Toyota bZ4X Touring

The first-ever Toyota bZ4X Touring is here, offering the same capabilities as the regular bZ4X but with the bigger boot space for more adventures.

2026 Toyota bZ4X Touring

2026 Toyota bZ4X Touring

Starting at 5,750,000 Japanese Yen plus additional costs, the first-ever Toyota bZ4X Touring may be more costly to own than its main rival, the MGS5-based MGS6, but in terms of quality, it stands out.

2026 Toyota bZ4X Touring

2026 Toyota bZ4X Touring interior

At first glance, the Touring variant resembles the recently facelifted bZ4X released last year. However, it features an extended wheelbase and a unique rear design to set it apart. The Touring variant is 140 mm longer and 20 mm taller, with overall dimensions of 4,830 mm in length and 1,670 mm in height. These changes increase the load compartment capacity by more than a third, adding an extra 148 liters for a total capacity of 600 liters. Sadly, like the normal bZ4X, no yoke. Boo...

The bZ4X Touring, like the standard model, features an upgraded electric powertrain with a 74.7 kWh lithium-ion battery (gross capacity). The front-wheel-drive version has a targeted maximum output of 224 PS, while the all-wheel-drive bZ4X Touring boasts an impressive 380 PS, making it the most powerful battery electric vehicle (BEV) offered by Toyota.

Asked about range, the front-wheel-drive model is good for 734km while the 4WD model with Subaru's X-MODE is good for 690km.

Despite its added boot space, the bZ4X Touring performs like a typical crossover for daily driving. It benefits from features like Rack and Pinion steering, front struts, rear double wishbones, and ventilated disc brakes. While it may not provide the exciting ride one might hope for, it remains pleasant to drive and feels quite conventional.

In terms of safety, the bZ4X Touring is equipped with a variety of safety features, including Pre-Crash Safety, a Blind Spot Monitor, and Advanced Parking Assistance, among others.

The bZ4X Touring is the newest member of the bZ4X series that offers the same capability as its shorter equivalent but with a bigger boot to store. This is the most capable bZ4X ever made for all walks of life, whether for business or leisure. Although more expensive than the MGS6, its high quality of Toyota-ism is what made this bZ4X Touring a standout.

Available Colors: Crystal White Pearl, Magnetite Grey Metallic, Crystal Black Silica, Crystal Black Silica x Brilliant Bronze Metallic, and Crystal Black Silica x Crystal White Pearl.

Photo: Toyota Motor Corporation

Daihatsu e-Hijet Cargo and e-Atrai

Daihatsu may be late to the EV market, but their first-ever e-Hijet Cargo and e-Atrai are proof that Daihatsu is embracing the trend of electrification.

2026 Daihatsu e-Hijet Cargo and 2026 Daihatsu e-Atrai

The business-friendly e-Hijet Cargo starts at 3,146,000 Yen, while the casual-oriented e-Atrai begins at 3,465,000 Yen, plus additional costs. Although both models are similar to the standard Atrai and Hijet kei vans that were introduced five years ago, they stand out due to their electric powertrains.

The e-Hijet Cargo and e-Atrai are equipped with Daihatsu's first-ever e-SMART ELECTRIC system. In this setup, the power supply unit and lithium-ion battery are positioned in the middle of the vehicle, while the e-axle powers the rear wheels. This system generates 47 kW of power, 126 Nm of torque, and provides a driving range of up to 257 km. Charging time is approximately 6 to 12 hours at home, or about 50 minutes at public fast-charging stations.

In terms of drivability, both the e-Atrai and e-Hijet Cargo offer a comfortable riding experience, even when carrying heavy luggage. They are notably quiet, stable, and provide a flat driving feel, enhancing overall comfort and reducing fatigue. Additionally, they come equipped with Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) capability, which can be useful during power outages.

Like their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts, the e-Hijet Cargo and e-Atrai feature Smart Assist, which includes 14 advanced active safety features to ensure safety on the road.

