In line with the Philippines government's announcement of tax deduction on hybrids and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), Toyota Motor Philippines and Lexus Philippines have announced new prices for their Japanese-produced hybrid models. The passage of Executive Order 62 sees a drop in tariffs on hybrids and PHEVs made in countries not covered by a free trade agreement. In the case of Toyota and Lexus, only hybrid models imported from Japan are seeing price reductions as hybrid models like the Corolla Cro

CY Foong

Jul 22, 2024

At WapCar, we stand by a central belief: there's no such thing as a perfect car – only the perfect car for you. When you prioritize your needs and budget, the choice becomes crystal clear. Forget the marketing fluff and lifestyle mantras; it’s about finding what truly fits your requirements. Before its grand Malaysian launch, I had the privilege of driving the 2024 Honda CR-V 2.0L e:HEV RS in Thailand. From those initial impressions, it was undeniably evident that this was a class-defining vehic

Arvind

Jul 21, 2024

In anticipation of Kia’s first-ever proper pick-up truck, the Kia Tasman, the Korean carmaker has revealed a teaser for its upcoming documentary series. Called "One More Round", the series will provide an in-depth look at the rigorous development process behind the truck. The Kia Tasman has undergone more than 18,000 rounds of testing in locations around the world including the hostile terrain of the Australian wilderness where the pick-up gets its name. The first episode, scheduled for release

CY Foong

Jul 19, 2024

National carmaker Proton announces that the company is increasing production of the updated 2024 Proton X50, following the 'significant interest' the model has received – to the tune of 8,000 bookings within the first month since its debut in June. “We are pleased with the strong booking numbers in the first month, demonstrating the 2024 Proton X50's appeal. This reinforces our commitment to delivering value and quality to our customers,” said Roslan Abdullah, Chief Executive Officer, Proton Eda

Sanjay

Jul 19, 2024

The Jaecoo J7 is now officially launched in Malaysia with two variants: front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. Prices start from RM 138,800 for the 2WD variant and RM 148,800 for the AWD variant. Both variants are similarly equipped, the biggest difference being the drivetrain with multiple drive modes. The Jaecoo J7 is based on the Chery T1X platform, which is also used by the Chery Omoda 5. It is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine producing 197 PS and 290 Nm of torque. This

Shaun

Jul 19, 2024