The weather seems to have improved this week! All that smog seems to have lessened considerably, while the occasional rain showers help keep things cool in the day or night. This week in motoring seems to have replicated that pleasant climate, with exciting new-car launches and even a rumored new Toyota in the works. Here are your five favorite stories from Oct. 2 to 8, 2023 in this edition of the AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup. Toyota Land what? The Toyota Land Cruiser is a name that is a

Ford recently announced that it would launch a plug-in hybrid version of the Ford Ranger pickup truck. However, it got customers thinking that soon after the PHEV Ranger’s launch, a hybrid Ford Everest could be in the works as they are siblings and share a few parts. However, an executive from Ford Australia has clarified that the Blue Oval brand has no plans to make a PHEV version of the Ford Everest just yet as it is still feeling things out with its plans for electrification. Ford Australia c

SsangYong Motor has a new name, which is easy to pronounce and remember. And hopefully, it won't be mistaken as a Chinese brand ever again. The South Korean car company has announced that it will now be called KG Mobility as it takes on the name of its new owners. Company chairman Kwak Jea-sun initially announced that the company would adopt the new name of KG SsangYong Mobility last January 2023. This was recently confirmed in a shareholder’s meeting this March 22nd. However, the name SsangYong

Get ready for wheel-to-wheel action, as Peugeot Philippines offers two lucky customers the opportunity to watch the 24-Hour Le Mans race in France. These two lucky winners and their companions will receive VIP access to the Le Mans Race, round-trip airfare, and hotel accommodations. Customers are entitled to join the raffler upon purchasing a brand-new Peugeot vehicle at any of its authorized dealerships in the Philippines. The current brand lineup consists of the Peugeot 2008 SUV, the Peugeot 3

Toyota Motor Philippines has increased the price of the Toyota Corolla Cross, and Toyota Hilux for 2023. This marks the second time Toyota has increased the pricing of the Hilux since their recent spec upgrade in August 2022. Why the price increase? The Toyota Hilux now gets local data communication modules (LDCM) connected to the car’s electronic control unit that lets the vehicle send data like fuel level, warnings, and kilometer readings to the brand’s local and regional servers. All variants

Deciding on what car model to buy this 2022 is tough as several car models are competent enough to be the best in their respective classes. In the mid-size crossover SUV class, one that stands out is the Kia Sorento. This Korean-made vehicle has a futuristic approach from its exterior to its performance. And to know what are its pros and cons, listed below might help you decide if this crossover SUV is the one you're looking for. Pros Its exterior design language is fascinating. The design langu