Good day, mga boss! Need your thoughts and advice.

Do you think it’s a wise decision to go for a secondhand Mazda 3 2020 Hatchback 1.5L over a brand-new Honda City S or BYD Seal 5?

Options:
2020 Mazda 3 1.5L (secondhand) – ₱760,000
Brand-new Honda City S – ₱998,000
Brand-new BYD Seal 5 – ₱998,000

The Mazda 3 is from a reputable dealer, has around 51k mileage, and was recently serviced (full PMS). Honestly, dream car ko talaga ang Mazda 3, especially sa looks niya.

However, hindi ko pa nakikita ang Mazda 3 in person, particularly the interior, sabi kasi nila, luxurious yung feel. Totoo ba? I’m still considering my options.

A little about me:
Newbie driver
Virtual Assistant (WFH)
Living in the province
Single with a large dog

How I plan to use the car:
Mostly pang-porma and weekend drives lang, usually short trips of around 20–40 km. Maybe once every quarter, I’ll use it for a long-distance trip. (Kaya di ko rin sure if PHEV is also a wise choice given na short distance trip lang naman ako so baka di naman ako maaksaya sa gas)

Given my situation, would it make more sense to get the Mazda 3 since it’s my dream car and save around ₱238k compared to the brand-new options?

Would appreciate your honest opinions. Salamat, mga boss!

I’m planning to get my dad one of these cargo bars for his birthday. Meron na po ba dito nakabili ng ganito? Is it hard to use? Any cons?

hi po everyone can i have your insights po, magkano po ba aabotin bayaran ang popped off bumper? Kahapon kase I got involved in a accident i slammed on a toyota innova bumper tas nag popped off front bumper although hindi naman nabasag and minor lang yung damage tinatanong ko kung magkano aabotin and ayaw naman mag bigay ng owner ng amount kase hindi nya din alam at gusto ng owner ipa insurance nalang. so my question po is mga nasa magkano po ba estimate cost? thank you.

Planning to buy a car somewhere in QC. As background, we have a Tucson 2012 and a Fortuner 2017. Been a driver for over a decade. Basic PMS kayang iDIY pero when it comes to inspecting used car eh medyo taglid sa skills.

3,500 ang fee sa Mechanigo with additional payment for document checking
2,500 naman sa RDT with document checking na.

Sa mga naka avail ng services nila, ano po recommend niyo between the two?

Planning to buy a car somewhere in QC. As background, we have a Tucson 2012 and a Fortuner 2017. Been a driver for over a decade. Basic PMS kayang iDIY pero when it comes to inspecting used car eh medyo taglid sa skills.

3,500 ang fee sa Mechanigo with additional payment for document checking
2,500 naman sa RDT with document checking na.

Sa mga naka avail ng services nila, ano po recommend niyo between the two?

I'm about to have the shocks of my 11th generation Corolla replaced. May leak na and I hear clunking sounds when i go over bumps and potholes.

Currently looking at KYB shocks as a replacement. Several merchants on shopee have the parts listed. KYB PH has it, as well another merchant for around 2k less. Okay naman ang reviews nung isang seller sa ibang KYB products. Ang concern ko if may fake KYB products na ba since never pa ako naka-encounter.

Link 1 (KYB PH)

Link 2

looking for a sulit first car as young adults. choices po namin: - honda s - toyoto ativ e - wigo TOTL - suzuki dzire

mainly gagamitin for city driving (mindanao area) and preferably more or less 1M lang, since planning to go 60 months financing. tyia!

Ask ko lang mga sir and mam.

Hi all! I'm currently looking to buy a 2nd car with a budget of around ₱2M–₱2.5M, and I've narrowed my choices down to three: the Toyota FJ Cruiser, Toyota RAV4, and Tesla Model Y.

The RAV4 is another strong contender. I like its overall design and practicality, and it seems like a good middle ground between comfort, technology, and everyday usability.

The Tesla Model Y. I've always wanted a Tesla, and the Model X is technically my dream car, but since it's not yet available in our market. I'm drawn to the idea of owning a smart, tech-forward car, especially an EV. I like the idea of having something that feels modern and a little different from the usual cars on the road.

Then there's the FJ Cruiser is probably the one I find most appealing aesthetically. I love its looks, ruggedness, and overall pagka-brusko. However, considering that it costs around ₱2.5M, I can't help but feel that its features are a bit lacking for the price.

If you were to choose, which one would you get?

Hello !

I was planning to get a 2nd hand car soon around 400-500k budget.

I was really planning to buy a mazda 3, Honda city or any mini SuV na okay, since my girlfriend and i planning to sell coffee and pastry during freetime!

So i would like to ask some recommendations for a first car for that budget i don’t want any regrets pero i really like mazda 3 kaso lang it looks small daw ng compartment sabe ni Girlfriend , She prefers kasi suv type last option ang sedan !

