Category: Car Launch


Honda just made the Japan-spec HR-V more comfortable

Posted on 10/30/2026 by in TopGear

Honda has just given the HR-V a ‘minor’ update in its home market of Japan; however, these new improvements could provide major comfort for drivers and passengers. The HR-V, or Vezel as it is called in Honda’s home market, also underwent a slight facelift that cleaned up its general look. Starting inward, the HR-V now features…

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SEMA 2026: Toyota has turned the Land Cruiser into a snowmobile

Posted on 10/30/2026 by in TopGear

Toyota has turned the Land Cruiser into a snowmobile. Need we say more? Oh, you’re still here? Well, continue reading. SEMA 2026 is in full swing, and Toyota has unveiled its Snowchaser concept family. It comprises SUVs and ladder-frame vehicles modified for traveling over snow and other harsh winter terrain. The Land Cruiser 250 takes center…

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Inchcape PH’s post-Stellantis, Changan era will be led by Robert McAllister

Posted on 10/30/2026 by in TopGear

Earlier this week, Inchcape announced Robert McAllister as the new country head of Inchcape Philippines. The distributor currently represents Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar-Land Rover, and Harley-Davidson Motorcycles in the country. Alex Hammett, Inchcape managing director for South Asia and Pacific, said: “We are pleased to welcome Robert to Inchcape. His broad international experience across automotive distribution, OEM partnerships,…

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Hot gear: Samsung’s latest budget smartphone starts at just P9,990*

Posted on 10/30/2026 by in TopGear

Samsung is introducing two new contenders in the budget smartphone segment: the Galaxy A08 and the Galaxy A18. Both entry-level devices are powered by the Helio G99+ processor, which Samsung says delivers reliable performance for everyday tasks, especially with native support for multiple AI agents, including Gemini and Perplexity. Both phones are also IP64 water- and dust-resistant for peace of mind…

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