Category: TopGear

7-Eleven Japan is adding Tesla Superchargers to its stores

Posted on 07/14/2026 by in TopGear

Over in Japan, Tesla and 7-Eleven are partnering to install the American brand’s high-speed Superchargers to allow customers to top up their EVs in short bursts as they shop at their local konbini. The first of these charging stations was opened at a 7-Eleven branch in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture last week on July 11th (a.k.a. 7-Eleven day). The convenience chain shared…

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DOE, Toyota discuss multi-pathway approach to carbon neutrality

Posted on 07/14/2026 by in TopGear

In a recently held courtesy call, the Department of Energy and Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) discussed the role of low-carbon technology in relation to cleaner mobility and stronger energy security in the country. The meeting was led by DOE secretary Sharon Garin and TMP president Masando Hashimoto. On TMP’s part, Hashimoto highlighted Toyota’s steadily growing…

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LRT-2 commuters: You can now use cashless options to pay for your fare

Posted on 07/14/2026 by in TopGear

LRT-2 passengers can now use Mastercard- or Visa-branded debit and credit cards, NFC-enabled mobile or wearable devices, and other digital wallets to pay for their fare. The Department of Transportation announced that the LRT-2s cashless gates are now open, allowing passengers to save time by avoiding the lines at the service counters. The new cashless system was made…

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BYD claps back at Geely and Chery with a longer, more powerful Seagull

Posted on 07/14/2026 by in TopGear

Just months after a new Seagull debuted at Auto China 2026, BYD may be producing yet another iteration of its famed subcompact hatchback. However, this latest EV may not fall under that size category anymore. Documents from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology revealed that a longer Seagull could be in the pipeline for BYD….

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