With the first-ever e-Hijet Cargo and e-Atrai, Daihatsu has joined the list of carmakers embracing the electrification route, although some say it's a little too late for this. Still, it's better late than never for Daihatsu to showcase to the Japanese public how these kei EV vans can be used for business and leisure. The more you know.

Photo: Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd.

Let's Do The News! (February 28, 2026)

                     

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- Former US President Bill Clinton testifies about late sexual offender Jeffrey Epstein as he denies involvement, saying "I did nothing wrong".

- Israel unleashed an attack against Iran as explosions were reported in Tehran.

- A 38-year-old male was charged with criminal damage after vandalizing the statue of Sir Winston Churchill in Parliament Square.

- Six planets recently aligned in the night sky, creating a planetary parade visible to sky-gazers worldwide.

- The recent Pokémon Presents presentation announced a variety of exciting updates to celebrate 30 years of Pokémon. Highlights include the introduction of new playable Pokémon in Pokémon UNITE, including Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres. Additionally, Pokémon Champions is set to be released on the Nintendo Switch in April 2026 and on smartphones this summer. Fans can also look forward to the debut of Mega Garchomp Z in Pokémon Legends Z-A. The presentation concluded with a teaser for next year's Pokémon games, titled Pokémon Waves/Winds.

- The Cadillac F1 Team announced the name of its F1 car as the MAC-26, named in honor of Mario Andretti.

- New WNBPA proposal offers concessions, according to reports.

- Former MLB pitcher Daniel Serafini was sentenced to life in prison for his 2021 murder.

- Famed singer Neil Sedaka passed away at 86.

TTFN.

SCREAM 7

Ghostface is back, and this time, fear comes home in the seventh installment of the SCREAM franchise.

SCREAM 7

Starring Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, Isabel May, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, and Anna Camp, SCREAM 7 marks a return to form for the franchise. In this long-awaited sequel, Ghostface's first victim, Sidney Prescott (played by Campbell), confronts her familiar foe in an attempt to finally end his reign of terror.

This installment brings back some of the original cast from the first SCREAM movie as they face off against a new Ghostface killer with sinister plans to target Sidney's daughter. The iconic SCREAM moments are brought to life in a way never seen before. For longtime fans of the franchise, this is the thrilling return they've been eagerly anticipating.

SCREAM 7 serves as both a requiem and a nightmare for SCREAM fans everywhere, returning to the scene of terror from the first film with intense moments that will make it the SCREAM movie to end all SCREAM movies. It's the must-watch horror movie of 2026, and nothing can prepare you for the full-frontal assault it delivers.

Welcome home.

BIOHAZARD requiem

In celebration of the BIOHAZARD (RESIDENT EVIL) series' 30th anniversary, the newest installment has arrived. All roads lead to where the nightmare began. This is BIOHAZARD requiem.

BIOHAZARD requiem (PS5)

BIOHAZARD (RESIDENT EVIL) requiem, unofficially known as BIOHAZARD (RESIDENT EVIL) 9: requiem, is the ninth chapter of the megahit survival horror franchise. In this newest installment, FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft's investigation into the recent bizarre murder case ended with her being abducted and becoming an experiment for Victor Gideon's evil plans. As Grace struggles to survive through Gideon's hellhole, veteran US government agent Leon S. Kennedy is dispatched to rescue her. As their fates collide, all roads will lead to the scene of the disaster three decades ago: Raccoon City.

BIOHAZARD: Requiem is a game in the BIOHAZARD series that offers players a choice between first-person and third-person views. The segments featuring Grace Ashcroft primarily emphasize classic survival horror mechanics, focusing mainly on puzzle-solving. In contrast, Leon Kennedy's segments are action-oriented, providing players with an exciting survival horror experience. These gameplay mechanics are broadly similar to those found in Biohazard Revelations 2, released a few years ago.

