The New Metro Manila Luxury: Living Without a Car

In 2026, the definition of “status” in Metro Manila has shifted. It is no longer about the brand of car you drive, but how much time you don’t spend inside one. As fuel prices fluctuate and the “Big 3” business districts—Makati, BGC, and Ortigas—become increasingly congested, a new movement is taking root: the Car-Lite Lifestyle.  […]