Paulo Papa

Paulo Papa

paulo.papa@carmudi.com.ph

Fueled by his passion for cars and a good dose of caffeine, Paulo loves taking his readers for an exciting spin with his writing. A self proclaimed nerd, epigrammatic writer, and a doting father. 

Sportage returns to Kia PH stable
Sportage returns to Kia PH stable

MANILA: The Sportage nameplate has been around for three decades, and after a short hiatus from Kia Philippines’ stable, the...

Jul 24, 2026
Here are 3 reasons why motorcycle buyers should check out the VinFast Viper
Here are 3 reasons why motorcycle buyers should check out the VinFast Viper

MANILA: VinFast Philippines is rearing to unleash its motorcycle arm in the Philippines, and with its arrival comes an electric...

Jul 21, 2026
Toyota Motor PH starts selling Land Cruiser FJ
Toyota Motor PH starts selling Land Cruiser FJ

MANILA: Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has officially started the retail sales of the all-new Land Cruiser FJ.  Per the local...

Jul 21, 2026
Mitsubishi PH adds new variant to Xforce roster
Mitsubishi PH adds new variant to Xforce roster

MANILA: Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) has updated the Xforce, providing buyers with a new, more accessible variant.  Dubbed the...

Jun 26, 2026
Geely PH officially launches EX2
Geely PH officially launches EX2

MANILA: Geely Motor Philippines (GMP) officially launched the EX2 rear-wheel-drive electric hatchback at an event held at the Glorietta Palm...

Jun 24, 2026
Haval H7 further expands GWM PH SUV lineup
Haval H7 further expands GWM PH SUV lineup

MANILA: Great Wall Motor (GWM) Philippines officially launched the Haval H7 new-energy pickup truck, effectively expanding its sport utility vehicle...

Jun 16, 2026
Here’s what transpired at the 10th PIMS 
Here’s what transpired at the 10th PIMS 

MANILA: The 10th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) came to a successful conclusion with a strong turnout.  Thousands of visitors...

Jun 08, 2026
10th PIMS: 10 things to watch out for
10th PIMS: 10 things to watch out for

MANILA: The 10th edition of the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) is shaping up to be one of the biggest,...

May 25, 2026

New Cars By Body Type

  • Sedan
  • Pickup Trucks
  • SUV
  • MPV
  • Coupe
Pickup Trucks Cars
SUV Cars
MPV Cars
Coupe Cars
Deepal PH establishes first-ever showroom
Deepal PH establishes first-ever showroom

MANILA: Deepal Philippines, the smart electric vehicle (EV) brand under Changan Automobile, has opened its first showroom in the country....

May 21, 2026
New Corolla Altis variants make Toyota hybrid cars more accessible to Filipinos
New Corolla Altis variants make Toyota hybrid cars more accessible to Filipinos

MANILA: Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) added two new variants to the Corolla Altis roster, namely the E HEV (hybrid electric...

May 21, 2026

New Motorcycles By Body Type

  • Scooter
  • Cruiser
  • Dual Sport
  • Sport
  • Off Road
Scooter Motorcycles
Dual Sport Motorcycles
Sport Motorcycles
Off Road Motorcycles
GAC PH updates Aion V with new AEP 3.0 architecture
GAC PH updates Aion V with new AEP 3.0 architecture

MANILA: GAC Motor Philippines has updated the Aion V by outfitting it with the new Aion Electric Platform (AEP) 3.0....

May 13, 2026
2026 Auto Focus Multi-Brand Test Drive Festival kicks off today
2026 Auto Focus Multi-Brand Test Drive Festival kicks off today

MANILA: The 2026 Auto Focus Multi-Brand Test Drive Festival commences today, giving car buyers the opportunity to test drive various...

May 07, 2026

New Truck By Body Type

  • Box Body
  • Bus
  • Deck Body
  • Dump
  • Pickup
Dump Trucks
Pickup Trucks
Number coding scheme to be suspended tomorrow 
Number coding scheme to be suspended tomorrow 

MANILA: The number coding scheme will be suspended tomorrow.  According to the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), the agency will...

Apr 30, 2026
Denza PH launches B5, B8 SUVs
Denza PH launches B5, B8 SUVs

MANILA: Denza Philippines has launched two new off-road-ready sport utility vehicles (SUV) in the form of the B5 and B8....

Apr 23, 2026
All-new Honda Prelude officially goes on sale, priced at P3.498-M
All-new Honda Prelude officially goes on sale, priced at P3.498-M

MANILA: Honda Cars Philippines Incorporated (HCPI) has officially started the sale of the all-new Prelude, which has a price tag...

Apr 17, 2026
Cars of MIAS 2026
Cars of MIAS 2026

MANILA: The Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) 2026 has officially ended, and as the annual motoring event finally wrapped up...

Apr 16, 2026
Fuel prices spike further as Q1 2026 closes
Fuel prices spike further as Q1 2026 closes

MANILA: The price of petroleum products has spiked further as the initial quarter of 2026 closes.  Other stories: Toyota GR...

Mar 31, 2026
Toyota GR PH races currently ‘on hold’ due to fuel crisis
Toyota GR PH races currently ‘on hold’ due to fuel crisis

MANILA: The remaining races in the calendar of the 2026 Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup are put on hold as...

Mar 27, 2026
inDrive distributes P2.7-M worth of fuel vouchers to driver-partners
inDrive distributes P2.7-M worth of fuel vouchers to driver-partners

MANILA: inDrive has distributed P2.7 million worth of fuel vouchers to its drivers to help ease the burden of the...

Mar 23, 2026
Kanazawa to lead Nissan PH starting Apr. 1
Kanazawa to lead Nissan PH starting Apr. 1

MANILA: Nissan Philippines will have a new President in the form of Yoshinori Kanazawa, who will take the position on...

Mar 17, 2026

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