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

There is a lot to take in when it’s your first time riding or driving a European luxury car. Certainly, premium Japanese cars like the Toyota Camry Hybrid offer refined progress. But when you’re paying for a car that costs as much as three Camrys, you best believe that European manufacturers will do everything to make you feel cocooned in sheer serenity. The Germans, in particular, have been in this game for a very long time. From the heavy doors that feel like they belong in bank vaults to the

Hyundai has already revealed the exterior design of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe through its many teasers of the vehicle. However, the South Korean company has confirmed that the all-new crossover will make its global debut on Aug. 10, 2023. The 2024 Santa Fe has a new radical design that shows off a boxier look compared to its more angular current iteration. It also has new H-shaped LED headlights and a polarizing set of H-shaped tail lights in the middle of the vehicle's rear. It's a rather inter

The all-new 2024 Toyota Wigo made a huge splash when it was launched in the Philippines on July 14, 2023. Aside from the new chassis, transmission, and styling, the pricing really grabbed people’s attention. Starting at ₱609,000, the all-new Toyota Wigo undercuts its major rivals, such as the recently refreshed Honda Brio and the rather dated Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback. But the base-model 2024 Toyota Wigo J also takes on one of the biggest names in small cars – Suzuki. And at this price, its ri

GAC Motor Philippines just launched the all-new GAC GS8 and the GAC Empow, but they revealed more than that at the event. The automaker also revealed its plans for the future, with brand expansion and customer service being their priority. Also read: Revitalized GAC Motor Philippines launches Empow and all-new GS8 Expansion plans in the Philippines GAC Motor Philippines currently has six operational dealerships in the country. However, for 2023 the automaker wants to expand this number to 15, wi

The Toyota Rav4 has been around in the market since 1994. And as time goes by, it evolves to be more mature and modern-looking like its rivals and siblings. Following the automotive industry's innovation, the 2022 Toyota Rav4 comes as a hybrid vehicle, which is a big step for its Japanese automaker moving forward. Several factors make it stand out among its hybrid vehicle competitors in the market. Prices and Colors The 2022 Toyota Rav4 is available in two variants in the Philippine market – the