Disclosure: GAC Motor Philippines lent us the 2023 GAC Empow GE for one week with a full gas tank and access to its loaded RFID cards. It's a bold statement to say that something from China can give the Honda Civic, an established nameplate, a run for its money. This might be the case for the 2023 GAC Empow GE, as it ticks all the right boxes for those looking for a sporty sedan. Hear me out, though, because I know there is still a lot of controversy over Chinese vehicles, especially with the re

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

The 2023 Toyota Wigo or the Toyota Agya, Daihatsu Ayla, and Perodua Axia in other countries has debuted, with many interested in what the small hatchback offers. As this is the newest hatchback on the block, we will now compare it to other popular vehicles in its class, such as the Suzuki Celerio. In the Philippines, the Celerio recently launched with a new exterior design, a host of features, and a new transmission option. For this comparison, we will use the Toyota Agya as a basis as it shares

The Mirage is one of Mitsubishi Motors Philippines' best-selling vehicles in the highly competitive subcompact segment. Its popularity can be attributed mainly to its budget-friendly price range and low maintenance cost. But with different variants to choose from, most Filipino car buyers are undecided between getting the entry-level Mirage G4 GLX CVT or the limited series Mirage G4 GLS Black Series. Is it worth the extra cash to splurge on a limited edition Mirage or save some money with the en

(Images from Toyota PH) Imagine the Toyota Fortuner had a baby. Imagine the Toyota Raize as the chic hot sister, the Veloz the eldest brother. Imagine you're the youngest in an awesome Toyota family. Yes, you're the Toyota Wigo. This stub faced little machine is a great first car, both on price point and reliability. Add its updated looks and colors, the Toyota Wigo is a great micro-compact car. Now, as gas prices world-wide skyrocket week after week, as relentless as ever, having an affordable

2022 has gotten more exciting as Honda Motor Company unveiled the new Honda Civic Type R. This is the Japanese automaker’s subcompact sedan entry variant of the Honda Civic 10th Generation. Priced at Php3,210,000, this Honda model offers a stunning body design fit for sports and everyday drive. This is Honda’s high-performance version of the Honda Civic, with the following dimensions and weight. Length x Width x Height 4,577 MM x 1,877 MM x 1,434 MM Wheel 2,700 MM Tread (Front/Rear) 1,599 / 1,59