Setting up a car brand from scratch can be a daunting task. Aside from satisfying government and regulatory requirements, anyone planning to bring in a foreign brand will be faced with a number of difficult challenges along the way. That is why most automotive brands prefer to partner with a local distributor. Filipinos who run the distributorship are presumed to know the ins and outs of setting up the company, dealing with government agencies, hiring the right people, establishing systems and p

Minute dimensions, generous ground clearance, and no clutch pedal. These three ingredients form the recipe for sales success in the Philippines. And no car has done it quite as well thus far as the Toyota Raize subcompact crossover. But the little Toyota faces stiff competition from the Chinese carmaker that’s always full of surprises – the new Geely GX3 Pro is priced close to the Raize E CVT, while offering more generous equipment levels. Let’s pit these two in a Spec Showdown to see which come

Sunlight, finally! I never thought that I’d actually miss getting hot and sweaty from the searing heat. But I suppose that over a week of stormy weather (and alarming floods) makes the heart grow fonder of the Sun. But the maelstroms don’t seem to have dampened your desire for the latest crossovers, which were among our five hottest stories from Aug. 31 to Sept. 4, 2023. Here’s your AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup. Bring on the XForce(?) The dramatic-looking Mitsubishi XFC Concept always se

You may have noticed that a certain MG ZS has been selling since 2018. And if you're into automotive history, MG is a well-loved British brand. But since the late-2000s it has been British only in name. Now owned by SAIC, MG’s Asian operations primarily make their cars in China. So it’s a Chinese car in a British tux. Does that make it any less of a great deal? Would it surprise you that MG isn’t the only manufacturer that makes its cars in China now? Well, let us share some information, shall w

There's no certainty and guarantee that we can get what we have paid for. Nutrition facts at the back of a granola bar wrap aren't always a fact – and we are aware of that fact. But there are tests that we can do to determine the credibility of the seller and quality of the product or service, tests that the professionals or we can do. Nissan Motor Corporation Nissan is and has always been among the world's top five best Japanese car manufacturers. Its legacy and craftsmanship are known for deca

When deciding what vehicle to get, we consider different factors. We also check what most car buyers look for and see if the trend suits you. In our present time, the choice of automobile is trending towards subcompact crossover SUVs. It has become one of the most in-demand car segments in the past few years. Following the trend, car manufacturers are eager to introduce new subcompact crossovers in the market now and then, and American automaker Chevrolet is no exception. In late 2021, Chevy int