Resurgence is the word that perhaps best characterizes how GAC Motor Philippines is doing nowadays. Ever since multinational automotive distributor Astara took over local operations on December 2022, the Chinese car brand’s image and vehicle lineup have gotten a huge boost amid the surge of new cars from the People’s Republic. GAC Motor Philippines’ improved fortunes are also being helped by the recent appointment of highly respected industry veterans Franz Decloedt and Timmy De Leon, who serve

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

It’s Sunday again, which means it’s time for the AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup! You read this the day before Independence Day, which is the date when the Philippines was freed from the shackles of over three centuries of Spanish colonial rule (that was then followed by decades of additional colonial rule under the Americans and the Japanese). It’s also the rainy season now – strong showers are now hitting various parts of the country as a counterbalance to the searing heat in the first ha

The Philippines may still have the previous-generation Toyota Vios, but it certainly remains popular after topping the 2022 sales charts. Nonetheless, many of our ASEAN neighbors already have the all-new, fourth-generation Vios that was first launched in Thailand on August 2022. Indonesia, meanwhile, got the new Vios on October 2022, where our friends from our sister publication WapCar reported that a hybrid version may also be included in the line-up. “Toyota bukan sahaja akan menawarkan Toyota

If you own a Honda that happens to be out of warranty coverage already, fret not. Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. is extending generous discounts for parts along with a package of free services from August 8 until October 8, 2022 for Hondas like yours. HCPI's Raining Deals promo is just that, raining deals. HCPI is helping keep your vehicles in good shape while ensuring their safety with the following offers: As much as 70% off on select parts at select dealers with FREE Wipe-down Disinfection Chem

Toyota Innova is a capable multi-purpose vehicle. Because of its enormous abilities, the Innova is often mistaken for a sport utility vehicle. In the Philippines, the Innova is a very popular model fit for families and businesses because of its generous space capacity. It is very seldom to encounter a Filipino who doesn’t know what Toyota Innova looks like, as this model is everywhere in the country. For several years since its launch, the Innova has always been on the top list of best-selling c