Hyundai Philippines recently launched the all-new Hyundai Custin alongside the Hyundai Stargazer X and a new variant of the Staria. At the launch event, the South Korean automaker allowed us to test out all these vehicles on a short test drive course where we could see how the new Custin would handle. The united we tested was the top-spec model with a white interior. However, we must disclose that the MPV was in shipping mode when we tested it. Its performance may differ once it has been unlocke

When it comes to practical and affordable seven-seater MPVs, the most popular choices that come to mind are the all-new Honda BR-V and the soon-to-be-launched 2023 Mitsubishi Xpander Cross. This will surely make it difficult for buyers to choose which of the two they should get. But suppose the local spec 2023 Mitsubishi Xpander Cross is close to being kitted out like the one launched during last year’s 29th GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show. In that case, there’s a lot to look forward

French carmaker Peugeot has been in the Philippines for more than 15 years, but it now seems to be gaining traction under its new distributor Astara. The company said in a December 2022 press statement that it posted a 297-percent growth in sales from November 2021 to November 2022, which it called a record figure for the brand. “The phenomenal growth is attributable to the huge customer demand for its four new nameplates: the PEUGEOT 2008 SUV, PEUGEOT 3008 SUV, PEUGEOT 5008 SUV, and the PEUGEOT

Car buyers all over the world have been waiting longer and longer for their new rides to arrive. Many automotive manufacturers point to long-running supply issues with semiconductors, which are used in various car components like engine computers, infotainment systems and even vehicle safety systems. The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI), the country's largest group of automakers, told AutoFun Philippines that it would consider tying up with the domestic semicon

(Images from Toyota PH) The Toyota Rush has a 4 Cylinder, In-line, 16 Valve DOHC, Chain Drive with Dual VVT-I engine, which has a power output of 102 horsepower and 134 Newton meters of torque. Its engine is paired with either a manual transmission or an automatic. This engine is quite proportionate to its size, and this is an important factor to consider when talking about power to weight ratio. Think about a much smaller vehicle, the Wigo, and with its size, it comes with a small engine; that

(Images from Honda PH) The Honda BR-V is easily one of the best 7-seater crossover in its segment. Hands down, it looks good, it drives well, it's spacious, and it can bring seven people from place to place. It's the ideal Pinoy family car, as we always like to have that extra space in case some members of the extended family visits. Or perhaps, just because. We just like the extra space, for groceries, some errands, the weekend trip, the family outing. Wherever it is, the BR-V commits. It has a