Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has something special planned for its 35th anniversary and the Gazoo Racing Festival. The Japanese automaker announced in a press statement that it is bringing in a heavy hitter – Toyota Motor Corporation chairman Akio “Morizo” Toyoda will be attending the event from Aug. 23 to 24, 2023 at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila. Morizo, who Toyota calls its "master driver," is also an accomplished racing driver who helped develop many of Toyota's Gazoo Racing (GR) models

It is the last Sunday of May! And this time, we start with an important message – stay safe and stay home, if possible. This is amid the fly-by of Super Typhoon “Betty,” which is pouring heavy rains in various parts of the country. While you’re staying nice and dry, here’s this weekend’s edition of the AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup, where we picked your five favorite stories from May 22 to 28, 2023. A new boss is coming SAIC, as many of you know, is the mother company of the Chinese car b

Lamborghini is ending its V12 era with a bang as it revealed the new Invencible and Autentica as the swan song for the last of its gasoline-only vehicles. The former is a coupe, while the latter is a roadster. They both utilize the Lamborghini Aventador platform, which debuted 12 years ago with the Aventador LP 700-4. The Invencible and Autentica blend past models featuring styling cues derived from the brand’s other V12 machines. Lamborghini also states that the duo took after the Venenon, whic

If you’re one of the people who miss the little Toyota MR-S, a revival may be in the works. A report from Japanese publication BestCarWeb said Toyota is teaming up with Daihatsu and Suzuki to develop a mid-engined sports car that may be launched in 2025. All three brands will likely have their own versions. The MR-S successor will likely use the same Toyota New Global Architecture platform on the Toyota GR Yaris, with the front end reportedly using the GR Yaris’ suspension. Meanwhile, Daihatsu a

After several years of hiatus, the sports car Toyota GR Supra pays a comeback on track for its fifth generation. A lot were thrilled when Toyota Motor Corporation unveiled the Supra back in 2020. This sports coupe has been an icon of Toyota for more than four decades and has been one of the most sought-after cars ever built. What’s your dream car? I bet you also have been asked that question before. A picture of a sports car that looks like the Toyota GR Supra must have crossed your mind when yo

Toyota Motor Corporation’s Supra has made its comeback with its refreshed looks and functionalities. The Toyota GR Supra is a fifth-generation grand tourer and sports car that has been launched in 2020. It is a successor of the 1978 Toyota Celica. The name ‘Supra” means “above” or “go beyond”, which Toyota believes best suits the Supra’s capabilities. How much does it cost in the Philippines? The Toyota GR Supra is available in three variants in the Philippine automotive market. The Toyota GR Su