Meet the fast times Team

INTRODUCING The Manila Times mobility section's dynamic editorial team, a group of passionate automotive enthusiasts with a wealth of expertise and a drive for excellence:

Mobility Editor – Anjo Perez: With close to three decades in automotive journalism, Anjo brings a keen eye for detail and a knack for storytelling to our team. His dedication to accuracy and innovation sets the standard for our mobility coverage.

Deputy Mobility Editor – Conrad Cariño: A seasoned automotive journalist, with a long-standing career that began at BusinessWorld in 1993. Over the years, he has played a pivotal role in test-driving cars for print media, witnessing the dynamic evolution of the Philippine car industry and the motoring lifestyle of Filipinos. Since joining Fast Times in 2015, Conrad has been instrumental in shaping the publication's coverage of mobility trends and developments. In addition to his expertise in mobility, Conrad has also contributed extensively to agricultural journalism.

Columnist – Ira Panganiban: Ira has been a journalist for 35 years. He began his career as a radio club reporter for DZBB GMA7 in 1989, covering all major beats in the news industry. In 1995, he transferred to ABS-CBN to serve as desk editor. During his time at ABS-CBN, he also worked as a sports anchor and executive producer for several current affairs shows. From 2013 onwards, he became part of Radyo Inquirer DZIQ and now hosts his radio program at DZRJ Radyo Bandido. Additionally, Ira holds the position of president and chief executive officer at AMVI, the publishing company behind Wheels magazine and Autocar magazine in the Philippines. He also contributes an opinion column to the Fast Times mobility section of The Manila Times.

Contributing Road-Travel Writer – Joseph Bautista: Joseph boasts nearly four decades of experience in the auto industry, where he left an indelible mark through his roles in production engineering, product development, and marketing. Following his retirement, he embarked on a new journey fueled by his passion for travel and photography, demonstrating that wanderlust knows no age limits. He enjoys traveling all over the country, going to remote destinations, and