Toyota wants to bring the FJ Cruiser back, as the Japanese automaker has filed for a trademark of its nameplate. The information about it was published on the Japanese website “Chizai Watch,” where a Land Cruiser Forum user discovered it filed under the “Land Cruiser FJ” trademark. The Japanese brand has already submitted the paperwork needed for an application on October 27 in Class 12, reserved for “ vehicles; apparatus for locomotion by land, air or water,” according to an official document p

Filipino car buyers who want seven seats and a Honda badge right now can turn to the highly competent Honda BR-V. That’s because the current-generation Honda CR-V will officially be replaced on Sept. 13, 2023. AutoFun Philippines was the first to report that the latest version of the venerable crossover would arrive this year with an all-new hybrid engine. However, this means that the top-spec CR-V’s economical turbodiesel engine and (rather tight) third-row seat will also bid farewell. But it s

Chinese cars have flooded the Philippine market and many other countries around the globe. It is because Chinese automakers have found ways to undercut the competition by offering quality vehicles that are more affordable but have features comparable to or even better than their Japanese, European, and American counterparts. But the question is, how has China evolved so quickly to produce quality, feature-rich, and, most importantly, cheap vehicles so customers can afford them? Lower production

The affordable 7-seater segment in the Philippines is still going strong, with multiple entries available to answer the call of families looking for a vehicle that can meet their needs while on a budget. The likes of the Mitsubishi Xpander, Toyota Veloz, and Honda BR-V all fit in this segment, all vying for a spot in the very lucrative market. That said, we will look at the Mitsubishi Xpander and figure out why it's still a family and fan favorite and why many still buy the affordable 7-seater.

Disclaimer: Jetour Auto Philippines paid for my airfare, transportation and accommodation for a week-long trip with other media practitioners to China, including a visit to Auto Shanghai 2023. Everybody in the Philippines is familiar with the Chery QQ from the mid to late 2000s. The dinky urban hatchback became the symbol of everything that was wrong with China-made cars. With shabby workmanship, questionable aftersales (if there were any) and non-existent warranties, the QQ was China’s first ma

As most of the car models of our generation are innovating and improving as a whole, Japanese car manufacturer Honda Motor Corporation makes sure that the Honda Brio comes with impressive updates for its 2022 version. Honda updated the Brio’s looks and performance following the people’s needs and wants, and to be more competent in the modern automotive industry. It has always captured the interest of car buyers in the Philippines and internationally with its impressive style design and powerful