If you’ve ever been a motor racing fan, especially of the circuit variety, then spending two hours and fifteen minutes watching the Gran Turismo movie would be a no-brainer. It is the story of Jann Mardenborough, a former Nissan factory driver who started his racing career not from go-karts, as most professional drivers have until the late ‘90s, but from playing the Gran Turismo video game. Oh, sorry, driving simulator. I met the guy at the Nissan 360 event at Fuji Speedway back in 2015. He was

It is the last Sunday of May! And this time, we start with an important message – stay safe and stay home, if possible. This is amid the fly-by of Super Typhoon “Betty,” which is pouring heavy rains in various parts of the country. While you’re staying nice and dry, here’s this weekend’s edition of the AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup, where we picked your five favorite stories from May 22 to 28, 2023. A new boss is coming SAIC, as many of you know, is the mother company of the Chinese car b

Lamborghini is ending its V12 era with a bang as it revealed the new Invencible and Autentica as the swan song for the last of its gasoline-only vehicles. The former is a coupe, while the latter is a roadster. They both utilize the Lamborghini Aventador platform, which debuted 12 years ago with the Aventador LP 700-4. The Invencible and Autentica blend past models featuring styling cues derived from the brand’s other V12 machines. Lamborghini also states that the duo took after the Venenon, whic

Ford Philippines is heading south for the fourth leg of its Ford Island Conquest test-drive event. The carmaker said in a press statement that it will be held at the Annex Event Center of SM City Davao on Oct. 7-9, 2022. The previous leg was in Pampanga on Sept. 23-25, 2022. As before, visitors can experience the full capabilities of the next-generation Ford Ranger and Ford Everest in the water-wading course. They can also check the dynamic display and try out Ford’s latest vehicles in the on-ro

Ever wanted the ultimate Porsche 911 for the track, but don’t want to shell out for a full-blown grand touring race car? The all-new 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS may just be what you’re looking for. Style-wise, the GT3 RS carries over many design cues from the 992 GT3, such as the round headlights, the full-length taillights and the large rear wing. But with the RS, you get huge cooling vents on the front lid, the fenders and air intakes on the rear fenders, much like in the 911 Turbo. In addition, i

There are a lot of stories about Chevrolet's Camaro over the years and several decades. It has been known widely all over the globe as it was featured in numerous movies and products. It even was featured as one of Hot Wheel's model toys for many years. For it to receive such recognition and popularity, there's something in it that makes it special among its rivals in the category. Aside from the fact that its American automobile manufacturer Chevrolet has made its job well done in making the Ca