AutoFun Philippines Rearview Round Up: It pays to be the first to know

Happy Easter, everyone!

Christians rejoice worldwide at the new beginning brought about by the culmination of the Holy Week. For us, we're just looking forward to the Manila International Auto Show happening just a few days away. 

But first, let’s look back at the stories that tickled your fancy in the last seven days. And you read them here first on AutoFun Philippines!

More Civic Type Rs coming

Despite the recent seat railing recall in the US market, and Honda Cars Philippines Inc.’s assertion that none of the first batch of 40 Civic Type R FL5s sold in the country are included in the safety campaign, you were still ecstatic about the fact that another shipment of Honda’s latest hot hatch will be arriving this coming June. 

So, to the opportunists out there who jacked up the Civic Type R’s price, who’s laughing now?

First dibs

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines finally released its first 2023 Xpander Cross demo unit, and our Senior Writer, VJ, got to sample it ahead of the pack. Did it pass VJ's standards? Check out the full review here.

X marks the spot

This week will see the official unveiling of the 2023 Ford Territory, and you’re obviously interested in the latest generation best-seller.

We got word though that another, higher-spec variant will also be introduced at the Manila International Auto Show. The Ford Territory Titanium X seems to be coming and we understand why you might find this an even more compelling offer.

Driving the all-new Toyota Vios

Since August last year, the all-new Toyota Vios (the Yaris Ativ in neighboring countries) has been rolling out in various ASEAN markets. But what’s it like to drive?

Fortunately, our colleagues from WapCar Malaysia were able to take it on a 400-km cruise to give us an answer.

Hybrids to go

Honda Cars Philippines Inc. says it will introduce a new line of hybrids that’s "more than just a badge." Well, with the Honda Civic e:HEV that could be arriving soon, we think Honda is putting money where its mouth is. 

Exciting times are ahead for car buyers out there! Catch you at MIAS, okay?

So with this year’s Holy Week done, are you looking forward to a rejuvenated motoring beat? We know we are!