Category: car reviews

The fully electric Mazda 6e is launching in more Southeast Asian markets

Posted on 08/24/2026 by in TopGear

The Mazda 6e has just made another local debut in Southeast Asia with an official release in Singapore. Following launches in Thailand and Indonesia, Singapore becomes the third country in the region to receive the fully electric midsize sedan. What can we expect if the Japanese manufacturer decides to bring it to our shores? The 6e is Mazda’s only…

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Nissan’s new ‘Family Strategy’ aims to produce five SUVs in two years

Posted on 08/24/2026 by in TopGear

Shortly after posting profitability, Nissan unveiled its latest recovery effort. According to Nikkei Asia, the brand will soon adopt a ‘Family Strategy’ that will optimize the development and production of new models. As the name suggests, the strategy will streamline development by grouping vehicles into families, within which technology and engineering are shared. Ultimately, this effort should speed up…

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The DOE’s incoming mandate will require building owners to provide EV charging stations

Posted on 08/24/2026 by in TopGear

As new electric vehicles continue to enter our market, charging infrastructure is starting to catch up. Aside from new chargers in malls and fuel stations, a recent update from the Department of Energy could require charging stations in condominiums and other private establishments as well.  According to Patrick Aquino, director of the DOE’s Energy Utilization Management Bureau,…

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ACMobility posts P57-M H1 loss despite strong BYD performance

Posted on 08/24/2026 by in TopGear

Despite being one of the big winners in the EV boom caused by soaring oil prices, ACMobility posted a P57 million loss in the first half of 2026. InsiderPH reports that this is in contrast with BYD’s continued surge in the local market. Demand for the Chinese brand’s electrified vehicles in 2026 increased ACMobility’s total vehicle sales by 25%…

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The new Nissan Kicks e-Power books an August 28 PH launch date

Posted on 08/24/2026 by in TopGear

It’s official, folks: After an initial appearance at the Philippine International Motor Show earlier this year, the new Nissan Kicks e-Power will finally make its local debut on August 28. The stage will be set at the Glorietta Palm Drive Activity Center in Makati City, with the show expected to kick off at 10am. Test…

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