The weather has largely been very pleasant this past week – sunny days with only occasional rain showers. This nice climate is also what’s been going around in the automotive industry, with exciting new models coming out last week. We give you your five favorite stories from September 4 to 10, 2023 in this edition of the AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup! What’s cooking at Hyundai Philippines? Hyundai Motor Philippines has had a resurgence since it became a full subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co

Remember the saying, “So close that you can almost taste it”? That seems to be the case with Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC), which is aiming to have at least 50 dealerships nationwide by the end of 2023. The Japanese carmaker announced in a June 2023 press statement that construction of its 49th dealer, Isuzu Valenzuela, has kicked off. “As part of our ‘Road to 50’ program we continue to expand our reach to more cities in the provinces and now in the Metro,” said IPC president Tetsuya Fujit

Ford Philippines has announced that it has joined forces with global off-road accessories provider ARB to give owners of the next-generation Ford Everest and Ford Ranger access to various off-road parts for their vehicles. The partnership between the two companies offers a wide range of accessories that have undergone evaluation by Ford and ARB engineers to ensure compatibility with the automaker’s next-generation lineup of vehicles. Owners of the next-gen Everest and Ranger will be able to equi

In today’s world, the fight between cars is always about who brings more to the table. The new generation of buyers – millennials, Gen Z, and even Gen Alpha – are looking more at spec sheet than performance, trading speed for sensibility and performance for practicality. The modern driver looks for things old cars don’t have, which might pose an issue for a vehicle such as the Mitsubishi Xpander. Under the hood The Mitsubishi Xpander is part of a long line of MPVs targeted at new and returning f

When we first saw the photos of the upcoming 2023 Honda Pilot, we had to double-check the badges. Viewed from the rear, you would not be faulted for thinking that it should have a “Blue Oval” because it is a dead ringer for the previous-generation Ford Everest. This is most apparent in the rear taillight design that is also connected by a large strip that carries the model name. And the shape of the rear window almost makes you think one would fit on the other. But even though the Pilot and the

The Honda CR-V (Comfortable Runabout Vehicle) is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Japanese automaker Honda Motor Corporation. The CR-V has been around for 24 years and is one of the most popular crossovers, not only in the country but globally. Back in the 90s, if you are an aspiring family man, and you wanted a little more space compared to the typical sedan like the Honda City, you would be redirected to the Honda CR-V. In the Philippines, the CR-V is a market mainstay making it a top c