The next-generation Ford Ranger Raptor has been in the market for some time in other countries, packing some serious punch. We have reported extensively on the whopping twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter, twin-cam, 24-valve V6 gasoline engine that the new flagship Ranger pick-up uses. It produces a sensational 397 PS and 583 Nm of torque, some 177 PS and 83 Nm more than the old model. However, some markets wanted to have a diesel option, including Thailand. That’s why the Ranger Raptor unveiled at the

It’s the first Sunday of February – and yes, even I’m still in shock about how fast time flies. As before, it’s time for your weekly dose of the AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup. We reviewed the stories that you liked the most from Jan. 30 to Feb. 3, 2023. Here are the top five that you chose. 4-year waiting list AutoFun Philippines has reported extensively on the illicit behavior of local Honda Cars dealers related to the 2023 Honda Civic Type R. Some customers told us that “bidding wars” a

When we talk about pickup trucks, it is very unlikely for us not to have a picture of Ford pickup trucks in mind as the company is known for its off-road monster pickups. The Ford Raptor is one of the most popular in the class for the past few years because of its muscular build and beasty performance. In the Philippines, the Raptor is commonly seen as a customized pickup truck and brought as a part of the fashion statement of celebrities and car enthusiasts. Powertrain The 2022 Ford Raptor is a

Mazda always amazes me with their stunning exterior designs as I have also never seen a model of theirs that isn’t good-looking. I have asked myself before, “Is Mazda a luxury car?” as the brand was already registered as a pretty model in my head. Its car models are always sophisticated and elegant-looking as if they were for executives and celebrities. When I saw the BT-50 pickup truck, it was as good-looking as its other sibling sedan models. I wondered if it can perform beastly like its compe

A paragon of durability and uncompromising performance, the Toyota Hilux is the only pickup truck offered by Toyota in the country that had savored phenomenal sales every successive year. Proof of fact just last year (2021), according to one reputable US-based motoring review, Toyota has shifted a jaw-dropping 47,480 Hilux units in Europe alone. Enough horsepower that would cause quite a stir in the foreign car market scene. Meanwhile, Toyota Motors Philippines (TMP) has made progressive updates

Current era Mercedes-Benz A-Class Vehicle to be the primary and the final, deals to proceed until circa 2025 / 2026 A-Class hatchback, B-Class, and CLA to be dropped too Mercedes-Benz is reorganizing its item portfolio, less accentuation on deals volume, more on benefit Mercedes-Benz will be cutting its compact cars range - once credited for rejuvenating the brand by appealing to younger buyers - to focus on larger, higher profit margin models. The current generation A-Class hatchback (W177), A-