A Requiem game wouldn’t be a true BIOHAZARD (RESIDENT EVIL) experience without swarms of monsters impeding your progress. From the return of zombies to terrifying creatures eager to attack, players must stay vigilant. And let’s not forget the intense boss battles that add to the challenge.

From enduring Gideon's hellhole to returning to Raccoon City in search of the truth, "Requiem" serves as a fitting tribute to the BIOHAZARD (RESIDENT EVIL) franchise. Fans have experienced fear since the first game launched in 1996, and with the latest installment, three decades of Capcom's iconic survival horror franchise have culminated in this moment. 

This is the most frightening way to celebrate three decades of the BIOHAZARD (RESIDENT EVIL) series. Ready to head back to the roots of all evil?

Let's Do The News! (February 27, 2026)

                    

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- Mayon Volcano continues to spew lava-collapse pyroclastic density.

- Senate President pro-tempore Ping Lacson has begun the evaluation and verification of 18 former military personnel who came forward and admitted to delivering embezzled money to several high-ranking government officials on the orders of their former boss, former Cong. Zaldy Co. According to Lacson, even before Senator Imee Marcos filed a resolution to investigate the money delivery scheme of the 18 former military personnel, he had already conducted a preliminary verification of the soldiers.

- Pag-IBIG Fund investment income jumps nearly 50% to 0.43 billion pesos in 2025, while its assets hit 1.23 trillion pesos.

- The DFA warns unauthorized passport stamps will make the passport invalid.

- The Malacañang confirmed that the Land Transportation Office (LTO) is conducting an investigation regarding the incident on NLEX allegedly involving the convoy of Bulacan Governor Daniel Fernando.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appointed Undersecretary Juan Miguel Cuna as Acting Secretary of the DENR, replacing Sec. Raphael Lotilla.

- Former US First Lady Hillary Clinton will testify if she "had no idea" of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes as she demands that US President Donald Trump be questioned under oath.

- In case you missed it: US President Donald Trump will deliver his State of the Union address this Tuesday, March 3. It is expected that President Trump will highlight topics including Venezuela, Greenland, the FIFA World Cup, and America’s 250th anniversary, among others.

- At least one American citizen was killed and another hurt in the Cuba speedboat shooting, according to a US official.

- The Green Party takes Gorton and Denton from Labour in their first-ever Westminster by-election win.

- The racing video game Rennsport is offering its "double the content, half the price" to stave off its disastrous launch last year.

- Netflix will broadcast this year’s Canadian Grand Prix as a result of a partnership that will also include Apple TV carrying the latest season of the Formula 1 docuseries "Drive to Survive."

- Ferrari unveiled its 2026 WEC season livery for the Le Mans-winning 499P.

- Conor Benn will fight against Regis Prograis in the undercard fight of the Fury-Mahmudov match this April 11.

- Michelle Dee mulls seeking an Interpol red notice against Xian Gaza.

- Actress Andi Eigenmann warns netizens about a scammer using her name.

TTFN.

Let's Do The News! (February 26, 2026)

                   

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- The Malacañang says they're not bothering the Chamber vote on the impeachment of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte.

- Six were hurt from an LPG explosion at Barangay North Bay Boulevard South, Dagat-dagatan, Navotas City.

- The confirmation of charges hearing against former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte at the Pre-Trial Chamber I of the ICC has reached its third day.

- The Armed Forces of the Philippines welcomed the decision to open up a church and other infrastructures at Pag-asa Island.

- The state of Jersey approved an assisted dying law, which could come into effect this early summer.

- Four people who entered Cuban waters on a US-registered speedboat were shot dead by Cuban border guards.

- NASCAR announced a revised All-Star Race format, happening at Dover Motor Speedway this May 17th.

- Onegai AiPri, the newest AiPri TV series, will premiere on TV Tokyo this April 5, 2026, at 0930 JST.

- The World Aquatics announced the cancellation of the Mexico leg of this year's Diving World Cup, originally taking place next week, due to ongoing clashes.

- Actor Pepito Rodriguez passed away at 83.

TTFN.