It’s Sunday again, which means it’s time for the AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup! You read this the day before Independence Day, which is the date when the Philippines was freed from the shackles of over three centuries of Spanish colonial rule (that was then followed by decades of additional colonial rule under the Americans and the Japanese). It’s also the rainy season now – strong showers are now hitting various parts of the country as a counterbalance to the searing heat in the first ha

Isuzu’s dealership in the Davao Region celebrated a major milestone on March 2023. Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) said in a press statement that Isuzu Tagum celebrated its second anniversary by holding a mini truck fest on March 17 to 19, 2023. The dealer is managed by Image Motors Davao del Norte Inc. and has a spacious showroom and an expansive service center that can simultaneously accommodate up to nine light-commercial vehicles and four trucks. The Isuzu Traviz and trucks, ranging from

They’re considered the modern-day family car as they offer ample seating and can handle rough terrain. Of course, I’m referring to none other than the sport-utility vehicle (SUV). Its huge popularity and demand are down to things Filipino families love - it seats seven, offers strong engine power, runs on diesel, and has a high ground clearance. In our local SUV segment, the Toyota Fortuner and the Mitsubishi Montero Sport are staunch and long-running rivals. Let's take a close look at these two

It’s time for the AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup – our five hottest stories from last week. As 2023 rolled in, we brought you the latest on major events and the newest on cars and motorcycles. We also presented some great features on automotive trends and tech. Here are your top five from Jan. 2 to 6, 2023. Not just for looks AutoFun Philippines contributor Mark Policarpio studied mechanical engineering in college. And it certainly showed with his comprehensive discussion of body kits, whi

If you are planning on getting the Toyota HiAce, surely it is because you need a massive amount of space to move your cargo or accommodate a large group of people to go places. Whatever might be your reason in considering the HiAce to be on your shortlist, it is a must to know if this giant could take your massive load with an impressive performance. Reliability isn’t a question if we are talking about Toyota Motor Corporation’s vehicle models, as the Japanese manufacturer is known for reliabili

Toyota Innova is a 5-door compact multi-purpose vehicle manufactured by the Japanese automotive giant Toyota Motor Corporation. Since its first launch in August 2004, the Innova has been one of the most sought-after family cars in several countries throughout the years, especially in the Philippines. Aside from families, it has also been a top choice for businesses. It has gained instant popularity in the country because of its spacious cabin and affordable market price. Toyota Motor Corporation