Even though Isuzu has long been renowned for its exemplary durability and reliability, some have never tried one. This was the case for the MIMAROPA Transport Cooperative, which took the plunge by getting 15 Isuzu NLR77 Class 3 public-utility vehicles (PUV) to serve commuters in the 60-km route from Calapan City to Pinamalayan in Oriental Mindoro. Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) announced in an October 2023 press statement that the cooperative officially received the modern PUVs at a ceremon

Disclosure: This article is part of a paid campaign by Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation. Mitsubishi is, arguably, as much a part of the fabric of Philippine motoring as the iconic jeepney. Since 1963, nameplates like Lancer, Galant, Celeste, Cimarron, Pajero and many more have become permanent entries in the Filipino driving vocabulary. And through all the country’s glories and crises, the Japanese carmaker has always stayed by the Filipino’s side, bringing functional and exciting mobil

Great Wall Motor (GWM) Philippines officially inaugurated its first dealership in the country, with plans to expand nationwide. The fledgling Chinese carmaker held a ceremony at its U.N. Avenue dealer in Manila on Aug. 3, 2023. This was nearly four months after the showroom had held its soft opening on April 2023. GWM Philippines marketing manager Tonette Lee told AutoFun Philippines in an interview at the sidelines of the event that it was imperative for the brand to have a presence in the coun

The all-new Toyota Zenix is now officially on sale in the Philippines and will be sold alongside the previous-generation Innova. This new multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) will come in two variants: the non-hybrid V and the hybrid Q. Given that the Innova G (₱1,657,000) and the Zenix V (₱1,670,000) cost around the same, is it more worthwhile to get a plush Innova or go for the base-model Zenix? We find out in this edition of Spec Showdown. Zenix more attractive The all-new Zenix may look like an evolu

The Kia Carnival is undoubtedly one of the nicest vans in the market. With generous accommodation for seven passengers in a sleeker, American-minivan-style package, the Carnival combines the Korean brand’s sharp design with a punchy turbodiesel engine. These, among other reasons, may be why the Carnival won in three categories at the 2022-2023 Auto Focus People’s and Media’s Choice Awards. Kia Philippines said in a January 2023 press statement that the premium minivan received awards for Best De

How do you have fun? Some people take time off work to go to a peaceful beach and lay under the sun. That sounds relaxing. On the other hand, other people relax under the melody of their favorite songs. But others spend their time having fun outdoors on off-road adventures. Whichever kind of fun you want among these three, the Nissan Navara covers them. This high-performance pickup promises nothing but a comfortable off-road experience. The word of mouth you hear about the incredible comfort the