A road crash is one of the biggest disasters any motorist can face. And it’s not just the hassle of delayed journeys and repair costs. A road crash can also result in life-altering injuries or, worse, death. Although none of us intentionally go out crashing our cars, modern traffic conditions have made things challenging even for the most careful and astute drivers. That’s where active safety systems come in. Unlike passive safety systems like seatbelts and airbags, which minimize the harm that

We don't usually write about watches here at AutoFun Philippines, but this new Casio timepiece got us excited. The Japanese watch maker recently released the Casio ECB-2000MFG-1A – the name of this red-and-black watch already offers a clue of its relationship to one of the most popular works of motorsports literature. It is the result of a collaboration between EDIFICE, which is Casio's motorsports line-up, and the two street-racing manga (Japanese graphic novels in English) of renowned Japanese

The Toyota Vios remains to be one of the best-selling cars in the Philippines. Since its debut in 2003, it has dominated the B-segment by offering the ideal blend of practicality, performance and running costs. Indeed, it is the go-to choice of fleet buyers who need a tough subcompact car, such as taxi operators, driving schools, the police and even racing drivers. That’s why when a new Vios arrives, it’s always big news. Indonesia was the third Southeast Asian country after Thailand and Laos to

From the time I learned how to drive, I never imagined myself getting a class-leading model for a car. I consider myself a practical person. But I have been always curious about what makes expensive vehicles a lot pricier than the regular ones. I mean, the basic goal is to get from point A to point B, right? And if comfort is a big deal, I don't know any car models today that are not air-conditioned. Comfort can be found throughout the range. But then, I learned more about vehicles and how they

How do you define an icon? Perhaps something that emanates and encapsulates a whole generation’s thoughts and aspirations. Something that represents something. Something that stands out. Can an icon be replaced? It will take a while for anyone because icons, like diamond’s an icon, should be forever. Here comes the 11th Generation Honda Civic, an update to the previous generation which has shown how the Civic name lives to this day. The newest Civic, however, can look underwhelming, as its sleek

I remember the first time I tried Android Auto – it was back in 2016 with the debut of the all-new tenth-generation Honda Civic. I plugged my phone via USB into the Civic, went through a few confirmation screens on my phone and started Android Auto itself. Android Auto, as how Google envisioned it, is their answer to bridging smartphones and in-car infotainment, allowing drivers to enjoy a tailored Google experience while driving. In case you’re wondering, Android Auto is strictly limited to And