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Author: Jacob Oliva

Jacob is the Managing Editor of Autocar Philippines, and is the person at the helm of its online operations. He has been in the auto industry for over a decade, with a byline appearing in multiple international publications, such as Autoblog, CarBuzz, and Motor1. He also has a column on Philstar Wheels, the motoring section of the Philippine Star.Beyond his professional career, Jacob's just a typical gearhead who takes his coffee quite seriously and enjoys cars, watches, and old music.

Toyota goes big at PIMS 2026: Land Cruiser FJ, Hilux, and LC300 HEV

Toyota goes big at PIMS 2026: Land Cruiser FJ, Hilux, and LC300 HEV

Jacob OlivaJune 4, 2026

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) made sure nobody missed their presence at the 10th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS). While most…

X-Trail e-Power leads Nissan’s charge at PIMS 2026

X-Trail e-Power leads Nissan’s charge at PIMS 2026

Jacob OlivaJune 4, 2026

The X-Trail takes center stage at Nissan’s PIMS booth, with the Frontier PHEV, Kicks e-Power, and Primera also making appearances.…

Suzuki e-Vitara debuts at PIMS 2026 with P2M price tag

Suzuki e-Vitara debuts at PIMS 2026 with P2M price tag

Jacob OlivaJune 4, 2026

Suzuki Philippines finally pulled the wraps off the all-new e-Vitara at PIMS 2026, marking its first fully electric production model…

Mitsubishi to introduce a new Xpander in the next 4 years

Mitsubishi to introduce a new Xpander in the next 4 years

Jacob OlivaJune 1, 2026June 1, 2026

The Mitsubishi Xpander is a staple for Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC), appealing to thousands of buyers who want something…

BREAKING: Mitsubishi Pajero officially returning later this year

BREAKING: Mitsubishi Pajero officially returning later this year

Jacob OlivaMay 29, 2026May 29, 2026

After months of trademark chatter, cryptic videos, unnamed flagship SUV teasers, and plenty of online guessing, Mitsubishi has finally made…

Nissan Terrano’s Philippine comeback not ruled out

Nissan Terrano’s Philippine comeback not ruled out

Jacob OlivaMay 21, 2026May 22, 2026

It’s been a long time since a new Nissan Terrano rolled onto Philippine roads. Back in the day, this rugged…

GAC’s Aion UT compact EV debuts with P998k intro price

GAC’s Aion UT compact EV debuts with P998k intro price

Jacob OlivaMay 21, 2026May 21, 2026

GAC Philippines has officially launched the new Aion UT, a compact electric hatchback built for city life and daily commutes.…

BMW bolsters its aftersales service with RSA Motors EDSA

BMW bolsters its aftersales service with RSA Motors EDSA

Jacob OlivaMay 20, 2026May 20, 2026

BMW Philippines just opened RSA Motors EDSA, a service-only facility right on one of the city’s busiest stretches. Planted along…

2026 Nissan Kicks e-Power First Impressions

2026 Nissan Kicks e-Power First Impressions

Jacob OlivaMarch 31, 2026April 6, 2026

Let’s clear this up first. Nissan calls this an all-new Kicks e-Power, but if you’ve been following the model locally,…

Surviving tough South Luzon roads with BYD DM-i plug-in hybrids

Surviving tough South Luzon roads with BYD DM-i plug-in hybrids

Jacob OlivaMarch 11, 2026March 11, 2026

There are road trips you remember for the scenery. Others stick in your mind because of the cars. And then…

Giti Tire officially relaunches in the Philippines under new distributor

Giti Tire officially relaunches in the Philippines under new distributor

Jacob OlivaMarch 2, 2026

Giti Tire has been around since 1951, starting out in Singapore and steadily building its presence worldwide. Today, it ranks…

Denza Z9 GT is coming to the Philippines—and soon

Denza Z9 GT is coming to the Philippines—and soon

Jacob OlivaFebruary 25, 2026

Denza Philippines is clearly eager to get moving with a massive event rollout this week. Ahead of the brand’s official…

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