The recent “Undas” week gave us all the chance to reflect not only about those who have left us, but also about our own lives. For those who stayed in Metro Manila, it has been a pleasant mix of clear roads, good weather and occasional rain showers. And for those who drove out of town, it was a chance to spend up to a week away from the hustle and bustle of city life. It really makes you wonder about what the Philippines would be like if economic development were spread all throughout the archip

The all-new 2024 Toyota Innova Zenix Hybrid is set to launch in the Philippines on June 22. It will be available in the country with a gasoline-powered model and the much-awaited hybrid variant. The new model brings a new TNGA-based monocoque chassis and new technology, such as a large 10.1-inch infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Toyota Safety Sense to make it the safest Innova yet. However, some prospective buyers still have mixed feelings about the upcoming h

The Internet has been set ablaze with the confirmation that Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) would return the Tamaraw nameplate to the country. The Japanese automaker has even been quoted saying that it is ready to invest ₱4.4 billion to bring it back. However, this got us wondering why a brand would invest so much money just to bring back a famous model for a specific market. Also read: Tamaraw nameplate to make PH comeback? Not just for the Philippines While the hype is great for a returning nam

It’s time for the AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup – our five hottest stories from last week. As 2023 rolled in, we brought you the latest on major events and the newest on cars and motorcycles. We also presented some great features on automotive trends and tech. Here are your top five from Jan. 2 to 6, 2023. Not just for looks AutoFun Philippines contributor Mark Policarpio studied mechanical engineering in college. And it certainly showed with his comprehensive discussion of body kits, whi

From panoramic moonroofs to spy shots – the hype ahead of the November 2022 launch of the all-new Toyota Innova is really building up. This time, it’s a leaked publicity photo that our friends from sister publication WapCar was able to report on. The photo comes from a Nov. 17, 2022 Instagram post that bares the all-new Innova (also known as the “Innova Hycross” or “Innova Zenix”). This photo includes the design details of the uncamouflaged Innova spy shots that we reported on last Nov. 10, 2022

As the average Filipino family grows, the need for a car that can fit them all grows as well. In the past, the minimum requirement was five - dad, mom, two kids, and maybe a grandparent or the househelp. Today, the average Filipino buyer needs to consider at least six seats when buying a vehicle - dad, mom, at least two kids, the nanny, and possibly both grandparents. Not only that but because of the modern family's versatility in income - possibly from both a steady job and a family business -