to deliver a unique driving experience by combining power, efficiency, and versatility to meet the needs of adventure seekers ...

Suzuki Philippines Incorporated, the wholly-owned Japanese multinational manufacturer and distributor of motorcycles and scooters, and the distribution of compact vehicles and outboard motors, officially started their year-long 50th Anniversary celebration aptly during the start of the Chinese Lunar Calendar 2025. The Suzuki brand was actually introduced into the country in the 1950s when Suzuki motorcycles were distributed nationwide by Rufino ...

In a bold move to address the future of public transportation, the Automotive Body Manufacturing Association of the Philippines (ABMAP), led by its Executive Director Edgar Manuel, has strongly advocated for the continuation of the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP). This comes amid calls from some groups to suspend the program, which aims to replace the country’s aging jeepney ...