Mobility

BYD opens reservations for Atto 2 and refreshed Seal 5

More electrified choices are coming to BYD’s Philippine lineup. Reservations are now open for the all-new BYD Atto 2 and refreshed BYD Seal 5 ahead of their July 28 launch. Buyers will be able to choose from fully electric and DM-i variants across the two models.

Shell Triple 10 concept car explores faster charging with a smaller EV battery

Could better thermal management help electric vehicles charge faster without relying on ever-larger batteries? Shell’s Triple 10 Challenge concept car uses immersive cooling to target three goals: a sub-10-minute charge, 10km/kWh efficiency, and an estimated lifecycle footprint of around 10 tonnes of CO2e.

Yamaha Day 2026 highlights teamwork and collective action

Yamaha Motor Philippines marked Yamaha Day 2026 at its LIMA headquarters through employee activities built around the theme “Own the Moment, Take Action.” The program used the Japanese ekiden relay tradition as a symbol of teamwork, continuity, and shared responsibility across the company.

GAC Philippines formalizes CAMPI membership

GAC Philippines now has a seat at one of the local automotive industry’s key tables. Its new CAMPI membership follows a major reorganization that brought GAC MOTOR, AION, and HYPTEC together under the ONE GAC strategy. Beyond strengthening the company’s Philippine operations, the move gives GAC a direct channel for collaborating on policies and standards that could shape the country’s automotive sector.

DENZA Z electric supercar debuts with 1,604PS and nine-minute charging

The DENZA Z combines 1,604PS, three electric motors, and a claimed nine-minute fast-charging time in a four-seat supercar. Unveiled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the new flagship will be offered in Coupe, Spider, and track-focused Racing versions, while an even more powerful Special Edition is being developed for Nürburgring lap attempts.

BAIC B40e Trailmaster rEV brings overseas segment lead to Philippine showrooms

The BAIC B40e Trailmaster rEV is now available at BAIC dealerships across the Philippines after its overseas counterpart, the Beijing Off-Road BJ40e REEV, led its home market’s new-energy hardcore off-road SUV segment for three consecutive months. The range-extended electric SUV combines an electrified powertrain with all-terrain capability for daily driving and outdoor use.

Suzuki Burgman 15 brings intelligent luxury to Filipino riders

Suzuki has officially entered the premium 150cc scooter segment. The new Burgman 15 combines refined styling, advanced safety features, smart technology, and everyday practicality in a package built for modern commuters. Here’s what makes Suzuki’s newest maxi scooter one of the most feature-packed launches of the year.

Xiaomi introduces SkyNomad, a new intelligent SUV built around flexible living space

Xiaomi EV has unveiled SkyNomad, its second electric vehicle series designed around flexible interior space rather than traditional SUV dimensions. Built on the new Kunlun Architecture, the intelligent, reconfigurable SUV is designed to adapt to commuting, family travel, work, and leisure while expanding Xiaomi’s growing EV portfolio.

Hyundai launches the new STARIA Hybrid with Bluelink and hybrid power from PHP1.999M

Hyundai’s flagship people mover just got a major upgrade. The new STARIA Hybrid combines impressive fuel efficiency, Hyundai’s Bluelink connected car technology, premium cabin features, and advanced safety into a family-friendly hybrid starting at under PHP2 million.