Honda Cars Philippines Inc. (HCPI) made waves when it launched the all-new CR-V on September 2023. Besides being the latest generation of an iconic model, the 2024 Honda CR-V is likewise the first hybrid in the HCPI lineup since the Honda Legend went off into the sunset some years ago. However, many were startled by the CR-V’s pricetag – the non-hybrid 2WD model starts out at ₱2,100,000, while the top-spec hybrid RS e:HEV costs ₱2,590,000 (just slightly undercutting the Toyota RAV4 HEV). This pr

Suzuki Philippines has relocated its Suzuki Auto 3S Shop in Isabela to a more convenient and accessible location within the province. The dealership was originally situated at Km 335 Maharlika Highway, Barangay Batal, in Santiago City. Still, it has now been moved to a more spacious plot of land in Purok 3, Barangay Malapat in Cordon. The relocation effort was a collaboration between the Japanese automaker and ESJAY Auto Group’s Elite North Autocars, Inc. “We have decided to move to a new locati

Honda Cars Philippines Inc. (HCPI) is celebrating its 33rd anniversary in the country with a special event showcasing its latest vehicle lineup. The Japanese carmaker said in a press statement that the Honda Fest is for its customers and the motoring public, featuring a mall display and test-drive event. It will be held at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati City from Oct. 20 to 22, 2023, where visitors can check out the company's latest models in the metal and get great deals. The Japanese

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

Disclosure: Honda Cars Philippines Inc. very kindly lent me a 2023 Honda CR-V SX Diesel AWD for 10 days. It arrived with a full tank of fuel and loaded RFID cards. AutoFun Philippines paid for additional fuel, toll, and a carwash. Sometimes, it doesn’t hurt to try something new in your life. In my case, I discovered the joys of dancing when I was a sophomore at the University of the Philippines Diliman. One semester of Aerobic Dance class and I was hooked – the evocative combination of hip-hop,

Ford Smart Driver Assist/Ford Co-Pilot 360 Assist+. Honda Sensing. Hyundai SmartSense. Mazda i-ActiveSense. Mitsubishi Mi-Pilot Assist. Nissan Safety Shield 360. Subaru Eyesight. Toyota Safety Sense. Volkswagen Travel Assist/Volkswagen IQ Drive. The abovementioned terms are what car companies label their respective Advanced Driver Assist Systems or ADAS. Also Read: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems: How do they work and do you need them? - Part 1 Essentially, these setups are increased human-ma