This year’s auto industry rigodon has new participants. Astara Philippines, the multinational mobility distributor that handles the local operations of Peugeot and GAC Motor, announced in an August 2023 press statement that it has appointed two well-renowned executives in key leadership positions. Timmy Naval-de Leon, who was formerly head of corporate communications of the Ayala Corporation’s automotive arm AC Motors for nine years, is now Astara Phiippines’ new marketing director. Naval-de Leo

Get ready for an electrifying experience as Lexus brings a curated selection of thrilling lifestyle activities and test drives to the heart of Bonifacio Global City (BGC). This exciting event will showcase the entire Lexus Electrified lineup, along with a range of engaging activities that perfectly complement the luxurious Lexus lifestyle. Each booth within the Lexus Electrified Roadshow has been carefully designed to embody 'omotenashi' — Lexus' Japanese hospitality — offering visitors, guests,

Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH) will be at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Concert Grounds until tomorrow, May 7th, for the 2023 Auto Focus Summer Test Drive Festival. At the event, the South Korean automaker will let visitors get behind the wheel of its entire local lineup of vehicles, including the Creta, Stargazer, Staria, Tucson, and even one of its latest electric vehicles (EV), the IONIQ 5. “Hyundai is thrilled to once again be a part of Auto Focus’ bi-yearly activity, as it enables us to conne

It’s the first Sunday of May! Five months in, the heat still isn’t letting up, with the government recently declaring an El Nino alert in the face of even more dry spells. Keeping up with this intense heat is another edition of AutoFun Philippines' Rearview Roundup, which features the top five stories from May 1 to 7, 2023. Here are the articles that you enjoyed most! To recall or not to recall? The all-new Toyota Vios and Toyota Wigo have already been introduced in other ASEAN markets, but both

Disclaimer: Sojitz G Auto Philippines Corporation, the official importer and distributor of Geely in the Philippines, kindly lent me a 2022 Geely Coolray Sport SE for one week. AutoFun Philippines paid for all the fuel, toll fees, and a car wash. As I write this, I made the most startling realization – it has been more than 11 years since I graduated from high school. This is particularly apparent because, earlier in the day, I had a delicious lunch with my batchmate, who is currently an intern

When we talk about an affordable sedan, the Toyota Camry is normally not the first car to cross our mind. But with the all-new 2022 Toyota Camry Hybrid, you might just opt to take a different perspective. The 2022 Camry is available only as a hybrid in the Philippines and that says a lot when it comes to value for money. As an executive sedan, the Toyota Camry is squarely positioned for those who are in the upper echelons of society. This doesn't mean however, that they are immune to the effects