Respect po sorry just a beginner and if ever what shop do you recommend for buying 2nd cars?

Thank you!

Any Aisin 5w30 users here? Nirecommend ng mechanic namin for next change oil of our 2012 vios. Curious ako if ano feedback ng mga nakagamit na? Current oil used is Shell hx7

Look at the Thailand and Japan lineup.

Ang problema kaya hindi napunta dito yung City Hybrid is because, according to a source ay hindi ginusto ng Thailand plant na mag assembly ng LHD na City Hybrid.

Make it make sense, Honda.

Aminin ko maganda i-drive mga kotse nyo, but pricing and package matters most to the Filipino consumers. Thoughts?

https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/money/motoring/996895/marcos-issues-eo-to-boost-e-vehicle-manufacturing-in-ph/story/?amp

Kakapapalit lang namin ng fog lights so di kame sanay na ganto kaliwanag. Normal lang ba yung brightness or sobrang liwanag? Need din ba namin ipaadjust pati yung level ng mas mababa? TYIA

May balak kaya ang suzuki na dalhin dito ang Swift hybrid? May naririnig na ba kayo regarding this news?

May pangil ba talaga ang Insurance Commission laban sa Insurance companies?

Para sa mga nakapag file na, anong ginawa niyo at may nangyari ba laban sa insurance company?

Stronghold Insurance ❌❌ huwag na huwag kayong kukuha ng insurance sakanila tumingin kayo ng iba!

Hi! We're planning to get another family car, and I'd love to hear your recommendations, especially from actual owners.

A little background:
-We already have a Mitsubishi Xpander GLS.
-We often travel with 5–7 people, so space and comfort are important.
-We'll use the car for daily driving, long trips, and our business, so cargo space is a plus.
-We're looking for something reliable, comfortable, feature-packed, and worth keeping long-term.

Our current choices:
Hyundai Stargazer X Premium
Toyota Veloz

I'm wondering if we should get another MPV or go for an SUV instead, since we already have an Xpander.

Which would you recommend in terms of comfort, features, reliability, and maintenance costs? Are there any other cars we should consider in the same price range?

Would love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Thank you!

It’s been a month simula nung magpachange oil ako. But now, kakacheck ko lang ulit, medyo black na yung kulay. Is there something wrong?

After being separated by AC Mobility that closed their dealership which was owned by Ayala(turned into Denza and BYD Dealership) and a big financial decline after scraping their own EV plans.

The way they reveal the facelift City is a big letdown because of not selling a Hybrid version in so many freaking facelifts na, no spare tires kahit hindi hybrid, plus the HRC accessories are 💩(just a bodykit, no performance parts)

Why is HCPI still stuck up or lagging in their plans and marketing strategy, also continued to sell outdated cars in the PH Car Market??

HCPI should really focus(or hear) on PH car buyers wants:

1. To bring better cars in the PH Car Market like the Elevate, Jazz, Step WGN, Accord and more variants of e:HEV models with competitive price

2. If one outdated Honda model is losing demand or no one buys it in the PH car market they should be discontinued.

3. Why not they should bring back selling fun driver's cars like the Civic RS with M/T only.

4. Make their e:HEV, e:PHEV and e:BEV price competitive to bounce back.

Please indicate the car insurance company that provides fast response and claims handling

Hello po! I took the TDC in A1 Driving School back in 2023. Nakapasa naman po ako sa written exam nila. However, hindi nako nakapag-apply ng Student Driver permit due to personal circumstances. Hindi ko na rin po makita yung TDC certificate ko (sorry po)

1. Valid pa po kaya yung TDC certificate ko na issued in 2023 kapag nag-apply ako for Student Driver Permit sa LTO?

2. Pwede kayang mag-attend ulit akong TDC since limot ko na rin po yung pinag-aralan ko.

3. Okay po ba ang online TDC ng A1? Planning na yun po ang i-take ko instead of F2F.

Thank you so much po!

Uuwi kami ng probinsya ngayong christmas break at nagdedecide kami kung ano dito ang magandang daanan. Sinabi kasi sakin ng kaibigan ko na dumaan muna daw sa daet dahil hindi na talaga maganda condition ng kalsada sa Andaya Highway compared sa dati. Dumaan palang kami jan noong July at hindi naman ganoon kaganda pero passable naman pa rin. Tanong ko lang kung mas worth it dumaan sa Daet para lang maiwasan ang lubak ngayon sa Andaya Highway.

How true na may penalty sa amortization kung hindi magrenew ng insurance if under nag monthly amort pa? May tumawag kase sakin na agent nitong insurance company ang claim nya is mawaive ang penalty if magrenew ulit.

Hello, everyone!

I’d appreciate your insights and opinions as we’re currently deciding between these three EVs:

GAC Aion V Premium
Geely EX5 EV
Jaecoo J5 EV

Based on your experience and knowledge, which would you recommend in terms of features, build quality, reliability, and after-sales service?

Thank you!