2022 Toyota Raize Quick Review Philippines: Daily & Weekend Warrior

I had an afternoon with the all-new 2022 Toyota Raize, courtesy of Toyota Motor Philippines. This crossover is set to compete in a very sparse playing field here in our local market, but the brand isn’t pulling any punches when it comes to the model’s production. Keep in mind that the model kindly lent to […]

Dress Up Your 2022 Raize with Toyota Philippines Gazoo Racing Parts

Now that Toyota Motors Philippines has released their first subcompact SUV in the lineup with the Toyota Raize, fans of the brand have been flocking the new model. To make you stand out from the crowd, Toyota has introduced a variety of Gazoo Racing parts for you to choose from. With all the new Toyota […]

The myTOYOTA Wallet Can Now Be Used With The App

Many businesses nowadays are accepting contactless payment methods. It was inevitable, given the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic. What we didn’t expect is for Toyota to come up with an online e-wallet integrated into the all-new myTOYOTA app, given the old-school nature of mechanical industries in the Philippines. This online ecosystem co-developed with the Toyota […]

Toyota Philippines Previews the 2022 RAV4 Hybrid

Toyota Motors Philippines has confirmed the February release of the 2022 RAV4 Hybrid. Now, the Japanese automaker has revealed the official photos of the new model. Looking at the official photos, the 2022 RAV4 Hybrid now comes with new projector-type LED headlights and LED fog lights at the front. It also comes with new 10-spoke […]

2022 Toyota Raize Passes NCAP Test With Flying Colors

We already told you that bigger doesn’t mean safer when it comes to vehicle safety. This has been proven once again by the 2022 Toyota Raize subcompact SUV in the ASEAN NCAP crash test. ASEAN New Car Assessment Program or ASEAN NCAP is the official and recognized provider of safety ratings in South East Asia. […]

Car Sales Up in 2021, Toyota Gets 48% Market Share

According to a report, car sales in the Philippines rose 20 percent last year and nearly half of them are from Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP). Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) have been monitoring the vehicle market in the Philippines since 1995. In their latest report, there were […]

Toyota Motor Philippines To Bring In RAV4 Hybrid EV Next Month

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has confirmed that they will be shipping in the RAV4 Hybrid EV (Electric Vehicle) by February 2022. This will be the second hybrid crossover introduced in the country after the Corolla Cross. This addition brings the Toyota Hybrid EV lineup in the Philippines to 5 cars, including the Camry we were […]

Toyota Unveils The GRMN Yaris With Racing Team Support

If you’ve been around here long enough, then you’d know that we absolutely loved our experience with the local GR Yaris Circuit Pack. It was raw and turned like it was on rails. The feeling was comparable to the first time you sit in a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution or Subaru WRX STi in the early […]

2022 Toyota Raize Specs, Prices Leak Ahead of Launch

2022 Toyota Raize Specs, Prices Leak Ahead of Philippine Launch

Those in the market looking out for an affordable subcompact SUV that’s perfect for first time drivers or simply for a new daily are in for a treat. Toyota Motors Philippines will be releasing the 2022 Toyota Raize soon. Since September, exports of the left-hand drive versions of the model have been seen here and […]

Toyota Bets Big On EVs For The Future

Toyota Motor Corp. held an EV briefing on Tuesday where it announced 16 new Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) that will launch in the next few years, as well as the company’s plan of selling 3.5 million EVs a year starting in 2030. Just like most car manufacturers right now, Toyota is pushing for carbon neutrality. […]

We Drove The 2022 Toyota Camry Hybrid: First Impressions Philippines

First Impressions Verdict: The 2022 Toyota Camry Hybrid is a viable option if you’re looking to transition into a hybrid setup in the Philippines. It has all the comforts of the Toyota luxury models of old while incorporating modern technology. It’s a classy vehicle that you would enjoy either being driven around in or at […]

Five Things I Didn’t Expect Out Of The Toyota GR Yaris In The Philippines

The Toyota GR Yaris. It’s a modern-day homologation model rally car that has gained rave reviews from the very first day. Its charm comes from the fact that, unlike other rally vehicles, the GR Yaris shares almost nothing with the base Toyota Yaris. This is a machine developed purely to win races and everything second. […]