Sam Burnett

Dec 7, 2024 | topgear.com.ph | Sam Burnett |Anton Andres

This is the new, second-generation MG ZS, now available in some markets exclusively in hybrid form. It’s a different model from the brand’s similarly named ZS EV, which is why it’s officially called the MG ZS Hybrid+. The previous model was exactly what you’d expect from a mid-2010s budget Chinese crossover. But the new version looks sharp, gets an upgraded interior, and has gotten into competitive shape. Come for the price, but stay because it’s surprisingly decent.

Sep 27, 2024 | topgear.com.ph | Sam Burnett |Anton Andres

Every new car is checked by the authorities to ensure it meets minimum rules in all sorts of areas, including crash safety. After that there’s Euro NCAP, putting cars through punishing tests to see what they’re made of. Programme manager Aled Williams has seen a few crashes in his time. Intentional ones, of course. First up is deciding which cars to smash. “We test as many as we can within our budgets,” explains Williams.

Jun 20, 2024 | msn.com | Sam Burnett

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Jun 7, 2024 | topgear.com.ph | Sam Burnett

There’s a growing safety scandal in Japan affecting millions of cars, and it has come to light following an investigation by government authorities. Carmakers including Toyota, Mazda, Honda, Suzuki, and Yamaha have admitted filing false safety reports. While most of the cars are discontinued models, Toyota and Mazda have been forced to halt sales of current cars involved.

Jun 4, 2024 | msn.com | Sam Burnett

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