In 2021, Toyota revealed its concept car, the Toyota Compact Cruiser, as part of its preview of battery-electric future vehicle concepts. The new concept car indicates the brand’s interest in creating a new Mini SUV for the global market. In mid-August, the Japanese automaker applied for a trademark for the name “Land Hopper” in Japan, indicating that it could be the new name of the small crossover. The name trademarking also coincided with the launch of the all-new Toyota Land Cruiser, indicati

Disclosure: The Covenant Car Company, Inc., the official importer and distributor of Chevrolet in the Philippines, kindly lent me a 2024 Chevrolet Trax Redline for seven days. It arrived with a full tank of fuel and loaded RFID cards. AutoFun Philippines paid for a carwash. When we watch a movie, we generally view it on its own. We soak in a new storyline, discover more about the characters, and (perhaps subconsciously) absorb the power of the scoring and cinematography. But things get a bit tri

Electrification has taken over the Philippines in many ways. There are battery-electric vehicles that offer near-silent, zero-emission mobility, along with truly stunning performance. And for those who don’t want to join the electric revolution quite yet, there are the mild hybrids. These pertain to cars with regular internal combustion engines that have small battery packs to assist with vehicle functions. Unlike a full hybrid, a mild hybrid cannot operate on purely electric power alone. Chery

The 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer has made its debut in the United States, featuring an updated front and more standard technology. A total of three variants are available for the crossover, LS, LT Activ, and RS. The changes to the crossover SUV begin with its front, as it now boasts narrower, sharper headlights on the upper section of its massive grille. Aside from this, its lower lamps are now oval-shaped. It also comes with a trapezoidal opening on its lower grille. New colors are also available

Today is Christmas Day! We at AutoFun Philippines would first like to wish you all a great holiday season, whether you’re at home or out of town. This is, of course, the AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup – a compilation of the top stories that we published over the last week. And what better way to cozy up to the chilly weather than to warm yourself up with the five hottest stories from the past week? AAP Motorsports’ new sheriff We start off with one of the biggest names in Philippine motors

Ever wanted to own a brand-new luxury car, but you’re not keen on paying too much for a model that you plan to replace in a few years? Lexus Philippines may have something that would work for you. The Japanese carmaker announced in a December 2022 press statement that the Lexus IS and ES sedans, along with the NX and RX crossovers, can be leased through Toyota Financial Services' “KINTO One” program. A lease is a type of financing where a buyer pays a monthly fee over a set period, but the owner