The weather has been funny this past week. Although the smog (supposedly a tantalizing cocktail of volcanic ash and vehicle emissions) seems to have subsided somewhat, each day mixes searing heat with pouring rain. Assuming none of you have gotten a cold by now, here are your five favorite stories from September 25 to October 1, 2023. This is the AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup! Chery’s EV trio From being the whipping boy of Chinese car hate locally, Chery Auto Philippines has now become on

The facelifted 2023 Nissan Almera is expected to launch in the Philippines sometime in June 2023. This is according to a source with intimate knowledge of the upcoming model but requested anonymity because of a lack of authority to speak on the matter. The updated Almera is also expected to launch in ASEAN on May 11, 2023, following the debut of the facelifted Nissan Versa, the Almera’s American sibling, last October 2022. Bigger grill, special paint The facelifted Almera is expected to carry ov

Mitsubishi Philippines has more than just a regular display planned for the 2023 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), as a Facebook post reveals some of its plans for the auto show. Unlike newer brands seeking to make a big splash at the event, Mitsubishi has a slightly more modest plan. The Facebook image post from the Japanese automaker indicates that it will be showing off a 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer as part of its heritage display and will be revealing a limited-edition, 60th-anniversary Mits

Active-safety systems like Honda SENSING use technology to prevent you from getting into a road crash in the first place. And insurance companies are taking notice, which is why some are offering lower premiums on vehicles equipped with these potentially life-saving features. Honda Cars Philippines Inc. (HCPI) announced in a January 2023 press statement that it is pushing through with its Honda SENSING Insurance Partnership until Mar. 31, 2023. It covers models like the Civic, CR-V, HR-V, BR-V,

When we see a good-looking car on the road, a head-turner that seems splendid, we may think that it doesn’t come with flaws. We are attracted to the physical looks of the car to the extent of forgetting that, just like any vehicle, it comes with disadvantages. The Honda HR-V is undeniably a good-looking car ever since, especially now. But does its gorgeous exterior a manifestation of its totality? Pros It has evolved into a more gorgeous-looking car. Throughout the years, Honda HR-V has always b

When people say that the modern automotive popularity lies in crossover vehicles, I believe them and I understand why as I prefer crossovers too. Not because the hype is in crossovers, but I prefer it over other car types because of its versatility. It gives you the comfortability of a sedan with the functionalities of an SUV. It comes with more space than the sedan without having the responsibility to maneuver a massive regular-size sport utility vehicle. It just compensates for what you need o