Local automakers got a big shot in the arm after the Philippine government extended the timeframe of its ₱27-billion program to boost domestic car manufacturing. The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) announced in a May 2023 press statement that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved a five-year extension to the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) Program. PSAC is composed of business leaders and experts across six main sectoral groups: Agriculture, Digital Infrastructur

Something important to many families now is stretching every peso, and that includes fuel expenses. If you’re a family of seven, and you need a new hauler, then instead of big heavy SUVs, the MPV is a viable option. Here are some of the most fuel-efficient ones on the market today. Haima 7X - 9.8 km/L City, 16.4 km/L Highway The Haima 7X starts off our list as the fifth most fuel-efficient MPV on the market, coming in at 9.8 km/L in the city, and 16.4 km/L on the highway, which sets quite a high

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) officially launches the 2023 Mitsubishi Xpander Cross today with an official starting price of ₱1,328,000, as we reported previously. The latest iteration of the modern 7-seater MPV with SUV capabilities sports a new design, a reworked interior, plus new features that make the vehicle more exciting. It also model redefines the MPV segment sporting a more advanced and progressive look while combining luxury and comfort seen in premium vehicles. It

The 2023 Mitsubishi Xpander Cross will make its Philippine debut on January 26, 2023. However, Mitsubishi Philippines has yet to reveal any official information concerning its specifications. Thanks to sales executives from the brand, we got our hands on an indicative pricelist for the Mitsubishi seven-seater and the confirmed key upgrades for the 2023 Xpander Cross. And if the photos here from our Autofun Indonesia colleagues at the 2022 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show are any indica

After what seemed like endless teasers and spy shots, the all-new Toyota Innova (also known as the “Innova Kijang Zenix” and “Innova Hycross”) finally made its global debut on Nov. 21, 2022. While the Philippines was busy with the launch of the all-new Honda BR-V on the same date, Toyota Indonesia unveiled the newest generation of one of the most well-loved seven-seat, multi-purpose vehicles (MPV) in the market. We got a hold of some details on the new Innova. Here’s how it compares with the old

As most of the car models of our generation are innovating and improving as a whole, Japanese car manufacturer Honda Motor Corporation makes sure that the Honda Brio comes with impressive updates for its 2022 version. Honda updated the Brio’s looks and performance following the people’s needs and wants, and to be more competent in the modern automotive industry. It has always captured the interest of car buyers in the Philippines and internationally with its impressive style design and powerful