Category: Events

Could the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 HEV GR Sport debut in PH?

Posted on 09/17/2026 by in TopGear

After debuting in the Philippines, the hybrid Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is set to launch in its home market of Japan on October 1, 2026. There, buyers will be able to choose between two variants: the ZX, which we get locally, and a spiffy GR Sport trim. Along with the two hybrid models, an ‘entry-level’ GX…

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The Mazda CX-80 PHEV AWD receives homologation from the DOE

Posted on 09/17/2026 by in TopGear

The Mazda CX-80 PHEV has recently appeared on the Department of Energy’s list of recognized EVs with homologation papers. The midsize crossover SUV is listed with two variants—Exclusive and Premium—both with all-wheel-drive configurations.  After Mazda Philippines’ recent launch of the CX-5 HEV, its self-charging hybrid, the company seems to be looking to enter the plug-in…

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Will this solve Manila City’s flooding problems?

Posted on 09/17/2026 by in TopGear

For as long as we can remember, Manila City has been rife with floods. Year in and year out, when the monsoon season begins, we’re all too familiar with how thoroughfares like Taft Avenue and España Boulevard can seemingly turn into gushing rivers overnight. That’s something that the government is looking to (partially) address with its new project…

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