The weather seems to have improved this week! All that smog seems to have lessened considerably, while the occasional rain showers help keep things cool in the day or night. This week in motoring seems to have replicated that pleasant climate, with exciting new-car launches and even a rumored new Toyota in the works. Here are your five favorite stories from Oct. 2 to 8, 2023 in this edition of the AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup. Toyota Land what? The Toyota Land Cruiser is a name that is a

GAC Philippines has reached another significant milestone in the Philippines, surpassing 1,000 units in total retail sales for 2023 - a record achievement for the automaker since being under the global mobility company Astara. GAC Motor achieved year-to-date retail sales of 1,017 units as of August. The figures are likewise reflected on the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) database. The 1000+ sales is evidence of the brand’s growing popularity in the country. T

Kia looks to be updating the 2024 Kia Carnival as a test unit has been spotted by Korean automotive website Autospy. Their spyshots reveal a more SUV-like styling that will look similar to the fully electric Kia EV9 that was launched on March 2023. The new Carnival also appears to have a new set of headlights in a vertical orientation, versus the horizontal ones found in the current model. The spyshots also reveal that the taillights have been updated, along with its wheels, which have become mo

Lexus had something special in store for those who attended Auto Shanghai 2023 as it unveiled the all-new LM luxury minivan. The cousin of the Toyota Alphard just leveled up with even more style and luxury. Exterior Regarding size, the new Lexus LM is now 85 mm longer, 40 mm wider and 10 mm taller than its predecessor. Aside from this, the luxury Japanese van carries the brand’s new design language, giving it a more elegant look. The Lexus emblem is now placed at the tip of the hood just above t

The Toyota Alphard has been a surprising hit in the Philippines, particularly at high-end casinos. It may be a minivan, but it offers a level of panache, refinement and interior space that would put even the biggest luxury sedans to shame. And for those who want an Alphard that truly cossets, there’s the Lexus LM. Toyota’s luxury brand will debut the next-generation LM at the 2023 Auto Shanghai on April 18 to 27, 2023. It will be unveiled before the launch of the all-new Alphard in Japan sometim

Determining the vehicle class of the 2022 Kia Carnival is still a talk-about for some people, especially in the automotive industry, as its features and build are diverse and cross the line between classifications. But when it comes to determining its pros and cons, there are already insights from the people who have already tried them. To list a few: Pros Its front fascia is very premium-looking. One of the factors people are considering nowadays in choosing their next car is the aesthetic appe