Largely wonderful weather this last week! As the holiday season draws near, it’s been clear skies with cool, refreshing breezes that can help us lay off the air-conditioning (and, consequently, bring our sky-high electric bills down). Despite the chilliness rolling in, it’s been a hot week for one Asian carmaker – and for once, it isn’t from China! Hyundai Philippines launched two new models last week and is mulling over bringing even more. The South Korean company is among your five favorite st

Hyundai Philippines recently launched the 2024 Hyundai Custin and the 2024 Hyundai Stargazer X in a joint event, strengthening its lineup of 7-seater vehicles in the country. Aside from this, the South Korean brand also launched a new 9-seater version of the Hyundai Staria and a 6-seater version of the regular Hyundai Stargazer. AutoFun Philippines likewise got more information about Hyundai’s future plans in the country. We were able to ask someone with intimate knowledge of the company's opera

No, it's not yet the electric version of the Isuzu D-MAX, but it appears the Japanese automaker is gearing up to make an electric-only version of a pick-up truck very soon. While no timelines were revealed, Isuzu wants to enter the electric vehicle (EV) market with a pick-up truck. Isuzu president and COO Shinsuke Minami shared during the 2024 Isuzu D-MAX launch that the automaker is currently making strides for a carbon-neutral society. The company must make an electric pick-up truck tough and

Rival 4x4 Philippines has officially launched in the country, bringing you more options to kit out your off-road vehicles. It is under the local distributorship of Premium Overland Outfitters, which also deals in high-quality accessories for 4x4 vehicles. Founded in 2014, Premium Overland Outfitters has established itself as a leading provider of premium accessories for 4x4 vehicles. It offers a wide range of products designed to enhance off-road vehicles' performance, functionality, and aesthet

Ford Philippines has the Ford Ranger and the Ford Everest as its popular pickup truck and 7-seater SUV. These vehicles have two diesel engine options: the 2.0-liter single turbo and the 2.0-liter bi-turbo motor. While the former is for entry-level to mid-grade models, the latter is reserved for the top-spec 4x4 variants. So, this raises the question, what exactly makes the bi-turbo engine a good fit for drivers plying on Philippine roads on a daily basis? Why the 2.0-liter bi-turbo? According to

Whether Feb. 14, 2023 is Valentine’s Day or “just Tuesday” for you, a brand-new Toyota might brighten your spirits during this season of love. Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) announced in a February 2023 press statement that it is offering various promos from Feb. 4 to 28, 2023. As before, these include: Pay Low – 15-percent all-in downpayment, 60 months amortization, includes free one-year insurance, three-year LTO registration and no chattel mortgage Pay Light – 50-percent all-in downpayment, 6