Our mothers probably had a big say in what we rode as children. Fathers can relate to the scenario of their dream car being shot down in favor of having the safest transportation for the entire family. Well, as the saying goes: “Mother knows best.”

But of course, we also end up knowing quite a lot about our mothers as we grow up and spend time with them. So, we asked our teammates about what rides they think their mothers would own given the choice.

A Harley. She doesn’t know much about bikes, but she loves the style. I think she secretly fantasizes about being one of the characters in Sons of Anarchy. Harleys aren’t fast, and that’s fine with her since she doesn’t like fast anyway. What she wants is an image that she could beat you up if she had to. That’s my mum. – Andy Leuterio

A Bentley Bentayga for my mom, because she always jokingly wishes she was the Queen of England whenever we look at photos of the royal family and the Queen. But obviously, she prefers tall-riding, comfortable and practical vehicles. – Botchi Santos

I helped my mom get a city bike when I last visited her in the UK. Ever since then, she has been excitedly telling me about the places she has reached and how she has managed to get her friends interested in cycling as well. – Hans Bosshard

A Toyota Camry before cancer, but a Toyota Hiace Super Grandia after cancer. Before my mom got cancer, she had always dreamed of owning a midsize car because of the luxurious feel. But when she got sick, she wanted a van because of the easy ingress-egress. We kinda got there. But she really wanted the Super Grandia because of the dual sliding doors and the coil-spring suspension. – Miggi Solidum

Even if she’s pretty happy with our current SUV, I can tell that she secretly wants to be shuttled around in a Toyota Alphard for the comfort and the practicality the minivan form factor delivers, especially for the other passengers because she always thinks of others before herself. Of course, I’d get her a Lexus LM if I could, but she’s the pragmatic type who prefers to be discreet and to blend in. – Sam Surla

Nanay has always wanted a Toyota Hiace Super Grandia Elite. Because she wants us all together in one vehicle during road trips. – Red Santiago

My late mother wasn’t exactly crazy about cars, but she did like to travel comfortably with a dash of subtle elegance. She also was never known to travel lightly. Mom would basically bring everything but the kitchen sink. Of course, she always appreciates uninterrupted, hassle-free journeys, hence her vehicle should have solid reliability as well. That said, if she were alive today, I think the Toyota Hiace Super Grandia Elite in White Pearl finish would be her ideal ride. It wouldn’t end there, though. To ensure her contentment, this burly ride would have to undergo the Atoy Customs makeover on the inside. I would add a bed, a mini restroom, a vanity dresser, and a pantry complete with a small fridge to get mom’s stamp of approval. I could imagine the sweet smile on her face after I open the power sliding door to welcome her aboard. – Manskee Nascimento

Suzuki Vitara because we have a ’99 model. To this day, it has never given us any major problems and is easy to live with. Upgrading to the newest model would bring my mom satisfaction and familiarity. – Jason Dela Cruz